Teams | Collaboration | Customer Service | Project Management

Moving from Azure to AWS: What You Really Need to Know

Switching from Microsoft Azure to Amazon Web Services is a significant move that requires careful planning and consideration. There's much more involved than simply transferring workloads from one cloud provider to another. Let's walk through the key things to consider when making this transition.

MAS migration unleashes Element X on Matrix.org

On Monday, Matrix.org (a free Matrix public server) started running Matrix Authentication Service (MAS), the next generation authentication system based on OAuth 2.0/OpenID Connect. This is a major leap forward for Element as it means that Element X users on Matrix.org can now finally benefit from all the security and usability benefits of next gen auth, paving the way for QR-code login, 2FA, MFA and more!

How to Choose the Right Absence Management Software for Your Business?

To summarize the importance of such tools, absence management software solutions streamline absence and leave management and tracking for organizations and businesses worldwide. With that being said, I can assure you that regardless of the size and industry of your business, you need this tool. Did you know that unplanned leaves or excessive absenteeism can cost you around $3000/employee/year? That’s way more than adjustable.

What is a Mouse Jiggler? [Type, How It Works, & Legal Facts]

Key Summary As more companies use computer monitoring software to track work activity, many remote workers have started using mouse jigglers to appear active. But what is a mouse jiggler, and how does it help? A mouse jiggler is a small device or software that moves your mouse automatically. It helps you stay “active” on these tracking systems, even if you’re not at your desk for a moment. It may seem harmless, but it often raises an ethical question.

Employee Social Media Monitoring: Legality, Ethics, and Best Practices!

Considering social media monitoring for your employees? Not so sure where and how to start? I understand it must be difficult to ensure effective monitoring without infringing on privacy. But with a clear understanding of it, you can get both with little effort.

Onboard Like a Pro: The 30-60-90 Day Plan Explained (+Free Templates)

The first days at a new job are exciting but also critical. It’s beneficial for both new hires and the company to follow a 30-60-90 day plan. New hires need time to decide if the role is the right fit, while the company must assess their performance and provide a structured onboarding experience. A 30-60-90 day plan helps accelerate the transition from new hire to productive team member while identifying potential challenges early on.

10 powerful project planning tools for more effective workflows

No matter which methodology project managers subscribe to, I've found we need to organize and execute tasks proactively and efficiently. In my experience, you don’t just wake up one day with all facets of a project ready to roll. It takes planning, planning, and more planning. As I've managed increasingly complex projects, I've seen how project management tools make a manager’s job easier and more productive, and a project’s planning stage gets a major boost from project planning tools.

Task automation: Types of tasks that can be automated and how to automate them

There are little things we do at work every day, over and over. While it may only take a couple of seconds each time, if you repeat it dozens of times, the task wastes time — and time is money. I've watched small teams waste hours each week on repetitive admin tasks that could easily be automated. This is why it’s crucial to streamline repetitive tasks by automating them.