Unless telework is viewed as a good business practice by incorporating it as an integral part of doing business in the Federal Government, we will continue to ignore an important tool. If implemented effectively, government$-$wide telework can make the difference between shutting down Federal Government services in emergency situations and continuing to operate with minimal interruption. Telework enables agencies and businesses to continue services and operations without jeopardizing the safety of their employees.

Which of the following best describes the opinion of the author with respect to telework?

Telework should only be used by the Federal Government in emergency situations.

Telework would do little to improve the operation and performance of government agencies.

While telework may be beneficial, it does not make good business sense.

Most federal agencies view telework as a beneficial practice.

While telework is a beneficial practice, it is underused by the Federal Government.