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Reasons Why Glass Office Partitions Are Better Than High-Walled Cubicles and Open Spaces

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Research has had contradictory results when trying to determine whether an open office design or one with high-walled cubicles is better. Both have advantages and disadvantages for individual workers and for the employees as a group. However, business owners and managers are increasingly choosing glass office wall partitions instead of solid cubicle walls or an entirely open office. They still may include those other two features in various departments, but they like the advantages offered by clear partitions. Privacy Without Isolation The main advantage is the ability of these walls to provide privacy while also keeping employees visible to one another. A sense of teamwork is fostered and employees stay more motivated as they see their co-workers busy being productive. They don't feel isolated. However, the office is quieter than a fully open space. This is beneficial when workers must concentrate on challenging tasks or when they must have conversations with customers, clie