Open AccessRedefining Workplace Wellness: Wearable Technology and Corporate Wellness
Author(s) -
S K Priyadharshini
Publication year - 2019
Publication title -
ushus journal of business management
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 0975-3311
DOI - 10.12725/ujbm.47.3
Subject(s) - workforce , productivity , wearable computer , business , activity tracker , public relations , marketing , political science , economic growth , engineering , economics , embedded system
The recent advancements in wearable technology have changed the way we look at health and wellness. This new age development has made its way into the world of corporate and given the benefits, it is meant to stay there for some time. These technologies have been increasingly incorporated in the corporate wellness initiatives with a focus on improving the overall health and wellness of the employees. There are many advantages to a healthy workforce including increased productivity and lower health insurance premiums. A growing trend in corporate wellness programs is to offer wearable fitness trackers to employees to help them monitor their activities so that they can make better choices about their health and lifestyle. This article explores the current trend in the corporate wellness initiatives and also discusses the benefits, barriers and threats of this new age development.