http://cs.bloodhorse.com/blogs/industry-voices/archive/2010/05/26/when-technology-interferes-with-productivity.aspxIndividuals doing business in the racing industry have found that mobile communications devices are simultaneously a boon and a burden.enCommunityServer 2007.1 (Build: 20917.1142)http://cs.bloodhorse.com/blogs/industry-voices/archive/2010/05/26/when-technology-interferes-with-productivity.aspx#115379Sat, 29 May 2010 18:34:47 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:115379Convene<p>Not mentioned are the physiological/emotional effects of being constantly, &quot;on.&quot; We, as living creatures, also need some down time. Living continually under the actual or potential need to be alert and prepared for action is one of the major causes of stress (and hence stress-related disorders) - and we already know the damage stress causes to the human mind and body. From heart attacks and ulcers to addictions of various kinds and depression/suicide, constant stress kills people - and dead people aren&#39;t very productive! Being available for bona fide emergencies is fine and probably a good thing, but not everything is an emergency. In most situations, instant gratification of every wish or curiosity is not necessary or good.</p> <img src="http://cs.bloodhorse.com/aggbug.aspx?PostID=115379" width="1" height="1">http://cs.bloodhorse.com/blogs/industry-voices/archive/2010/05/26/when-technology-interferes-with-productivity.aspx#115259Fri, 28 May 2010 19:56:10 GMTb1464f20-99eb-45e5-b651-41da03ecff36:115259FSF<p>Undoubtedly true. But, Bloodhorse, you are the site that I sneak in a few times a day when I need a mental break from my dissertation analysis! I think it makes me more productive in the long run. Maybe that&#39;s wishful thinking.</p> <img src="http://cs.bloodhorse.com/aggbug.aspx?PostID=115259" width="1" height="1">