It was just last week that I released a news article explaining the dire condition that the United States’ power grid is in, both technologically speaking and in terms of security from a terror attack. Well it’s time to turn that article into some sort of blog or discussion because coincidentally the security issue hasRead… Read more »
Advancements in technology used to fight terrorism from Iraq to Afghanistan are not only a booming business, but a testament to how far these military contracted corporations are pushing the envelope. One such tool being implemented on the battlefield are UAVs or unmanned aerial vehicle(s). There are a number of reasons for the bullish effortRead… Read more »
Mobile products are one (CDs, DVDs, Podcasts, Computer or online training), and using mobile devices in training is yet another method to train; we need to understand limitations and advantages. The notion of using mobile technologies in education and training is an interesting one. I, for one, would like to see all public and privateRead… Read more »
Do you know why scotch tape is called scotch tape? I’ll tell you soon. First let’s explore its invention and the 3M business culture—where scotch tape was invented. In <The Myths of Innovations>, author Scott Berkun pointed out that Google was not the first company willing to give its employees time to work on theirRead… Read more »
While I host this Training and Development blog and use the occasional guest blogger, it is my hope that you will appreciate the other point of views. The article below by Jason Novosel, Novo Horizons Management Training, a company from Down Under spells out the phenomenon quite plainly. And, today, I share it with you.Read… Read more »
Deltek Senior Analyst Kyle Ridley reports. As we near the tenth anniversary of 9/11, it seems wireless communication during times of crisis is still an uphill battle. Tuesday’s 5.8-magnitude earthquake centered in Mineral, Va. left many East Coasters hanging on the line, waiting for a dial tone. Now, with Hurricane Irene fast approaching, will mobileRead… Read more »
This morning I got an email thread pointing to an article by Justin Longo on #Opendata: Digital-Era Governance Thoroughbred or New Public Management Trojan Horse? I’m still digesting it all but wanted to share some initial thoughts. The article begins with talking about he benefit of open data but its real goal is to argueRead… Read more »
These are unprecedented times of pressure for government agencies, forced to reduce spending and to cut budgets, while at the same time being asked to provide citizens with exceptional levels of customer service. The Executive Order on Streamlining Service Delivery and Improving Customer Service calls for executive departments and agencies to use technology to improveRead… Read more »
Being able to build and maintain relationships is what the overall concept of networking is about—social or otherwise. As individuals, developing and maintaining a strong circle of contacts allows us greater career opportunities, a greater capacity to engage in social gatherings, furthering friendships, mentoring and volunteer experiences, and the potential for growing business opportunities. TheRead… Read more »
Have you ever heard of a potential customer being “wowed” by a company’s policies and procedures ? NO of course not! Customers are impressed by slick technology, impressive office space and well spoken business development directors. Few small businesses ever want to spend their precious working capital on something as uniquely unglamorous as accounting andRead… Read more »