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Minding the generation gap pays off
Business owners and managers have been urged to grasp the challenges and opportunities created by today’s diverse workforce – which includes everyone from “baby boomers” to members of Generation Z. Delegates who attended our conference which was run along with B & G HR and Yorkshire Psychology Services (YPS), were encouraged to maximise their top asset in…
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Why 2015 was a great year for Octagon Technology
Now it’s the beginning of 2016 and that’s great! But when we look back, the last 12 months were full of good events and changes for Octagon Technology. Why was 2015 a great year for us? 1. As part of the celebrations for Octagon Technology’s 20th Anniversary in 2015, we sponsored the UK based, award…
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Season’s Greetings…
We would like to wish you a very happy Christmas and a very successful 2016… and of course, Technology Without Tears in this New Year 🙂
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Ransomware is a very invasive form of malware
7 simple rules you should follow to prevent the infection: Rule # 1. Make sure your computer system is protected at all times – use a reputable and up-to-date anti-virus system and run periodic scans with a trusted anti-malware product. Without a protection your system is vulnerable to Ransomware. Rule # 2. Stay vigilant and…
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What is #Ransomware, how it works and some #security tips #TechnologyWithoutTears
What is Ransomware and how it works Ransomware is a very invasive form of malware that only in the last few years has become a significant and global threat. It restricts access to your computer system, infecting your computers and networks and encrypting your vital files and data. And that’s not all, it then refuses…
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Black Friday is almost here! 8 tips on how to stay safe when shopping online #TechnologyWithoutTears
Black Friday is almost here! Octagon Technology are here to share some tips to make sure you stay safe when shopping online. Use an up-to-date anti-virus system and run periodic scans with a trusted anti-malware product – without a protection you are vulnerable to online threat. Check it is “https” the address bar – If…
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Meet the challenge of generation gap in the Digital Age #TechnologyWithoutTears
Stop texting and get your hammer out – meet the challenge of generation gap and maximise your team’s talent in the Digital Age Employing people from different generations is a great way of ensuring your business offers customers a fantastic range of expertise – but how do you make the most of it? Lincolnshire-based Octagon…
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Apprenticeships proved to be a significant benefit to Octagon Technology and their newest employee
Eighteen-year-old Connor Jeffery is the latest member of the Octagon Technology team, having worked for the company since March 2015. Connor is no longer an apprentice to us but a vital member of our client support team. Before joining Octagon Technology, Connor attended The Priory Academy LSST, where he was in the 6th form. He…
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Maximise your success in the Digital Age #TechnologyWithoutTears
FIVE different generations are employed in today’s workplace – bringing together a powerful mix of expertise – but also raising important management issues. Established and emerging digital technologies have supercharged the world of work and created slicker ways of operating. These changes have brought with them risks and rewards and firms are being urged to…
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Effective First Aid Training and knowledge saves lives #TechnologyWithoutTears
We never know exactly when an injury or illness may happen to us or the people around us. So is it important to know how to cope with a medical Emergency? All employers have a legal duty to arrange for the immediate care of employees if they become ill or suffer an injury when at…
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Best practices for backing up digital data #TechnologyWithoutTears
As life passes by, years seems to be shorter, and days disappears at in the blink of an eye; we use our own cameras or hire a professional photographer to capture these precious moments, which are next framed and hung on our walls or sit above our fire places. But, of course not all photos…
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A third of small and medium sized businesses let employees choose how to back up their data at work #TechnologyWithoutTears
Business data goes hand-in-hand with its operations and every company’s worst nightmare is losing valuable information, which may threaten its hard-earned competitive position, ruin the company’s reputation, or lead to expensive litigation. Still it is a commonly overlooked element within businesses. Studies show that a significant number of small and medium sized businesses let their…
