Tips for Setting Up Telework

Build Your Remote Work Space

Wireless connection
Phone access
Computers, laptops, tablets, etc.
Printer, printing supplies—access to office equipment or reimbursement for using personal supplies
An area to work free from distraction
Access to electronic files or access to work computer desktop
Other miscellaneous office supplies—i.e. letterhead, mailing envelopes, binders, etc.

Make files accessible online using services like Apple iCloud, Google Drive, Microsoft Teams and OneDrive.
Use a remote desktop program to operate work computers at home. Some services like Google Chrome desktop are free to use, others like TeamViewer require a paid subscription for professional use.
If answering phones is required, find out if your provider offers an option to forward calls from your work line to an employee’s personal number.
Utilize programs like Google Duo, GoToMeeting, Hangout and Zoom, for virtual meetings with call-in and video features.

Create electronic versions of paper applications using programs like Google forms
Add transaction features to your company website with e-commerce services. For example, Stripe or Shopify
Keep scanned electronic copies stored online and accessible to employees remotely