# Sound Masking > Many offices are too quiet for their own good. That’s because there just isn’t enough white noise — or ambient sound — to mask conversation and typical workplace sounds. Sound masking helps employee concentration and focus, and improves privacy for personal conversations. Tired of distractions? Here’s your solution. - **URL:** https://www.yournbs.com/what-we-do/speech-privacy/ - **Author:** NBS Marketing - **Published:** 2014-04-22 - **Modified:** 2023-10-12 --- [Audiovisual](https://www.yournbs.com/what-we-do/audiovisual/) - [Meeting Spaces](https://www.yournbs.com/what-we-do/meeting-conference-rooms/) - [Collaborative & Interactive Tools](https://www.yournbs.com/what-we-do/interactive-tools/) - [Digital Signage](https://www.yournbs.com/what-we-do/digital-signage/) - [Sound Masking](https://www.yournbs.com/what-we-do/speech-privacy/) - [Wayfinding & Room Scheduling](https://www.yournbs.com/what-we-do/wayfinding-room-scheduling/) - [Audiovisual Services](https://www.yournbs.com/what-we-do/audiovisual-services/) # Sound Masking Sound masking is an important technology tool that can help eliminate distractions and noise in the workplace, allowing people to be more productive and focused. Sound masking works by emitting a low-level, “white noise” background sound that minimizes unwanted noise, enabling people to concentrate on their work, while avoiding the frustrations of being disturbed by surrounding conversations. Our team can skillfully integrate these systems into your space in order to create a more efficient work environment. We can implement sound masking across an entire building or can target specific zones where noise is most distracting to your team. --- _Source: [NBS Commercial Interiors](https://www.yournbs.com)_ _Generated: 2026-08-16 12:06:12_