Study: Tablet shipments projected to increase 58.7 percent in 2013

According to a report released by the International Data Corporation (IDC), by the end of 2013, tablet shipments are expected to grow 58.7 percent with more than 229 million units in the hands of consumers.

Study: 96 percent of employees believe a flexible office can improve productivity

The numbers show that 96 percent of workers believe a flexible working schedule is the most successful way to improving day-to-day productivity.

Unified communication solutions have lasting affect on operational efficiency

A recent Network World guest column highlights the operational efficiency with unified communications solutions bring to the table.

Millennial employees highlight need for remote workplace technologies

One of the best ways companies can cater to this new line of thinking is by investing in the right technology solution.

Cloud, VoIP solutions help business go mobile

By being mobile, with the help of cloud services and VoIP phone systems, Robbins said he was able to several all ties to a physical desk and eliminated the "I'll get back to you when I get back to office" strategy from his lexicon. Response time sped up and excuses for lax communication were tossed out.

Google rumored to be purchasing WhatsApp for $1 billion

Importance of cross platform communication can be seen in Google's rumored $1 billion acquisition of WhatsApp.

A look at unified communication preferences

According to a recent survey from IT Web, 68 percent of respondents are aware of the benefits of a UC system, while an additional 21 percent are aware but not fully comfortable yet.

IT departments require more focus in coming year

There are new devices and services hitting the market constantly that tech professionals are falling in love with and looking to incorporate into the company's infrastructure.

The new year means big things for BYOD

Being able to manage all of the systems that could be affected by an increase of mobile devices in the office can be challenging.

Disaster recovery part of many IT departments

Businesses that are looking to increase their data recovery solutions would be wise to partner with an IT consulting firm that offers solutions like those from EMC.