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Love and Deep Deadlines | A LaDS Corporate AU - Chapter 2

Summary:

Amidst the cut throat culture of Onyxion Enterprises where cutting-edge innovation is overshadowed by corporate chaos, no one talks about how hard it is to be an intern.

Alongside Caleb, the sales department smooth-talker; Zayne, the cold and unflappable CTO; Xavier, a director who might as well be an intern himself; and Rafayel, the overly dramatic Creative Director who brings his own flair to every meltdown, our intern is just trying to survive the workday. Oh, and don’t forget Onyxion’s very own CEO, Sylus, a walking HR violation who gets off on terrorizing his employees.

In this company, will love bloom before the deadlines run deep, or will the company go under first?

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I settled into my desk, making the rounds to introduce myself to my peers.

The warm welcomes helped to calm my nerves as I was just asked to settle down for now and watch some training videos on the overarching strategy within our marketing department.

It was truly corporate when there were hundreds of acronyms thrown at you left and right with the expectations that you already knew them.

I let out a sigh of relief, seeing that there was a pdf of the list buried in the Sharepoint file manager under “New Employee Resources”.  We love a self-aware corporation.

The twenty page long document was intense, and my monitor and docking station had not yet arrived.  The task of watching the training videos whilst taking notes and trying to find the acronyms required the usage of multiple screens.  My small laptop screen wouldn’t cut it.

At least the documentation for most things was there for a new employee.  The printer had step-by-step instructions on how to set up the network printer and get your print from the queue with your protocore identification band.  It should work with any printer in the building.

I sent the acronym list to the printer; a printer should be around here somewhere.

I stood up and wandered through the rows of cubicles, searching for the nearest one.

The rows of cubicles stretched out like a field, divided on occasion by a floor-to-ceiling divider to separate specialized teams, and I wandered through the rows peering occasionally around to see if there was a hidden printer somewhere.

After wandering for a good while, it all looked the same to me.

I was lost.

Were all office buildings like this?  Everything looked the exact same, how would you know where to go?

I’m sure that Caleb had the same problem and probably painted his cubicle with extravagant stripes of orange and blue and filled his space with model planes and apples to find his spot better, but I wasn’t employed in any permanent position to be decorating my own cubicle like that.

I turned the corner, finding a printer was no longer the priority as there was a rising panic that I’ve lost my way back to my team’s room.

My dread was interrupted by a loud banging in one of the corridors.  Curious, I traced the source.  Tucked against a partition, was my original objective for leaving my desk - a printer!

But along with finding my goal, I stumbled on the interesting sight of a man with short blonde hair fiddling with the control panel, occasionally hitting it with his hand in frustration and giving it a kick for good measure.  His aggravated assaults on the poor machine were the source of the banging sounds that I heard earlier.

“Why are you not working?” he groaned into his hand.

Did he not know how to use the printer?  Maybe he is an intern like me?  I’m sure that if I didn’t find the printer guide earlier, I would have been doing this exact same thing.  The thought of finding another co-worker in a similar position gave me the confidence to interrupt his frustrations.  “Is the printer not working?” I asked, approaching him with a friendly smile.

He turned to face me, blue eyes locking with mine as I saw  the annoyance behind them, but he was professional enough to not let it be directed at me.  “I don’t know how to work this stupid thing,” he muttered, hitting the printer again.  “Ah, sorry.”  He rubbed his head abashedly.

I jumped at the sound, but quickly got over it.  “That’s ok!” I said with some optimism in my voice.  “Can I try?”

Interns should help one another out.  I gave him my name as an introduction, extending my hand to shake his.  “I’m new here!  I’ve just started as an intern!”  He locked eyes with me and gave me a friendly smile, nodding at my words and grabbing my hand with a firm shake.  I beamed at the prospect of a new friendship.  “I read the printer guide, do you think I can try and see if I can help you out?”

 “Please do.  Go ahead.  My name’s Xavier, by the way.”

A sense of happiness coursed through me as I thought that I could make friends with a fellow intern this way.  We could help each other out.  If we’re on the same floor, he would be in marketing as well.

I tapped my wrist on the flat panel scanner, the printer humming and blinking green as it authenticated me.  My documents populated in the queue and I made sure that the right one was selected before entering in final specifications and hitting print.

My acronyms worksheet came out on warm paper, double-sided and stapled neatly in the corner.

“Hey!  I got it to work!”

Xavier looked stunned as he went back and forth staring between the stack of papers in my hand and the printer.  “...That’s amazing…!”  He looked at me dead in the eyes.  “You’re telling me you did that without black magic?  Or several tickets with the IT desk?  Hours on the line with them into the dead of night?  Are you sure you’re just an intern?”

I laughed and gestured to his hand for his protocore id band.  “What are you printing?  Want me to help you?”

Xavier let a small smile crawl up onto his lips as he nodded.  “Yes, please!”

He watched eagerly as I showed him how to use his protocore band to authenticate with the server and pull his documents off of the cloud.

I couldn’t suppress the laughter bubbling in me as he was so thrilled that the printer could also staple and hole punch the sheets.

He finally held up his stack of documents in awe.  He called my name.  “You’re amazing!  Thank you!”

“It’s no big deal!  I’m happy to help a fellow intern out!”

“Hm?  Intern?”  He looked confused at my words, but I was too excited to focus on that part and the words came out of my mouth before I could stop it.

“Let’s be friends!  I’m new, so I haven’t met anyone yet, but I was happy to run into you here, Xavier!”  There was a slight flush on his face, and I felt that perhaps this wasn’t how you made friends in the corporate world.  “O-oh, unless you don’t want to, or you work somewhere else-.  I didn’t mean-”

“N-no, we could be friends!”  Xavier placed a reassuring hand on my shoulder.  “I…I would like that.”

