Source : INDIA TODAY NEWS
A simple workplace experiment has turned into a tricky situation for one employee.
According to a post shared on Reddit, the person managed to automate a large part of his team’s daily work, but now he is unsure whether sharing it with his manager is a good idea.
The employee explained that he used VBA codes, with help from AI tools, to automate nearly three-fourths of a process handled by around 100 people of his team.
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After testing it carefully, he found that the system works smoothly and without errors. In fact, it could save nearly 60 percent of the time spent on these tasks.
What makes the situation unusual is not the innovation itself, but the question that followed: should he tell his manager about it?
A CLEVER FIX THAT ACTUALLY WORKS
What started as a small idea quickly turned into something much bigger.
The employee realised that his solution could cut down hours of repetitive work across the team. Imagine finishing your daily tasks at almost half the time, that’s the kind of impact this automation could have.
He even pointed out that it could “save half the office hours of all the employees”, making work faster and easier for everyone involved.
THE BIG QUESTION: TO TELL THE BOSS OR NOT
But here’s where things get interesting.
Instead of rushing to share the idea, the employee paused. He is worried that revealing the automation might backfire.
His concern is simple: what if the saved time doesn’t turn into free time, but more work? Instead of easing the load, the manager might just add new tasks to fill those extra hours.
He also feels that while he might get praised, it may not lead to anything significant, like a promotion or better role.
WHEN SMART WORK FEELS RISKY
This situation might sound familiar to many professionals. Being efficient is great, but only if it actually benefits you too. Otherwise, it can feel like you are just raising expectations for yourself and your team.
The post has sparked discussion because it captures a very real workplace dilemma.
With tools like AI and automation becoming more common, more employees are finding ways to work smarter. But the question remains, does working smarter always pay off?
In an era where technology can dramatically change how work is done, the real challenge may lie in how organisations respond, and whether they create an environment where innovation truly benefits both the company and its employees.
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SOURCE :- TIMES OF INDIA
