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The Return on Investment Of Working From Home

The Return on Investment Of Working From Home

23 September 2025

Toby Patrick

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It seems that everyone wants to work from home these days. Whether companies are offering fully remote working from anywhere in the world or opting for more of a hybrid approach, leaders are certainly catering to this preference too. But is this a shift that’s driven simply by a desire to please employees, or is it actually a profitable decision? In this article, we’re dissecting the ROI of allowing staff to work remotely.   


Sunlit desk with a laptop showing a document, potted plant, phone, and water bottle by a window with a view of buildings and a church.

Staff Morale

The most obvious benefit of allowing your workforce to work from home is increased staff morale. Staff who work remotely report a more positive work-life balance thanks to the time saved on commuting and being able to lean on home comforts.


As you’d expect, happier staff are less likely to look for a new job, meaning work from home is likely to lead to higher levels of staff retention. While this may not directly lead to lower costs, it is worth considering the financial costs that come with hiring and training new members of staff. There’s also the loss in time and productivity that comes with waiting for a new employee to get up to speed with a new position.


Talent Pool

If you are trying to fill a remote role, you have the benefit of being able to hire staff from all over the country, if not the world. Obviously, this should provide you with a wider pool of talent to choose from. 


When demand is high for a role, the hiring company generally doesn’t need to offer as high a salary, which would directly lower costs. Similarly, a wider talent pool should lead to a higher quality of staff, which should have a positive impact on business productivity, subsequently raising the ROI of working from home.


Productivity

Productivity can go one of two ways when allowing staff to work remotely. However, most staff report being more productive when working from home. It may differ depending on your industry or line of work, but generally speaking, a more productive team should have a direct impact on sales, revenue, leads, etc.


Consider a sales executive who is judged based on how many potential leads they can reach out to in a day. A more productive working environment may mean they’re able to reach 100 leads a day compared to 75 when working from an office. Assuming the conversion rate isn’t impacted, the business will benefit in terms of revenue from this more productive member of staff.


Office Maintenance

It goes without saying that there are costs of running an office, and this is something that will directly be impacted by a shift to a remote team. From office supplies to lift maintenance, there’s a whole host of costs that will instantly be removed from your balance sheet.


On the flip side, it is worth considering if any of this money will need to be spent on accommodating staff working remotely. For example, some staff may need you to provide laptops or computers, although this is not a legal requirement.


Final Thoughts

For most businesses, moving to remote working should be a profitable change. However, the right solution will differ from one business to the next. It’s also worth considering the other side of the argument; old-school leaders may stress the importance of physical interaction for the positive impact it can have on team culture, teamwork, and people skills. 


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The Return on Investment Of Working From Home

  • Writer: Toby Patrick
    Toby Patrick
  • Sep 23
  • 3 min read

It seems that everyone wants to work from home these days. Whether companies are offering fully remote working from anywhere in the world or opting for more of a hybrid approach, leaders are certainly catering to this preference too. But is this a shift that’s driven simply by a desire to please employees, or is it actually a profitable decision? In this article, we’re dissecting the ROI of allowing staff to work remotely.   


Sunlit desk with a laptop showing a document, potted plant, phone, and water bottle by a window with a view of buildings and a church.

Staff Morale

The most obvious benefit of allowing your workforce to work from home is increased staff morale. Staff who work remotely report a more positive work-life balance thanks to the time saved on commuting and being able to lean on home comforts.


As you’d expect, happier staff are less likely to look for a new job, meaning work from home is likely to lead to higher levels of staff retention. While this may not directly lead to lower costs, it is worth considering the financial costs that come with hiring and training new members of staff. There’s also the loss in time and productivity that comes with waiting for a new employee to get up to speed with a new position.


Talent Pool

If you are trying to fill a remote role, you have the benefit of being able to hire staff from all over the country, if not the world. Obviously, this should provide you with a wider pool of talent to choose from. 


When demand is high for a role, the hiring company generally doesn’t need to offer as high a salary, which would directly lower costs. Similarly, a wider talent pool should lead to a higher quality of staff, which should have a positive impact on business productivity, subsequently raising the ROI of working from home.


Productivity

Productivity can go one of two ways when allowing staff to work remotely. However, most staff report being more productive when working from home. It may differ depending on your industry or line of work, but generally speaking, a more productive team should have a direct impact on sales, revenue, leads, etc.


Consider a sales executive who is judged based on how many potential leads they can reach out to in a day. A more productive working environment may mean they’re able to reach 100 leads a day compared to 75 when working from an office. Assuming the conversion rate isn’t impacted, the business will benefit in terms of revenue from this more productive member of staff.


Office Maintenance

It goes without saying that there are costs of running an office, and this is something that will directly be impacted by a shift to a remote team. From office supplies to lift maintenance, there’s a whole host of costs that will instantly be removed from your balance sheet.


On the flip side, it is worth considering if any of this money will need to be spent on accommodating staff working remotely. For example, some staff may need you to provide laptops or computers, although this is not a legal requirement.


Final Thoughts

For most businesses, moving to remote working should be a profitable change. However, the right solution will differ from one business to the next. It’s also worth considering the other side of the argument; old-school leaders may stress the importance of physical interaction for the positive impact it can have on team culture, teamwork, and people skills. 


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