Tips for helping children (and adults) stay safe online at home
During the last year of lockdown, working from home has brought several internet-related issues into sharp focus, not least how to keep ourselves and our children safe online. Even when lockdown ends and children head back to school, internet usage is likely to remain at an all-time high. ONS data published in March 2020 (just […]
Pros and cons of the hybrid working model
Since Covid-19 first shook the world early last year, businesses have been trying to successfully adapt to flexible working methods. Remote working is not a new concept, but adoption has increased exponentially due to the social distancing requirements. Thanks to technologies like Windows Virtual Desktop and Microsoft Teams, remote working has been fairly painless for […]
3 key focuses for improving your flexible working strategy this year
2020 marked a rapid shift for businesses as they were forced to undergo complex digital transformations in a matter of weeks and months. For many companies, that meant getting workers up and running remotely in the quickest way possible – with short-term fixes rather than long-term strategies. A we enter a new year, it’s becoming […]
Are you getting the right remote working support from your current IT provider? Care Computers are here to help
Efficient and reliable IT support can make or break a business’ productivity; but it’s even more important now that so many employees are working remotely around the country. Before the pandemic, workers in an office environment could lean on colleagues for troubleshooting support if they were having IT trouble or ask a member of the […]
Hiring remote workers: your onboarding checklist
Working from home is a phenomenon that isn’t going away. Businesses and employees have realised the benefits of a flexible work environment, and economic uncertainty will see companies less willing to shell out for pricey office space. But starting a new job remotely can be scary and intimidating. New starters don’t have their co-workers around […]
Visions of a post-pandemic workforce
With the heavy impact Covid-19 has had on economies, jobs, and business operations, the prevailing question is “when will everything go back to the way it was?”. The security and resilience many organizations previously enjoyed has been in flux as they’ve been forced to adapt to regulations that are changing daily. As we head into […]
A guide to surviving full-time remote working
As the country continues to work remotely, we’ve heard a lot about the benefits – no commute, a more comfortable environment, and pets for company. For many, however, the transition to home working has been difficult and daunting. When you’re not used to working outside of the office, it can be hard to motivate yourself […]
How can virtual desktops improve employee satisfaction during uncertain times?
Rewind a year ago and many businesses were hardwired in their offices. Virtual desktops were viewed as an optional luxury, adopted only by enterprises and businesses for whom remote working was non-negotiable. A year on, and not only has the adoption of cloud solutions like virtual desktops increased unprecedentedly, but so has the belief that […]
Welcome to the age of productivity
The effects of the COVID-19 pandemic were swift and unexpected. In response to government recommendations, many businesses closed their doors and shift to remote working early this year with no indication as when they could reopen the office. While some communities are beginning to reopen, a significant number of UK businesses are considering long-term remote […]
9 tips on staying IT secure in a COVID-19 world
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed our daily routines, adapted the way we work, and increased our reliance on technology. Many of us have been working remotely, relying heavily on IT and cloud solutions to stay connected as we define what the new normal looks like. As we spend more time online, we must remember that […]