Technology and work ethics

[harapan]

This is a very accurate issue, the issue of monitoring during work and preserving privacy, it is clear that the need to monitor employees during work is a matter of concern to all companies and give them a priority on the issue of the privacy of employees.

As many indicated here, I do not think that there is a privacy for employees regarding work, the administration sees its right to look at everything that its employees do, whether in offices, computers, or mobile phones, so they will not hesitate to set devices and monitoring programs for all these things.

It is assumed that employees have no things they want to hide, so they should not complain about the issue of privacy at work.

So far,technology has done more good to businesses and firms,but this issue of where the employers are literally been monitored against their will or consent is totally unagreeable.

Employees are indeed entitled to a private life,and their way of life should also be respected.Many reputable business organizations where there safety and security means a lot to them will continue to install and install too much electronic gadgets for the sole purpose of of protecting their company's privacy and ensuring safety.It seems to be an important factor to them as it enhances a smooth and easy running of company's activities to be precise.

[Pi-network314159]

But then, the issue of workers' privacy and management compliance with work ethics has been of serious concern, and to a very large extent, it always appears as though most management has always used technology to the disadvantage of her staff. You find situations where CCTV cameras are mounted in most offices and privacy is denied to its peak. Most PCs used by staff are always under serious surveillance and sometimes, staff's don't even have a single knowledge that they are being monitored, and whenever they get a bit flimsy, their job is threatened.

For me I don't see anything wrong with the use of cctv to monitor the activities of workers. That is another way of improving productivity in work force. People are always lazy when they know that nobody is monetoring them, I have been working in industry and I know how workers behave. Surveillance is one technology with high importance meaning you can be at the office and have a totally controls on the working environment put together with working taking radio. You can be at the comfort of your office yet navigating through the axis of the site. some iligal activities can been seen, some accidents that is about to happen that may have resulted to death which the company would have spent alot of money will be minimised so technology might bring some disadvantages but with this explanation you can see the important.

[DabsPoorVersion]

I understand the importance of monitoring workers to ascertain there level of productivity, and to improve workers attendance and also enhance Cyber security but then, the inability of most management to go about this ethically has been of great concern to me.

What's your view about this?

You seem to know the answer to your question. What you have said is the primary reason why the companies do come to the point of implementing surveillance of their employees every working hour. However, there are more reasons aside from the one you have mentioned, it is also to secure the information of the clients of the company, especially if you are working in a place where all the personal information can be seen by employees that is confidential for people outside the company. If ever this has been leaked to other people, the company will face legal actions from their clients.

This is why the company is increasing its security up to the point of having to monitor their employees every working hour. It is part of their policy if you have accepted to work with them, if you do care about that kind of policy, you can try finding another job where there's no tight security for their employees.

[jrrsparkles]

The topic you brought up for discussion is old considering in what era we are living in and the employees had leverage to negotiate with the management but now we are living in AI, and there are talk s that have been going on that AGI and ASI isn't too far from reality and if that happens then we no need humans at all for most of the part and the management just let the computers to do every job they want.

[slapper]

Tech, huh? The double-edged blade is slicing through our work ethics like hot butter, making everything more efficient, but at what cost? We're more linked than ever, but are we surveillance cogs? You're right: productivity rises, staff-management relations improve, and we're on the brink of a privacy breach.

CCTV everywhere, laptops constantly monitored; sounds more like a dystopian fiction than a workplace? The goal to monitor productivity and security is good, but the execution? A slippery slope. We have tools to liberate, not suffocate. Where's the line? When does increasing security erode trust?

It's equilibrium, right? A balance of authority and respect. Yes, supervise, but not overshadow. Watch but don't suffocate. The gander (workers) must be considered alongside the goose (management). Trust, not confinement, is needed. Technology should be used for mutual respect and advancement, not against privacy. Where do you stand on this center ground?

