Cloud computing working from home

Advantages

You can work when ever you want

Access work documents from home

Disadvantages

Data is backed up by the provider

Flexible working hours

Smaller amount and size of work spaces

You can work collaboratively

smaller files due to centralisation

The commute time is eradicated

Better work life balance

less costs for the business

Larger pool of employees

possibly hiring globally

The data is always auto saved so you don't lose any work

If you lose the office that you are working in you just need computers with internet access to get back to work

Get distracted at home

You have to learn how the system works if you don't understand it

An employee needs a good connection to the internet

Can be a stressful

Need a compatible device

If a problem at home E.G flood, they can lose equipment

People can try and slack and take advantage of the system.

Need a stable internet connection

An employee can access work on the move

Accidental deletion of data

Should be backed up

If an employee is irresponsible they can use unsecured internet access that can lead to data theft

Synchronised work

Compatibility can be an issue

Malware can be used from a personal computer

Employees can lack social interaction