I couldn’t resist the smile on my face from the excitement of my first work friend.

But I was probably gone from my desk for long enough, and now that I had my prints, I should really head back.  The issue was that I just didn’t know where to go.  Perhaps Xavier did.  “By chance do you know where the product marketing group sits?  I got lost trying to find the printer,” I admitted, rubbing my head in embarrassment.  “It kinda looks all the same here, huh?”

“Oh, product marketing?  Yea, they sit over in group D3, do you want me to walk you there?”

“That would be great!  Only if you don’t mind!”

Xavier smiled at me.  “Not at all.  Let’s go.”

I trailed happily behind him with a skip in my step.

“We’re here.  Is this your desk?”  He pointed at the desk right by the door.

“Yep!  I sit here!  Hey, if you ever need me or just want to hang out just let me-”

“Huh?  Director Xavier?”  My words were cut off by Tara’s surprise.  “What brings you here?”

My brain short-circuited. Director Xavier?

“Oh I was just showing her the way back to her desk,” Xavier pointed at me.  The smile dropped from my face and cold chills ran down my spine.  He wasn’t an intern?  He was a higher up?  I was just prancing around the cubicles with him a minute ago.  We high fived each other and made a work bestie vow.  But he was one of the bosses?

The world was collapsing before my very eyes.  My 20-page printout of the acronyms nearly fell out of my hands.

“Oh so you’ve met our new intern already!” Tara clasped her hands together happily.  “We were going to introduce you later during the all-hands, but this works better!”  Tara turned to me, pulling me by the shoulder to turn and look at Xavier.  “As you know, we all report to Jenna, and Jenna reports to Director Xavier.  He oversees product marketing, so we’re one of the few groups that he manages.  You could say that he’s one of the bosses that we do a lot of work for.”

It took all my willpower to not let my jaw drop to the floor.

He was a director and I called him a fucking intern.  I asked if we could be buddies.  What kind of intern has the audacity to ask the director to be besties with her?

This might be my first and last day on the job.

“I-It was really nice to meet you, D-director Xavier-” my voice trailed off and I struggled to maintain eye contact with him after the embarrassment of calling him an intern earlier.

Xavier was much more composed than I was.  It was no wonder he was a director.  He gave me a kind smile, reaching out his hand to me.  I took it and watched it flop awkwardly as he shook it.  Tara looked at me with concern.

At this point, it doesn’t matter anymore.

“It was really great meeting you too.  If I have printer problems again or if you also want to hang out, I’ll be sure to drop by now that I know where you sit,” he stated before clutching the bundle of papers he printed close to his chest.  “Thanks for your help again.  I’ll see you around.”

My cheeks flushed red as I watched him leave - my eyes were burning holes into the cubicle walls.

Tara patted me on the back.  “Well look at you!  We were going to set up intros next week, but you’re such a go-getter!  Nice work!”

I felt my soul leave my body.

I wanted to go home.

I wallowed in my despair in the corner of my desk. My monitor and docking station were set up in a daze as I stared blankly at my screen, training content passing in one ear and right out the other.

What kind of employee calls their director an intern, asks to be friends, and hang out with each other?  And on their first day?

I buried my head in my hands as the memory of our interaction resurfaced in my head.

A loud ping from my laptop woke me from my trance.

[Caleb]: hows ur first day so far?  u hungry?

[Caleb]: wanna get lunch w me?

The messages from Caleb reminded me of the time.  At least I could catch a break after all of this.  I messaged Caleb back.

[Me]: bruh im gonna die ;(

[Me]: leggo to lunch pls.. where food at

I waited a few seconds, seeing Caleb’s chat icon pop up to indicate that he was typing.

[Caleb]: hold tight pipsqueak

[Caleb]: im on my way to get u ;)

[Me]: pls rescue soon ;(

I rolled back in my seat. The tapping of my fingers against the desk didn’t do much to calm my nerves. My mind was still spinning from the morning’s catastrophe with Xavier. I slumped further into my chair, practically melting into my seat. Lunch couldn’t come fast enough.

A series of soft taps outside the team room caught my attention, and then I heard Caleb’s voice. “Hey hey! How’s my second favorite team in Onyxion?”

Heads turned immediately—Caleb had that effect on people. He exudes effortless cool, his suit jacket slung over his shoulder and his collared shirt had a few buttons open with his tie hanging loose, a casual, almost lazy smile on his face.  He definitely wasn’t the type of person to mistakenly call their director an intern on his first day of work.

“Caleb!” “Oh, hey, Caleb!” “What’s up, dude?”

The chorus of greetings followed, with a few of them getting up from their desks to greet him like some kind of office VIP.

“Came to drop by?” someone asked, clearly curious why he was here.

Caleb grinned, glancing around the room. “Actually, I’m here to grab lunch with a special someone~!”  A few people paused mid-greeting, confused.  “My sister~!”

“Sister?” one of them asked, eyes darting around the room. “Who?”

Caleb looked around the cubicle openings before landing on mine with a wide grin.  He nodded in my direction, grin never leaving his face. “Right there!  That’s my Pipsqueak!”

All eyes snapped to me. I froze, feeling the weight of everyone’s gaze.  Had I not had the most mortifying experience of my life with Xavier, I would have been embarrassed by Caleb’s declaration of his nickname for me in front of all my peers.

“You guys didn’t know? She’s my baby sister,” Caleb clarified with a wink, clearly enjoying the reveal a little too much.

