- ISACA report claims that 73% of IT workers have felt burnt out or stressed
- Isaca requires more support, especially for less experienced workers
- There is still a significant potential for campaigns and wage increases
IT workers across Europe are fighting for increased stress as a result of underfunding, heavy workloads and lack of mentorship, new research from Isaca has claimed.
About three-quarters (73%) of IT professionals have experienced work-related stress or burnout, according to the report, which highlights the negative consequences for talent storage and career prospects.
However, solving these problems requires a much broader solution because both internal and external factors have led to the current state, says Isaca.
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Three out of five (61%) say a heavy workload has contributed to their stressful state, with tight deadlines (44%) and a lack of resources (43%) that also proves problematic. Poor well -being workplace is also said to come from difficult or non -support leadership, but external considerations such as the ongoing global skills also affect IT workers.
Despite the negative emotions, the IT sector has its advantages. For example, almost half (47%) choose to stay in their current job because they find it interesting, and more than two out of three (68%) have had a pay rise or promotion within the last two years.
In addition, in four (74%), their business has paid for certifications as part of their career development, where 90% have participated in the certification of careers and opportunities.
“With talented employees in such a great demand, it is in the best interests of companies and simply the right thing to do to ensure that the technical workforce feels supported, motivated and invested in,” noted Isaca Chief Global Strategy Officer Chris Dimitriadis.
But there is more that companies could do to show their appreciation of staff, including giving mentors to the younger sector – only 15% of European IT professionals have any mentor, despite three out of four (76%) who recognize the importance of good mentors or role models.
Dimitriadis added: “A balanced, well -supported workforce is the key to maintaining industry growth and innovation.”
