Data is the lifeblood of organizations, enabling their operations and decision-making. In evolving workplaces where teams are distributed and working digitally, growing threats are posing risks to data confidentiality. Organizations need to adopt robust security practices to negate the impact on data privacy and ensure operational security.

If you’ve recently implemented employee monitoring software and noticed low employee activity, you need to take action to resolve it. Review or check where employees should be more active. One way is to look at the total number of clicks or keystrokes an employee has made in a given period. If this number is significantly lower than it should be, likely, the employee needs to be more productive. Another way to tell if employees are inactive is by monitoring their internet usage.

The Hybrid Work Model has become a go-to solution for balancing flexibility and productivity in today’s fast-paced work environment. Employees sometimes feel trapped by rigid office hours. However, the hybrid work model has helped them find a new working method. Employees can boost their performance by blending remote work with in-person collaboration. It is like opening a door to endless possibilities!

This is the second part of a series about the future of employee experience (EX). For the full picture, get your free copy of Next in EX: Trends shaping employee experience. Too many employees have too many tools, creating a sense of digital friction that fractures their attention, causes frustration, and limits productivity. This technology overload holds employees back instead of propelling them forward — this poor employee experience (EX) impacts key organizational outcomes.

Google has recently launched “With Vids,” a groundbreaking tool that promises to elevate workplace productivity to new heights. This tool is the latest addition to Google Workspace, known for its robust suite of applications that facilitate efficient digital work environments.

In today’s workplace, the key to achieving greater results is not just working harder, but also working smarter. This is where the idea of “chronoworking” comes in handy, offering a new way to organize your schedule. Setting work hours to match people’s biological cycles, which control their natural energy swings throughout the day, is the idea behind chronoworking. This is meant to boost both output and overall health.

It's no secret that visibility in supply chain operations dictates the difference between successes and setbacks. With technology evolving at breakneck speeds, savvy 3PL service providers are racing to integrate cutting-edge tools that ensure nothing slips through the cracks. To showcase what’s at play, stick with us and we’ll introduce you to a group of contemporary tech solutions that are shaking up the supply chain scene from top to bottom.

Managers can stroll around cubicles and in offices to observe what employees are working on and ask for progress reports. They can also spot physical cues of unproductivity, like absent-mindedness or task aversion. Remote managers, on the other hand, have the unique opportunity to harness trust and technology to determine whether employees are working. This technological empowerment allows them to manage their remote teams, even without physical proximity, effectively.

Measuring employee productivity is a critical part of today’s competitive business landscape. It’s a tool that empowers managers and business leaders to optimize growth cycles, manage performance culture during stressed periods, and understand how effectively their employees are working. Providing a roadmap to improve performance also empowers managers to enhance their performance management skills.

Efficient time management is essential for maximizing productivity and achieving project success. One method gaining increasing popularity is agile time tracking. This practice enhances traditional methods, offering dynamic solutions for modern teams. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the complexities of agile practices, providing actionable insights and best practices to unlock your team’s full potential.