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Are You Keeping Up with the Rapid Pace of Tech in the Workplace?

18/1/2018

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​Years ago trying to do the simplest of tasks would have taken ages, as well as correcting any possible mistakes. The common phrase ‘it was simpler back in the day’ doesn’t always apply, especially when it comes to the workplace.
 
If anything, things are now made faster and simpler with the use of technology, but the important question is, are you keeping up with the rapidity of tech developments? The best leaders are always on the lookout for new systems that will help them get ahead of the rest. Here are some tips to help you keep up:
 
Develop Your View: Expanding your view is a vital aspect; don’t just keep an eye on leading companies from your sector, broaden your horizons. Check out firms that are outside your industry, ones who are using new technologies to develop. Some of the best tools being used will be out of your usual boundaries and may give you the best inspiration.   
 
Evaluate Available Resources: Reading different posts and publications that are centered on how firms can apply new technologies to help them develop, will give you a great insight for your own business. As well as reading content, curating some of your own and posting it online will also help to develop your understanding. Interacting with others focusing on the same topic, such as responding to other readers’ comments will help increase your engagement.
 
After reading up and writing content, start to follow different technology influencers and experts who are developing and reporting on the latest trends and tools in the technological market. Make sure to not only focus on the experts, but also talk to some customers or other leaders about what technologies they are using in their company. 
 
Incorporate Training: Organise some training for your employees to ensure they understand the steps needed to keep up with different tech tools. Sit in on the training yourself to reap the benefits and expand on the knowledge you already have. Training will benefit you to lead your workers in a way that will help increase their motivation. Offering training to your team will show how you embrace changes with a positive attitude, which in turn will make them act in the same way.
 
After training ask staff to keep an eye out for any upcoming technology tools that they feel would be beneficial. If any tools are then incorporated into the business, offer a reward to the relevant staff member to give the team more motivation to find new tech systems.
 
Update Systems: Make sure that all files, from contracts to reports, are all kept in a secure online cloud. This tool allows for you and your workers to access them anywhere, on any platform, 24/7.
 
There has been a massive shift in how technology is used in the hiring process of a workplace. Different platforms like LinkedIn showing potential hires work profiles with the click of a button is rapidly changing how new recruits are chosen and the posting of job advertisements.
 
If your employees use a clocking-in system, try and update it with new methods, such as checking in with their mobile phones or fingerprint scanning. Older methods are usually slower and more unreliable. Bringing in a more modern method will make it easier for workers and helps bring a more contemporary feel to the workplace.  
 
You will find that there are many resources out there, but it is important to weed them out so that all of your focus is on the main ones. The best way for you to do this is to rank the ones that have a better chance of working for your business. At the same time, rank the developments in terms of subject matter, an example of this could be your learning style.
 
Efficient managers are aware of the fast-paced world of tech and the dangers of not having an open mind about developing different methods. There have been many companies in the past who have ignored the changes, only to fall far behind major competitors. So take initiative and use the strategies mentioned above to help your business to grow.      

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29/10/2024 10:06:16 pm

How has the integration of platforms like LinkedIn reshaped the hiring process, and what are the potential benefits and limitations of using social media for recruitment?
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