Leveraging Technology to Promote Employee Well-being and Productivity; Best Practices, Legal Aspects, and Go-Forward Strategies

LEVERAGING TECHNOLOGY TO PROMOTE EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING AND PRODUCTIVITY; BEST PRACTICES, LEGAL ASPECTS, AND GO-FORWARD STRATEGIES.

INTRODUCTION

An employee’s well-being is an important consideration and challenge for organizations because good well-being extends beyond a comfortable office environment. The employee’s well-being reflects the office environment and its influence on the mental and physical health of the employee.
Workplace well-being relates to every area of one’s working life, from the quality and safety of the physical environment to how workers feel about their work, their working environment, the climate at work, and the work organization.

In the dynamic landscape of the modern workplace, technology has emerged as a driving force that solves the traditional employee problems of well-being and productivity. Organisations can assure employees of a less stressful work environment by including technology that enhances productivity. Currently, the role of technology is growing in the workplace. From communications to organization and management of organizations, in the fast-paced and ever evolving business world, technology is an indispensable tool for enhancing employee well-being and productivity. Over time, employees’ well-being has proven to have a positive impact on organisational productivity while technology develops collaborative and analytical tools to assist roles. Therefore, organizations can use technology to promote physical wellness, flexible working hours, remote work, etc. Technology also enables employees to perform their roles better, making several organizations adopt multiple technological solutions to improve performance in their roles. Organisations that incorporate technology can positively improve employee well-being and productivity.

Technology also balances employee well-being and productivity. Employees can use technology to ensure a high productivity level while still reducing their workload. Modern technology practices have proven to enhance employee well-being and offer strategies to leverage technology for a healthier and more productive workforce. This article explores the different uses of technology in employment well-being, it discusses best practices and strategies for organisations intending to use technology to transform their workplace.

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AUTHORS

Dr Ngozi Chinwa Ole

Managing Associate

ngozi.ole@alliancelawfirm.ng

Samuel Uzo Igwe CIPM

Executive Associate

Samuel.Uzoigwe@alliancelawfirm.ng

Lilian Adat

Executive Associate

lilian.adat@alliancelawfirm.ng

Anastasia Edward

Associate

samuel.uzoigwe@alliancelawfirm.ng