The way e-mail’s used says a lot about a company’s culture. But can e-mail patterns predict that a company’s about to go belly-up? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: crisis, e-mail. Enron
Many companies use “keylogging” software or hardware to monitor employees’ computer use. But they might be in trouble, according to this recent court case. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: keylogging, monitoring, spying, Wiretap Act
It’s no secret: Employees often use their workplace computers for non-work purposes. But when an employee does something illegal, is the company liable because it owns the equipment? Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: liability, monitoring, negligence
Technology’s changing the way companies communicate with employees — but there are some things that are still better discussed face-to-face. Read the rest of this entry »
E-mails are never private and always permanent. That’s why it’s critical that HR periodically reminds managers to watch what they write. Read the rest of this entry »
When you’re hiring IT staff, obviously you need people with the right technical skills. But other factors, like people skills or business knowledge, are also key. Here are some things to ask in an interview to keep those soft skills in focus. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: interviews, IT employees, soft skills
Most employers agree allowing employees to make easy withdrawals from 401(k) accounts is a bad idea. Soon, it might be illegal, too. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: 401k, debit card, Kohl, Schumer
When employees take company devices home, it can open the door for security problems. Here’s one way to help keep corporate data secure: Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: policy, security, Telecommuting
Though e-mail’s a preferred form of communication, some things are still better said in person. Read the rest of this entry »
Tags: e-mail, managers, mistakes, peformance, salary
A recent survey reveals that many employees are OK with sending offensive e-mails while they’re at work. That conduct can easily lead to lawsuits against their employers. Read the rest of this entry »
