Opportunities for Workplace Deviance
New technology has opened up new opportunities for workplace deviance, and it is the ease of access to certain resources that poses the greatest threat. When it comes to all things digital, access is everything. And for companies and their employees, digital access is not only easy—it is expected. From smart devices to cloud-based solutions to the Internet of Things (IoT), staying connected 24/7 is the modern miracle that promises to help our businesses grow and our people prosper. Yet the more we use these tools and the more power they confer on us, the more unproductive, unethical, and even dangerous our workplace behavior can become. The traditional workplace was a confined space; new technology has broken down those walls. The virtual office is everywhere, and so are its inhabitants, making it hard not just for employers but for employees themselves to find a sense of work-life balance.