Wearable devices and workplace productivity: a bibliometric analysis of their integration into professional environments
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https://doi.org/10.58951/dataset.2024.018Keywords:
Wearable technologies, Wearable devices, Internet of Things, Digital transformationAbstract
This study analyzes workers' perceptions and acceptance of the use of wearable devices in the workplace. A bibliometric review supported by complex network analysis was carried out, through which the driving themes of the area were identified. The results indicate the increase in the use of these technologies and the factors linked to employee acceptance or rejection. Workers' perceptions and the potential benefits of wearable technologies are also discussed. The findings reveal factors influencing technology acceptance and highlight organizational and technological characteristics that facilitate adoption for effective daily use. The study contributes to the literature by evaluating the feasibility and acceptance of wearable technologies within companies. It underscores that the lack of employee involvement in device selection is a significant barrier to adoption.
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