As technology progresses at insurmountable rates, it is becoming easier for employers to watch you while you work. If workplace privacy is a concern for you, here are some insights by attorney Karen DeSoto –
Like it or not, Employers Monitor Online Activity
Studies show that as many as 63% of employers in the US monitor internet connections at the workplace. This means that your employers have access to one or more of the following –
• Your emails
• What you browse on the web
• Your phone calls
• Your computer files
• Video recordings
Companies are also investing in computer software that allows them to monitor stored data on screens of workplace computer terminals. In data entry and word-processing jobs, it is common for employers to pursue keystroke monitoring. This refers to the number of keystrokes an individual makes within an hour.
Why are my Employers Tracking my Activities?
Workplace terminals are monitored to assess productivity, compliance with company policies, make sure company data remains secure and gather actionable insights.
Furthermore, your social media activities are also probably being tracked by employers to ensure safety of company and client information and to make sure the personal information of other employers is not made public.
Employers also track social media accounts to ensure there is no criticism against employers, customers and subordinates.
Is this Legal?
Generally speaking, employers do have the right to monitor workplace computers; especially since the networks and the hardware is owned by them. However, some union contracts may limit the nature of this monitoring.
Like it or not, Employers Monitor Online Activity
Studies show that as many as 63% of employers in the US monitor internet connections at the workplace. This means that your employers have access to one or more of the following –
• Your emails
• What you browse on the web
• Your phone calls
• Your computer files
• Video recordings
Companies are also investing in computer software that allows them to monitor stored data on screens of workplace computer terminals. In data entry and word-processing jobs, it is common for employers to pursue keystroke monitoring. This refers to the number of keystrokes an individual makes within an hour.
Why are my Employers Tracking my Activities?
Workplace terminals are monitored to assess productivity, compliance with company policies, make sure company data remains secure and gather actionable insights.
Furthermore, your social media activities are also probably being tracked by employers to ensure safety of company and client information and to make sure the personal information of other employers is not made public.
Employers also track social media accounts to ensure there is no criticism against employers, customers and subordinates.
Is this Legal?
Generally speaking, employers do have the right to monitor workplace computers; especially since the networks and the hardware is owned by them. However, some union contracts may limit the nature of this monitoring.
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