On the other side, an adequate use of social networks can be beneficial for companies, specially in the marketing department.

Osvaldo Madriz Ramírez, from BDS Asesores, analyzes the subject and lists which legal alternatives companies have for regulating their employees' internet access in work hours, and how they can enforce it.

Source: BDS Asesores

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