Telecommuted: meaning, definitions and examples
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telecommuted
[ ˌtɛlɪˈkəmjuːtɪd ]
work arrangement
Telecommuting refers to a work arrangement in which employees do not have to commute to a physical workplace. Instead, they work from a location of their choice, often from home, using technology to stay connected. This arrangement allows greater flexibility and can lead to improved work-life balance. It has gained popularity due to advancements in technology and has become more common during events that restrict traditional office access.
Synonyms
remote work, virtual work, work from home.
Examples of usage
- Many companies now allow employees to telecommute on certain days.
- She enjoyed the flexibility of her telecommuted position.
- Telecommuted work can increase productivity for some individuals.
Translations
Translations of the word "telecommuted" in other languages:
🇵🇹 trabalhou remotamente
🇮🇳 टेलीवर्केड
🇩🇪 telearbeite
🇮🇩 bekerja jarak jauh
🇺🇦 віддалено працював
🇵🇱 pracował zdalnie
🇯🇵 テレワークした
🇫🇷 télétravaillé
🇪🇸 teletrabajado
🇹🇷 uzaktan çalıştı
🇰🇷 재택근무했다
🇸🇦 عمل عن بُعد
🇨🇿 pracoval na dálku
🇸🇰 pracoval na diaľku
🇨🇳 远程工作
🇸🇮 delo na daljavo
🇮🇸 fjarvinnandi
🇰🇿 қашықтан жұмыс істеді
🇬🇪 მაშინ remote მუშაობდა
🇦🇿 uzaqdan işləyib
🇲🇽 teletrabajado
Etymology
The term 'telecommute' was first used in the 1970s, coined by Jack Nilles, an engineer and former NASA official. Nilles coined the word as a combination of 'tele' (from the Greek word 'tēle', meaning 'distant') and 'commute' (from the Latin word 'commutare', meaning 'to change, interchange'). The idea was created in response to growing concerns about traffic congestion and the energy crisis of the time. Telecommuting quickly evolved with the advent of new technologies, such as personal computers and the internet, enabling effective remote communication and collaboration. Over the years, the concept gained traction, especially among businesses seeking cost-effective solutions and ways to attract talent. The COVID-19 pandemic further accelerated the acceptance and implementation of telecommuting across various industries, leading to a significant shift in workplace dynamics and culture.