Conducted for a second year, Cornerstone’s “The State of Workplace Productivity Report” examines how the ways people work, where they work and the tools they use for work impact their abilities to be productive and successful in their roles. This year’s findings indicate that the tools and management styles of today are not enabling employees to be the workforce of tomorrow. However, the results also point to potential solutions – such as flexible work schedules, the right work environment and wearable technology – that may hold promise for those trying to combat the most exasperating productivity killers in their work lives. The survey was conducted by Kelton, a leading global insights firm, between August 21 and September 8, 2014 among 2,009 Americans ages 18 and over who are employed full time, using an email invitation and an online survey.

1. Cornerstone OnDemand’s The State of Workplace Productivity Report was conducted
by Kelton, a leading global insights firm, during September 2014 among 2,009
employed Americans ages 18 and over, using an email invitation and an online survey.
For more information, visit www.csod.com/SOWP14
WORKSPACE MATTERS
37%of U.S. employees
say the most productive
work environment is an
enclosed office
65% of employees believe
a flexible and remote work
schedule increases productivity
Behind Closed Doors
When it comes to workplace
distractions, 43% of employees
say that impromptu visits by
coworkers are the biggest
productivity killer
Only 19%say an open
desk layout is the most
productive workspace
Out In the
Open
Breaking Away
Don’t Bother Me
22%
MILLENNIALS
17%
OLDER
GENERATIONS
Millennials are more likely to say an open desk layout
promotes productivity
While nearly half think their employer would
trust them to be productive, less than 1 in 5
employees are allowed to work remotely
65%agree that
in-person meetings can be
completely replaced with
the right technology