Bosses now have more tools than ever to monitor workers — from tracking office attendance through WiFi connections to archiving messages on company‑issued phones.
Bosses Are Watching YOU
As remote work declines and the job market cools, experts say the balance of power has shifted back toward employers, who are increasingly using surveillance to enforce productivity and security.
While some monitoring is meant to protect workers, others raise privacy concerns, especially when employees forget their company devices can reveal personal information. The biggest grey area involves personal phones used for work, where boundaries are less clear. Advocates warn that transparency and strict limits are essential to prevent abuse.


