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In this HR Technologist article, Mike Hicks, CMO at Igloo discusses the limitations and problems with using Facebook in the workplace as a way for colleagues to connect.
When employees make connections, it can make your business stronger. According to McKinsey, employees who use social software are as much as 25% more productive at their jobs, and employees who are engaged socially are also more optimistic and less likely to leave their current company.
In a study, Igloo has found that 87% of employees connect with coworkers via Facebook, showing employees overwhelmingly want to connect with one another. But social networks like Facebook are external,…
In the final article of our three-part series on digital workplace evolution, we hear from Igloo Customers, about their own evolution experiences.
In part one and part two of this Evolution series, we met with Igloo's Brad Rooke who shared his expertise around evolving your digital workplace.
What we've learned so far
No matter the industry, every Igloo customer faces the same challenge of making sure their digital workplace adapts and evolves at the same pace as their organization.
What's next?
In this article, we've brought together some first-hand evolution experiences directly from our customers.
Rachel Foster's story
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New report on Digital Work Hubs by Aragon Research, Inc. positions Igloo in the leader quadrant. The report evaluated Igloo Software along with 17 other enterprise-grade platforms.
We're pleased to share that today, Igloo has been positioned by Aragon Research, Inc. in the “Leader” section of the Globe report for Digital Work Hubs, 
2020. The entire team here at Igloo is so proud to once again, be named a leader by such a well-respected analyst firm.
Aragon evaluated Igloo along with 17 other enterprise-grade platforms that facilitate the creation, curation, and communication of business content from the individual to the ecosystem level in the digital work hub category.…
In part two of a three-part series about digital workplace evolution, Igloo's evolution expert, Brad Rooke, describes specific elements to evolve for the greatest impact.
In our last article, Brad described the importance of making sure your digital workplace keeps pace with your organization's changing business needs. "True evolution covers the whole gamut - strategic, visual design, architecture, governance - these are the elements that turn a good digital workplace into a digital destination," he explained. In this article, Brad shares some key aspects of your digital workplace to evolve that will have a significant impact on usability, adoption, and…
Working with Freelancers? How to Effectively Manage Your Extended Team
In this article that was originally published in TLNT, Kristen Ruttgaizer, Director of HR at Igloo Software discusses the dos and don'ts that organizations can reference in order to effectively work with freelancers
In 2016, 20% of organizations reported that their workforce comprised at least 30% contingent workers in 2016.
While freelancers most likely won't become a full-time member of your company, they do have similar needs to any other employee. They need to understand the company’s mission and values, have easy access to necessary resources, and be…
In part one of a three-part series about digital workplace evolution, Igloo's evolution expert, Brad Rooke, will share his advice for maintaining momentum in your digital transformation journey.
“For me, becoming isn’t about arriving somewhere or achieving a certain aim. I see it instead as forward motion, a means of evolving, a way to reach continuously toward a better self. The journey doesn’t end.”
― Michelle Obama, Becoming
The above quote speaks to me as a digital workplace engagement expert. Stagnation, or failing to keep pace with your organization's changing business needs is a recipe for disaster. Your organization's ability to adapt mirrors what happens in the digital…
Kristen Ruttgaizer, Director of HR at Igloo Software discusses knowledge sharing practices in the workplace, solutions for housing all business-related communication and collaboration, self-service HR, and more.
HR professionals have fuller plates than ever. They’re charged with helping to shape the employee experience, playing a strategic role in departmental and organizational objectives, and with the time that’s left, managing a long list of administrative and transactional tasks that are required to keep the business moving.
When we’re focused on getting everything done (and fast), sometimes good knowledge-sharing practices can fall to the wayside. Fortunately, there are digital workplace tools…
Executive involvement often drives prioritization and helps get things done. So why not use that power to build company culture and employee engagement in your digital workplace?
In part one of this two-part series on building executive engagement, we explored how Igloo Solutions align with the top needs of your executives, helping to get their buy-in and demonstrate value. In this second article, we'll look at how you can disrupt the common perception of executives being inaccessible to the masses, creating a team of involved, personable leaders that are invested in building company culture and employee engagement. It's a challenge, not for the faint of heart, but it's…
3 Strategies for Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Your Digital Workplace
Sean Duffy, Director, Product Management at Igloo discusses AI deployments in the workplace. A big topic for sure, Sean shares three tips for leaders looking to ensure success with future AI deployments. This article was originally featured in CMS Wire.
AI applications can free up teams to focus on new initiatives that can unlock business value – but they can only do that if they have been deployed correctly.
Indeed, AI applications must be rolled out with care in the enterprise. While such initiatives need not be daunting undertakings, business leaders must invest time and resources toward careful deployment plans for AI applications across the entire organization, not just in silos. Doing so will lead to higher adoption rates and, ultimately,…
Executives have got the clout to boost digital workplace engagement. They're also one of the most difficult audience groups to engage. In part one of this two-part series, we'll explore how to deliver value to your executives to increase their engagement.
Let's face it. Executives are busy.
That said, executive engagement is arguably the most critical factor in successful adoption of any digital workplace. If leadership isn't actively engaging within the digital workplace, your employees likely won’t either.
Strategic alignment for a "big picture" view
To get buy-in from your executive leadership team, your digital workplace must align to the mission, vision, and strategy of your organization. Be sure to include this strategic alignment in your…
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