[ikarcuaso]

Thanks for all the input.

In terms of sharing/exchanging documents, what I currently have in place seems to be more than sufficient. As far as distractions, as long as my workload is steady (and my plate rarely goes empty), getting off track hasn't been a problem.

I'm not so concerned with getting the attention of others or having matters addressed that I consider urgent. I really want to make sure that others do not see me as any less reliable or responsive because I work at home. And I don't want the logistics to impede on the productivity of anyone who depends on me and my work to get things done. I've seen this happen with others, and it's not a good thing.

The biggest challenge I've experienced is replicating the level of clarity, understanding and effective communication that is achieved when discussing/explaining/demonstrating certain things in person versus over the phone, online, via email, etc. For many items, this is not a problem, but for lengthy and/or more complicated subjects, I really want to eliminate anyone having to tell me that we'll go over something "when you're in the office". It's those things that lead to a loss in confidence resulting from one's physical absence.

Anyone have any suggestions or solutions that have worked for them in this regard? Thanks!