Flexiplace: An idea whose time has come

Flexiplace involves giving people greater options on where they work, including possibilities to work at home part or all of the time. There is a growing potential for such arrangements, especially for engineers. To be successful, however, flexiplace must be voluntary and designed to fit particular needs and circumstances. Possible benefits and drawbacks of flexiplace for individuals, firms, and the community are discussed in the light of recent experience and prospective economic and technological trends.