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February 2024

10 top encrypted collaboration tools for secure digital workplaces

Did you know that as per recent estimates, 43% of cyber attacks are aimed at small businesses? As a matter of grave concern, only 14% of SMBs are geared up to counter such an attack that often severely impacts their brand position and prospects of growth. In this scenario, encrypted collaboration tools can help enterprises strive to safeguard their digital workspaces.

Securing mission-critical communications with a self-hosted, air-gapped collaboration suite

Defense industries deal with sensitive information that, if leaked, could compromise national security. So, the digital battlefield holds just as much importance as its physical counterpart. Therefore, safeguarding mission communications and thwarting cyber attacks is the perpetual objective. One way to ensure secure mission communication is through the use of a self-hosted, air-gapped environment.

6 Pros of Using On-Premise Help Desk Software [+5 Top Vendors]

When looking for reliable IT Service Management (ITSM) software for your organization, it's crucial to determine whether an on-premise or a cloud-based solution best suits your needs. With technology rapidly evolving, many solutions are shifting exclusively to cloud-based help desk offerings, which are more flexible. However, numerous organizations still require control over their servers and prefer to keep sensitive information within their own installations.

10 Tips to Improve Employee Productivity

Productivity is essential in business. Organizations are finding ways to improve employee productivity in the current world of competition. However, they must remember employees’ well-being and satisfaction in achieving success. Technology has made it easy for companies to improve employee productivity. Post-COVID-19, companies have switched to working from home, where employees can work from their remote locations, and therefore, employee productivity tracking has become more critical.

Tech layoffs rise, yet small businesses maintained stability

As the tech industry undergoes constant changes, layoffs rise, shaking Silicon Valley to its core. Small businesses have emerged as a symbol of security and stability in this day and age where tech giants rule the business world, standing out in contrast to the quick-changing and fast-paced corporate environment. Despite the challenges they face, small businesses have managed to thrive and make a name for themselves, often becoming pillars of their local communities.

HR managers face a surge in paid leave requests

Human resource managers are facing a significant challenge due to an increasing number of requests for paid vacation. This is a result of changing workplace dynamics and extraordinary global events. According to recent data, HR departments in all sectors are facing a significant increase in the number of employees requesting time off. This has led to HR managers revising their traditional leave policies and practices to adapt to the current situation.

Cracking the productivity myth: Overtime isn't the answer

The idea that working overtime increases productivity has long been taken for granted in today’s hectic workplace. But this very idea is called into question by ground-breaking research from the business-to-business marketplace Expert Market. Their 2023 study, which covered 40 nations, sheds insight on the real relationships between productivity levels and hours spent.

Maximizing productivity: Integrating employee engagement and wellbeing

“Employee engagement” and “wellbeing” are often used interchangeably. That’s no surprise, seeing as they are so closely linked. But employee engagement and wellbeing are unique. Reciprocal, cumulative, and connected – but still unique. Understanding where one ends and the other begins is crucial to integrating these elements to maximize productivity without risking your best people burning out.

Work intake isn't working. Here's why-and what to do about it

We know what an effective work intake process should look like in theory—but that doesn’t mean it’s easy to achieve in practice. Dive into the six common snags teams run into during the work intake process, and discover how to tackle them head-on. In theory, a smooth work intake process shouldn’t be complicated: set clear guidelines, standardize requests, and use it all to effectively prioritize projects.

Top 5 Challenges Faced in Security Awareness Training

Proper security awareness training is crucial to safeguarding company and client data. Employees should be well-educated about the importance of data security and how to protect sensitive information. Cyber awareness programs covering key topics like email security, intellectual property protection, handling security incidents and so on should be prioritized. However, issues like administrative difficulties or poor employee interests may impair the ease of running training programs.