Tara blinked, processing the information before offering a warm laugh. “Well, that explains the VIP treatment!  It’s super hard to get Caleb out to lunch!  Why didn’t you say anything?”

I tried to smile and shrug, despite my burning cheeks.  Caleb chuckled and nudged me playfully. “Ready to go?”

I nodded quickly, eager to escape.

Once we hit the elevator, I let out a breath. “You couldn’t resist, could you?”  I punched him in the arm for ousting me as his sibling in front of all my coworkers.

Caleb grinned, completely unapologetic. “What? It’s more fun that way. Besides, now they know who’s watching out for you.”

I punched his arm, though there was no real force behind it. “You’re such a show-off.”

“Always,” he said, laughing as the elevator doors closed behind us.

We exited the elevator and made our way to the cafeteria. It was bustling with employees, the sound of chatter and clinking dishes filling the air. Caleb, of course, navigated through the crowd effortlessly, giving nods and smiles to people as we passed. It was like watching a politician on a campaign trail—everyone knew him, and more importantly, everyone liked him.

“Why do I feel like I’m walking next to a celebrity?” I muttered as we got in line for food.

Caleb smirked. “Because I am one.  Consider yourself lucky, pipsqueak.  You get to dine in the presence of an office celeb!”

I rolled my eyes but couldn’t help smiling. “Of course you are.”

We grabbed our trays, and Caleb, true to form, picked up more food than anyone could possibly eat in one sitting. “You’re going to regret not grabbing a second sandwich,” he teased, nudging me with his elbow as we made our way to a table.

Just as we sat down, I spotted Xavier entering the cafeteria. I sank lower into my seat, hoping he wouldn’t see me. The embarrassment of earlier was still fresh in my mind.

“You okay?” Caleb asked, noticing my sudden change in posture.

I waved him off. “Yeah, just... avoiding someone.”

Caleb raised an eyebrow, leaning in with a grin. “Who? Someone I need to beat up for you?”

I snorted. “No, it’s just... Xavier.  Director Xavier…”

“The director?” Caleb’s eyes widened with mock surprise. “What did you do, pipsqueak? Spill it.”

I sighed. “I may or may not have called him an intern… and then asked him to be my friend… and to hang out with me…”

Caleb burst out laughing, causing a few heads to turn. “You... you called Xavier an intern?” he wheezed, wiping a tear from his eye. “Oh, that’s priceless!  OH MY GOD, AHAHAHAHA!!!”

“Caleb, shhh!” I hissed, glancing around to make sure Xavier wasn’t within earshot. “I didn’t know he was the director!  My boss reports to him!  He’s like my big boss!!”

Caleb was still chuckling, clearly enjoying my misfortune far too much. “Well, at least you made an impression.”

I groaned, burying my face in my hands. “He’s going to think I’m a complete idiot.”

“Eh, don’t worry about it,” Caleb said, taking a big bite of his sandwich. “He’s a good guy. He won’t hold it against you. And besides, if he does, just let me know. I think I can take him in a fight.”

I shot him a look. “Don’t you dare.” Memories of Caleb getting into full-blown brawls all throughout school popped into my mind. He had a knack for turning a mild disagreement into a fistfight, and no one was ever quite sure what triggered him. A lot of people learned to steer clear of him after that, especially when they saw how quickly he could go from bright and happy to throwing punches in unbridled rage.

“Caleb...” I warned, but he just shrugged with that lazy grin.

“What? I’ve mellowed out. Mostly.” He winked.  “I wouldn’t punch a fellow co-worker unless they really deserved it ok?  And I’ll happily skip a paycheck to punch someone that made you mad at work.”

As Caleb and I sat there, still bantering back and forth, I saw Xavier heading our way with a tray of food. I froze for a second, but Caleb didn’t miss a beat.

“Well, well, if it isn’t Director Xavier!” Caleb called out, loud enough for nearby tables to turn and look.  “You got a dining buddy yet?  We got a seat open!”

Xavier raised an eyebrow but smiled as he approached. “I know that you get to know people fast, Caleb, but how do you know the new intern already?  I just met her today.”

Caleb chuckled, leaning back in his chair. “What can I say? You gotta network when you’re in sales.” He winked in my direction.

Xavier smiled at me as he sat down, setting his tray on the table. “Well, you’re a lucky intern. Caleb is a hard guy to get lunch with.  He told me the other day that I had to book a few weeks in advance.”

I had a feeling that it was sarcasm on Caleb’s end, but Xavier took it seriously.  I bit my lip to maintain a straight face.

Caleb grinned, not missing a beat.  “What can I say? I’m in high demand.” He took a sip of his drink, then leaned forward with a smirk. “But I can always make an exception for my sister.”

Xavier raised an eyebrow, clearly intrigued. “Sister? I didn’t know you had family.”

“Not by blood,” Caleb clarified, casting a glance at me. “But close enough. Grew up together, so she’s practically my pipsqueak now.”

I smiled awkwardly, feeling a bit exposed.  I let out an awkward chuckle.

Xavier gave me a kind smile and glanced at us. “You know, I’ve worked with Caleb on a few projects before, and I can tell you—if he’s got your back, you’re in good hands.” His tone had sincerity behind it.

“See?” Caleb chimed in, pointing a thumb at Xavier. “Even he gets it.”

My initial discomfort with Xavier’s presence at the table quickly dissipated as the conversation flowed between the three of us smoothly.  He had a very laid-back personality that was very approachable once you got to know him.  Had I not been in a line of direct reports to him, I’m sure we would have been good work friends already.

