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CLOUD Act: what is it, and how does it affect cybersecurity?

The conflict between privacy rights and state access to information has become a focal point of legal and ethical arguments in an era when data is important. The Clarifying Lawful Overseas Use of Data, or CLOUD Act, a law with far-reaching repercussions for persons and organizations, is a crucial factor in this ongoing debate. This law changes the game for how data is handled across borders, impacting our privacy and cybersecurity.

The Importance of Swarming and Collaboration in IT Support

Much of what IT service desks “do” in terms of IT support has been industry best practice for decades. For example, the tier-based approach to ticket handling – where a ticket starts with Level 1 support staff before progressing to Level 2 and potentially Levels 3 and 4 when an immediate fix isn’t available. Your organisation might still be using this approach. After all, it has long worked well in reducing fix times and delivering better employee experiences.

The Importance of Proper Workforce Utilization

Workforce utilization refers to the effective utilization of human resources in an organization. It involves ensuring that employees are working to their full potential, and their skills and abilities are being utilized efficiently to achieve organizational goals. Proper workforce utilization is crucial for any business to thrive and stay competitive in the market.

The Quiet Protocol: Boosting Workplace Productivity by 65%

Unlock the potential of the Quiet Protocol in your remote teams. This article dives into Leslie Perlow's innovative approach, Discover how applying these methods with activity tracking software like Insightful can lead to a dramatic 65% boost in workplace productivity and focused efficiency.

TeamSupport | Five Ways to Respond to Angry Customers this Holiday Season

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” doesn’t always ring true for customer service or support teams. Though some industries might slow down during the month of December, others get more hectic and tensions can run high. Ever wonder what to say to diffuse the situation when a customer is ranting and raving about a problem that’s difficult to solve? Here are five pro tips from customer service veterans.

Business performance: A helpful guide for agencies

Ever wondered why some agencies consistently outperform others? It's all about harnessing effective business performance. This isn't merely about surviving — it's about thriving amid fierce competition. Improved business performance can transform your agency, boosting productivity, enhancing customer satisfaction, and building a robust bottom line. This guide seeks to provide actionable insights to help agencies transform their business performance.

Swing Shifts Explained: Benefits and Tips

Have you ever wondered how successful businesses keep their operations running smoothly around the clock? The answer lies in the “Swing Shifts” technique. Ever-increasing demands for flexibility and continuous services have led to a rise in unconventional work schedules. A staggering 15 million Americans navigate through evening shifts, night shifts, rotating shifts, or the intriguing world of swing shift hours.

5 Tools For HR Professionals Must Have

HR tools are like helpful gadgets for businesses to manage their employees easily. They’re computer programs that make handling things like hiring new people, managing who’s on vacation, and paying salaries much more straightforward than doing it all by hand. These tools are essential because doing HR tasks manually takes time and can be tiring. So, having software to handle these jobs is useful for managers. Businesses pick these tools based on what they need.

The Roles and Responsibilities of a Board Administrator

As custodians of organizational order, a board administrator is typically accountable for supporting the management of board governance, policies, and procedures. They essentially provide administrative support to the board — may it be scheduling meetings or preparing board documents. In this guide, we’ll explore the duties and responsibilities of an administrator, and the skills and knowledge one should possess.

Zulip 8.0: Threaded open-source team chat

We’re excited to announce the release of Zulip Server 8.0, containing hundreds of new features and bug fixes! Zulip is an open-source team chat application designed to help people collaborate to solve any challenge. With conversations organized by topic, Zulip is ideal for both live and asynchronous communication. Fortune 500 companies, leading open-source projects, and thousands of other organizations use Zulip every day.