The tech industry culture is characterized by long working hours, leading employees to feel compelled to respond to work communications outside their scheduled hours. A significant percentage of tech workers express a desire for 'right to disconnect' legislation to legally prevent such contact. Surveys indicate overwhelming support for this law among senior leaders in the sector. Various countries have already established guidelines, with France requiring companies to define non-contact hours and Australia recently implementing legislation to support employees' right to refuse after-hours communications.
In the tech industry, employees often work long hours, leading to feelings of obligation to respond to emails or calls outside of their working hours.
The Impact of Technology on the Workplace Report 2025 reveals that 83% of employees feel pressured to respond to work-related communications even on holiday.
72% of senior leaders in the tech sector support implementing a 'right to disconnect' law, reflecting a growing demand for work-life balance.
Countries like France and Australia have enacted 'right to disconnect' laws, providing frameworks that protect employees from work-related communications after hours.
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