Tec(h)tonic

Insights into building a solid I.T. foundation in the mid-size business world.

Category: Advice

  • Very simple rule to live by as an I.T. admin

    Ask yourself this question when considering how buttoned up your company’s I.T. is: If I get hit by a bus today, will someone w/ access to a few key things be able to keep things running based on your clear, logical organization and documentation? If the answer is ‘no’ on any level then get to…

  • Making your project rollout a success

    I’ve spearheaded a number of tech projects in my day, from software roll-outs to custom systems to one-off projects, and I’ve learned a few things (mostly through trial-and-error) about what makes an effort a success or a failure. Don’t Show It Until It’s Ready I tend to let my enthusiasm get the better of me…

  • Psych 101 re. customer satisfaction

    Keep users confident in in the services you provide by always providing them with feedback. Remember: Good information is better than bad information and bad information is better than no information.