How a surveillance society pervades workplace psychology: Modelling the ethical conundrum for managers and culture leaders

Abstract

Purpose

This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.

Design/methodology/approach

This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.

Findings

This conceptual paper concentrates on presenting a model to assist managers to weigh ethical considerations against the security benefits to the organization when assessing the use of video surveillance equipment. The three key dimensions here are transparency, access, and equality.

Practical implications

The paper provides strategic insights and practical thinking that have influenced some of the world’s leading organizations.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.

Citation

(2018), "How a surveillance society pervades workplace psychology: Modelling the ethical conundrum for managers and culture leaders", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 26 No. 6, pp. 28-30. https://doi.org/10.1108/HRMID-06-2018-0115