Scientific research shows that multitasking reduces productivity because switching between tasks incurs time and error costs, especially with complex tasks. Open office layouts decrease face-to-face interactions and increase stress, undermining productivity rather than enhancing collaboration. Furthermore, group brainstorming is less effective than individual ideation, and virtual meetings add cognitive burdens that hinder creative idea generation.
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