From what I’ve noticed, those indicators help more with expectations than with rules. In our office, we tried something similar after too many “quick” interruptions. The 360° visibility mattered because you could see the status from anywhere, not just straight on. Remote teammates also appreciated it since the colors matched calendar and call states. If you want a clear example, you can check out the Luxafor Orb to see how that idea is implemented. In daily work, it reduced tapping on shoulders and unnecessary pings. People waited a bit longer or left notes instead. What surprised me was how fast it became normal. Nobody explained it much, yet everyone adapted. It didn’t stop collaboration, it just made timing feel more respectful across different work modes.
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