New Title: 'Enterprises intensify efforts to curb mouse jiggler usage'

Money | June 17, 2024, 9:43 p.m.

With the rise of remote work, employees are seeking ways to appear productive to their managers while away from their computers. However, companies like Wells Fargo are cracking down on deceptive practices such as using "mouse jigglers" to fake productivity. Over a dozen employees were fired for simulating keyboard activity to create the impression of work. The prevalence of this technology raises questions about the effectiveness of current monitoring tools in assessing actual productivity. As remote work continues, the availability and affordability of these tools make it challenging for employees to deceive their employers. Wells Fargo's requirement for employees to return to the office by early 2022 further complicates the issue. The ongoing advancement of monitoring technology will ultimately determine the balance of power between employees and employers in the remote work landscape.