10 Things

Archive: 02-2012

• 10 tips for handling the death of an employee

  When a staff member dies, what steps do you need to take? Calvin Sun looks at how managers can handle the situation sensitively and pragmatically.

  Posted by Calvin Sun | February 29, 2012, 4:12 PM PST

• 10 reasons why laptops aren't facing extinction

  Is it possible that rumors of the laptop’s demise have been greatly exaggerated? Here’s a look at why laptops may continue to prevail.

  Posted by Brien Posey | February 29, 2012, 1:08 PM PST

• 10 questions non-techie managers should ask about IT projects

  Business managers may lack the tech knowledge to make sure a project is on the right track. Here’s what they should be asking IT to improve the odds of project success.

  Posted by Keith Faigin | February 28, 2012, 9:13 AM PST

• 10 tips for remembering names

  From both a professional and a social standpoint, forgetting people’s names can be a liability. Here are a few strategies for keeping names in your head.

  Posted by Calvin Sun | February 23, 2012, 2:31 PM PST

• 10 ways to avoid costly PCI compliance violations

  If you accept credit card payments, you must comply with PCI standards. Brien Posey explains what all the data security requirements actually mean for you.

  Posted by Brien Posey | February 23, 2012, 8:26 AM PST

• 10 reasons why you should learn Ruby on Rails

  There are plenty of compelling reasons to check out Ruby on Rails — like the development model, the job market, and the abundance of good IDEs.

  Posted by Justin James | February 23, 2012, 6:53 AM PST

• 10+ people who have had a positive impact on TR members

  In our latest Call for Feedback, we asked for stories about those who have helped you in your career. Turns out there’s a lot of positive influence in IT.

  Posted by Scott Lowe | February 21, 2012, 11:48 AM PST

• 10 ways tech can boost sales for SMBs

  SMBs that are smart about leveraging technology can see impressive sales increases. Here are some ways to use your IT resources to accomplish great things.

  Posted by Justin James | February 17, 2012, 2:15 PM PST

• 10 myths of BYOD in the enterprise

  The consumerization of IT is upon us — dragging numerous misconceptions in its wake. See how some recent reports have debunked a few common myths about BYOD.

  Posted by Gina Smith | February 16, 2012, 1:50 PM PST

• 10 things you should know about sexual harassment

  Sexual harassment is a workplace reality that requires managers to be vigilant and well informed. Here are some key issues every manager needs to be aware of.

  Posted by Calvin Sun | February 15, 2012, 9:18 AM PST