The lighthearted banter continued for a moment until Xavier’s smile faded, and he turned to Caleb. His voice dropped in volume as he didn’t want others to overhear.  “Have you heard about what happened in the finance department? Sylus wasn’t happy.”

Caleb’s expression darkened slightly. “Yeah, I heard.  He’s pissed.  Which isn’t good.”

Xavier nodded, his usual easygoing demeanor slipping as he glanced around the cafeteria, lowering his voice. “I wouldn’t be surprised if this means restructuring.  With what happened in that department, I’m not sure if there’s going to be something worse.”

I shifted uncomfortably in my seat, the playful mood from earlier now replaced with a sense of unease.

“You really think it’ll be that bad?” Caleb whispered to him, voice barely audible as he tried to keep the conversation discreet.

Xavier sighed. “The repercussions are company-wide.  You know how Sylus is.  He’ll trim the fat and parts of the actual cut.  He’s find with those losses as long as he can made a point.”

“I-Is something happening in the company?”  Xavier and Caleb looked over at me in surprise, not realizing that I was able to sense that something was awry and was a cause for concern.  Caleb’s gaze softened, noticing the worry growing on my face, and he gave me a reassuring smile. “We’ll be fine, Pipsqueak. Don’t worry, this is more of the director and above level stuff.  You got nothing to worry about.”

Xavier nodded, though his expression remained serious. “Caleb’s right.  This kind of thing doesn’t affect you or your role.”

The lunch wrapped up shortly after, but the unspoken tension of what Caleb and Xavier spoke of hung heavy in the air.

As we wrapped up lunch, Caleb nudged me playfully. “Back to work, Pipsqueak. Don’t want to keep your fancy new team waiting.” He shot a glance at Xavier. “And don’t worry, I’ll keep an eye on her.”

Xavier chuckled, standing up with his tray. “I have no doubt about that. Good luck with the rest of your day, and don’t be afraid to swing by if you need anything.” He gave me a reassuring nod before heading off, leaving Caleb and me alone at the table.

As we walked back toward the elevators, I couldn’t shake the weight of the conversation between Caleb and Xavier.

Once we reached the elevator, Caleb pressed the button and leaned against the wall, studying my expression. “You okay?”

I took a deep breath, “Sylus…is the CEO, right?  Why’s he upset?  What happened with the finance department?”

Caleb ruffled my hair like he used to when we were kids. “Hey, hey, I told you that it’s just the big boss stuff.  You know CEOs and the boss people, finance guys always make them mad.  The usual stuff.  It’s really nothing that an intern needs to worry about.”  He locked eyes with me, and I knew he was hiding something.  But the smile on his face betrayed the slightest bit of tension that I was able to tell from years of growing up with him.  Yet I knew not to press him further on it.  He was more stubborn than me when it came to these things.

I swatted his hand away with a laugh. “Ok, ok.  Anyways, thanks, Caleb.”

The elevator doors opened, and I stepped inside, glancing back at him. “See you later?”

“Of course. Don’t get too comfortable. I’m picking you up at the end of the day,” Caleb replied with a wink.

The doors slid shut, leaving me alone in the quiet elevator. As the floor numbers ticked by, I recalled my first day so far.  How eventful.

As I settled back into my desk, a soft ping from my laptop caught my attention. An email notification from the company’s internal communications system appeared in the corner of my screen: Onyxion Announces New Acquisition of EverTech Biomedical Solutions .

Curiosity piqued, I clicked on the link, which led to a sleek press release page with an embedded video at the top. There he was—Sylus. He stood tall and confident, answering questions from a group of reporters with ease, every word meticulously measured yet effortlessly charismatic.

I leaned in, watching as Sylus spoke about the strategic acquisition, how EverTech would integrate seamlessly into Onyxion’s existing infrastructure, boosting their innovation pipeline and expanding their product portfolio. His tone was smooth and authoritative, but it was more than that. He had a way of speaking that made everything seem possible, like every challenge was just another stepping stone.. The way he fielded tough questions with calm precision was impressive, and I couldn’t help but feel a surge of admiration. This was the kind of CEO that made waves in the industry—someone who commanded respect and attention without even trying.

Whatever the finance department did to make him upset, must have messed up majorly.  The conversation that worried me before disappeared from my mind completely as I continued to watch Sylus on my screen.

Watching him, it was hard not to feel a mix of awe and... maybe a little envy. He seemed to have everything figured out—the vision, the confidence, the power to turn ideas into reality. Everything I wasn’t sure I had. The kind of person who could get things done, while I still felt stuck, unsure of how to make my own ideas matter.

He’s the kind of person I’ve always wanted to be.

I shifted in my chair, a flicker of self-doubt creeping in. Sure, I had ideas. Sometimes I’d think about what I could do if I had the chance, if I had the kind of authority someone like Sylus did. But that was just it—I didn’t have any of those things. I was just an intern, watching from the sidelines, wondering if I’d ever be capable of contributing on that level.

Still, as the video played on, I couldn’t shake the feeling that there was something about Onyxion—about Sylus—that resonated with me. He wasn’t just another CEO. He was shaping the future, and part of me, deep down, wanted to be part of that. Even if I wasn’t sure how, or if I was good enough.

The video ended, and I let out a breath I hadn’t realized I was holding. There was something undeniably magnetic about Sylus, and I couldn’t help but feel a spark of admiration. Not that I’d ever have the chance to interact with him directly. People like him existed in a different world, one I wasn’t sure I could ever step into.

Another chime from my laptop reminded me to get back to work. I sighed, turning back to my training videos, but my mind was still lingering on the thought of what it would be like to be part of something bigger. He has the kind of vision I want to support... if I could even figure out how.

