“Remote access” is the technology that allows users to access a network or data from any offsite location. This can be beneficial for businesses as it allows your employees to access any files or information, they need without physically being in the office. Centrally managing devices and data in this way can, in fact, lead to a much more flexible working environment with more productive employees.

Here is how introducing a remote access strategy can help you achieve just that.

1. Faster Troubleshooting

If your system experiences an IT issue or malfunction, remote access tools will allow technicians to log in, identify the problem and fix it wherever they are. This can help limit the number of interruptions for employees working from home as well as the need for on-site support. Having an IT team that can troubleshoot remotely will further reduce travel costs for your business, as they can work from wherever they are, rather than having to attend the problem physically.

2. Network Security

Security is a concern for any business, but especially for those opting for a more flexible working environment. However, companies such as Wandera provide secure remote working solutions to protect you from cyber-attacks,  no matter the device and no matter where you are. Wandera-secure remote working will monitor active users and what they are doing to identify data leaks, as well as ensuring only connection attempts from authorised users are recognised. Yes, this will ultimately be protecting your data wherever your employees may be accessing it from.

3. Productive Workforce

It seems that, nowadays, we just accept the stressful morning commute as part of our working day, meaning we may not notice its impact on our productivity. A traffic jam, stuffy bus or delayed train can heavily influence your mood for the day, and so by working remotely and cutting out the commute, employees will have a much more stress-free start to their day. In return this will create a much more engaged workforce, boosting your company’s productivity.

4. Fewer Overhead Costs

Introducing a remote access system and having employees work remotely more often means costs that usually go on office space, equipment or IT services will be reduced. If your employees are no longer office-bound, you will find that your business-running costs will significantly reduce, providing you with money that you can put towards worthwhile improvements. A remote access system can further help cut costs by supporting a ‘bring your own device (BYOD)’ policy. With employees working from their own devices, businesses can save on software licenses and reduce significant IT overheads.

5. Better Collaboration

Remote access gives you the tools to communicate with colleagues and clients across town (or even across the globe!) as easily as if you were face to face. Features such as video conferencing, chat functions, shared files and shared screens enable employees to collaborate on projects securely and efficiently. Making these functions as readily available remotely as they are in the office will maintain collaboration amongst those working from home, boosting your business productivity and overall success.