Observational Study Log
OBSERVATIONAL STUDY LOG
Date and Time: September 10, 2054, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Observer’s Name: Dr. Jane Smith
Study Title/Topic: Impact of Ambient Noise on Open Office Productivity
Location: XYZ Corporate Office, 5th Floor, Open Workspace
Subjects/Participants:
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Employee A: 30-year-old male, Marketing Specialist
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Employee B: 28-year-old female, Graphic Designer
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Employee C: 35-year-old male, Sales Manager
Observation Details:
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Employee A: Spent the first 30 minutes on email correspondence. Showed signs of frustration after 45 minutes when the noise level increased. Took a 10-minute break and resumed work, appearing more focused.
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Employee B: Initially working on design tasks. Engaged in frequent conversations with colleagues. Productivity appeared inconsistent; periods of high focus followed by distractions.
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Employee C: Conducted a virtual meeting during the observation period. Displayed signs of stress when background noise from nearby conversations became disruptive.
Notes:
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Ambient noise levels were higher during the mid-morning hours due to a company-wide team meeting in the adjacent conference room.
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Employees A and C showed lower productivity as noise levels increased, while Employee B's productivity varied more likely due to social factors.
Duration: 2 hours
Conditions:
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Ambient noise level fluctuated between 50 and 70 dB due to ongoing office activities.
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Temperature: 22°C
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Lighting: Natural light with overhead fluorescent lights
