Spiceworks
APRIL 1, 2024
Optimism around artificial intelligence (AI), the ubiquity of cloud computing, and the necessity of cybersecurity measures are expected to drive technology spending this year, analysts say. With that in mind, check out five of the most important conferences this month. The post Mark Your Calendars: Top Tech Conferences in April 2024 appeared first on Spiceworks.
Insperity
APRIL 4, 2024
Talk of emotional intelligence, or EQ, and its importance for business success has been around for years, but some leaders still think it is touchy-feely nonsense. The problem with this train of thought? Nothing could be further from the truth. EQ can actually make or break a person’s career, and that means every leader needs to be smart about emotional intelligence.
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Work in Confidence
APRIL 4, 2024
Applying learnings to drive improvements The 2023/24 NHS Staff survey results were published in March. Over 1.4 million NHS staff in England were invited to participate in Q4 2023. With a response rate nearing 50%, the survey gives a good insight into the NHS staff experiences. Across several areas things appear to be nudging in the right direction, showing an overall improvement in staff experience and staff engagement.
McKensey
APRIL 4, 2024
As increased commodity trading value pools attract new competition, successful players will differentiate by managing illiquid risks and embracing data-driven trading models.
Speaker: Chester Santos
Forgetfulness is costing you time, money, and a ton of missed opportunities. In the age of automation, it’s easy to underestimate the power of a well-trained human mind. But memory isn’t just a parlor trick, it's a strategic edge. Human memory is one of the most underrated business skills. Whether you’re managing people, leading sessions, or having high-stakes conversations, remembering names, details, and concepts can be transformative in building trust, absorbing knowledge, and driving perform
Spiceworks
APRIL 3, 2024
Unlock the secrets to closing the cloud skills gap and driving digital transformation. The post How to Address the Cloud Skills Gap in the Digital Era appeared first on Spiceworks.
Wellable
APRIL 5, 2024
Employee resource groups (ERGs) are fundamental to fostering DEI in the workplace. Use this HR guide to launch and support ERGs at your organization. The post Power Of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): HR Guide To Fostering Inclusion & Success appeared first on Wellable.
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McKensey
APRIL 4, 2024
Overcoming the challenges to capturing cloud value, particularly those that are unique to European companies, requires a five-pronged strategy.
Spiceworks
APRIL 5, 2024
Discover why Google Bard’s expansion to platforms like Gmail & YouTube falls short of OpenAI’s response quality buzz. The post What IT Leaders Can Learn From Google’s Shaky GenAI Start appeared first on Spiceworks.
The Receptionist
APRIL 3, 2024
In the United States, February through April marks the unofficial “tax season,” but any seasoned tax pro will tell you there’s still plenty of work to be done in the remaining months. While a tax preparer’s work is never truly finished, there are periods of slower activity, especially after April 15th (the deadline for filing taxes). While most taxpayers have filed their taxes by then (or have at least filed for extensions), there are many people in need of those services year-round.
Office Space
APRIL 3, 2024
In today’s data-driven world, information is power. But for businesses, the true power lies not just in collecting data, but in turning workplace data into actionable insights. This is especially true when it comes to the workplace, where a wealth of analytics data sits untapped, waiting to be unlocked. Imagine turning employee presence data into insights that optimize scheduling, or using communication patterns to identify potential collaboration bottlenecks.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
McKensey
APRIL 4, 2024
Consumer-facing businesses have an opportunity to unlock holistic value. By better integrating their loyalty programs with pricing strategies, they can drive growth in a muddled economic landscape.
Spiceworks
APRIL 1, 2024
A cybersecurity report disclosed information-stealing campaigns against macOS users. Learn more about the implications of the attacks and the strategies used by threat actors to steal the credentials of their victims. The post macOS Devices Targeted by Infostealer Malware appeared first on Spiceworks.
Total Wellness
APRIL 1, 2024
Great leaders know that taking care of their team is just as important as achieving great results. But finding the right balance between productivity and avoiding burnout can be tricky. Luckily, Daniel Goleman, an expert on emotional intelligence, has developed a compelling framework to help leaders navigate this terrain effectively. Goleman, the author of the influential book ' Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ ' and his latest work ' Optimal ,' shares insights on how leade
Workplace Insight
APRIL 2, 2024
Virtual meetings – often derided as impersonal and prone to technical glitches – can improve employee wellbeing and performance, a new study led by a Trinity Business School researcher has found. The research, conducted alongside Karin S. Moser (UniDistance Suisse, University of Queensland), Stefan Diestel (University of Wuppertal) and Isaac Alshaikh (South East Technological University Waterford), conducted during the ongoing shift to hybrid work environments and just published in the Journal o
Speaker: Yohan Lobo and Dennis Street
In the accounting world, staying ahead means embracing the tools that allow you to work smarter, not harder. Outdated processes and disconnected systems can hold your organization back, but the right technologies can help you streamline operations, boost productivity, and improve client delivery. Dive into the strategies and innovations transforming accounting practices.
McKensey
APRIL 4, 2024
Leaders today confront a raft of complexities. Here’s what will matter most as 2024 evolves—and how CEOs can reckon with ongoing disruption successfully.
Spiceworks
APRIL 3, 2024
Late last month, a Microsoft engineer who volunteers for RDBMS PostgreSQL caught what is described as one of “the best executed supply chain attack we’ve seen described in the open.” The attack, possibly planned and under execution since at least 2021 to target several Linux distributions, could have proven catastrophic had it not been discovered in time.
