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Focus Zone

Distractions in the workplace can significantly impact productivity, focus, and overall well-being. Understanding these common disruptions and their effects can help organizations create more focused and productive environments.

Noise

Constant noise is the top workplace distraction, with 70% of employees reporting it disrupts their focus. This often results in productivity losses of up to 66%.

Air Quality

Poor air quality can lower cognitive performance by as much as 50%, leading to fatigue and increased absenteeism when CO2 levels rise.

 

Interruptions

Employees are interrupted about every 11 minutes, and it takes 23 minutes to get back on track. These disruptions break concentration and slow down productivity.

Temperature

Uncomfortable temperatures make it hard to focus, with a 4% drop in performance for each degree over 25°C. It’s a big factor in workplace discomfort.​​

Visual Distractions

Open offices bring more visual distractions, reducing productivity by 15%. Constant movement in the background makes it tough to stay on task

Digital Distractions

Personal emails and social media add up, with employees spending an average of 2.5 hours on non-work activities daily. This leads to a 40% drop in overall productivity

Among the top distractions, poor air quality is a critical concern.
The chart below shows how rising CO2 levels can impact health and
focus, underscoring the need for a well-ventilated workspace.
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Modern Workspace
Image by Shahadat Rahman
All statistics and insights presented on this page are supported by leading studies and research from sources including Oxford Economics, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the Journal of Environmental Psychology, and the McKinsey Global Institute.
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