How businesses can move to a paperless future
In the past, all businesses were reliant on paper processes and printing for day-to-day operations. Over time, as businesses have implemented new technologies, they have also reduced their paper consumption, and the move to remote and hybrid work has only further reduced the need for paper. With, most businesses still make use of legacy paper-based […]
The role passwords play in a world of cybercrime
For businesses, one weak password can be the cause of a major cybersecurity incident. For this reason, businesses should take measures to ensure they are doing everything possible to reduce the chance of falling victim to an account compromise attack. Whilst having a strong password is a good start, there are other technologies and processes […]
An introduction to Microsoft Power Apps
Businesses across all industries have processes that can be improved, leading to better business outcomes. Unfortunately, off-the-shelf solutions are not always suitable as they lack certain functionality or there is no straightforward way to connect the right data sources to the solution. In these cases, many businesses look to bespoke application development, which can be […]
What is Identity and Access Management (IAM), and why is it important?
In order for employees to work productively, it is essential that they have access to the files and tools required to do their job. With this being said, it is also possible for an employee to have too much access, which can lead to major security issues. The process of managing and authenticating user identities […]
How Microsoft Viva Insights is improving the employee experience
The employee experience is fundamental to a business’s long-term success. A positive employee experience leads to more engaged, productive employees that work hard to grow the business and deliver exceptional customer experiences. Although there has always been an understanding of the benefits of a positive employee experience, over the past 3 years, there has been […]
Shadow IT: What is Shadow IT and how can businesses combat it?
Employees are always looking for ways to work more efficiently and effectively. This may include anything from installing an application to check for grammar and spelling in documents, to using their mobile phone to quickly answer emails, to using a cloud file storage solution to easily send large files to colleagues and third parties. Although […]
Microsoft Teams becomes more hybrid work-friendly with recent updates
Over the past two years, Microsoft has been constantly releasing updates to applications within the Microsoft 365 suite. Many of these updates have been to support the changing needs of the modern workplace. Since the beginning of 2022, Microsoft has announced a plethora of new features, for a number of their applications, all designed to […]
How businesses can use Microsoft Teams as a unified communications platform
As businesses across the country have made the move to hybrid work, technology should empower employees to work effectively, from anywhere, on any device. These technologies typically aim to increase productivity, collaboration and make communication easier. Some businesses have implemented several different platforms, each with a singular use, such as Zoom for video conferencing, Slack […]
Five reasons why your business should outsource their cybersecurity
Maintaining a strong security posture is a significant challenge for most businesses. With complex cyberattacks becoming more common, all businesses are at risk of falling victim. To reduce this risk, businesses typically implement innovative technologies that focus on prevention, detection, and remediation. However, this technology in isolation will not prevent a cyberattack, it needs to […]
Business Intelligence: 5 ways businesses use Power BI
As businesses become more technology reliant for day-to-day operations, they collect and create massive amounts of data. Visualisation and analysis of this data can transform the way businesses make strategic decisions. However, the sheer amount of data can pose a challenge for businesses, especially as the data is often stored in multiple locations and gathered […]