{"id":4788,"date":"2020-04-13T09:52:45","date_gmt":"2020-04-13T06:52:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tmc.ke\/staging\/?p=4788"},"modified":"2020-04-13T10:34:27","modified_gmt":"2020-04-13T07:34:27","slug":"tools-for-working-remotely-part-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tmc.ke\/staging\/tools-for-working-remotely-part-1\/","title":{"rendered":"TOOLS FOR WORKING REMOTELY  (Part 1)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-text-align-center has-very-dark-gray-color\"><em>Circumstances may cause\n interruptions and delays, but never lose sight of your goals.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-text-align-center has-very-dark-gray-color\">&nbsp;\u2013Mario Andretti<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">Dealing  with a global pandemic also means that we all must learn to adapt to the  changes around us and make the best of things. Government issued lockdowns and  curfews have led many companies to switch to remote working to ensure that  work still gets done. Luckily there many tools available to ease the  transition from the office environment to working remotely. Find out about  these handy tools in this blog post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li><strong>SKYPE\nFOR BUSSINESS<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">Skype\nfor Business is a trusted enterprise solution designed by Microsoft to enable\nefficient communication in companies and connects employers, employees and\ncustomers effectively around the globe. It combines phone calls, video\nconferences and messaging services into one entity to increase efficiency and\npromote business growth.<a href=\"#_ftn1\">[1]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"is-layout-flow wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">Some\nof its features include:<a href=\"#_ftn2\">[2]<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>HD video streaming<\/li><li>High level security through data encryption to protect valuable company data<\/li><li>Video conference options that can accommodate up to 250 meeting attendees<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">A major advantage of this software is that it does away with travel and communication costs with its video conference option. Additionally, the software is secure, very user friendly and portable &#8211;  it can be accessed on many devices as long as a Wi-Fi connection is available.<a href=\"#_ftn3\">[3]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\"><li><strong>EVERNOTE <\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">Evernote is a free app for your smartphone and computer that stores everything you could possibly imagine losing track of &#8211;  a boarding pass, receipt  or article you want to read. You can create a to do list, or even a simple typed note. The app works brilliantly, keeping everything synchronised between your computer, smartphone, or tablet. The app is also ideal for managing projects and productivity.<a href=\"#_ftn4\">[4]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">For companies, Evernote Business is available and allows teammates or members of a company to access, upload, share and edit notes from any device. This app is especially resourceful for those who are working remotely because it automatically syncs up with all your devices when you add or upload new content. This means that you are not limited or tied to just one machine.<a href=\"#_ftn5\">[5]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\"><li><strong>GOOGLE DRIVE<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">It goes without saying that running a company results in the generation and collection of large amounts of data. Therefore, companies need a safe and reliable place to store all this data &#8211; in comes Google Drive. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">Google Drive is a cloud-based software application that lets you create, store, and share documents and data from around the world in one place. This is ideal for companies as it enables teams to access files from anywhere as long as they are connected to the internet. Additionally, it is possible to edit documents and get replies and feedback and therefore increasing collaborative productivity. It is also protected by SSL encryption that operates on both Gmail and other Google services so you can rest assured that your valuable data is safe.<a href=\"#_ftn6\">[6]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\"><li><strong>HUBSTAFF<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">As\nan employer, when making the transition to remote working, you\u2019ll want software\nthat can keep track of employee\u2019s work hours, progress and productivity as\neasily as it\u2019s done in the office. &nbsp;Hubstaff is a time tracking and work\nmanagement app built to help teams make the most out of their time, build\ntrust, and provide accountability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">Once\nthe app is running, it monitors which websites and applications your team is\nviewing, their screen activity, and how much time they spend at their desktop.\nIt then gathers all this data and creates individual reports for all your\nemployees. Your team members can also track how much time they spent on a\nparticular task or project.<a href=\"#_ftn7\">[7]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\"><li><strong>HEADSPACE<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">When\nworking from home it can sometimes be difficult to disconnect after a long day\nof meetings and work tasks. Headspace is a meditation and healthy living app\nthat aims to reduce stress, improve mindfulness, and save remote workers from\nburn-out. It\u2019s important to step away, especially when working from home. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">Studies have shown that taking time to practice stillness and meditate using the Headspace app can increase focus by 13%. Meditation also promotes increased awareness, clarity, compassion, and a sense of calmness.<a href=\"#_ftn8\">[8]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">The right remote work tools will make you and your remote colleagues more productive. They&#8217;ll also allow you to experience the human connection of office work, while preserving your <a href=\"https:\/\/tmc.ke\/staging\/striking-a-healthy-work-life-balance\/\">freedom to work from home<\/a>. For any companies making the transition to working remotely, try out these efficient tools to ensure success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">Found this helpful? Try this: <a href=\"https:\/\/tmc.ke\/staging\/working-from-home-how-to-do-is-successfully\/\">Working from home: How to do it successfully<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">If you&#8217;re a manager\/business owner check this out: <a href=\"https:\/\/tmc.ke\/staging\/managing-remote-employees-best-practices\/\">How to manage remote employees: best practices<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color has-very-dark-gray-color\">As Usual, <a href=\"https:\/\/tmc.ke\/staging\">The Manpower Company (TMC) <\/a>is here to support you and your business through this unprecedented time. With innovative consultancy, guiding you is what we&#8217;re here for. Let us know what you need in the comments below or email:  info@tmc.ke <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mshimba Michelle <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref1\">[1]<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/searchunifiedcommunications.techtarget.com\/definition\/Skype-for-Business\">https:\/\/searchunifiedcommunications.techtarget.com\/definition\/Skype-for-Business<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref2\">[2]<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nimble.com\/blog\/skype-for-business\/\">https:\/\/www.nimble.com\/blog\/skype-for-business\/<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref3\">[3]<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/www.freedomcomms.com\/blog-post\/skype-for-business-advantages-and-disadvantages\/\">http:\/\/www.freedomcomms.com\/blog-post\/skype-for-business-advantages-and-disadvantages\/<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref4\">[4]<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/lifehacker.com\/whats-all-the-fuss-about-evernote-should-i-be-using-it-5964285\">https:\/\/lifehacker.com\/whats-all-the-fuss-about-evernote-should-i-be-using-it-5964285<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref5\">[5]<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifewire.com\/what-is-evernote-3485736\">https:\/\/www.lifewire.com\/what-is-evernote-3485736<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref6\">[6]<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.goskills.com\/Office-Productivity\/Articles\/Google-Drive-features-review\">https:\/\/www.goskills.com\/Office-Productivity\/Articles\/Google-Drive-features-review<\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref7\">[7]<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/hubstaff.com\/faq\">https:\/\/hubstaff.com\/faq<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"#_ftnref8\">[8]<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.headspace.com\/meditation\/benefits\">https:\/\/www.headspace.com\/meditation\/benefits<\/a> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Circumstances may cause interruptions and delays, but never lose sight of your goals. &nbsp;\u2013Mario Andretti Dealing with a global pandemic also means that we all must learn to adapt to the changes around us and make the best of things. Government issued lockdowns and curfews have led many companies to switch to remote working to ensure that work still gets done. Luckily there many tools available to ease the transition from the office environment to working remotely. Find out about these handy tools in this blog post. 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