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Customizing Notifications Center

If you have an iPhone and have updated it to iOS 8, you have likely noticed the drastically improved Notifications Center. Apple has finally added better functionality to this popular feature and even increased the overall usability. If you have been using this function, did you know that you can customize the Notifications Center? Customizing… Continue reading Customizing Notifications Center

Analytics 101: Analytics Diagnostic tool

Google Analytics has become the most popular way for businesses of all sizes to track relevant website data like visitor information, clicks, links, etc. While this platform is useful, there is always the chance that it may not be configured properly, or your site may have data related weaknesses that inhibit useful data tracking. Luckily,… Continue reading Analytics 101: Analytics Diagnostic tool

Is there a perfect Facebook post?

As a business owner, there is a good chance that you have a Facebook Page. Many Page owners are keen to help expand their customer base and regularly post content on the platform, looking for increased interaction. While it is certainly easy to keep the posts flowing, posting successful content is more difficult to achieve… Continue reading Is there a perfect Facebook post?

Looking at HR modules for ERP

One of the keys to business success is your staff. If you as a manager or business owner treat your employees well, your business has a better chance of running far more smoothly and will be far easier to manage too. While this is certainly easy to say, it can be a challenge to effectively… Continue reading Looking at HR modules for ERP

Are you suffering from Shellshock?

When first announced in April of 2014, Heartbleed was one of the biggest security issues ever uncovered. Companies scrambled to patch systems and ensure they were protected from this problem. While big news, there is a recently uncovered security flaw called Shellshock which could make Heartbleed look relatively small in comparison, and it is a… Continue reading Are you suffering from Shellshock?

Looking at mobile payment systems

Small to medium businesses, like restaurants, fashion boutiques, salons, and service-based businesses are constantly looking for ways to minimize expenses. One way to do this is by implementing a mobile payment solution. This form of payment is set to take off in the coming months, especially when you take into account the number of new… Continue reading Looking at mobile payment systems

Observing app battery usage on iOS 8

Users who have an iPad 2 or newer are likely well aware of the fact that iOS 8 has been released, and many have probably already updated. While the new version of iOS does bring some interesting features, there are reports from some users that the battery is being drained far quicker than before they… Continue reading Observing app battery usage on iOS 8

New Google Hangouts released

The tablet, more specifically Android tablets, offer a wide variety of functions to business users, one of which is the ability to chat or even call other colleagues and customers. One app that enables this is Google Hangouts, which has recently been updated with not only a new look, but also enhanced calling features. Looking… Continue reading New Google Hangouts released

Office 2013 or Office 365?

While there are numerous popular software suites out there for businesses, one of the most popular has got to be Microsoft’s Office. Over the past couple of years, different versions of Office have surfaced, including Microsoft Office 2013 and Office 365. While both types include Office, there is confusion as to the difference between them.… Continue reading Office 2013 or Office 365?

Creating and formatting lists in Docs

In business writing, the list is one of the more useful components. Lists make it easier to view important content or break up longer content into smaller more easily digestible parts. If you use Google Apps, and more specifically Google Docs, do you know how to add and format lists? Did you also know that… Continue reading Creating and formatting lists in Docs