TECHNOSTRESS ASSESSMENT IN THE IT WORKFORCE IN ROMANIA: THE NEED FOR MANAGEMENT ADAPTATION

Authors

  • SEBASTIAN VADUVA Emanuel University of Oradea
  • AMALIA CRISTINA NEDELCUT Babes-Bolyai University
  • CRISTIAN IULIAN HNATIUC Emanuel University of Oradea
  • SAMUEL ECHEVARRIA-CRUZ Austin Community College

Abstract

Technostress highlights the challenges individuals face in adapting to new technologies, especially in the absence of effective coping mechanisms and preventive strategies. This phenomenon has far-reaching implications, affecting both organizational and personal environments. This study explores the impact of technostress on the IT workforce in Romania, shedding light on its implications for job stress, organizational stress, and employee morale within the context of the country's evolving IT industry. The investigation, based on 2141 valid responses, utilizes Ordinary Least Squares Regression (OLS) and Pearson Correlation Coefficients to analyse the relationships between stress, morale, and job satisfaction. The inclusion of COVID-19 effects adds a contemporary dimension to the study, recognizing the changing landscape of work and its potential impact on IT workers' well-being. Management in the IT sector in Romania needs to be adaptable and responsive to the needs and challenges posed by technostress. This includes providing support to employees in managing workloads, promoting healthy technology use practices, and creating a balanced work environment.

Author Biographies

SEBASTIAN VADUVA, Emanuel University of Oradea

 Prof.univ.dr., serves as the director of the Griffiths School of Management and IT within Emanuel University of Oradea.

AMALIA CRISTINA NEDELCUT, Babes-Bolyai University

Lect.dr. Faculty of Economics and Bussines Administration, Department of Management

CRISTIAN IULIAN HNATIUC, Emanuel University of Oradea

Asociated prof at Emanuel University, Qualification Manager / HR BP Europe team / People Development tribe · Deutsche Telekom Services Europe Romania (DTSE Romania)Emanuel University of Oradea

SAMUEL ECHEVARRIA-CRUZ, Austin Community College

Dr. Samuel Echevarría-Cruz has served as a Professor of Sociology at Austin Community College (ACC) since 2009.  He currently serves as the Program Coordinator for the American Studies Degree Program housed within the Interdisciplinary Studies Department and as of Fall 2021 he was appointed Associate Dean of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Instruction. While at ACC, he has also held positions as chair of the Department of Sociology and Social Work and Dean of Liberal Arts for the Social and Behavioral Sciences.  

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Published

2024-07-29

Issue

Vol. 24 No. 1(39) (2024)

Section

Management and business administration