Technology
Software to Manage a Remote Workforce | Benefits & Features
Whether it’s the recent launch of an international office, a global pandemic, or an occasional period of inclement weather, it’s likely that many businesses will face a day in which remote operations become vital to their financial success.
In this article, Rocket IT aims to equip and educate managers on the technology needed to lead from afar; while also highlighting how productivity tracking software can be used to gamify processes, discover new workflows, build trust, and more.
Read MoreOffice 365 Is Now Microsoft 365 | Here’s What Changed
As of April 21, 2020, Microsoft has officially launched the rebranding of Office 365; with the subscription-based platform now falling under the company’s Microsoft 365 line of services.
While the core capabilities of each bundle remains the same, a few welcomed features have been added to both Business and Enterprise plans.
Read MoreHow to Prevent Zoombombing | Zoom Settings to Change
As Zoom’s developers continue to update the back-end security of the video-conferencing application, a slew of welcomed settings give individuals the power to protect their meetings and the discussions held inside. But rather than skimming through a seemingly endless number of patch notes, Rocket IT is here to provide you with a specially curated list of settings to enable; mitigating the risk of Zoombombing and other vulnerabilities.
Read MoreZoom Easter Eggs: Hidden Features of the Video Conferencing Platform
As people shift to telecommuting and working remotely, it’s likely that they’ll have an experience over the video web conferencing platform known as Zoom. And although, upon first glance, the simplicity of Zoom’s user interface makes it easy to control; don’t be fooled. A bounty of Easter eggs lies deeply buried in the app’s settings, and it’s Rocket IT goal to hunt them down.
Read MoreRocket IT Business Podcast | Eric Henderson | A Business Continuity Checklist | Ep 12
In this episode of the Rocket IT Podcast, the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce hosts Eric Henderson, Rocket IT’s VP of Technology, to help audience members ensure that technology remains a healthy part their operations.
From this insight, Eric provides audiences with a better understanding of where their next steps should lie, giving them confidence in their business’ productivity and security through this rapid transition to remote working.
Read MoreTechnology to Work Remotely | Business Continuity & Disaster Planning
As the risk of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) continues to grow, organizational leaders have been tasked to develop business continuity plans that facilitate a remote working scenario. And although it’s clear that technology will play a role in maintaining a team’s productivity and success, it’s important that businesses carefully select the technology that best fits their needs and current digital environment.
In light of this, Rocket IT has teamed up with Gateway85 to provide individuals with insight into the various technologies that allow teams to access files, connect to software, and collaborate; all while working from home.
Read MoreGoing Green to Save Some Green
While smart-home devices are great for automating mundane tasks around the house, finding one that effectively saves you money on your utility bills can feel like you’ve found a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.
But before running out to buy costly appliances on a whim, consider how a few budget-friendly purchases can greatly assist in creating a sustainable smart house. Keeping in mind that St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, here are a few devices that can turn your home green, while saving some green.
Read MoreWindows 10 Features to Love
Whether it’s the initial purchase of a modern desktop or the recent discovery of new features in a beloved application; finding technology that supports your needs can feel a lot like love at first site.
For Rocket IT and its staff, this feeling came with the launch of Windows 10 nearly five years ago. And since that moment, the love we’ve felt for the operating system and its subsequent updates has never been stronger. So in light of Valentine’s Day, let’s dive into some of those features that make this version of the platform so unique.
Read MoreA Farewell to Windows 7 | Features We’ll Miss
January 14, 2020 will live on in infamy as the date Microsoft ended support for its most widely adopted operating system: Windows 7.
But while the developer has quickly ushered PC users towards a new generation of computing power with Windows 10; it’d be a dishonor to lay this once beloved platform to rest without first admiring the features that were lost in the platform’s upgrade.
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