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Can a computer program put writers out of work?
Apr 6

Apr 6 Can a computer program put writers out of work?

Laura Haight
business, communication, technology, writing, futurist

Computer programs using high-end algorithms and artifical intelligence capabilities like Natural Language Generation are writing a lot of the stories you read in newspapers and online, and a lot of the reports you might be getting from service providers. Good thing or bad? Can NGL take the place of a good human? 

How did you celebrate National Backup Day?
Mar 31

Mar 31 How did you celebrate National Backup Day?

Laura Haight
BizSafe, business, security, technology

Did your computer crash on National Backup Day? Maybe not, but the odds are not in your favor. Some simple steps can help you be prepared to get your data back.

Net Neutrality gives startups and small businesses an even playing field
Mar 16

Mar 16 Net Neutrality gives startups and small businesses an even playing field

Laura Haight
futurist, technology

Net Neutrality has been a hotly debated issue, but in the final analysis it's the right move for everyone. Particularly for startups and innovative small businesses.

Build a better meeting; don't bust the budget
Mar 6

Mar 6 Build a better meeting; don't bust the budget

Laura Haight
business, communication, connections, mobile workforce, technology, training

Useful meetings may be a contradiction in terms sometimes, but they are especially challenging when remote workers need to be collaborating with their team. You don't have to buy a telepresence system to build a better meeting environment to bring your staff together. 

Why every business should hire a journalist
Feb 28

Feb 28 Why every business should hire a journalist

Laura Haight
business, communication, connections

Why is the reduction-in-force among professional journalists good news for business? Because there is a large pool of smart, dedicated, versatile communicators out there ready to put those talents to work for your business. Here are four reasons why you should have journalists on your team.

Beyond the map: 3 ways businesses can use GPS
Feb 13

Feb 13 Beyond the map: 3 ways businesses can use GPS

Laura Haight
business, communication, mobile technology, mobile workforce, technology

GPS was an essential element of making the smartphone, well, smart. But there's a lot more a small business can do than just navigate. 

Does art imitate life or inspire it?
Jan 30

Jan 30 Does art imitate life or inspire it?

Laura Haight
technology, futurist

Today's technology was yesterday's sci-fi flick. Makes you wonder who's imitating who. Take a look back - and forward - at some real tech that you first saw on TV.

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