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Yes, the Open Office Is Terrible — But It Doesn’t Have to Be

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Analyzing the Impact of Open Office Spaces on Employee Communication

This chapter explores a study on two Fortune 500 companies that shifted from cubicles to open office layouts, focusing on changes in employee communication. It raises important questions about the future of open offices in light of negative findings and incorporates a discussion on workplace noise and distraction.

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