Remote work has emerged as a key point in boardrooms recently due to the emergence of SARS-CoV-2, a type of coronavirus cuasing the illness known as COVID-19. Guidance from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) specifically recommends that U.S. employers consider telework options and planning in order to limit the spread of the disease.
Generally, flexible work options may be one method for employers to consider as they plan strategies to market to job applicants from diverse talent pools. Recent research from the University of New Hampshire’s Institute on Disability showed that despite increased focus on diversity and inclusion in organizational recruiting strategies, the national employment rate for persons with disabilities has risen significantly slower compared to other groups.
