Research area: Economy and Labour

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More is more: Better employee data protection for comprehensive use of workplace data

Dr Mena Teebken and Prof Thomas Hess identify the key challenges of data protection in the workplace. Five recommendations are intended to strengthen employees’ trust in data protection and address the needs of companies.

Prevalence and acceptance of working from home at the end of 2023

The ninth survey on the topic of home office (September 12–22, 2023) examines, among other things, corporate identification and the significance of working from home for employee recruitment.

Determinants of Data Disclosure in Digital Workplaces (DetDat)

This research project investigated the determinants of data disclosure in the digital workplace. The goal was to develop a deep understanding of how various factors of digital work influence the willingness to disclose data.

Exploitative leadership in digital collaboration – resilience for employees, leaders and digital communication tools (ELDiCO)

The project analyses the use of digital communication tools in leadership practice and investigates their potentially destructive effects. The aim is to identify key mechanisms and, building on this.

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Prevalence and acceptance of generative AI in Germany and in German workplaces

Generative artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly important in the working environment. The study examines the use, perception and concerns about generative artificial intelligence.

Identity crisis? How companies transform digitally and stay true to themselves at the same time

How to make digital transformation work for companies? Angela Graf and Thomas Hess show that it is an organisation’s identity that counts.

Panel Discussion | The Chinese Social Credit System Revisited: Implementation, Impact and Irritations

To conclude the project, the public event “The Chinese Social Credit System Revisited: Implementation, Impact and Irritations” will discuss the current state of the SCS with its remaining irritations and draw conclusions…