We work in an industry that is built around the concept of interacting with others remotely, and yet so many businesses still cling to the antiquated idea that all employees need to be physically present at an office. There is an ever-increasing need for jobs that people can do from home. Not only people with families, but folks with disabilities as well. And with all the soldiers coming home with physical or mental handicaps, it’s essential that businesses become more open-minded about where their employees work and how.

All the technology exists, from laptops, email, and smartphones to webcams, Skype, and screen-sharing. So what’s stopping us?