Article contentWorking from home may be creating the illusion of privacy, but it’s possible that you’re being watched more closely than ever before. Electronic surveillance in the workplace is nothing new — companies have been monitoring telephones, computers and voice mail boxes since the 1990s — but it is becoming more sophisticated and alarmingly common as we work remotely. Try refreshing your browser, or Vass Bednar: Your boss is watching you while you work Back to videoThere has been considerable growth in companies that offer time tracking software to help employers “manage the productivity” of their staff. These programs use tactics such as key logging, random screenshots and location tracking to monitor a range of online activities, such as time spent on the job. While tempting for some business owners, this type of invasive software should be considered harmful spyware that should be severely restricted.

Source: National Post August 18, 2020 09:56 UTC