A Literature Review on the Impact of Digital Hindrance Stressors on Employees' Psychological Need Satisfaction
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Digital Hindrance Stressors, Self-Determination Theory, Psychological Need SatisfactionAbstract
The digital economy is taking off at an astonishing speed, and against this backdrop, digital transformation has become a key force propelling enterprises toward high-quality growth. This wave of change opens up exciting new opportunities for businesses, yet it also places heavy new demands on their workforce. In today's workplaces, digital tools are everywhere, and employees often find themselves wrestling with what we call digital hindrance stressors as they go about their daily tasks. These stressors include things like being overwhelmed by too much technology, having their workflow constantly interrupted, or feeling that the digital tools they have to use just aren't effective. Essentially, these are pressures that stem from using digital technology on the job, and they tend to take a toll on people's psychological well-being and their overall satisfaction with work. That said, the existing literature hasn't really dug deep into how these particular stressors relate to employees' basic psychological needs being met. Given that these digitally-induced pressures can stir up a fair bit of trouble, Therefore, against the backdrop of digital transformation, this study systematically examines the relationship between digital hindrance stressors and the fulfillment of employees’ basic psychological needs.
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