Analisis Digital Fatigue pada Karyawan dalam Menghadapi Intensitas Penggunaan Teknologi di Lingkungan Kerja

Abstract

This study aims to analyze digital fatigue among employees in dealing with the intensity of technology use in an increasingly digitalized work environment. The development of technology provides convenience in carrying out work activities, but continuous use of digital devices may also increase work demands, information overload, communication frequency, and employees’ connection to work. This study employed a descriptive qualitative method through a literature review of relevant scientific publications related to digital fatigue, technostress, technology use intensity, and employee well-being. The data were analyzed descriptively by grouping the findings into technology use intensity, digital fatigue conditions, and their impacts on employees’ work activities. The results showed that computer or laptop use was the most dominant form of technology use at 92%, followed by work communication applications at 87% and smartphone use for work at 84%. Regarding digital fatigue, fatigue after using digital devices reached 86%, eye fatigue 81%, difficulty maintaining concentration 74%, and digital activity-related boredom 72%. Meanwhile, the identified impacts included decreased work concentration at 74%, increased work boredom at 72%, disrupted work-life balance at 68%, decreased work engagement at 61%, and decreased job satisfaction at 57%. These findings indicate that intensive technology use needs to be balanced with digital workload management, appropriate working and resting schedules, and organizational support so that technology can continue to improve productivity without increasing employee fatigue.