Nowadays, they just turn on a computer and check their email. Computers at the workplace are supposed to be used for business purposes. At least one in three employers is engaged in some sort of electronic surveillance, according to a recent survey by the American Management Association. Employee monitoring is used to check productivity, enhance employee safety, and deter or investigate problems. Proponents believe that monitoring improves productivity and customer service, as well as reducing the chance of litigation.
Critics believe it increases employee stress and creates a climate of mistrust.
We have it, but only use it in certain cases. We don't actively monitor employees, but if another employee questions someone, we talk to that individual. Our employee manual tells our employees that computers are used for business. Faley says the company sends out reminders about the policy and it seems to work well. Our company is so large and technology is so important that we don't check every hit and every email.