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Across government institutions, artificial intelligence (AI) adoption is being evaluated as a strategic response to persistent productivity challenges. Data from The Productivity Group indicates that public sector efficiency metrics have remained static for approximately two and a half decades, diverging significantly from private sector performance trends. Government agencies view AI implementation as a potentially critical intervention to reverse productivity stagnation.

While gains on AI investments may take time, there are simple ways to better support employees and boost productivity immediately—starting with personal workspaces. As an added bonus, some of these investments can also serve as a catalyst for further AI adoption by highlighting the benefits of AI employees are already using. Here’s how:

1. Tune out distractions with AI-powered headsets

Office environments of all shapes and sizes can be full of distractions. In fact, in a survey conducted by Insightful, 71% of respondents listed their coworkers as the main reason they lose track of thought and can’t focus on work. Other common distractions include email and phone notifications. Adding to the challenge, research has also shown that workers globally spend hundreds of hours per year trying to regain focus after it’s lost.

To keep people on track and engaged, it’s important to eliminate as many distractions as possible. The easy fix? A headset. While it may seem like an obvious solution, not all headsets are built the same. For daily and mission-critical communications, Logitech’s lightweight headsets offer crisp, clear audio, eliminate background noises, and help you stay productive and comfortable. Look for smart “focus-friendly” features such as:

  • Advanced call clarity with AI-powered active noise cancellation (ANC) and noise cancelling microphones for clear voice transmission in noisy environments.

  • Voice equalization, ensuring all voices are broadcast at similar levels.

  • (If wireless) A long wireless range and extended battery life, enabling users to move freely without having to worry about recharging.

  • Built-in compatibility with major collaboration platforms and productivity tools such as Microsoft, Zoom, and Google. For example, a headset certified for Microsoft Teams over native Bluetooth® (NBT) can directly connect to a device (like a PC or phone) via Bluetooth without needing a dongle or adapter.

  • Support features like mute sync and call controls over native Bluetooth allow for seamless interaction.

  • Remote IT management tools for firmware updates to ensure smooth and secure connection (and less IT tickets).

2. Enhance collaboration with business-grade webcams

For many public employees, back-to-back video calls are a way of life, but blips in quality and unnatural angles can take away from the experience. According to Appspace, 82% of respondents in a recent survey expressed challenges in connecting and collaborating with colleagues. Across government agencies, a strong video presence can help strengthen communication and build trust—whether in internal meetings or public service delivery.

Leveraging AI-powered features, a business-grade webcam can melt away virtual barriers and increase presence. Features to keep in mind include high video quality, AI-powered auto light correction for clarity and natural colors, and a noise-reducing mic. For extra showpower, some webcams also include a tilt function to share notes on a desk and auto-framing to ensure the speaker remains in the center of the frame when they move or gesture during calls. And when TAA compliance is a requirement, Logitech’s Brio 505 and C920e are easy to deploy, compliant options. With the right webcam people will feel seen and heard, promoting collaboration and connection, and enabling teams to do their best work together, even if in different spaces.

A man and woman sit at their desks in front of their Logitech Brio 505 webcam.

Two government call center agents sit at their desks using their Logitech Brio 505 webcams.

3. Improve comfort with an ergonomic setup

Like most professionals, government employees spend between a quarter and a third of their waking lives at work. That’s a big chunk of time for employees. And for agencies, it’s a big opportunity. An ergonomic setup can support comfort and prevent costly health injuries.

According to the World Health Organization, low back pain is the single leading cause of disability in 160 countries. Workers often face back pain, eye strain, and other repetitive strain injuries that cost governments millions annually in lost productivity and healthcare expenses.

Ergonomic workstations don’t end at a desk and chair. It’s the details that count. Agencies can also boost employee wellness with simple add-ons like an ergonomic mouse, keyboard, and eye-level camera.

A woman uses her ergonomic work desk solutions as her left hand sits atop her Lift for Business mouse and her right hand rests on her Wave Keys for Business keyboard.

A public servant uses her ergonomic work desk solutions as her left hand sits atop her Lift for Business mouse and her right hand rests on her Wave Keys for Business keyboard.

