Teams | Collaboration | Customer Service | Project Management

Another month, another round of updates that will help you and your team work faster and smarter in Miro. And in this update, you will notice a big focus on innovation. Staying ahead, or even sometimes afloat, of your daily tasks and strategic work can take a lot of effort, causing that much needed innovation and collaboration to fall victim to a tiresome and complicated workflow. This is where our latest round of updates come into play!

Recognition in the workplace drives team efficiency and shapes company culture. Employees who feel valued engage more deeply with their work, leading to higher productivity and satisfaction. Think about your own experiences. A simple "thank you" can turn a tough day around, right? A company that values recognition not only boosts morale but also builds strong relationships within the team.

Today, it’s more important than ever for companies to be able to share internal and customer data with key stakeholders. At the same time, they need to protect that data from malicious actors in order to prevent costly and reputation-damaging leaks. To strike that balance of connectivity, reliability, and security, many companies now use cloud-based databases in place of on-premise technology.

Companies and company leaders often stress the importance of employee loyalty. However, are they doing enough to keep those employees within their ranks? According to WeWorkRemotely, 76% of workers choose to work for companies that provide additional training or skills improvement. Moreover, 70% of employees stated that they would leave their company for a position within an organization that invests in employee development. Have you noticed a rise in employee attrition?

Winning the talent game starts with meaningful employee recognition. In the face of a global talent shortage, consistently showing genuine appreciation for your people is a game-changer. The right technology can help.

Employee recognition isn’t just a nice-to-have — it’s a critical driver of employee well-being, motivation and performance. We’re thrilled to announce the launch of the first unified Recognition and Rewards solution directly within our #1 employee experience management (EXM) platform.

In the increasingly complex landscape of work, employees need to be able to connect with each other and access the information and tools they need to do their best work without friction. Technology is the missing link. An outstanding workplace technology experience unlocks a truly exceptional overall experience for employees — no matter how or where they work. That is the crux of our research for the State of the Intranet and Future of Employee Technology report.

August was an incredible month for Miroverse! We published over 160 new templates, each offering fresh, innovative solutions for the community.

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