Question

How does communication change as a result of acronyms in a workplace? Describe the benefits of efficiency versus the confusion that can be created when using location-specific jargon.

Answer 1

Acronyms are the short form or abbreviated form that are commonly used. But, its uses in communication at workplace can create confusion and its effectiveness decreases, because one acronym can have more than one full firm. So, people belong to different cultural, educational and social background in the workplace, will interpret it differently. So, one communication will be treated and understood by the different individuals in different ways.

When local specific jargons are used then it works well with those who are local and can better interpret the intensity and meaning of the communication. It improves the effectiveness and efficiency of the communication and it achieves to bring people at one level. Further, it motivates people as well to achieve the goals awarded to them.  though, it creates confusion to those who don't belong to the local area and think differently. Hence, there is a trade-off between the benefits of efficiency and effectiveness V/S the confusion due to the local jargons. for this reason, different types of communication at different level and number of people addressed in communication, should be taken care off before the local jargons are used.