ROWE gives employees the flexibility and choice they want. It lets them decide how and when they will complete their work and takes the weight off when they have a doctor’s appointment or need to leave early for their child’s school play. Many employers don’t offer the benefit of flexibility, so employees who have it aren’t likely to leave it behind.

According to Ressler and Thompson, ROWE can increase productivity for 40% of workers, whilst 78% less sick days are taken when it’s implemented in the workplace. However, 77% more workers get sacked due to this working style because if you don’t produce, you’re gone.

Overall, making ROWE work within your workplace depends on your company. If you can manage remote employees well and make use of collaborative tools, it can be a smooth ride.