The power of precision: how algorithmic monitoring and performance management enhances employee workplace well-being

Can algorithmic control positively impact employee well-being in the workplace? This study examines the potential benefits of algorithmic control, particularly through monitoring work activities and assessing performance, in enhancing employees' workplace well-being within conventional employment settings. Grounded in labour process theory, our analysis of a multi-wave data set reveals that both algorithmic monitoring and performance management can foster employees' perceptions of organizational fairness, which subsequently supports workplace well-being. Additionally, the study finds that algorithmic transparency further strengthens these positive effects, emphasizing the value of clear and accessible communication around algorithmic processes. These insights offer a practical framework for leveraging algorithmic tools to harness the power of precision, enhancing perceptions of fairness and promoting employee well-being.