Real estate, which arguably originated in the Roman period with the Roman law of property and possession, seemingly has few avenues for substantive change. Intuitively, this makes sense — after a couple of millennia, there are traditional real estate methodologies that rule the industry. However, despite the sparse change and innovation, recent developments and investments in […]
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Three Steps to Build Out Your Real Estate Tech Stack
Real estate laws and customs date back centuries in some cases. It’s no surprise that a field so rich in tradition is resistant to change. However, the systems surrounding real estate — the software in particular — have needed upgrades for many years. A sound real estate tech stack acts as a way for organizations […]
Ditch Spreadsheets with Shareholder Technology Platform Astrella
Looking for a scenario to justify ditching spreadsheets? How about this one? Click. Delete. “We’re sorry, your data cannot be recovered.” It’s the stuff of CEO nightmares: losing data due to a small slip of the finger on the mouse. Getting hacked and losing confidence in critical information about shareholders. If you’re a CEO or […]
5 Ways Robotics Are Making Life Safer
Technological innovations related to the field of robotics seem to have reached a fever pitch. Since the turn of the 21st century, the world has witnessed the introduction of robots in many forms. And people have become increasingly comfortable with their presence. Just look at the success of the Roomba line of self-propelled vacuum cleaners, […]
How to Find Alignment in IT Infrastructure Management
Technology and business needs are constantly evolving, and as they do, companies must ensure IT infrastructure and overall operations maintain alignment. However, misalignment is all too easy when technology is constantly updating. What Types of Changes Occur in Infrastructure? Companies’ most common mistake is not understanding how much, how often, or what types of changes […]
Automation in the Workplace: if You’re Not Automating, What are You Really Doing?
Automation in 2022 is different from the robot takeover that some people have envisioned. Automation in the workplace now refers to platforms and systems that allow a layman to accelerate efficiency through digital means. As a result, manual efforts are minimized, making business processes more cost-efficient, error-proof, and consistent. Additionally, the saved amount of time […]
How to Achieve Digital Transformation Goals with Hyperautomation
Are you an IT leader feeling stuck in your digital transformation goals? You are not alone. One of the most challenging questions in digital transformation is how to go from vision to execution. You may not be as far behind as you think. You simply need to adopt a better approach. One approach that will […]
Why Automating Everything Might Not Be Your Best Solution
Low-code/no-code development offers a tantalizing future where almost anybody can create workflow automation to streamline operations for a more efficient, productive workplace. According to TechRepublic, 47% of organizations already use low-code/no-code platforms, with workflow automation being the leading reason. The business world is certainly ready to embrace low-code/no-code development in its everyday operations. However, as […]
Walnut for Teams Lets Revenue Teams Scale Better, Together
The sales world is a high-pressure space. Everywhere you turn, competition is intense. Only the most convincing salespeople with the best products and services find lasting success. In this kind of intimidating professional atmosphere, the last thing you want is for your tools to hold you back — especially something as critical as a product […]
The Future of the Software Developer Role
Software developers have been one of the most challenging jobs to fill in the U.S. for nearly ten years, so it’s no surprise that the developer shortage is set to escalate, with new figures showing a 35% shortfall by 2025. With analysts predicting that as much as 90% of organizations will be going digital and deploying […]
How the AI-to-Data Continuum is Forever Changing Work
The upheaval brought on by COVID-19 makes previous shifts seem glacial in comparison. Yet, perhaps no change was as sudden as the need to minimize human contact. Consumer and business behaviors changed virtually overnight, remote work was preferred (if not required), and digital spending became the new normal. Customers today aren’t just buying convenience goods online; they’re […]
Financial Automation Should Become a Top Focus for Remote Companies
Financial automation is not a top focus right now with remote companies. Your accounts payable people are almost certainly struggling. Isolation from other employees in the organization often occurs with the Accounts Payable department. On top of that, while businesses put AP teams in charge of paying invoices and managing expenditures, the AP teams often […]
Intelligent Automation: Understanding the Tools that Transform Your Business
Digital transformation has become a buzzword that can be an overwhelming concept. Most companies know they need to do it, but they are not sure where to start. With so many different acronyms and terms in the world of intelligent automation, it can be challenging to know what it all means. Understanding the Tools that […]
Top No-Code Tools to Automate Your Approval Process
If your business hasn’t automated its approval process, you’re probably losing valuable staff time to repetitive tasks. Approving timesheets, time-off requests, purchase orders, work orders, and more involves processes with many steps. In fact, just the act of sending emails to verify approvals can eat into your staff’s time. Creating apps that automate your approval […]
Why We Shouldn’t Fear Elon Musk’s Cyber Pig
In August of 2020, a curious hashtag started trending that was strange, even by Twitter’s standards: #CyberPig. This was a sobriquet for Gertrude, a hog serving as the star of the latest eye-popping PR event for Elon Musk’s Neuralink. The display was more reminiscent of a magic show than a PR event. And as the former vice president of […]
How Workflow Automation is Changing the Back Office
The back office of your business consists of employees in administrative and supportive roles. While the admin responsibilities don’t directly work with customers, they’re the engine of your ship. The back-office staff keeps everything up and running no matter what happens up front, and they need support to do so. Workflow automation changes how the […]
How to Leverage Marketing Automation to Generate More Leads
Whether it is a start-up or an established one, marketing teams of every business strive to generate more and more customers who genuinely show interest in your product or service. Generating these customers is known as lead generation, where through transparent means of communication, you develop long-term relationships with customers rather than chasing them randomly […]
Is Automation Truly Coming for White Collar Jobs?
For years, we’ve been hearing that automation is coming to white collar jobs, crossing a barrier that we previously thought uncrossable. But is this truly the case? And if so, which white collar jobs are the most susceptible to being replaced? Blue Collar vs. White Collar: The Automation Dilemma Historically, blue collar jobs have been […]
How Today’s Startups Can Adapt to a Globally Distributed Model
The digital office means that jobs don’t necessarily need to be done in-person, and today’s startup leaders are realizing that many projects can be done at a lower cost remotely, without any drop in quality.
Knowing WFH Preferences Key to Employee Recruitment and Retention
It’s no secret that there’s substantial competition in the tech industry for great talent. Understanding what motivates employees and what type of work environments they prefer can go a long way in attracting the best tech talent. As a result of the pandemic impacting the future of work, major tech companies are taking note and […]