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Survey: 52% Of Workers Will Shop Online While On The Job This Holiday Season; 44% Admit Productivity Takes A Hit


MENLO PARK, Calif., Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The internet makes it easy to shop around the clock, and many workers will be shopping on the clock for the upcoming holidays. New research from staffing firm Robert Half Technology shows 52% of employees will be "workshopping" ? that is, shopping online from the office or while using a corporate device. Of those respondents, 44% admitted that surfing for deals hinders their on-the-job productivity.

Source: Robert Half Technology

In a separate survey, 77% of technology leaders said their firm allows "workshopping," but more than half (52%) prefer employees abstain from the activity. Security risks (59%) and loss of productivity (34%) were cited as the top "workshopping" concerns among tech managers. 

View an infographic of "workshopping" habits and opinions.

"The weeks leading into the holiday season can be particularly hectic for employees, so it's no wonder many are multitasking," said Ryan Sutton, a district president of Robert Half Technology. "Team leaders concerned with productivity and technology managers responsible for organizational security should review their company policies with staff before issues arise."

Additional findings:

About the Research
The online surveys were developed by Robert Half Technology and conducted by independent research firms. They include responses from 2,800 workers 18 years of age or older and employed in office environments and more than 2,800 IT decision makers in 28 major U.S. markets.

About Robert Half Technology 
With more than 100 locations worldwide, Robert Half Technology is a leading provider of technology professionals for initiatives ranging from web development and multiplatform systems integration to network security and technical support. Robert Half Technology offers online job search services at roberthalf.com/technology. Visitors can also request a copy of the Robert Half Technology 2020 Salary Guide

 

SOURCE Robert Half Technology


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