THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGIES ON WORK-LIFE BALANCE
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https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i1.2024.5123Keywords:
Work Life Balance, Technology, Work Life Balance ProgrammesAbstract [English]
The conventional concepts of work-life balance have been profoundly altered by the incorporation of technology into the workplace in today's quickly changing digital environment. This essay examines the complex link between technology and programmes meant to promote a good proportion between work obligations and leisure time. This research explores how technology both helps and hinders the goal of work-life balance through an extensive analysis of the literature and empirical data. There are several perspectives on how technology affects work-life balance programmes. The article first addresses the ways in which advances in technology have made it more difficult to distinguish between one's personal and professional lives. While this has made remote work possible, it has also reinforced a culture of "always-on" behaviour that may intrude on personal time. Additionally, the analysis of technology's function in giving employees flexibility and autonomy takes into account how it might improve work-life balance by enabling people to personalise their work settings and schedules. However in addition to its advantages, technology also makes it more difficult to strike a work-life balance. The widespread use of communication technology might result in a surplus of information and frequent disruptions, hindering people's capacity to detach from their jobs. Furthermore, the pressure to always be reachable via digital platforms might increase stress and lower the standard of leisure activities. In order to support organisational strategies and policies aimed at boosting employee well-being in an increasingly digital environment, this study synthesises previous research and provides insights into the interaction between technology and work-life balance efforts. By gaining a comprehensive comprehension of the intricate dynamics involved, companies may effectively utilise technology to promote a more enduring and satisfying work-life equilibrium for their workforce.
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