Usually when we talk about designing an intranet, we refer to its user interface, usability, and how the content is organized. But this time let’s look at the visual design of an intranet “” what it looks like. How important is it for your intranet to be visually appealing? Does it need to be pretty? […]
Intranet Visual Design: Does Your Intranet Need To Be Pretty? Read More »
Whether your company is just considering setting up an intranet, or you already have one up and running, a discussion you cannot escape is one about Intranet ROI or return on investment. Intranets, especially the current intranets with social features, invariably require significant investments. These include the cost of the software itself, but also human
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You’ve built it, so why aren’t they coming? When it comes to the intranet, just having one is not a guarantee that staff will actually use it. If you’re struggling with low user adoption of your intranet, then read on. From what I’ve observed, there are only 3 main reasons why employees either don’t use
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By now you’ve heard the term “social intranet” brandished around extensively. What makes an intranet social anyway? What differentiates a social intranet from a traditional intranet? And why would one company intentionally look for a social intranet, while another one avoids it? I believe the elements that make an intranet social are the same ones
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Press Release Windsor, Ontario. – Vialect Inc, a Windsor-based software company, is launching the latest version of Noodle intranet software at the Windsor-Essex Tech Show on October 29, 2013. Already known for its ease of use and robust functionality, Noodle, a social intranet software, has become easier to implement with this new release. “Noodle is
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Does your company intranet look contemporary? Or does it look like a website from the ’80s? It may not seem like a big deal, but the overall look and feel of your intranet can affect staff members’ motivation to use it and their subsequent satisfaction with the intranet. Below are some common practices that can
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A good intranet name can motivate your staff to use your intranet. But how do you come up with one? Watch this video to get your creative juice flowing:
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We already know internal blogging can be good for one’s career. In the case of internal blogging by your CEO, there are even more benefits. Internal blogging certainly won’t hurt your CEO’s career. After all, internal blogging is an excellent way for your CEO to build and demonstrate their authority. And CEO blogging on the
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Many clients come to us, because they’re looking for an alternative to SharePoint. I am curious. Why is that? SharePoint is the number one intranet software; about half of all intranets are built on it. So why is it that so many organizations decide to look for Alternatives to Sharepoint? To answer this question, I
3 Reasons You Should Not Use SharePoint and what could be an alternative. Read More »
When CWD began looking for intranet software, they wanted what most companies do. First, a centralized portal for various types of information for staff. These included announcements, promotions, new hires, instruction manuals, and photos. They also wanted a shared calendar for out-of-office and other activities. Another goal for CWD was to reduce emails about internal
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