Half of Workers Stay Connected During Christmas Vacation, Survey Finds

A survey reveals generational differences in holiday work habits, with younger employees more likely to disconnect completely.

A Bitkom survey shows that 50% of employees on holiday during Christmas and New Year remain reachable for work-related matters.
Most workers prefer written communication, with 48% using messaging apps and 45% relying on email to stay in touch.
The 30-49 age group is the most likely to stay connected, with 58% reachable, compared to just 33% of 16-29-year-olds.
Work-related availability during the holidays has decreased since 2019, when 71% reported being reachable, reflecting a shift since the pandemic.
Only 15% of respondents are open to video calls during their holiday, highlighting a preference for less intrusive communication methods.