“Digital Distractions: Smartphone Intrusion and Productivity in IT Workspaces"

Abstract

The ubiquitous use of smartphones for both personal and professional purposes has garnered significant attention due to its role in providing individuals with the flexibility to work remotely. While technology adoption in the workplace offers numerous advantages, the escalating prevalence of smartphone usage has introduced challenges, notably in the form of Personal Life to Work Life Smartphone Intrusion and Work Life to Personal Life Smartphone Intrusion.

This study investigates the influence of organizational attitudes towards Digital Distractions-Smartphone Intrusion on employee productivity. A sample of 576 IT professionals in Chennai participated in the survey, employing Smart PLS for hypothesis testing and model analysis. The findings reveal that both personal intrusions affecting work and work intrusions disrupting personal lives significantly influence employee output. This suggests that organizations have a crucial role to play in shaping digital habits and minimizing smartphone-related distractions, ultimately boosting employee productivity and well-being.