Work from Home (WFH) stories - Page 20
In what most systems administrators may well imagine were the good old days, work was as much a place as an activity. Today, people work from anywhere. While this delivers advantages including flexibility, potentially better productivity and the promise of an improved work/life balance while attracting staff regardless of where they might live, it is not without its challenges. Security and access to company resources is more complex, while appropriate devices, connectivity and even workspaces must be considered.
Microsoft and LinkedIn share latest data, product innovations for hybrid work
Thu, 16th Sep 2021
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Microsoft and LinkedIn have unveiled new research and product updates to support organizations in adapting to hybrid work.
Creating space for connections and collaboration
Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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edutech
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hybrid & remote work
As time continues, expect to see more engagement with Microsoft Teams and more impactful usage for the application by first-line workers.
Interview: PagerDuty explains how a single transformation can eliminate burnout in IT teams
Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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We spoke to PagerDuty's director of customer solutions, Abhijit Pendyal about systems changes, burnout and how to mitigate these.
New Microsoft Teams integrations drive deeper enterprise collaboration
Tue, 14th Sep 2021
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Fuze has announced expanded Microsoft Teams integrations enabling more seamless and efficient workflows between Fuze and Teams users.
Snobal launches VR collaboration app for remote working and studying
Fri, 10th Sep 2021
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ar, vr & metaverse
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education, learning & training
Snobal launches Sphere, its VR collaboration app for remote and hybrid working, allowing users to meet, discuss and present in VR.
Lenovo unveils new high-performance AI, edge, and cloud services and hardware at Tech World
Thu, 9th Sep 2021
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Lenovo has unveiled a wave of new enterprise and consumer innovations at its 7th annual global technology event, Tech World.
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - The rundown on Poly's headsets
Mon, 6th Sep 2021
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Poly's account manager for New Zealand, Laura Peddie, discusses the impact of remote working on the headset sector in an exclusive interview with TechDay.
COVID-19 pandemic leads to surge in upskilling, study shows
Fri, 3rd Sep 2021
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pluralsight
COVID-19 and remote work have highlighted skills gaps and the need for upskilling, according to Pluralsight's new report.
Hybrid work is here to stay but security concerns are high - report
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
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Survey of 1,500 business leaders and 1,500 general employees from 10 countries to better understand how companies are preparing for new hybrid workplaces.
Xero unveils redesigned flexible work programme - largest hiring drive to date
Wed, 1st Sep 2021
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financial systems
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Xero has unveiled its redesigned flexible work programme, enabling teams to work where they perform best, at home, in the office, or a mix of both.
Poly releases wireless headset for hybrid workers with 50m roaming capability
Fri, 27th Aug 2021
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plantronics
Poly has announced a new addition to its Voyager wireless Bluetooth headsets family, the Voyager 4300 UC Series.
Remote working: Business owners don't trust employees
Tue, 24th Aug 2021
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50% of SME business owners don't trust employees with expenses, says DiviPay. Remote working has reduced visibility over expenditure.
Employee experience critical in remote working environments - study
Thu, 19th Aug 2021
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Remote working has had a significantly positive impact on the employee experience, with 63% saying their companies will make it permanent.
Supercharge your conference calls with AVerMedia's PW315 webcam & AS311 speakerphone
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
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smart home
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digital entertainment
AVerMedia has launched the PW315 webcam and AS311 AI speakerphone, offering high-quality video and audio for meetings and streaming.
Gartner: Gaps between employer and staff sentiment on the future of work
Mon, 9th Aug 2021
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A gap is emerging between executive and individual contributor perceptions on the future of the employee experience, says Gartner.
An extra $1.9 trillion can be generated by millennials working flexibly
Fri, 6th Aug 2021
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Research from Citrix shows young professionals, those 'born digital', can globally drive an extra $1.9 trillion in profits if empowered to work flexibly.
Global cyber attacks up as ransomware surges by 93%
Mon, 2nd Aug 2021
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Global cyber attacks have increased by 29% in the last six months, as hackers continue to exploit the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cost of a data breach hits record high during pandemic - IBM
Fri, 30th Jul 2021
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cybersecurity
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Security incidents became more costly and harder to contain due to drastic operational shifts during the pandemic.
8x8 rolls out enhancements to XCaaS offering
Thu, 29th Jul 2021
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8x8 launches enhancements to its XCaaS platform to support hybrid workforces, including better video meetings and expanded compatibility with Microsoft Teams.
Salesforce announces the acquisition of Slack
Thu, 22nd Jul 2021
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data analytics
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martech
Salesforce acquires Slack, creating a powerful alliance to deliver the next generation of digital apps and workflows for business.