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okay i am feeling a little overwhelmed by the volume of stuff i have to do and learn and read!! i think that what’s making it more challenging is that i don’t have a good mental schema yet to hold all these disparate tasks & pieces of advice & bits of information that are flooding in, so it’s hard to know where to put stuff or how to prioritize certain tasks over others.

here are my big urgent priorities, which i am defining to mean “stuff that needs to happen in the next 2-3 work days”:

i need to closely read & take notes on these two position descriptions we’re hiring for so i can have an informed conversation with the other hiring manager early next week. however, I don’t have that meeting until wednesday, so i am shifting this task to tuesday after the holiday.

i need to read my student worker’s job description and do some thinking about how i want to approach our first expectations-setting meeting together. i’m sensing there is going to be a tricky balance here - it seems like the student role has been treated very casually as there hasn’t really been one direct supervisor in place... but also people have made some offhanded comments about the student that make it seem like there are some reliability/followthrough/communication issues that probably need to be addressed. i need to read the job description closely, gather some more information from the coworker who was informally supervising her, and then figure out how i want to structure our first meeting next tues. i think i can save some of this for tues morning, but might want to take advantage of my coworker being in the office today to have an information-gathering conversation with her where i ask some more specific questions about the issues people have mentioned & get her thoughts on how/when to address them with the student. so today’s task: have that conversation and take some notes for myself so i can let the question simmer in the back of my mind over the long weekend. tuesday morning’s task: read the job description & think about whether i want that first meeting to incorporate an expectations-setting thing of some kind (maybe using some of alison green’s AMA stuff).

i need to create some way to track & map the names of people i’ve met so far or been told i should connect with. i think this will tentatively take the form of a freeform board (for now), since the post-it option will let me easily record & cluster names in a mind-map board. that said, i don’t want to get sidetracked into putting a lot of information into the board right now, as i think i could easily lose a whole day or more on that. so today i will limit myself to JUST adding the names, a one-sentence description, and a note about whether i’ve scheduled a meeting with them yet. i think i would like to set a timer and spend 30 min max on this.

i need to read the long onboarding document they created for me so i can figure out whether there are additional things i should be thinking about or doing. this also has a more detailed description of my primary responsibilities, which will be helpful for building that mental schema. some tasks on the list will be little practical to-dos, like register for benefits or get my ID card photo taken. others will be more substantive, like sit down and do some journaling to consolidate my understanding of my role & what my first 3-6 months will look like. i think that to keep myself from getting sucked into the journaling work (which could also easily swallow an entire day), i want to skim through the document first and pull out ONLY the concrete to-dos (trainings i have to complete, benefits enrollment stuff i have to do, practical tasks). THEN i want to read through 

we have this gigantic messy sharepoint folder that has tons and tons of info relevant to my job, but is not organized in a way that i find especially intuitive. i do NOT want to get sucked into reading stuff today because there are so many files in there and not all of that info is immediately relevant. i think that what i’d like to do today is just a VERY deliberately surface-level skim of the folders, where i don’t let myself actually read any documents in-depth but just look at first pages of stuff and make a list of folders or files that seem like they’ll be useful to read in greater depth. once i’ve created that list, i want to figure out how to organize it (maybe ordering the entire thing in order of priority or relevance, so i have a list of stuff to steadily work through during my downtime, or maybe loosely grouping stuff by theme/category so i have a better sense of where information is when i need to access it later on.

at the end of the day, i want to take about 15-30 minutes to check on my list, jot down possible priorities for monday (though i don’t have to set my agenda just yet), and record any priorities that are not immediate (next 2-3 work days) but should be shorter-term (next couple weeks).

i think that these tasks will easily take up the entire day! my number one obstacle is: i know that as i work through this list i will feel a VERY strong impulse to delve more deeply into individual items and lose myself in the highly enjoyable work of reading, researching, reflective journaling, etc. however, i want to remind myself that i will have lots of time for that later, and at this stage it’s much more important for me to build out the skeleton infrastructure of this job in my mind so i can start fitting pieces of information into it. to combat that tendency, i will keep a catch-all notebook page or document to the side where i can write down threads i want to follow later or questions as they come up. that way i can feel sure that i’ll remember those things i want to explore later, but i don’t have to actually dive into them right now. 

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10 Reasons Microsoft 365 Business Standard Is the Best Choice for Remote Teams In the wake of the remote work revolution, businesses around the globe have had to reimagine how teams collaborate, communicate, and stay productive without sharing the same physical space. For small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), the challenge is even more significant—balancing costs, security, and usability while maintaining efficiency.

Enter Microsoft 365 Business Standard—a powerful, cloud-first productivity suite designed for modern workplaces, especially remote teams. From real-time collaboration to enterprise-grade security, this plan offers the right mix of tools and flexibility for distributed workforces.

In this article, we’ll break down 10 compelling reasons why Microsoft 365 Business Standard stands out as the best choice for remote teams in 2025 and beyond.

Comprehensive Productivity Tools, Anywhere Access Remote teams need access to the same tools and documents regardless of location or device. Microsoft 365 Business Standard includes the full suite of Microsoft Office apps—Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more—not only as web apps but also as installable desktop and mobile apps.

Employees can:

Edit documents offline and sync later

Access shared files in real time

Use familiar tools with consistent interfaces across platforms

Whether you're using a laptop, tablet, or smartphone, productivity doesn’t stop.

