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The Intricacies of Workplace Surveillance
This chapter explores the growing trend of workplace surveillance, amplified by the shift to remote work during the pandemic. It highlights various monitoring tools employed by employers and discusses the emotional toll on employees while questioning the true effectiveness of such surveillance on productivity. Cultural differences in workplace practices are examined, particularly in regions like Germany and Austria, where employee councils influence the implementation of monitoring technologies.