A separate problem, however, is that this is essentially a process improvement, that doesn't generate much advantage to the person who makes it happen. A politician would need to use significant personal resources to push this type of reform through the system, yet the 'payoff' is probably minimal compared to substantive policy or constituent service activities. By raising the issue from process improvement to substantive issue, the chances of implementation improve. Discussing and spreading the idea is valuable in that light.
On a side note, once these types of distributed systems begin to take root, it becomes quickly apparent that co-location in Washington is of at least questionable value. (Look at the attendance records of members at Congressional hearings.) Virtually everything that Congress does can be accomplished without the need for the massive physical and personnel support system found at the Capitol. It would be interesting to see how government would be designed given the communication tools available today.