[southerngentuk]

You're at work, minding your own business, when BAM! You see a camera staring down at you from the corner of the ceiling. Big Brother is watching, and it feels kinda creepy, right? But hold on, there's another side to the story. Companies gotta keep an eye on things, right? Security cameras and stuff help catch bad apples and make sure everyone's playing by the rules. Plus, knowing you're being watched can keep you on your toes and maybe even prevent a coffee mug from mysteriously "walking away" from the break room.

The real problem comes when things get out of hand. Bosses peering over your shoulder at every email you send? That's a recipe for paranoia and a surefire way to kill creativity. It's like having your mom constantly checking your phone – super annoying and a major buzzkill. The key is finding a happy medium. Companies can monitor the stuff they need to, like work computers and common areas, without turning everyone into a robot worried about getting caught for taking a five-minute social media break. Maybe a work phone for work stuff and your personal phone for, well, personal stuff, could be the answer.

[topbitcoin]

To maintain employee work productivity, supervision is required, however, if the supervision system is implemented too strictly, it does not rule out the possibility that employee performance productivity will increase, however, a strict supervision system like this can also cause the work environment to become unhealthy. Unhealthy, because too tight supervision can cause discomfort and severe stress for employees. and quite a few people choose to resign from their workplace and choose to look for another job, just because the supervision system is too strict. Of course, if this continues, it will only result in losses for the company, because with so many workers leaving, the company will have to carry out recruitment again, which costs quite a lot. However, if there is a vacancy in workers for a long time, this will actually be even more detrimental to the company.

With the presence of technology such as CCTV, this can indeed help improve a company's surveillance system, but companies also need to consider the comfort and privacy of their workers.

[|MINER|]

An organization needs strict monitoring to run smoothly.  It is not possible to run a large organization without monitoring.  Because there are many employees in a large organization, there is no boss or owner who can come and check all the time whether everyone is working properly.  For this, various technologies are used there.  If someone works in exchange for money, it is natural that the owner will keep a watch on whether that person is doing the work properly.  Many come to the office and do not work properly.  To see this, the owner monitors the CCTV cameras and monitors.  I don't think it's a bad thing because I don't think there's anything private in the office other than the washroom.

[arimamib]

An organization needs strict monitoring to run smoothly.  It is not possible to run a large organization without monitoring.  Because there are many employees in a large organization, there is no boss or owner who can come and check all the time whether everyone is working properly.  For this, various technologies are used there.  If someone works in exchange for money, it is natural that the owner will keep a watch on whether that person is doing the work properly.  Many come to the office and do not work properly.  To see this, the owner monitors the CCTV cameras and monitors.  I don't think it's a bad thing because I don't think there's anything private in the office other than the washroom.

Large organizations need to ensure smooth operations and maximize productivity, hence they adopt strict monitoring. With numerous employees dispersed across various departments, monitoring mechanisms, including technological solutions like CCTV cameras and computer tracking software, are crucial tools for maintaining accountability and efficiency. Employees are hired to fulfill specific roles and responsibilities in exchange for compensation. It's only reasonable for employers to ensure that employees are performing their duties satisfactorily.

Monitoring allows management to identify areas of improvement, address inefficiencies, and provide necessary support or training to enhance employee performance. Organizations must maintain high levels of productivity to remain profitable and competitive, because they have to operate in today's competitive business landscape. Monitoring helps identify and rectify issues promptly, preventing potential disruptions to workflow and ensuring that deadlines and targets are met effectively. Employees are aware that their activities during work hours are subject to scrutiny, and monitoring serves as a deterrent against misconduct or unauthorized activities. But of course it needs a balance between oversight and respect for individual rights.

[kryptqnick]

I think that monitoring staff is an idea of the past that should largely be abandoned. Of course, some jobs require monitoring. Those are jobs that have to do with vulnerable people (in the hospitals and prisons, for example) or important/dangerous data/things (state security services, toxic scientific facilities). But monitoring people for productivity doesn't make sense to me. I think people should be able to do whatever they want at the office or at home while working, as long as what they're doing isn't distracting others from work and as long as they meet their deadlines, goals and things like that. If a person is performing well (which can be assessed by looking at regular results of whatever work the person's doing at the office), the rest should not concern the company.