Microsoft Teams: A Hub for Remote Collaboration Microsoft Teams is the beating heart of remote collaboration within Microsoft 365 Business Standard. It combines:

Chat for quick conversations

Video conferencing for meetings

File sharing and co-authoring

Integrated calendars and task assignments

For remote teams, this means:

Seamless daily communication

Reduced reliance on third-party apps like Slack or Zoom

Everything in one place, minimizing context switching

Teams also integrates with other apps and services, like Planner, OneNote, SharePoint, and even third-party services like Trello or Salesforce, creating a unified digital workspace.

Cloud Storage with OneDrive and SharePoint One of the biggest hurdles for remote teams is accessing and organizing files. Microsoft 365 Business Standard includes:

1 TB of OneDrive storage per user

Team collaboration via SharePoint

Benefits include:

Real-time file sync across devices

Version history and rollback

Permission management (read/write/share)

Secure cloud backup

Employees can collaborate on documents simultaneously, eliminate duplicate file versions, and never lose track of changes.

Enterprise-Grade Security and Compliance Working remotely increases exposure to cyber threats, especially when employees work from home networks or use personal devices. Microsoft 365 Business Standard includes built-in security features such as:

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Message Encryption

Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (optional upgrade)

Additionally, businesses can comply with regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO standards using built-in tools and security dashboards. This is peace of mind for business owners managing remote teams without a dedicated IT department.

Streamlined Email and Calendar with Outlook and Exchange Remote teams rely heavily on organized communication and scheduling. Microsoft 365 Business Standard includes Outlook with Exchange, providing:

50 GB mailboxes per user

Custom email domains (yourname@yourcompany.com)

Shared calendars and scheduling tools

Smart filtering and focused inbox

This makes it easier for teams to coordinate meetings across time zones, schedule recurring events, and stay organized with to-do lists and calendar integrations.

Easy Deployment and Device Management Getting new remote employees set up quickly is crucial. Microsoft 365 Business Standard supports:

Automatic app deployment

Centralized admin portal

User-based licensing (up to 300 users)

Admins can:

Assign or revoke licenses remotely

Install apps on up to 5 PCs or Macs, 5 tablets, and 5 phones per user

Manage devices and apply security policies through Microsoft Intune (available in Business Premium, but many features work in Standard)

This allows for quick onboarding and simplified IT management—even for non-technical users.

Cost-Effective for SMBs Compared to building out your own IT infrastructure or subscribing to multiple standalone tools, Microsoft 365 Business Standard is a budget-friendly option.

At the time of writing (2025), it costs $12.50/user/month (annual commitment) and includes:

Office apps

Email hosting

1 TB OneDrive storage

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint

Admin controls

This makes it ideal for businesses with limited IT budgets who still want world-class tools for remote work.

Real-Time Collaboration Features Unlike traditional office suites that rely on local file versions, Microsoft 365 enables real-time collaboration across Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Remote teams can:

Co-author documents simultaneously

Add comments and @mentions

Track changes with full version history

These features help reduce endless email attachments, avoid overwriting each other’s work, and maintain a clear audit trail—all critical for asynchronous teams spread across time zones.

Built-In Business Tools and Automations Microsoft 365 Business Standard comes with access to Microsoft Forms, Planner, and basic Power Automate capabilities, which help remote teams stay organized and efficient.

Use cases include: Planner for task management and Kanban boards

Forms for internal surveys or customer feedback

Power Automate to build simple workflows (e.g., send a Teams alert when a form is submitted)

These tools reduce manual work, improve team visibility, and automate repetitive tasks without requiring coding knowledge.

Scalability and Integration-Friendly As your team grows, Microsoft 365 Business Standard scales with you. It's easy to:

Add or remove users

Upgrade to Business Premium or Enterprise plans

Integrate with thousands of third-party apps (e.g., Zoom, Dropbox, Salesforce, Adobe Sign)

Microsoft’s open ecosystem and support for modern APIs make it easy to build custom workflows or connect existing tools your team already uses.

Scalability is vital for remote-first businesses aiming to grow without constant tool switching.

Bonus: Regular Updates and 24/7 Support One often-overlooked benefit of Microsoft 365 is its continuous improvement. Subscribers always get the latest features and security patches without paying extra or reinstalling software.

Plus, Microsoft offers:

24/7 phone and web support

Rich documentation and video training

Dedicated community forums

This reduces downtime and helps teams solve problems fast—an essential need for remote teams operating across different time zones.

Final Thoughts In 2025, remote and hybrid work are no longer trends—they’re the norm. Businesses need tools that support this evolution with security, flexibility, affordability, and ease of use.

Microsoft 365 Business Standard checks all the right boxes for remote teams:

Unified collaboration

Secure cloud infrastructure

Cross-device productivity

Cost-effective scalability

Whether you’re building a remote-first startup, scaling a distributed team, or supporting hybrid workers, Microsoft 365 Business Standard offers the complete toolkit to keep your team connected, productive, and secure—no matter where they work from.

Ready to Empower Your Remote Team? If you haven’t already tried Microsoft 365 Business Standard, now’s a great time to take advantage of its 1-month free trial. Equip your team with the tools they need to thrive—wherever they are.

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Connect, Automate, and Simplify: How AiSentr Works With the Tools You Already Use

AI That Fits Into Your Workflow

Every business has a tech stack. It might include Slack for internal communication, Microsoft Teams for collaboration, Gmail or Outlook for email, and WhatsApp for client outreach. These tools are essential, but they don’t always talk to each other — and that’s where bottlenecks begin. Add in the growing amount of business-critical data living in places like Google Drive, SharePoint, Notion, or Salesforce, and it becomes clear that simply “using tools” isn’t enough anymore. To stay efficient, responsive, and competitive, businesses need a way to connect it all — and make it work smarter.

