Instant Messaging Creates Less Interuptions in the Workplace

There were studies completed at Ohio State University of California which reveal that there were fewer interruptions at the work place than employees who did not use instant messaging. It is ironic because there are many other researchers who say that instant messaging is a distraction in itself and that overall it can reduce productivity that an employee produces. The research that this university completed revealed that many employees were less interrupted with colleagues dropping in unexpectedly than using the instant messaging system. The system gives the employees to the ability display their availability, talk to numerous employees at once and multi task which is an area where many employees may struggle. In the future, instant messaging should become a certified substitute for emailing. It will take time for different companies to agree implementing such system.

Please click the youtube posting below and review an employee speaking on his usage of the instant messager in the workplace.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_AKQkqnQZQ

I referenced this link in my posting.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2008/06/080603120251.htm