[viananda2525]

To maintain employee work productivity, supervision is required, however, if the supervision system is implemented too strictly, it does not rule out the possibility that employee performance productivity will increase, however, a strict supervision system like this can also cause the work environment to become unhealthy. Unhealthy, because too tight supervision can cause discomfort and severe stress for employees. and quite a few people choose to resign from their workplace and choose to look for another job, just because the supervision system is too strict. Of course, if this continues, it will only result in losses for the company, because with so many workers leaving, the company will have to carry out recruitment again, which costs quite a lot. However, if there is a vacancy in workers for a long time, this will actually be even more detrimental to the company.

With the presence of technology such as CCTV, this can indeed help improve a company's surveillance system, but companies also need to consider the comfort and privacy of their workers.

In my opinion, every company has its own work standards and everyone who works there certainly knows what things apply. Every worker also understands the company profile when applying and also during the interview process before actually being accepted. So there is no reason for people who claim that their privacy is disturbed due to the use of technology because they have gone through a series of processes. In fact, I really don't agree if CCTV is installed in private rooms such as bathrooms or changing rooms and special meeting rooms, otherwise there is no problem at all.

[fuguebtc]

This is a very accurate issue, the issue of monitoring during work and preserving privacy, it is clear that the need to monitor employees during work is a matter of concern to all companies and give them a priority on the issue of the privacy of employees.

As many indicated here, I do not think that there is a privacy for employees regarding work, the administration sees its right to look at everything that its employees do, whether in offices, computers, or mobile phones, so they will not hesitate to set devices and monitoring programs for all these things.

It is assumed that employees have no things they want to hide, so they should not complain about the issue of privacy at work.

So far,technology has done more good to businesses and firms,but this issue of where the employers are literally been monitored against their will or consent is totally unagreeable.

Employees are indeed entitled to a private life,and their way of life should also be respected.Many reputable business organizations where there safety and security means a lot to them will continue to install and install too much electronic gadgets for the sole purpose of of protecting their company's privacy and ensuring safety.It seems to be an important factor to them as it enhances a smooth and easy running of company's activities to be precise.

If those companies and organizations do not strengthen supervision and strict inspection of their employees. Some of those employees intentionally sabotage or sell important company documents, or do not comply with rules and refuse to work hard, causing damage to the business. Causing difficulties for businesses, even bankruptcy, and thousands of people will be unemployed. So do you think your privacy is more important or the lives of those thousands of employees are more important? And is it worth it when just because one person causes chaos in the company just because we demand privacy, it affects the whole group?

If we are not satisfied with that company because they do not respect our privacy, then we should leave immediately because no one is forcing us to stay. If you have to depend on them, you need to comply with the rules of the game they set.

[Belarge]

In my opinion, every company has its own work standards and everyone who works there certainly knows what things apply. Every worker also understands the company profile when applying and also during the interview process before actually being accepted. So there is no reason for people who claim that their privacy is disturbed due to the use of technology because they have gone through a series of processes. In fact, I really don't agree if CCTV is installed in private rooms such as bathrooms or changing rooms and special meeting rooms, otherwise there is no problem at all.

There are problems that ought to be solved within minutes because there's no room for escalating. Before a company employs someone, they have to bend down and ensure they're bringing in a potential being and not some random opportunity cost one. However the new invention of technology have made everything easier and up running. Technology have made very activities easier and understandable in the system. Every worker have an idea about the system, they know the exact things to expect and also doing interception goals.

[Dailyscript]

This is a very accurate issue, the issue of monitoring during work and preserving privacy, it is clear that the need to monitor employees during work is a matter of concern to all companies and give them a priority on the issue of the privacy of employees.

As many indicated here, I do not think that there is a privacy for employees regarding work, the administration sees its right to look at everything that its employees do, whether in offices, computers, or mobile phones, so they will not hesitate to set devices and monitoring programs for all these things.

It is assumed that employees have no things they want to hide, so they should not complain about the issue of privacy at work.

So far,technology has done more good to businesses and firms,but this issue of where the employers are literally been monitored against their will or consent is totally unagreeable.

