Developer productivity is frequently undermined by tool failures and workflow disruptions, with a survey by Lokalise revealing that developers lose an average of three hours per week to these issues, translating to nearly 20 workdays annually. Such disruptions often force developers to perform tasks outside their core responsibilities, including acting as unofficial IT support for their teams, which affects their focus and productivity. The study highlighted that a significant percentage of developers miss deadlines due to technical issues and often resort to temporary workarounds, AI tools, or online searches for solutions, with Washington, Vermont, and Massachusetts ranking highest in developer troubleshooting searches. The findings underscore the importance of addressing these inefficiencies at an organizational level to prevent productivity losses and enable teams to concentrate on innovation. Recommendations for alleviating these problems include investing in reliable infrastructure, improving documentation, and ensuring robust support systems, which can significantly reduce the hidden costs associated with technical disruptions.