Remote work policies have become a necessity not just because of the current coronavirus crisis, but also for the ways they improve a company’s bottom line and efficiency. Yet despite remote work’s benefits, it leaves you and your company exposed to online scams and other cybersecurity threats. To defend your company and your remote workers, […]
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Unlock the potential of remote work with these tools
Businesses are still grappling with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and one way they’re dealing with the situation is by implementing remote work policies. The global health crisis is driving them to unlock the full potential of working remotely, allowing people to work through quarantines, as well as keep companies and even economies afloat. […]
Help your staff learn the gear they need for remote work
While being able to let your staff work from home is a distinct advantage, you still need to execute your remote strategy properly. A big part of this is the hardware your staff has at home. In addition to the primary items like computers and smartphones, these are the items your employees need to have. […]
Stay connected and productive with VoIP during the COVID-19 pandemic
If there’s one thing we have learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s that communication is key during a crisis or emergency. Poor communication can lead to misinformation, which can cause undue panic. Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephony offers organizations in all sectors with the perfect solution to keep their workforces, clients, and partners in […]
Pandemic pushes millions to the cloud
COVID-19 is now a global pandemic. Millions of people are affected as countries go on lockdown to halt the spread of the disease. Many employees are forced to work from home. That’s why there’s a sudden surge in demand for cloud-based services worldwide. Can the web infrastructure survive this pandemic, too? Even before the pandemic, […]
Business impacts of the coronavirus disease
Consumers and businesses are already dealing with the huge impact of COVID-19. As governments and private businesses continue to find ways to deal with the coronavirus pandemic, they turn to all available technology resources. In the long term, expect the following changes in the use of technology. Increased reliance on communications technology The need for […]
Stay productive despite COVID-19 with Microsoft Teams
More and more people are forced to work from home to avoid the COVID-19 pandemic. But Microsoft Teams is rising to meet the needs of affected companies. This powerful tool recently underwent several changes to make it easier for its users to effectively collaborate and communicate with each other. What is Microsoft Teams? Microsoft Teams […]
Making it Work when Working from Home
Working remotely can be invigorating from time to time, but there’s a reason why we don’t do it permanently.
If we’re forced to work remotely for a long period, how do we overcome isolation effects?
Working together in an office has a number of social benefits. You participate in office banter which can be fun, and enjoy your office culture. Colleagues can share problems with you, and you can share with them. Whether you mentor someone, or are a mentee, the ability to develop and learn together is strained when those casual interactions disappear.
Microsoft Teams Tips to Keep Your Team Together
People are already feeling strain with the rapidly changing face of Covid-19. Stress and tensions are naturally high and for many organizations this could be first time they have asked people to work remotely for extended periods. Re-creating your culture with your people working remotely is tricky. Remember, a lot of people chose to keep working for you because they consider their colleagues to be friends.
The risks of autocomplete passwords
Hackers may have found another way of tracking you via seemingly harmless autocomplete passwords. Here’s what you need to know. Why auto-fill passwords are so dangerous Certain web browsers have integrated features that enable usernames and passwords to be automatically entered into a web form. There are also password manager applications that have made it […]