Kaugtöölaudadel

Kaugtöölaudadel refers to a digital platform that aggregates information and resources related to remote work in Estonia. Developed by the Estonian e‑Government Service in partnership with several private sector partners, the site launched in 2017 to support the growing trend of telecommuting within the country. Its primary aim is to provide a central hub where employers, employees, and public institutions can find guidance on legal regulations, technological solutions, and best practices for distributed teams.

The platform offers a searchable database of labour laws that apply to remote workers, templates for contracts and work agreements tailored to telework, and compliance checklists to help companies meet occupational safety standards. In addition, Kaugtöölaudadel hosts a series of webinars and instructional videos produced by the Ministry of Social Affairs, the Estonian Tax and Customs Board, and technology providers. These resources cover topics such as data protection, health and ergonomic guidelines, and effective digital collaboration tools.

Use of Kaugtöölaudadel has broadened since its inception. By 2023 more than 80% of the nation’s public sector agencies had signed up to access its services, and private companies reported increased horizontal knowledge sharing as a result of the platform’s standardized resources. Critics, however, have pointed out that the site can be under‑utilized in rural areas where internet connectivity remains uneven. Some experts also argue that the platform’s content is heavily focused on the public sector, potentially limiting its applicability for certain private industry niches. Nonetheless, the site remains a key reference point for policymakers, human resource professionals, and employees engaged in Estonia’s expanding remote workforce.