The Problem of Email Overload
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The amount of email people have to deal with is overwhelming. People tend to work extra hours in order to keep up with their email, and some are even getting ill because of all the stress this overload generates. This paper describes the causes and symptoms of email overload, the strategies people use to deal with it and possible solutions towards the problem. These are given with the help of a case study at a biotechnological company.
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