Every IT Organization is a Snowflake
Some people think every IT department is unique. While that might be literally true, Steve doesn't think that is actually the case.
2021-03-17
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Work environment
Viva
Microsoft is working on the future of work, and adapting to remote work. Steve isn't sure this will work, but they have at least one interesting technology idea he likes.
2021-03-01
130 reads
The Pandemic Work Load
With the new year proceeding along, we are still in a pandemic. Is that affecting your work load?
2021-02-12
129 reads
Are You Empowered?
Many people don't feel like they can make changes in their work environment. Today Steve notes this is common in many organizations.
2021-01-25
110 reads
Dread or Desire
Today Steve wonders about the move back to offices and if you are looking forward to it or trying to avoid it.
2021-01-04
139 reads
Keeping Your Staff
Retaining staff is always a challenge for many organizations. Today Steve talks about the difficulties of doing so and in choosing who to retain.
2020-09-29
155 reads
Remote Work Benefits
Today Steve wonders if companies ought to support remote work better with other benefits.
2020-09-11
204 reads
2020-08-17
130 reads
2020-08-12
264 reads
A Dedicated Space
Today Steve looks at one possible future of offices, which might be something we own.
2020-07-20
175 reads
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