Technical debt (aka “tech debt”) is a silent killer in the enterprise — draining budgets, slowing productivity, and ultimately impacting profitability. It’s the hidden costs and challenges that arise from making short-term development decisions that sacrifice long-term code quality and maintainability.
Inclusive leaders play a crucial role in creating a positive, productive work environment for a diverse workforce. But what does it mean to be an inclusive leader, and why is it so important?
We are always asked about engaging leadership: How do you get your executive and leadership team invested and involved in your intranet? We want to share a few tips and a worksheet you can challenge your executive team to complete.
This article was originally published on Oct. 11, 2021, and was updated on Oct. 6, 2023. A key component in thriving organizations is strong communication between all levels of employees. When a team is on the same page, clear about their objectives and mission, and regularly informed about company changes, they will reach their goals faster and with fewer obstacles. This is why having the right internal communications manager is essential for large and growing organizations.
Trust. It’s a word thrown around a lot. But how can you actually build trust in the workplace? The reality is that trust takes time to build and can easily be shattered. So what can you do? It’s all about your leaders.
Total cost of ownership (TCO) is a pivotal metric in evaluating the value of your intranet — and the direct and indirect costs of a stale intranet hurt more than your organization’s bottom line.
This article was originally published on April 13, 2020, and was updated on Sept. 29, 2023. Virtual team bonding activities like fun icebreaker questions are a great way to knock down virtual walls and help teams get to know each other.
Technological advancements have revolutionized how organizations operate. However, with increased reliance on technology comes the risk of over-dependence on IT departments. Let’s explore the detrimental effects of such over-dependence and how IT pros can empower other teams by leveraging the right intranet solution.
Successful businesses are often more than the sum of their parts. Now, what if those parts, each individual cog, worked seamlessly together? Imagine ideas and knowledge flowing effortlessly from one employee to another. That’s what collaboration in the workplace can do.
Internal communications transcend the boundaries of emails and newsletters. Internal communicators become strategic allies when grounded with a solid foundation and guided principles — a communications charter.
