By Niles Curry
Based on the latest American Community Survey data, just over 2 percent of the U.S. employee workforce (2.8 million people, not including self-employed or unpaid volunteers) considers home their primary place of work. Over the past few years the concept of the virtual work environment has evolved from something less highly regarded to becoming a real and effective way for companies to position their talent.
Given the advances in technology and the acceptance in the U.S. workforce of a virtual option, consulting firms are evaluating the viability of a strategy that includes hiring top talent in remote locations while offering a flexible and connected work environment.