Separate principles of the employer’s motivation for digitization in the field of work

Abstract

Under today’s conditions, every third employee uses digital technologies at work. In order to be competitive on the labor market, a modern worker must possess knowledge in the field of using information and communication technologies in the course of performing his/her work function, and increase the level of his/her digital literacy in the process of professional development.
 The definition of digitization in the field of labor is given as a process of introducing information technologies into the activities of an enterprise, institution, organization, thanks to which there is interaction and communication between the employee and the employer, between the employer/employee and state bodies; between the employer/employee and the trade union; between the employer/employee and consumers, suppliers, etc.
 The employer’s motivation to introduce modern innovative technologies in the field of labor is outlined. The generalized goal of digitalization in the field of work is formulated and the specific goals of digitalization of work processes are highlighted. So, in general, the goal of the digitization of the labor process is to modernize the format of the relationship between the employee and the employer, between the employee and state institutions, between the employer and state bodies, taking into account the global challenges of the digitalized society.
 The advantages of digitization are listed: 1) thanks to modern software, the productivity of the employee increases significantly; 2) saving time; 3) reduction of production costs; 4) positive image of the enterprise, which works on modern innovative technologies; 5) loyalty of customers, visitors; 6) innovativeness in production and management processes; 7) improvement of digital qualification, digital literacy of employees.
 It lists the specific skills and abilities of workers in almost all industries that are becoming in demand in a digitalized society.
 It was established that the employee’s digital skills should be constantly improved during trainings and professional development courses.
 Certain circumstances are outlined that are essential for establishing a balance between the employee’s right to privacy at the workplace and the employer’s right to video surveillance of a subordinate.