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1. What is a remote work agreement? 

A remote work agreement is a contract between an employer and employee which defines their responsibilities as well as the commitments the organization as well as the employee/person hired have to fulfill. This agreement is drawn up from the time the employee begins working remotely i.e not from the workplace. The remote work agreement covers aspects such as the work schedule, hours one must work for, sick leaves, paid holidays, data security,IP rules, privacy, remuneration, salary etc. 

Having a remote work agreement is important as it covers aspects a normal work agreement wouldn’t such as data security, work equipment, rules regarding intellectual property etc. Moreover, it contains detailed instructions so as to ensure an employee is doing his/her work and that coordination and communication happens smoothly. 

2. Why is it important? 

a. This agreement establishes the terms and conditions for temporarily performing work at an alternate work site. 

b. A remote work agreement spells out important aspects including work hours and schedules, collaboration tools, processes and workflows, data security, and employee support. Every remote working agreement must have portions that effectively address the employees' remote work demands and expectations. 

c. Working from home attracts talent, lowers employment expenses, boosts productivity, and improves the employee value proposition. All of this is achievable if there is a policy in place to support these goals. The policy-writing process gives you the opportunity to clarify what you want to gain by allowing remote working.