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January 2009
Nathan Krake

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© 2009 CIO Today. All rights reserved.

 

CIO Today published an article by Verizon Business recently of IT trends for 2009.

Overall, the points listed aren't profound, as most people within the IT industry have been bombarded with information on these topics for the last 18 months, however, it is a concise document that articulates the topics nicely.

 

The only other item I would include would be Cloud computing.

Cloud computing is Internet ("cloud") based development and use of computer technology. It is a business information management style of computing in which typically real-time resources are provided "as a service" over the Internet to users who need not have knowledge of, expertise in, or control over the technology infrastructure ("in the cloud") that supports them.

 

It is a general concept that incorporates software as a service (SaaS), Web 2.0 and other recent, well-known technology trends (listed below), in which the common theme is reliance on the Internet for satisfying the computing needs of the users.

  1. Enterprise 2.0. Yesterday's work style is being replaced with a more interactive exchange of ideas inspired by social networking tools such as Facebook, wikis, mash-ups, Twitter and Digg.

  2. Work as activity versus place. Teleworking is becoming a strategic imperative, as its productivity-boosting benefits enable teleworkers to remain securely connected to corporate resources.

  3. Visual communications. Video will play a starring role, as companies make the most of their IP connections for the cost-savings, productivity and environmental benefits.

  4. Unified communications (UC) integrated into business processes. Workers leveraging presence capabilities in a UC environment can gain more control over work flow and time management.

  5. Ready, set, go IPv6. Knowing which IP addressable elements are linked to which business needs will enable IT leaders to prioritize the data and applications to enable IPv6 capabilities.

  6. SaaSy. Serving content, applications and security in a centralized online environment will become the rage. Buying computing resources a la carte will help control costs.

  7. 360 security. Security will touch every endpoint, device and situation. Home and office require equal protection as boundaries continue to blur.

  8. Eco-responsibility as sound business strategy. Companies will evaluate eco-responsibility along with their technology investments as part of an overall business strategy.

  9. Cutting through the compliance clutter. IT will be in the hot seat for ensuring systems are compliant and all the right controls are in place.

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Katharine Metschar

Techniques for 2009

 

With everyone focused on settling into the New Year, we often find ourselves beginning to forget the niceties that make our holidays enjoyable. Remembering such simple techniques as the ones below can really make your customers, business co-workers, friends and families smile and leave them with a postive experience.. and we can all use more positive experiences..

 

  • Let the other person finish the sentence before interrupting.

  • Find some reason to compliment the person you're with.

  • Don't start eating until everyone is served.

  • Don't show pictures of your family unless someone asks.

  • Tip good service well.

  • Never ask for separate cheques when someone suggests to split things evenly.

  • Ask for advice from someone you like, even if you don't really need it.

  • Follow someone else's suggestion for an activity, even if you're not good at it.

  • Don't be the last to sit at the table or the first to leave it.

  • Pretend you're sharing deep secrets and keep your voice down on your mobile calls.

  • Dress appropriately for the setting — jeans are not "business casual" unless you're a cowboy.

 

Good luck with January and 2009

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Nathan Krake

Project integration

 

Did you know that The Right IT portal provides our customers with a built in project management tool? You can create your own projects which include such functions as simple project status, roll-up reporting, and data portability.

 

The increased visibility into Projects is provided through green, yellow and red states with a descriptive status, and project roll-up views for those managing multiple projects.

 

Through the import and export of tasks, project managers can sync with the resource planning capabilities of their existing enterprise project management tools while allowing users to manage their individual efforts.

 

Project management - done!

 

The Project Management tool helps you to coordinate with other team members toward a common goal. You design them the way that makes the most sense for you. Add a calendar, milestones, assign tasks, create and upload content. Or just make it a simple place to have conversations and track progress.

 

Track multiple projects at a glance..

 

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