The proportion of employees working from home 1) (INCREASE) steadily for over six years now. Analysts 2) (SUGGEST) several causes for this eagerly awaited shift.

First, since 2010 the digital infrastructure 3) (IMPROVE) significantly, and there 4) (BE) a growing availability of high-speed internet across many regions. At the same time, the cost of commuting and office maintenance 5) (STILL, RISE) in many cities, so firms 6) (SEEK) more flexible arrangements for their staff.

In addition, changes in employment legislation and company policies 7) (HAVE) a strong influence on work patterns. For example, in 2014 new telework guidelines 8) (ENCOURAGE) employers to offer remote options, and in 2019 the COVID-19 pandemic 9) (REMOVE) many previous restrictions on home working.

Technological advances in the telecommunication field 10) (ALSO/ENABLE) teams to remain productive outside traditional offices.