AiSentr was built to meet this exact need. It integrates directly into your existing systems, letting your team continue using the apps they already know and love while tapping into the power of AI behind the scenes. That means no data migration, no steep learning curve, and no disruption to your workflow. Whether you’re retrieving a document in OneDrive, checking CRM activity in Hubspot, or managing messages in Outlook, AiSentr provides a unified layer of intelligence that enhances rather than replaces.

No Code. No Complexity. No Catch.

Traditional AI solutions are powerful, but they’re often locked behind complex implementation processes. They require development resources, data engineering teams, and weeks — or even months — of setup time. For small and medium-sized businesses, that’s just not realistic. AiSentr removes that barrier entirely.

Our platform is 100% no-code. If you can use a form builder or drag-and-drop interface, you can use AiSentr. You don’t need to worry about APIs, data schemas, or scripts. You can train AI agents to understand your workflows, interact with customers, summarize reports, or generate answers using your company’s own documents — all without writing a single line of code. It’s AI built for people, not just programmers.

And because you’re working with your real data — messy, unstructured, and stored in multiple places — AiSentr is designed to handle it. Whether it’s PDFs in Google Drive, Excel sheets in SharePoint, or wikis in Confluence, our platform pulls insights directly from where your data already lives. There’s no need to clean or reformat anything first.

Agent-Based AI That Adapts

The real magic behind AiSentr lies in our agentic architecture. Rather than giving you a single chatbot with canned responses, AiSentr provides intelligent, task-oriented agents that understand context, take initiative, and collaborate with your team. These aren’t one-size-fits-all bots. They’re adaptive tools that respond to your specific business needs in real time.

An agent might handle customer inquiries coming through WhatsApp, pulling relevant answers from your documentation stored in Notion or Confluence. Another might monitor a shared Gmail inbox and route leads directly into Salesforce or Dynamics. Yet another could summarize a conversation in Slack and push action items to your project tracker. This isn’t science fiction — it’s a new way of working, and it’s already happening inside businesses using AiSentr.

These agents don’t require ongoing manual input. Once they’re set up, they continue to learn and improve over time. And because they’re designed around real-world business use cases, they operate with purpose — not just personality.

Security and Privacy Come Standard

When you’re dealing with internal documents, customer data, and private conversations, security isn’t optional — it’s mission-critical. AiSentr was built with a privacy-first architecture from day one. You remain in full control of your data, and nothing is passed to external AI models without your permission.

We’ve also designed AiSentr to work within your existing security framework. Whether your company is bound by GDPR, HIPAA, or internal compliance protocols, our system is designed to meet your requirements while giving you transparency into how data is accessed and used. You shouldn’t have to choose between smart and secure — with AiSentr, you get both.

A Platform for Real Businesses

What sets AiSentr apart isn’t just the technology — it’s the mindset. We don’t believe AI should be an elite tool used only by companies with large IT departments and deep budgets. We built AiSentr to level the playing field. Whether you’re a growing startup, a local service business, or an established mid-size team, our goal is to make automation, conversation, and intelligent action something everyone can access — without needing a technical background.

You don’t need to rip out your existing systems. You don’t need to spend six figures. You don’t need to wait six months. With AiSentr, you can start today — with the tools you already use and the data you already have.

Smarter Tools Without Smarter Headaches

AI should feel like an upgrade, not a burden. AiSentr helps you move faster, respond better, and stay focused on the work that matters most — not on figuring out how to stitch all your software together. By combining simplicity, privacy, and adaptability, AiSentr makes the future of AI accessible right now.

If your team is ready to work smarter — without working harder — it starts here.Learn more at www.aisentr.com   https://www.aisentr.com/

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Unlocking the Power of Dynamics 365 CRM

In today’s digitally driven business environment, customer relationships are at the heart of organizational success. Microsoft’s Dynamics 365 CRM (Customer Relationship Management) stands as one of the leading platforms enabling businesses to streamline operations, nurture leads, and foster meaningful customer engagement. Built on a flexible, scalable architecture, Dynamics 365 CRM goes beyond traditional CRM systems by integrating intelligent applications tailored for sales, customer service, marketing, and more.

This article explores the fundamentals of Dynamics 365, its key features, the value of Dynamics 365 customizations, and how businesses can make the most of their Microsoft Dynamics investment.

What Is Dynamics 365 CRM?

Dynamics 365 CRM is part of the broader Microsoft Dynamics 365 suite, which combines CRM and ERP capabilities into intelligent business applications. Dynamics 365 CRM is specifically designed to enhance customer relationship management through modular applications like:

Sales

Customer Service

Field Service

Marketing

Project Operations

These apps empower organizations to gain 360-degree customer insights, automate business processes, and drive more informed decision-making—all within a unified platform that integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365 (formerly Office 365), Azure, and Microsoft Power Platform.

Unlike legacy systems, Microsoft Dynamics CRM offers both cloud and on-premise deployment options, enabling greater flexibility and adaptability for a wide range of industries and business sizes.

Key Benefits of Microsoft Dynamics CRM

1. Unified Customer View

Dynamics 365 CRM consolidates customer information across touchpoints and channels into a centralized database. This unified view empowers customer-facing teams to deliver personalized experiences and anticipate customer needs effectively.

2. Seamless Integration with Microsoft Ecosystem

As part of the Microsoft ecosystem, Dynamics 365 CRM works natively with Outlook, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and Power BI. This tight integration ensures productivity remains high while reducing the need to switch between multiple tools.

