Released on: October 28, 2008, 9:49 am

Press Release Author: Hannah Lane/apt marketing & pr ltd

Industry: Computers

Press Release Summary: Local IT consultant Edgecoms recommends that companies allow
staff to regularly work from home, plus opt for remote IT support. These measures
will save thousands of pounds each year by cutting overheads and call-out charges.
By eliminating unnecessary travelling, companies also significantly reduce carbon
emissions.

Press Release Body: Remote working isn't a new phenomenon, but it's become more
sophisticated than ever. A simple installation allows employees to access their
emails, applications and network drives from home. This is more relevant than ever,
as allowing staff to work from home a few days per week could dramatically cut
business running costs. It reduces energy bills and the need for large office
spaces, while cutting down travel time and fuel costs.

In addition, companies opting to use remote IT support can dramatically reduce
office down-time and eliminate expensive call-out charges. When an IT problem occurs
workers may have to log off and wait for IT assistance to arrive. This down-time has
financial consequences that can be avoided. If local businesses opt for remote
assistance, Edgecoms engineers can solve most problems from their Gloucester HQ,
allowing them to reduce their carbon footprint and petrol costs as well.

Trevor Craze of Edgecoms explains how remote working can have more than just cost
benefits: "Allowing employees to work from home once or twice a week can offer a
better work/life balance for employees. Cutting travel costs is a huge plus, as
petrol and public transport prices continue to increase, biting into the family
budget. The numerous benefits of home-working can also improve morale and
productivity."

A recent study by Aastra, Europe's largest enterprise communications provider, shows
that drivers with 20-mile round trips into Gloucester spend an average of GBP12.62 a
day on petrol and parking, totalling GBP2,953 a year and 48 minutes per day in
transit.
Further information and interviews are available on request.


Web Site: http://www.edgecoms.co.uk/

Contact Details: Hannah Lane
apt marketing & pr ltd
The Studios
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The Reddings
Cheltenham
Gloucestershire
GL51 6RT
01242 250692
hannah@aptmarketing.co.uk