Open-plan offices support collaboration and flexibility, but they often suffer from one ongoing issue: noise. When too many people share the same space without acoustic control, distractions rise and focus drops. Acoustic desk dividers address this problem directly—without building walls or changing the layout. The main problem with open-plan offices In an open office, sound travels freely. Conversations, phone calls and keyboard noise move across desks with very little resistance....

Modern offices are designed to bring people together. Open layouts, shared desks, glass walls and hard surfaces look clean and contemporary. The downside is they can create some of the noisiest working environments we’ve seen. If your office feels busy, distracting or tiring, noise is usually the reason. Why offices today are louder than ever Most office noise problems come down to design choices, not people. Open - plan layouts...

Open offices were designed to encourage collaboration, but they often come with a trade-off: noise. Conversations, phone calls, and general movement can quickly build into constant background sound, making it difficult to focus or work comfortably. Acoustic desk panels provide a simple and effective way to manage this problem without redesigning the entire office. Reducing Noise at the Source Unlike wall or ceiling treatments that address sound after it spreads,...

Open-plan offices encourage teamwork and flexibility, but they often struggle with excessive noise. Conversations, phone calls, and background activity can create distractions that reduce productivity. The solution lies in choosing the right acoustic products to manage sound and improve comfort. Here are some of the top-performing options for open-plan workspaces. Acoustic Slide Screens Acoustic slide screens are designed as desk divider panels that slide easily onto workstations. They reduce echo,...

In today’s open-plan offices and shared workspaces, noise and physical distractions are among the most significant barriers to productivity. Acoustic screens offer a simple yet effective way to improve focus, reduce unwanted sound, and provide a sense of privacy without isolating staff. At Its Now Time Acoustics, we offer a wide range of acoustic Office Desk screens designed for modern work environments. Below, we explore five powerful ways they can...