Dave Pollards environmental philosophy, creative works, business papers and essays. In search of a better way to live and make a living, and a better understanding of how the world really works. < £ Salon Bloggers & > September 27, 2006. -->. In some cases employees are still forced to shuttle critical information between their work and home PCs. This is nothing new, and it is commendable -- it shows people care about the quality and effectiveness of their work. Not surprisingly, this has rarely worked. Working Smarter (in the Meantime).