Dive Brief:

• The best workplaces for commuters have commuter-friendly programs like remote work opportunities, secure storage for bicycles, low-cost transit passes and emergency rides home, according to a new report. The organizations also invest in commuter programs to recruit and retain workers, lower facility costs, enhance employee benefits and support sustainability efforts, says Best Workplaces for Commuters.
• The organization identified 200 employers who support workers' commute between home and the workplace. The list includes Google, IBM, LinkedIn, Salesforce and several universities, among others.
• The organization assists employers in providing commuting benefits. The Center for Urban Transportation Research at the University of South Florida manages the organization. 

Dive Insight:

The constant commute to and from work became a focus of the workplace in the early 1990s. Since then, workers have had more commuting options, from ride-sharing and cycling to support sustainability initiatives, to work-from-home opportunities and flexible hours for work-life balance. 

As more employers consider the holistic nature of wellness, the commute has received re-examination yet again; the commute is, for many, a constant source of stress. Providing different options can help reduce that stress, which can be a productivity killer for even the best employees. And employers that are committed to making the employee experience less stressful and more rewarding are being recognized as workplaces of choice.