Work

The character of telework and the characteristics of teleworkers

Year: 2005

Type: article

Abstract: A flexible definition of teleworking suggests that it is more widespread than is generally believed. However, is telework technologically driven? This is tested with data from six countries. As the categories of the definition have distinctive social characteristics, telework seems to reflect traditional occupational practices rather than a major technological shift.

Source: New Technology Work and Employment

DOI: 10.1111/j.1468-005x.2005.00142.x

Authors: Leslie Haddon, Malcolm Brynin

Institution: University of Essex

Language: English

Topic: Work-Family Balance Challenges

Subfield: Sociology and Political Science

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: green

Funder: Economic and Social Research Council