A much more significant issue is how the layout of your entire office affects the way in which employees interact with one another. That issue will be discussed in the next Leadership Update. I have worked in wide range of different countries, companies and cultures for over 25 years. That the article is correct. Yes, we can always find examples to support any case.
Many people DO work effectively in casual dress.
Just like flextime, I believe that it works very well for a small minority and poorly for the majority. I have absolutely no doubt that smart dress and tidy workplaces correlate strongly with a more professional approach. Copyright 2001 by Dr. David A. Weiman. All rights reserved.