A few choice quotes from Home/work's A-plus, an article by Christine L. Romero, The Arizona Republic, Jul. 4, 2003.

"Telecommuting trend thrives as businesses lower costs and employees find a balance."

"The savings for employers can be significant. Management Recruiters International estimates that employers can save $10,000 per employee by reduced absenteeism and job retention costs. Experts say real estate costs can sink by as much as 25 percent."

"CIGNA has seen a 75 percent return-on-investment in the past five years for its nationwide teleworking program used by about 2,500 workers nationwide, said Lynne Kelley-Lewicki, the head of CIGNA's "e-work" program."

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