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Indecent Exposure: The Downsides of Working in a Glass Office.

Authors :
Shellenbarger, Sue
Source :
Wall Street Journal - Eastern Edition. 1/4/2012, Vol. 259 Issue 2, pD1-D2. 2p. 3 Color Photographs.
Publication Year :
2012

Abstract

The article presents a profile of workplace environments throughout large businesses in the United States as of 2012, discussing the benefits and shortcomings of the popular "open planning" style of office design. Details are given noting the popular use of glass walls for cubicles and conference rooms. Complaints by employees regarding a perceived lack of privacy is contrasted with the typically cited benefits such as ease of collaboration and exposure to sunlight.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00999660
Volume :
259
Issue :
2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Wall Street Journal - Eastern Edition
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
70096293