While we're on the topic of virtual assistants, this one seems particularly intriguing. We have trained operators standing by 24/7 to answer every one of your requests. Send us a text message, and we'll get you what you want. We'll order what you need from the appropriate service (e.…
I’m seeing a ton of evidence that IT leaders recognize this too. I hear story after story of IT rollouts that result in poor adoption. These failures are no longer being chalked up to poor planning, readiness, or technology. Leaders are acknowledging that their teams lack an understanding of…
Simply CC “Julie” at the start of or during an email thread with the person you want to schedule a meeting with, and, in theory, the virtual assistant will take care of the rest. This includes offering up potential meeting times — pulled in from your Google Calendar, Microsoft Exchange, or…
Article author Jon Kolko, regarding traditional enterprise software: This category of software is typically characterized as “feature-rich.” In fact, these products are sold as lists of features to C-suite executives, and the conventional wisdom over many years has been that the package with the most features wins. Unfortunately, the executive…
After this week, new episodes of What's Tech? will appear every Tuesday. And we're flirting with the idea of special episodes for big, important topics and events. You know, mini-episodes that would helpfully explain the real important, really confusing stuff, so that you can keep up with your friends who…
Secure Your Home Network: * Change all default usernames and passwords on all devices connected to your network. * Enable Wi-Fi protected access if available, which creates a secure network via encryption. * Activate firewalls on your computer and wireless router. Use a comprehensive security software suite on your computer to help detect…
Sling TV launched its streaming service on Monday, saying that it will soon add AMC to its basic $20 online bundle of channels, which would make it the most complete offering of sports, news, premium shows and lifestyle channels for the Internet. Exciting news. I'm a happy subscriber. There aren't…
Adobe Kickbox delivers an actionable process for discovering new opportunities, validating customer engagement, and evaluating new business potential. It includes tools that help innovators define, refine, validate, and evolve their idea. This is very intriguing to me. What I love; empowering and validating employees' own ideas and giving them a…