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Manufacturer turns to micro apps to save time

An electronics manufacturer is in the planning stages of implementing micro apps in Citrix Workspace in the hopes of saving time and easing distractions.

By Mike Gleason • May 26, 2020

End-user productivity becomes a priority for remote work

The initial response to COVID-19 focused on purchasing new technologies and retooling systems to support work from home, but organizations must help maintain end-user productivity.

By John Powers • May 26, 2020

Machine health systems play critical role in age of disruption

As the COVID-19 crisis disrupts industries, manufacturers can keep lines running by using machine health monitoring systems to manage equipment and diagnose problems remotely.

By Jim O'Donnell • May 22, 2020

Facebook to launch Workplace Rooms in challenge to Zoom

Workplace Rooms, a new video conferencing service for Facebook's business customers, falls short of competitors on features.

By Jonathan Dame • May 22, 2020

Adobe Experience Manager buoys U.S. census during pandemic

The first U.S. Census digital experience was launched in time for the pandemic, and now Adobe looks to parlay the success into more government business.

By Don Fluckinger • May 21, 2020

Zuckerberg lists benefits, drawbacks of remote work

After the pandemic, Facebook co-founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg believes his firm will have more employees who work remotely, with at least half of its employees doing it full-time. He sees some clear benefits in recruiting and retention.

By Patrick Thibodeau • May 21, 2020

Pandemic could accelerate convergence of audio, video calling

In the future, businesses may invest less in traditional telephony and look to buy audio and video services from the same vendor.

By Jonathan Dame • May 21, 2020

SAP S/4HANA Cloud 2005 focuses on supply chain

The latest version of S/4HANA Cloud has functions for supply chain, finance and SuccessFactors integration that will likely appeal to companies dealing with the COVID-19 crisis.

By Jim O'Donnell • May 21, 2020

Should IT consider NIAP-certified products for MDM?

The average organization may not require military-grade security for its endpoint management platform, but IT pros should take note of which products meet that standard.

By Robert Sheldon • May 21, 2020

RevOps strategy keeps B2B sales moving during pandemic

Revenue operations purports to orchestrate the technologies governing marketing and sales and measure their effectiveness. During the pandemic, the strategy is put to the test.

By Don Fluckinger • May 20, 2020

What are the benefits of a virtual session border controller?

A virtual session border controller can help companies meet increased demands without requiring the installation of costly and dedicated hardware.

By Kevin Tolly • May 20, 2020

AI in HR recruitment targets high-demand technology talent

As demand for technology talent persists, even during pandemic times, AI, chatbots and machine learning play an increasingly critical role in hiring choosy candidates.

By Mark Feffer • May 20, 2020

Design firm ups productivity with Workspot

Mead & Hunt is using Workspot virtual desktops to enable remote work during the pandemic -- and it's paying off in ways the firm didn't expect.

By Mike Gleason • May 20, 2020

Microsoft buys Softomotive to boost Power Platform RPA

Microsoft's acquisition of Softomotive gives Power Automate users a low-code RPA system to build bots for Windows-based tasks.

By Don Fluckinger • May 19, 2020

How can SAP Data Custodian boost public cloud data control?

Public cloud technology has evolved, but business leaders still worry about its ability to manage and protect their data. Learn how Data Custodian may help.

By James Kofalt • May 19, 2020

Compass Coffee’s post-pandemic plan starts with bulk hiring

The owners of Compass Coffee believe that most HR functions can be automated and there's no need for an HR staff. It's now looking at bulk hiring to speed up its reopening.

By Patrick Thibodeau • May 19, 2020

Microsoft Teams vs. Zoom: Can Teams replace Zoom?

Organizations weighing Microsoft Teams vs. Zoom conferencing must consider the long-term licensing costs, collaboration features and UX of the services.

By Andrew Froehlich • May 19, 2020

Get to know key features of content services platforms

A content services platform is more than a database -- it is an intelligent information engine. Organizations should be familiar with all the features of the CSP.

By Laurence Hart • May 19, 2020

Top 10 return-to-office guidelines HR and business leaders need now

Companies that are reopening offices will need to plan for an entirely different model than what preceded the COVID-19 pandemic. Here are 10 guidelines that can make it easier.

By Pam Baker • May 19, 2020

Supply chain recovery post-COVID-19: Risk, disruption and tech

The coronavirus pandemic exposed the fragility of global supply chains and leaders must turn their attention to boosting resiliency. Here's how to start.

By Eric Kimberling • May 19, 2020

HubSpot enterprise CMS helps midmarket maintain websites

HubSpot launches new web content management system, offering a drag-and-drop page builder for noncoders and the ability for businesses to consolidate their website accounts into one.

By Sarah Amsler • May 18, 2020

Top considerations for VMware GPU virtualization

Virtualizing GPUs is not easy without the proper considerations. In VMware environments, admins should consider licensing, resource requirements and hardware capabilities.

By Brian Kirsch • May 18, 2020

How to optimize the digital workspace experience

Digital workspaces aim to converge users' resources and IT's management into a single technology, but this massive undertaking can present some administration and UX challenges.

By Jo Harder • May 18, 2020

Microsoft acquisition of Metaswitch aimed at carrier UCaaS

Microsoft's acquisition of Metaswitch will provide carriers with the option of offering Metaswitch UCaaS through Azure. Metaswitch complements the recent Affirmed acquisition.

By Antone Gonsalves • May 15, 2020

Should COVID-19 halt your ERP implementation? 12 questions

The COVID-19 pandemic is casting doubt on whether ERP and enterprise business applications projects should move forward. Here's help on deciding.

By Eric St-Jean • May 15, 2020