Open-plan offices increase workplace bullying risk, research shows

Published: March 20, 2026

Facto Magazine

Employees in traditional open-plan offices face significantly higher bullying exposure than colleagues in cell offices or activity-based environments. The finding has direct implications for workplace design strategy.

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