The Paperless Alternative: Document Management Best Practices

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As businesses move towards automated document management and begin to adopt software to remedy their paper-based problems, many will initially feel overwhelmed or discouraged. With many years of paper-based processes, businesses often feel that going against the grain may be too difficult of an undertaking. However, taking the first steps toward automated document management comes in […]

How to Make a Process Paperless

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A paperless process and paperless office is all the rage these days—and rightly so. Using physical documents in an operational or administrative process can be costly, inefficient and wasteful. It’s a remnant of a bygone era of (actual) carbon copy memos and typewriters.   However, “going digital” isn’t as simple as getting rid of your […]

What’s the ROI of Document Management Software?

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A business must always consider the ROI of the technology it uses, and how that technology will affect the bottom line. With today’s demand for instant access to information and efficient end to end business processes, paper is no longer a viable place to store and share information. Fortunately, there is a category of software […]

The Importance of Change Management

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Survival is based on the ability to adapt. This is true for organizations and businesses of all sizes that want to stay competitive. However, adaptability is only possible if everyone involved—individuals, departments, or even the entire company—is willing to do something new or different. That’s why change management is so important.   What Is Change […]

6 Steps Every Manager Needs to Take When Delegating Assignments

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A crucial part of being an effective manager is to find ways to maximize productivity without sacrificing quality. Mastering the art of delegation is essential for increasing your output and helping your organization to achieve its goals. However, not everyone knows how to delegate successfully.   To help ensure that you’ll get satisfactory results from […]

5 Benefits of Professional Network Monitoring

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The moment your network goes down, the clock starts ticking. The longer you’re down, the more money you are losing, and the harder it is to recover. How can you minimize the impact of network outages on your business? Professional network monitoring can keep an eye on your network 24/7, giving you important insights and […]

You Should Take Your Vacation, It’s Good For You!

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Have you ever been so caught up in work that you’ve cancelled a long awaited vacation? Feeling exhausted and frustrated by long hours but haven’t given yourself a break? A recent study found that the average employee only takes half of their allotted vacation time. No wonder they’re feeling exhausted.   Whether it’s a European tour, […]

Want to Boost Your Bottom Line? Take Control of Your Documents!

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If your business is like many others, you’re spending a lot of money on print and document-related expenses. It’s estimated that businesses spend 3% of their annual revenue on print, making it their third largest expense. Fortunately document management can help decrease your spending and boost your bottom line. Here are some tips to help […]