Events like Black Friday can really affect the IT team's mental health

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54 per cent of IT and BPO staff suffer from depression, anxiety and insomnia caused by their work

Black Friday was a landmark event this year for retailers, particularly online and e-commerce companies. However, there can be a hidden risk to the mental health of IT and customer service teams. C...

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