Productivity

Fix Bad IT and Stop High Performer Turnover

Fix Bad IT and Stop High Performer Turnover

Your most productive employees—the ones who consistently meet their goals and maintain the highest standards—are often the first to leave when a workplace fails to address recurring technical issues. You might not notice the shift immediately because these individuals typically continue to perform their duties without causing visible disruption. (more…)

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Has Microsoft Entered the Copilot Feature Factory Era?

Has Microsoft Entered the Copilot Feature Factory Era?

Microsoft ignited the generative AI gold rush with its massive investment in OpenAI, but a growing internal rift suggests the tech giant might be tripping over its own feet. While the public sees a polished AI companion, the view from inside Redmond is significantly more chaotic. (more…)

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Cut Software Redundancy, Boost Team Productivity

Cut Software Redundancy, Boost Team Productivity

Let me ask you something: Do you think all the different tools, programs, and applications whose icons litter your business' desktops help drive your business forward? Or, is there a possibility that they are actually undercutting your team’s productivity? The trouble with all these inclusive platforms is that they include more than you might realize… and as such, you’re likely...

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Tip of the Week: Become a Deletion Fiend with These Keyboard Shortcuts

Tip of the Week: Become a Deletion Fiend with These Keyboard Shortcuts

Typically, when we make a mistake in a word processor, we just hold down the Backspace key until you get rid of the error, but when you consider all the times you have to hold down the key for longer than five seconds, that time adds up. To bypass this inefficiency entirely, you can use a little tool called “Fast...

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Your Workplace Setup Can Be a Tool in Itself

Your Workplace Setup Can Be a Tool in Itself

Your desk can either help you get stuff done or totally drain your motivation. If your desk is messy, uncomfortable, or just boring, you might find yourself checking your phone every five minutes or suddenly deciding it’s time to reorganize your sock drawer. With a few simple changes, however, your desk can become your productivity power zone. Let’s break down...

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How Even Your Firewall Can Be a Growth Engine for Your Business

How Even Your Firewall Can Be a Growth Engine for Your Business

Firewalls used to be simple defensive tools that consisted of antivirus, web filtering, and intrusion protection, but they are far more complex (and far more powerful) these days. In fact, they can serve an entirely different purpose in addition to network security. You can transform a well-configured firewall into a growth lever to harness the vast amounts of data they...

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Tips for Navigating Video Meetings

Tips for Navigating Video Meetings

Video calls have become the norm, whether you’re working remotely, catching up with friends, or trying to explain to your grandma how to unmute herself. To be honest, some video meetings feel like an endurance test. Bad lighting, poor audio, and distracting backgrounds can make them unbearable. Do you want to level up your video conferencing game? Here are five...

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You Need to Have a Plan and a Purpose for Your Tech Investments

You Need to Have a Plan and a Purpose for Your Tech Investments

A lot of businesses feel the pressure to jump on the latest and greatest tech out there. On the surface, that sounds like a smart move, who wouldn’t want cutting-edge tools? Just because something is new and shiny doesn’t mean it’s the right fit for your business, however. So, let’s take a step back and talk about how you can...

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Standardization Beats Unpredictability Every Time (Here’s Why)

Standardization Beats Unpredictability Every Time (Here’s Why)

If there’s one thing that’s true for any business, it’s this: variety is the enemy of stability. This is especially true in the world of technology, where complexity creates more problems for networks than it solves. If your aim for your operations is consistency, then it starts with a process called standardization. (more…)

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The 3 Most Important Responsibilities of Your Help Desk

The 3 Most Important Responsibilities of Your Help Desk

How would you describe the ideal help desk solution? Most businesses and IT decision makers view it as an emergency button, a place where you go when you need help NOW. You might judge its value based on how often it’s utilized, and when it’s not used by your team, the help desk bill might not even feel worth it....

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