Mad in America
APRIL 5, 2024
The following is the fourth excerpt adapted from Healing Companions , a book by the MIA author Sam Ruck (his pen name) that describes his life with, and love for, his wife and her “alters.” His earlier installments addressed the problems with “delusions” and “paranoia” ; the nature of “psychosis ” ; and, in Part I of “Engaging Voices,” his introduction to her parts.
Workplace Insight
APRIL 4, 2024
The nascent years of new ways of working in the late 80s and early 90s coincided with a widely held but soon to be discarded belief that the Japanese had cracked management practices. So it was perhaps inevitable that the principles of a process called just in time manufacturing – most famously applied in the factories of Toyota – should migrate to new forms of office design and the rapidly developing practice of flexible working.
McKensey
APRIL 4, 2024
Price transparency is one of several industry innovations that is increasing the potential for consumerism in US healthcare.
Spiceworks
APRIL 1, 2024
Learn why prioritizing ethical human-centered design is crucial in navigating AI’s role in content creation. The post Can AI-Powered Content Be Accessible and Inclusive? appeared first on Spiceworks.
Mad in America
APRIL 2, 2024
M ental health treatment requires more than words; it demands a deep understanding of the unspoken, the symbols and signs that permeate our lives. Semiotics, the science of signs and symbols, becomes a pivotal lens through which we can gain insights into the nuanced dynamics of social interactions and personal narratives. Semiotics offers a rich yet underexploited resource, particularly in social work, where practitioners strive to understand and support diverse client backgrounds.
Workplace Insight
APRIL 2, 2024
There are a number of employment law changes coming into effect on 6 April 2024 that will impact SMEs the most. These modifications to employment law will profoundly influence the daily functions of businesses, especially during a period when SMEs face substantial economic challenges. It is essential for managers to revise their policies, engage with employees, and adapt their procedures in alignment with the updated regulations prior to their implementation.
McKensey
APRIL 4, 2024
By upgrading their energy strategies, industrials can reduce energy costs, accommodate market volatility, and achieve ambitious decarbonization targets—here’s how.
Spiceworks
APRIL 5, 2024
Apple engineers are looking to develop robots that would follow users in their homes to aid in several functions. Learn more about the devices Apple hopes will become its ‘next big thing.’ The post Apple Invests in Home Robotics After Shutting Down Electric Car Project appeared first on Spiceworks.
Office Snapshots
APRIL 1, 2024
When trailblazing commercial design firm, Blitz, was tasked with designing the glamorous West Coast home for L’Oréal, the world’s leading beauty brand, their goal was to make it fluid, fresh, and community-oriented. Women-run on both the Blitz and L’Oréal leadership fronts, showcasing important feminist history and celebrating the power of women in the workplace was a priority.
Success
MARCH 31, 2024
The power of visualization is a very real thing. Elite athletes use imagery as a powerful tool to help support their success on and off the court, playing field or course. Lisa Widmark, a sports psychology performance coach, recalls one experience with an athlete who would get nervous about being interviewed after a game. They discovered that the anxiety he had about interviews was also impacting his performance.
McKensey
APRIL 4, 2024
In response to financial pressures, academic medical centers are pursuing efforts to improve their near-term fiscal health. Clinician engagement is crucial to longer-term success.
Spiceworks
APRIL 4, 2024
Discover the trends and challenges discussed at KubeCon + CloudNative Con Europe 2024. The post Kubernetes Celebrates 10th Birthday in Paris with Biggest KubeCon Ever appeared first on Spiceworks.
Workplace Insight
APRIL 4, 2024
A new poll of 2,000 people suggests that while 90 percent of business leaders think their performance management process is a success, only 55 percent of employees agree with them. According to the State of Performance Enablement report from Betterworks, there are significant disconnects between how organisational leaders and their employees and managers view their ability to perform optimally and maximise productivity.
AdminDroid
APRIL 4, 2024
For years, organizations using Microsoft 365 have surpassed the bulk email limits by using third-party solutions or on-premises servers. The reason? Using Exchange Online to send higher volumes of email often resulted in throttled user accounts, interrupting mail flow. Microsoft has made it clear that Exchange Online imposes outbound limits and is not designed for bulk emailing services.
McKensey
APRIL 4, 2024
At some factories, underperformance isn’t just financial—it may also threaten safety, quality, or the environment. An unconventional improvement approach can help these sites regain health and vitality.
Spiceworks
APRIL 5, 2024
The U.S. government’s efforts to limit the number of China-made devices through cybersecurity evaluations aren’t resonating well with the rest of the country. In the 12-month trailing February 2024, Chinese devices grew by 41%, with some industries, including critical infrastructure ones, doubling the number of China-made devices in the past year. The post The Dragon’s Footprint: Chinese Devices in the U.S.
Mad in America
APRIL 5, 2024
From EmpowerUAmerica : “Listen in as EmpowerU host Michael Mercier interviews psychologist and author Bruce E. Levine regarding the problem of depression in America. He addresses the characteristics of American society that are contributing to widespread depression, the shift from therapy to pharmaceutical treatment methods, the pharmaceutical industry’s involvement in this shift, the research on the effectiveness and side-effects of antidepressants, alternative approaches that psych
AdminDroid
APRIL 3, 2024
Microsoft report reveals that 4000 password attacks are happening every second (i.e., more than 300 million per day). How terrific!? Amidst all these attacks, going passwordless becomes a stronger solution. Ever imagined a world without passwords? Looks interesting, right? Thus, passwordless authentication is essential to prevent password attacks.
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