Digital Detox Policies: HRM Strategies to Combat Employee Tech Burnout
Author : G.K. Kaviyaasree and Dr. S Maruthavijayan
Abstract :
In today’s always-connected work culture, employees are increasingly facing tech burnout—a state marked by mental fatigue, declining productivity, and emotional exhaustion. The constant reliance on digital tools, endless notifications, prolonged screen time, and blurred work-life boundaries have turned connectivity into a source of stress rather than efficiency. This research looks at digital detox policies as a strategic HRM response to these challenges. It examines the common triggers of burnout and explores HR-led solutions such as limiting after-hours emails, encouraging tech-free breaks, and introducing digital well-being programs. Drawing from case studies and global best practices, the study emphasizes how HR can strike the right balance between productivity and employee wellness. Ultimately, the aim is to provide a policy framework that helps organizations build a healthier, more sustainable digital work environment—one where technology supports people, rather than overwhelms them.
Keywords :
Digital Detox Policies, Employee Tech Burnout, Digital Well-being, After-Hours Communication, Right to Disconnect, Screen Fatigue, Organizational Resilience.
