A Study on Technology as an Aid in Balancing Work Life Stress.

Abstract

The concepts of work life balance and work life integration assume great significance today especially in light of the advances in technology. Work life integration refers to the synergies between the various facets of an individual’s life creating a whole picture whereas balance refers to the even distribution of work and personal commitments in the life of the individual. Technology has ensured that the individual is now available 24/7 with no breaks or boundaries. It has also redefined the workplace in terms of new norms of work and work culture. As technology becomes increasingly interwoven with human life, there is also an underlying stress created as a result of being constantly online. This paper attempts to reinterpret the definition of work life integration, analyse the different measures undertaken by organizations to enhance work life integration of the employee and the impact that technology has on such decisions. As technology disrupts the traditional workplace, the paper also attempts to identify technology-induced stress at the workplace and measures that could be undertaken to mitigate such stress.