Pokémon GO

Pokémon GO: A contemporary example of how new technology can impact the workplace

July 19, 2016 Vey Willetts LLP Employee Relations, Employment/Labour Standards, HR and Technology, HR Policies and Procedures, Human Resources, Privacy and Security, Training and Development

By now you have likely heard of the new gaming phenomenon sweeping the globe: Pokémon GO. For employers, Pokémon GO has provided some great real world examples of how the introduction of a new technology can impact the workforce. Consider the following.

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