New Technology Boosts Productivity and Flexibility for American Employees
2009年6月26日 - 12:12AM
Marketwired
More than 70 percent of Americans surveyed say mobile
communications technology such as smartphones and laptops have
boosted personal productivity and, for many, have transformed their
work-life balance, according to the latest findings from an
international workplace survey.
The survey, by global workforce solutions leader Kelly Services,
finds that 74 percent of respondents say the ability to work
outside the office, yet remain in constant contact, has been a
positive development, even though approximately one quarter are now
working longer hours.
The Kelly Global Workforce Index obtained the views of nearly
100,000 people in 34 countries including more than 13,000 in the
United States.
Kelly Services Executive Vice President and General Manager,
Mike Webster, says the explosion of mobile devices is helping to
create a much more flexible and adaptable workforce, and one that
is more productive.
"With access to mobile technologies and the ability to work
remotely, people have not only become more productive but more
engaged with their work through the ability to stay connected
anytime, anywhere. The virtual workplace provides greater freedom
and flexibility and despite working longer hours, many employees
are satisfied with their work-life balance," says Webster.
When asked about their present situation, 69 percent of U.S.
respondents say they are happy with the quality of their work-life
balance, the second highest of the 34 countries surveyed, and
second only to Thailand.
The phenomenon is being spearheaded by employees from Gen Y
(aged 18-29) and Gen X (aged 30-47) who place a much greater
emphasis on a sound work-life balance than baby boomers (aged
48-65).
Key findings of the survey from across the US:
-- More respondents in the Northeast (30 percent) claim to be working
longer hours as a result of mobile communications technology, while those
in the Midwest and South (both 26 percent) are least affected.
-- Workers in the South are deriving the greatest productivity benefits
from the technology with 53 percent rating them as "much better."
-- Workers in the Midwest and South (both 70 percent) are most satisfied
with their current work-life balance and those in the West (68 percent) the
least.
Workers across all the generations say that their output has
increased through the new communications technology. A total of 48
percent say productivity is 'much better,' and 25 percent say it is
'slightly better,' while 2 percent say productivity is lower, and
24 percent say it makes no difference.
The use of mobile communications technologies have become
widespread across the workforce and are driving major changes in
the way people work and their choice of employer. Webster says few
other recent developments have had a bigger impact on employee
engagement and personal productivity.
"We are gradually seeing a blurring of the lines between work
and personal life as a result of the revolution in electronic
communications, which is having a positive effect on employee
engagement and ultimately could impact employment choices," Webster
concludes.
About the Kelly Global Workforce Index
The Kelly Global Workforce Index is a survey revealing opinions
about work and the workplace from a generational viewpoint. Results
of the current findings from across Kelly's global operations in
North America, Europe, and the Asia Pacific will be published
throughout 2009 in a series of six releases.
About Kelly Services
Kelly Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: KELYA) (NASDAQ: KELYB) is a world
leader in workforce management services and human resources
solutions, offering temporary staffing services, outsourcing,
vendor on-site and full-time placement to clients on a global
basis. Kelly provides employment to nearly 650,000 employees
annually, with skills including office services, accounting,
engineering, information technology, law, science, marketing,
creative services, light industrial, education, and health care.
Revenue in 2008 was $5.5 billion. Visit www.kellyservices.com
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Media contact: Judith Clark Kelly Services (248) 244-5362
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