Employees are indeed entitled to a private life,and their way of life should also be respected.Many reputable business organizations where there safety and security means a lot to them will continue to install and install too much electronic gadgets for the sole purpose of of protecting their company's privacy and ensuring safety.It seems to be an important factor to them as it enhances a smooth and easy running of company's activities to be precise.

If you have a business, you may choose to have security footage or not. And your getting everything all wrong. You are not using the CCTV cameras to monitor your employees. You provide securities for your business, your customers, and your workers as well.

Have you not heard of robberies in big supermarkets, banks, and other big firms? How do you think they get to trace the robbers? Sometimes customers may abuse your workers, and that is how you find them, or maybe they are shoplifting. You will also find out through those cameras. So I don't see any disadvantage in it.

[boty]

In my opinion, every company has its own work standards and everyone who works there certainly knows what things apply. Every worker also understands the company profile when applying and also during the interview process before actually being accepted. So there is no reason for people who claim that their privacy is disturbed due to the use of technology because they have gone through a series of processes. In fact, I really don't agree if CCTV is installed in private rooms such as bathrooms or changing rooms and special meeting rooms, otherwise there is no problem at all.

There are problems that ought to be solved within minutes because there's no room for escalating. Before a company employs someone, they have to bend down and ensure they're bringing in a potential being and not some random opportunity cost one. However the new invention of technology have made everything easier and up running. Technology have made very activities easier and understandable in the system. Every worker have an idea about the system, they know the exact things to expect and also doing interception goals.

Every company that will accept new employees will of course always select them well so that they don't make a mistake in choosing the employees they will accept at their company and after they have passed these stages of course they must follow all the rules that exist in the place where they work, current technological developments. This of course will really help workers to be able to produce their work well and there are many tools that can help them complete the work they do.

[Reatim]

I think it’s okay. They are using resources from the company so I believe
that the company has the rights to monitor and see what they are doing.

I think it can also create a sense of transparency that would be able to build
trust among employees and the employers. As long as it is not for other weird purposes, then I think it’s only okay.

[oktana]

CCTV are very important for not just monitoring the staff but security purposes. The important thing about CCTV cameras is that even when there’s no one, you feel watched and you will have to do your job properly. The computers they use as well is best under surveillance because many people while at work use the company’s time and resource to do things that don’t contribute to the company. If you’re an employer who has experience this from at least 1 employees, you will understand better. However, I don’t support threatening employees with their jobs (unless they did something worth it).

[Ever-young]

Companies are very concerned about their property, and even as the cameras are installed almost in everywhere there are still places where they don’t install cameras because  of privacy. If you don’t want those cameras to be watching over you, you have a choice to quiet and leave the company for the owner.

Companies property are expensive, and they are trying as hard as they can to protect them, this camera are what they go back to in term of some minor disputes which they can easily use the video coverage to get back and know where issues arise from.

[Negotiation]

It is true that due to technology we can do many things very easily, like medicine, calculations and being able to do various tasks very easily but before the advent of technology we could not do all the tasks so easily. Just as there are good sides to using technology, there are also bad sides, it depends on us whether we use the good side of technology or the bad side. If we use technology well, we can open up the world more.

[Wapfika]

CCTV are very important for not just monitoring the staff but security purposes. The important thing about CCTV cameras is that even when there’s no one, you feel watched and you will have to do your job properly. The computers they use as well is best under surveillance because many people while at work use the company’s time and resource to do things that don’t contribute to the company. If you’re an employer who has experience this from at least 1 employees, you will understand better. However, I don’t support threatening employees with their jobs (unless they did something worth it).

I’m employed on a company that doesn’t have a CCTV installed behind our back just to monitor my work progress because we have target submission date which is enough already to force us to work properly. I really like working this way because I’m free to manage my time whatever I want without any concerns that someone is watching me. My company values the result over the process of doing it.

Your point of view is correct about the use of cctv to monitor employees but I personally dislike it when all my move will be watch by my superiors because there’s no freedom on doing my work in my own way.