Why cloud computing is the hidden backbone of everyday life
In subtle but powerful ways, cloud computing is impacting our everyday lives. We scroll through social media, listen to music on streaming platforms, and log in to our work apps from home. As we keep interacting with these technologies, they learn more about our behavior, enabling them to give customized recommendations based on our user […]
7 Ways to reduce stress at work
When the pandemic hit, businesses started adopting remote work arrangements to keep operations going. But even if most employees now work from the comfort of their homes instead of in traditional office spaces, they still experience work-related stress. Unfortunately, a change of scenery doesn’t offer a long-term reprieve from job stress. Achieving work-life balance is […]
5 Effective steps to handle workplace conflict
In a perfect workplace, everybody gets along smoothly. There is no conflict of ideas or clash of personalities, and work is done uninterruptedly. Alas, that’s not how it is in the real world. Office drama is a frequent occurrence, with tensions often running high. In the best-case scenarios, opposing parties find a common ground and […]
Why culture change is essential to digital transformation
In the past few months, we’ve seen businesses scurrying to implement remote work arrangements to curb the spread of the pandemic. Between accelerated timelines and steep technology adoption curves, the need for digital transformation has never been more apparent. Digital transformation is the process of transforming services or business processes by adopting new digital technologies, […]
5 Work from home tips for better productivity
While remote working has been a steadily growing trend the world over, it was the pandemic that tipped the scale and drove businesses to enforce remote work arrangements en masse. This shift happened abruptly, and in most cases, organizations had very little time to plan. Employees who had never worked from home before were the […]
Data security 101: Everything you need to know
According to the newest report by IBM and the Ponemon Institute, the average cost of a data breach in 2020 is $6.38 million. This figure is up 10% in the past five years, highlighting how valuable data is and why cybercriminals are relentless in their pursuits to steal it. What’s even more terrifying is that […]
5 Privacy risks that can jeopardize your business
Running a business comes with risks, such as financial and operational risks that can dry up cash flow and mar company reputation. However, business owners may overlook this lesser-known threat that can cause just as much company damage. Privacy risks are factors that can expose company or client information, resulting in a breach of trust, […]
How to take effective breaks to improve productivity
Staying productive has been a challenge to remote workers the world over, and that’s not surprising. Between a pandemic in full swing, the worldwide economy in a steep contraction, and a workforce adjusting to remote work, stress levels will inevitably increase. And while North Carolina ranks among the best states for working remotely, it doesn’t […]
Password mistakes you should stop doing immediately
Every online account you have — from your work email to your social media pages — has a password. Like door locks, passwords protect your digital property by denying access to unauthorized entities. But passwords can be difficult to manage. According to NordPass, an average person has about 70–80 passwords. That is a lot of […]
What you need to know about the cybersecurity by design approach to data security
North Carolina is not new to security breaches. As of July 2019, the state has reported a total of 6,500 breaches, impacting over 16 million North Carolina consumers. The Old North State has also taken steps to intensify guidelines on cybersecurity and data breach notification to further protect consumer data. So if you’re running a […]