In today's busy and ever-changing business world, teams must work well together to succeed. Being connected is critical to successful teamwork as we rely more on technology and work from different places. This connection helps teams overcome distance, time differences, and departmental divides, making it possible for them to talk, share ideas, and work together in ways that were not possible before.

Every HR department can relate to juggling emails, chasing down updates, and trying to keep track of a million things– all at once. One thing that can save the day is nothing other than internal communication apps. Good internal communication is the best way to keep the HR team (including employees!) informed, engaged, and aligned with company goals. These HR comms apps make it easy to manage everything from employee feedback to team announcements without all the back-and-forth that slows you down.

Search Engine Optimisation is not just a luxury but a necessity. But how much should you spend on it? Creating a well-thought-out SEO budget can be a bit of a puzzle. There are countless factors to consider, from your business goals to the competitive landscape to the resources you have at your disposal. If you’re unsure where to start or how to allocate funds to maximize your return on investment (ROI), you’re not alone. Many businesses struggle with this.

Element is delighted to be joining the launch of openDesk at Smart Country Convention in Berlin, 15-17 October. For those that don’t know already, openDesk is an Office & Collaboration Suite for public administration. The development of openDesk is led by the Centre for Digital Sovereignty in Public Administration (ZenDiS), a limited company created by Germany’s Federal Ministry of the Interior (BMI). Element was selected by ZenDiS as the real time communications component within openDesk.

Here’s the truth: hardly any ‘chat apps’ are left on the market. Today’s corporate messengers are not just about communication anymore. As business needs have evolved, group chat apps have become powerful collaboration tools. The chatting apps now mix team chats, audio/video calls, file sharing, and integrations with third-party apps, making them complete ‘work hubs’ designed to satisfy all business needs.

Effective communication is the key to a positive and healthy work environment. With a well-connected, happy, and motivated team, goals are easily achieved and projects move forward with less friction. Yet many modern workplaces still struggle with poor communication. Misunderstandings, unclear requirements, and confusion about tasks are common in teams that lack harmony and proper ways of communication. All of this harms employee performance.

Coffee could be killing your productivity. As former Googlers say, relying on your morning cup of Joe will likely worsen your work rate. But there’s also one thing that can boost your output, not undermine it. I’m talking about the best apps for productivity. These tools save us time, effort, and money—even if we indulge ourselves in a cup of coffee occasionally. So, let’s talk about business productivity apps. At Chanty, we are keen on exploring digital tools.

‍ According to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), countries with higher levels of citizen engagement tend to have more effective and responsive governments. This highlights the critical role engaged citizens play in enhancing governance. However, challenges like lack of awareness, communication barriers, and limited accessibility often restrain civic participation.

This summer, 17 contributors completed the Google Summer of Code(GSoC) program with the Zulip development community. This was the 9th consecutive year that Zulip participated in GSoC; over 120 contributors have now completed one of our formal internship programs, primarily through Google Summer of Code and Outreachy. Our welcoming community is fully committed to helping bring up the next generation of open-source contributors from a wide range of backgrounds.

When you're polishing your CV for remote job opportunities, emphasizing the right skills can really make you stand out. It's not just about listing them and leaving the rest to a fancy CV maker; you need to show that you can excel in a virtual setting. Have you thought about how your self-motivation and adaptability appear to potential employers? And what about your tech skills—are you effectively demonstrating your ability to tackle problems on your own?