Many companies use “keylogging” software or hardware to monitor employees’ computer use. But they might be in trouble, according to this recent court case. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: keylogging, monitoring, spying, Wiretap Act
When employees complain of harassment, they often ask managers to ‘keep it between you and me’ and not take any action. But a recent court ruling shows why supervisors should always notify HR about possible harassment issues. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: monitoring, pornography, sexual harassment
It’s no secret: Employees often use their workplace computers for non-work purposes. But when an employee does something illegal, is the company liable because it owns the equipment? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: liability, monitoring, negligence
Are you concerned about how employees are using their workplace Internet access? If not, maybe you should be. Some troubling news for HR pros, managers and IT staff: Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: monitoring, pornography at work, Web use
It’s no secret: Many employees waste big chunks of the day browsing the Internet. So, restrict their online access and productivity will soar, right? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: Ascentive, blocking software, monitoring
One objection some employees have against their employer’s computer policies: It’s an invasion of privacy. But do workers really have a right to privacy when they’re on company computers? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: computer policies, court, monitoring, privacy
It’s been the legal standard for awhile: Employers have the right to monitor employees’ e-mail and other electronic communication. But a recent court ruling sheds some doubt on that standard. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: e-mail, electronic communication, monitoring, privacy, SCA, Stored Communications Act, text message
Many managers monitor their employees’ computer use. Here’s one key to avoiding a backlash from the workers: Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: backlash, filter, Internet at work, monitoring
