TORONTO – The concept of a virtual workplace appears to be gaining momentum in Canada. Proponents of the idea say that the benefits are many. In addition to reducing costs, it can provide employees with more flexibility, strengthen collaboration, and expand a company’s talent pool. It also lets companies strengthen business continuity plans for emergencies, in addition to the environmental benefits like reducing employee commuting and corporate travel. MTS Allstream, known for its eco-friendly approach to business, is taking the virtual workplace idea to heart. Over 600 of its workers in the Greater Toronto Area and Montreal are participating in an...
