Can Do vs. Should Do: The Ethics of Gathering and Using Workforce Data

Companies have always held sensitive data on their workforces. Historically, this data has been used for diverse purposes, such as to preserve business records, to meet legal and regulatory obligations, and/or as evidence in litigation.  However, advanced technologies are now providing powerful new tools that allow companies unprecedented access to employee data. Today’s employer can collect and analyse data from employees’ emails, social networking activity,