JOURNAL ARTICLE

The Risks of Collecting Employees' Biometric Data.

  • Published In: Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 2025. P. 1 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Park, Andrew; Kietzmann, Jan; Killoran, Jay 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the risks associated with companies collecting employees' biometric data, such as fingerprints and health information, aimed at enhancing safety and productivity. While these practices can offer organizational benefits, they may lead to employee disengagement, trust issues, and mental health concerns due to feelings of job insecurity and loss of autonomy. The article highlights recent legal cases against companies for improper data collection and provides guidance for employers on ethical data practices, emphasizing the importance of transparency and separating data collection from performance evaluations. It also suggests that employees can advocate for their rights and seek alternatives to intrusive data collection methods. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Harvard Business Review Digital Articles. 2025/05, p1
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:186266111
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