Teams | Collaboration | Customer Service | Project Management

Why remote work and hiring offshore talent are crucial in today's business landscape

The next global economic crisis might not result from a pandemic or conflict but from a lack of qualified employees across various sectors. In many regions, more people are leaving the workforce than entering it, creating a significant gap in the talent pool. This trend presents a challenge for companies trying to fill these roles. The company is only as strong as its talent.

Project Cost Estimation: A Guide to Quoting Profitable Projects

Ever wonder why some of your projects easily meet your target profit margins while others don’t even come close? You might be struggling with accurate cost estimates. They’re the foundation for setting realistic budgets, avoiding costly overruns, and ensuring your projects stay on track financially.

50% Profit Margins Unlocked with Time-Tracking Data w/ @MarketingMax

He went from working 70-80 hour weeks to building a 7-figure agency with 50% profit margins while only working about 1 hour per week. Today he’s the founder of GrowthDaily.com & AgencyReviews.io & he’s known by his 45,000 followers on X as @MarketingMax, but several years ago he was an agency co-owner struggling to make the sort of money he wanted to make (and enjoy the work in the process). That’s when a timely LinkedIn post came across his feed & recommend a book that change the course of his agency–and his life–forever.

Boosting Team Productivity: The Role of Time Tracking Tools in Modern Workspaces

In today's fast-paced business environment, efficiency and productivity are paramount. Companies are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance team performance and streamline operations. One such innovation is the implementation of time-tracking tools. These tools have become indispensable in modern workspaces, offering numerous benefits beyond simply keeping track of hours worked.

Do more with diagramming: Combine the powers of draw.io and Miro

If your work requires you to create diagrams, you might be familiar with draw.io (also diagrams.net), an open-source, web-based diagramming tool offering complex and niche diagrams: network diagrams, server rack diagrams, floor plans, and more. You might also use Miro, an innovation workspace that lets you virtually collaborate with colleagues on a variety of tasks and projects — whether it’s brainstorming, planning, designing, or building the next big thing.

ESS 24.05: now with Element Desktop MSIs!

In our most recent version of ESS 24.05 we’re pleased to offer a Windows MSI (Microsoft Installer) build of Element Desktop. Many larger customers prefer MSI files for software installation. They can automate deployments across many devices, ensuring consistency and reducing manual effort. As well as MSI builds we’ve also enhanced the way our message notifications work for all users. And we’ve improved Group Sync: our advanced identity and access management tool for IT administrators.