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CXO

Creating an IT policy that works

Make sure your IT policies are solidly built and properly implemented, that they have a broad base of organizational support, and that they're regularly reviewed and kept updated.

Mobility

Ways to keep handheld device data safe

In today's wireless world, data backup on handheld devices is a crucial task. Learn how to back up data on Tablet PCs as well as other handheld devices.

Microsoft

Step-By-Step: Revive failed devices with My Drivers

Use this utility to make sure a dead piece of hardware is really dead

Tech & Work

Download this sabbatical policy to improve employee performance

Sabbaticals can boost professional development and company performance by revitalizing weary staffers. Download this sample sabbatical policy and application to take the first steps towards establishing this valuable career tool.

Tech & Work

Download two tools to help you draft an employment contract

While it's difficult to get an employment contract these days, it's not impossible. Get a few steps ahead by downloading our employment contract template and reviewing our comprehensive checklist of contractual issues.

CXO

Stepping down from an ill-fitting promotion can be a wise move

You've come to realize that your new promotion is not the best fit for you or the company. While it's tempting to stay on, the best step for all might be for you to step down. The key is doing it without committing career suicide.

Tech & Work

Leaving management for a hands-on job gives exec rewarding work, new skills

An ex-CIO made a decision to take a more hands-on role and got back in touch with the joys and frustrations of network administration. He also has the opportunity to catch up on new technologies and devote more time to career networking.

Security

New California law demands that security become a legal issue

A California law that is set to go into effect soon confirms the role of the CIO as the network watchdog. It also opens up new concerns about network security vulnerabilities. See how this new legal twist affects your security planning.

Tech & Work

Leaving management for a hands-on job gives exec rewarding work, new skills

An ex-CIO made a decision to take a more hands-on role and got back in touch with the joys and frustrations of network administration work. He also has the opportunity to catch up on new technologies and devote more time to career networking.

Security

IDS: The integrated partner for your firewall

A firewall shouldn't be your only means of protection. That's why Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) are becoming a necessary complement for existing firewall solutions. Download our IDS checklist to begin creating your IDS integration strategy.

PURPOSE This policy from TechRepublic Premium provides guidelines for reliable and secure backups of end user data. It outlines the responsibilities of IT departments and employees to identify tasks and action items for each group. The policy can be customized to fit the needs of your organization. From the policy: IT STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES IT staff ...

This policy from TechRepublic Premium provides guidelines for the appropriate use of electronic communications. It covers topics such as privacy, confidentiality and security; ensures electronic communications resources are used for appropriate purposes; informs employees regarding the applicability of laws and company policies to electronic communications; and prevents disruptions to and misuse of company electronic communications ...

PURPOSE Change is inevitable in any technological sector; it brings new features, functions and opportunities and helps businesses prosper through evolution. However, change can be detrimental to company operations if not executed properly through advanced notification of and approval by involved personnel. This change order form is designed to help you plan, implement and track ...

mitchbryant

Creating an IT policy that works

Ways to keep handheld device data safe

Step-By-Step: Revive failed devices with My Drivers

Download this sabbatical policy to improve employee performance

Download two tools to help you draft an employment contract

Stepping down from an ill-fitting promotion can be a wise move

Leaving management for a hands-on job gives exec rewarding work, new skills

New California law demands that security become a legal issue

Leaving management for a hands-on job gives exec rewarding work, new skills

IDS: The integrated partner for your firewall

End user data backup policy

Electronic communication policy

Change order form

Electronic data disposal policy