Opportunities for Workplace Deviance
Cyber technology has opened up new avenues for workplace deviance by facilitating cyberloafing, data theft, unauthorized access to information, cyberbullying, and the exploitation of company resources. The anonymity of online environments, blurred work-life boundaries, ease of communication, and access to information have all made it tempting for some employees to break the rules, share inappropriate content, leak sensitive data, or engage in illegal activities during work hours, making it difficult for organizations to maintain norms and policies. For example, using business equipment for personal projects, exchanging inappropriate content with coworkers, or engaging in online gambling or unlawful activity during work hours. The ease of communication and access to information can result in sensitive data breaches, whether deliberate or unintentional. Finally, while cyber technology has undoubtedly helped the workplace, it has also created opportunities for deviant behavior, which businesses must address with robust regulations, employee training, and effective monitoring and enforcement methods.