One annual tradition of tech researchers is the tracking of the latest trends and revealing the status of data security. This is due to the fact that this information matters to the IT companies that process our data, and also to consumers like us. Consequently, the state of data security for companies and organizations is treated by research centers and institutes as a necessity for […] Read more »
Quitting Smoking – The Facts
Smoking is an expensive practice and can be detrimental to your health. If you are trying to quit, there are medications out there that can help you on your quest. Ask your doctor as he may be able to get you something that will help. Just be sure you follow the directions on how to use the medication. If you notice any negative side effects, […] Read more »
Peer-to-Peer Renting: Embrace the Adventure
Peer-to-peer (P2P) renting is transforming how people travel and book their accommodations. Before, you would have to stay at a hotel or book a place through a realty agency. Now, there are many more affordable and convenient options. P2P renting allows homeowners to temporarily make their homes available to travelers. It’s a bit of extra income that homeowners wouldn’t normally be able to make. For […] Read more »
The No-Code Revolution: How to Heal Broken Customer Experience
For call center software platforms, no-code automations are nothing magical or new. The fundamental aims are also the aims of phone services everywhere: to connect callers to the right person as quickly as possible, to offer them the appropriate services and share call data efficiently, and to optimize the customer experience. If the aims are clear, why are CX managers still struggling to achieve the […] Read more »
How to Engage Your Retail Associates
In today’s competitive and volatile retail environment, any strategic change can mean the difference in the competitive edge. Employee engagement is essential to the success of an organization, and with retail employees planning to switch jobs at an alarming rate, organizations would do well to have a plan for better retention. Better retention numbers translate to a better bottom line, but engaging employees is a […] Read more »
September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month
September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month. During this time we encourage the public to find out more about spinal cord injury patients and how they overcome many challenges. There are about 17,000 new spinal cord injuries each year. Thirty eight percent of spinal cord injuries are caused by car crashes. The second most often cause of spinal injury comes from falls, trips and slips. […] Read more »
The Makings of a Boom
The mining boom during the period of the mid-2000’s-2013/2014 was a major contributor to Australia’s economy, accounting for more than 6% during the peak. Some of the more interesting figures from this time are: 187,000 people were directly employed by mines, with 600,000 more employed in support roles and a general uplift in employment figures across every industry. $18B was generated in wages and salaries. […] Read more »
How to Make Your Own Bath Bombs
Bath bombs are a fun way to treat yourself, and they also make great gifts. They can get a little pricey if you’re shopping at luxury soap stores, so why not make your own? This infographic includes a simple recipe, as well as an in-depth guide that covers FAQs about the bath bomb making process. If you’re not careful, they can explode before they ever […] Read more »
2016: An Election of Surprises
It’s astonishing to see how neck-to-neck our two presidential candidates campaigns are going thus far. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump literally have several points in the polls between them. And you couldn’t have two candidates any more different from one another. They have completely differing perspectives regarding foreign and domestic policy, the economy, human rights, education, etc. So it’ll be surprising to see who will […] Read more »
20 Reasons Your Business Needs Web Development
Business has changed drastically over the past few decades and having a strong web presence is paramount to your success. If you are still one of the few businesses left without a good website, including a mobile option, here are 20 good reasons why your business needs a reliable web presence. Read more »