Reducing Internet Abuse in the Workplace

摘要

Now that virtually every employee's desk has a computer, and that computer has Internet acces, employers are faced with potential abuse of such access. Misuse and abuse could lead to lower productivity, or, worst case, damaging lawsuits. A survey of 66 companies investigated use of four strategies addressing abuse― deterrence, prevention, detection, and remedies―and their effectiveness. Results showed widespread efforts to limit abuse but also a wide range of effectiveness. Most companies have the ability to tract Internet usage but must weigh the costs of doing so versus costs associated with abuse.