Create high-impact work environments that drive productivity

Workspace design directly impacts employees’ ability to work and their overall wellbeing. Poor lighting, drab aesthetics, or lack of flexibility can drive stress and hinder productivity. According to Business.com, better workspace design reduces stress and improves sleep, leading to higher productivity.

When possible, government agencies can energize work environments with simple upgrades such as pops of color, natural light sources, or even modular furniture systems. These additions promote wellness, creativity, and focus, fostering a high-performance work environment.

It’s also important to look for ways to reduce waste and extend the life of products, components, and materials. According to the UN, e-waste is growing at five times the rate that it can be recycled. Using products longer can get a greater return from your investment in personal workspaces and meeting room devices—while reducing impact on the environment.

Two men collaborate at a desk in a well-lit space.

Two government workers collaborate at a desk in a well-lit space.

5. Simplify setup and ease of use

Technology complexity is a growing challenge for employees and IT professionals alike. Harvey Nash reports that 86% of IT workers say their workloads have increased, while CIO.com notes that over half of CIOs feel resource shortages are repeatedly pulling their attention away from strategic goals. 

To combat these issues, government agencies should prioritize trusted solutions that are easy to integrate, set up, and use. Uniform compatibility across platforms, intuitive controls, and remote device management tools ensure smoother adoption and reduce troubleshooting demands on IT teams.

Wired solutions that are purpose built for workspaces where uninterrupted connectivity is crucial can also be key in helping government agencies boost productivity while reducing help desk calls and minimizing IT support. With a full-size keyboard offering quiet, fluid typing, and an ambidextrous mouse that helps reduce click noise, solutions like the Signature Slim Wired Combo MK620/MK625 are easy to deploy and ideal for secure and shared workspaces. Functioning seamlessly across multiple OS platforms, the wired combo provides reliability for daily agency operations. The multi-OS toggle also allows IT staff to easily switch between Windows, macOS, or ChromeOS. Employees can change the operating system platform with a simple switch, helping to reduce support requests and improve individual employee productivity.

A woman types away on her Signature Slim Wired K620 for Business keyboard.

A government employee uses her Signature Slim Wired MK625 for Business mouse and keyboard.

6. Encourage further adoption of AI by highlighting the benefits of tools employees are already using

While AI tools continue to grow, adoption often lags behind. According to a recent Gallup poll, only 6% of employees feel very comfortable using AI in their roles and a third of employees (32%) say they are very uncomfortable using AI in their roles. 

Pointing to ways employees are already using and benefitting from agency-approved AI tools, whether it’s improving call quality or automating note taking, can help them feel more comfortable in further experimentation.

Ultimately, improving personal workspaces is a great way to boost productivity now while laying the foundation for greater AI adoption tomorrow. 

An overhead view shows how the Brio 305 webcam captures voices clearly by suppressing background noises.

An overhead view shows how the Brio 305 webcam captures voices clearly by suppressing background noises.

The Perfect Personal Productivity Package

Extending thoughtful IT purchasing decisions to personal workspaces isn’t just beneficial; it’s essential. Prioritizing workplace comfort, collaboration, and simplicity across all spaces helps enable agencies to deliver measurable improvements in performance and efficiency while also fostering stronger employee satisfaction and retention.

As part of a comprehensive, integrated ecosystem of hardware and software available from a single vendor, Logitech team and personal workspace solutions enable consistent, elevated experiences to all employees. That means a more productive government workforce, fewer support tickets, and improved mission results. Put simply, they’re a dream for government IT teams.

It’s the reason 71% of the Global 500 Index trusts Logitech and why one in three meeting rooms and desks use Logitech solutions. It also helped Logitech capture the No. 1 spot in video conferencing and personal workspace in the enterprise, according to data from Synergy Research Group. 

Rooted in exceptional design, Logitech solutions empower governments to boost productivity, streamline workflows, and modernize collaboration securely and compliantly to better serve citizens. Explore the full portfolio of Logitech personal workspace solutions and Logitech TAA-compliant products here.

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