Key Summary: * Excessive surveillance creates stressed employees who distrust management—monitored workers are 49% more likely to pretend to work. * Legal boundaries vary: EU requires consent, California gives data rights, US federal law allows monitoring on company devices with significant loopholes. * Ethical monitoring focuses on improvement not punishment, respects work

Summary: * Employee monitoring boosts productivity, protects company data, and ensures compliance, but excessive surveillance can harm trust and morale. * Ethical and legal considerations require transparency, fair policies, and clear communication while maintaining accountability. * A balanced approach with clear guidelines, and employee consent helps create a positive and productive work environment.

Summary: * Monitoring tools can increase work output by 22% when used properly, but too much watching can make productivity drop by 10%. * Clear policies and open communication about monitoring help build trust, while secret surveillance hurts worker morale. * Companies that focus on measuring completed work rather than tracking every move