Ian's Messy Desk
MARCH 1, 2012
When the HVAC system was installed, someone thought we might want the user manual for the system: a 400 page PDF document. Instead of filing the PDF on the network, the document was printed and placed in a filing cabinet , where it will sit until doomsday. I can print any web page to pdf and store it on the drive. It adds up.
Ian's Messy Desk
JANUARY 15, 2014
When the HVAC system was installed, someone thought we might want the user manual for the system: a 400 page PDF document. Instead of filing the PDF on the network, the document was printed and placed in a filing cabinet , where it will sit until doomsday or at least until someone cleans out those files. It adds up.
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Small Business CEO
DECEMBER 15, 2009
Workflow software automates processes by moving a task through different stages of a process. How many of you find that new employees don’t get equipment or security access on time, are missing their name plate or aren’t set up in payroll? The benefits of implementing workflow software include: Faster turnaround times.
BMT Office Administration
NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Does the business provide all necessary tools or equipment or does the worker provide their own tools? For example, a graphic designer employed as an independent contractor would likely use their own computer and design software whereas employees often have work devices and any necessary software program subscriptions provided.
Small Business CEO
OCTOBER 25, 2011
With proprietary software, it is difficult to find external resources who can quickly take on support. If you use Windows systems and they use open source software, there can be some real challenges if the personnel are “evangelists” for their system and philosophy. Are they IT “cowboys”, or do they follow IT best practices?
Practically Perfect PA
DECEMBER 13, 2013
A quick and easy app for conference calling which is free to use and can connect people to meetings taking place elsewhere without being stuck in front of a computer or video conference equipment. If your company does not have expenses software this is a good alternative. CardMunch: Free. Haiku Deck: Free.
Small Business CEO
JULY 6, 2011
Sadly, the outsourcer failed to purchase software, installing the same copy again and again. The company paid a penalty to exit the contract and had to purchase the unlicensed software, taking a serious hit to profitability. How does equipment get purchased? One company outsourced its IT, negotiating excellent rates.
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