3. AI-Driven Insights

Built-in AI capabilities enable predictive analytics, lead scoring, sentiment analysis, and next-best-action recommendations. These features allow businesses to be proactive in customer engagement rather than reactive.

4. Scalable and Customizable Architecture

Businesses evolve, and so should their CRM. Dynamics 365 CRM is built to scale, with a flexible architecture that allows for tailored solutions. Whether through low-code tools or deep system integration, Dynamics 365 customizations help align the CRM with unique organizational needs.

Understanding Dynamics 365 Customizations

Out-of-the-box solutions rarely meet every business requirement. This is where Dynamics 365 customizations become essential. Customizations enable organizations to tailor the CRM environment based on specific workflows, user roles, and industry requirements.

Popular Types of Dynamics 365 Customizations:

Entity Customization Modify or create new entities to store data relevant to your business processes.

Business Process Flows Guide users through a series of steps to ensure consistent handling of sales, service, or support scenarios.

Custom Workflows & Power Automate Automate repetitive tasks and approvals using workflow configurations or Microsoft Power Automate.

Plugins and JavaScript Extend system functionality or apply custom business logic using plugins and client-side scripting.

Custom Dashboards and Reports Build personalized dashboards with KPIs, charts, and lists tailored to user roles.

Canvas Apps and Model-Driven Apps Use Microsoft Power Apps to create fully customized applications within the Dynamics ecosystem.

These customizations, when implemented correctly, not only improve productivity and efficiency but also ensure the CRM remains aligned with long-term business strategies.

Best Practices for Implementing Dynamics 365 CRM

To maximize your investment in Microsoft Dynamics CRM, consider the following best practices:

1. Start with Clear Objectives

Before deploying or customizing Dynamics 365 CRM, establish clear business goals. Are you trying to reduce sales cycle time? Improve customer support metrics? Align CRM use with specific KPIs.

2. Engage Stakeholders Early

Ensure that both IT and business users are part of the planning and implementation stages. This promotes better adoption and ensures that customizations align with actual use cases.

3. Leverage the Power Platform

Use Power BI, Power Apps, and Power Automate to build custom applications, dashboards, and automation that extend Dynamics 365 without heavy coding.

4. Invest in Training and Support

An advanced system like Dynamics 365 CRM requires ongoing learning. Providing structured training to end-users and technical staff is crucial for sustainable success.

5. Keep Customizations Clean and Upgrade-Safe

Over-customizing or using unsupported methods can create upgrade and compatibility issues. Stick to best practices for development and use Microsoft-supported APIs and tools.

Experience and Trustworthiness in Dynamics 365 CRM

As a trusted enterprise-grade solution, Dynamics 365 CRM is used by organizations ranging from SMBs to Fortune 500 companies. Microsoft's continued investment in security, compliance, and AI capabilities ensures the platform remains reliable and forward-looking.

Choosing the right implementation partner is equally vital. Organizations should work with certified Dynamics 365 consultants who bring industry experience, product knowledge, and a track record of successful CRM deployments.

The Future of Dynamics 365: Evolving with AI and Copilot

Microsoft has been rapidly enhancing Dynamics 365 CRM with generative AI and Copilot capabilities. These features allow users to auto-generate emails, summarize meetings, create reports, and even guide customer interactions—all within the CRM interface.

These AI-driven innovations are redefining what’s possible in customer engagement, further cementing Dynamics 365’s position as a market leader in CRM technology.

Conclusion: Why Dynamics 365 CRM Is a Strategic Investment

Implementing Dynamics 365 CRM is not just a technology upgrade—it’s a strategic initiative to future-proof customer engagement. With seamless integration into the Microsoft ecosystem, advanced customization capabilities, and AI-driven insights, Dynamics 365 offers unparalleled value.

To unlock its full potential, businesses must focus on thoughtful customization, user-centric implementation, and ongoing optimization. Whether you're upgrading from legacy systems or starting fresh, Microsoft Dynamics CRM offers the tools to transform your customer relationship strategy.

Need help with Dynamics 365 customizations?

Reach out to our expert team to explore how tailored solutions can elevate your CRM strategy and drive business growth.

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In the fast-moving digital world, enterprises cannot rely on basic software alone. They need powerful, responsive applications that streamline operations and support growth. Business application development is important in helping companies stay competitive, reduce manual tasks, and improve decision-making across departments.

This blog explores how custom business applications can change the way your company works, especially when using Microsoft’s set of automation tools. Microsoft Power Automate consultants help organizations create solutions that eliminate repetitive processes and improve productivity, from managing workflows to automating approvals.

Whether you're a small business or a growing organization, using Microsoft Power Automate services can greatly improve efficiency. These services connect your existing systems like SharePoint, Dynamics 365, Teams, Outlook, and hundreds of third-party apps, allowing data to flow smoothly between them. This eliminates the necessity of manually entering data or switching between systems. The blog also explains how teams can more easily create applications without much coding, thanks to low-code platforms. With tools like Power Automate and Power Apps, businesses can quickly launch apps for internal use, HR management, inventory control, finance workflows, or customer service improvements.

Additionally, the article shares real-life examples where automation has helped businesses reduce costs, improve accuracy, and grow operations. You’ll also learn how working with experienced Microsoft Power Automate consultants can help make the implementation process smoother, avoiding common challenges and ensuring the solution fits your business needs.

If you want to understand how business application development and the right automation tools can give your company an advantage, this blog is a great read. It offers insights into current trends and outlines the steps to get started with Microsoft Power Automate services.

Stay ahead of the competition and learn how to make the most of business applications that work efficiently, not harder.

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Master the Cloud: Office 365 Administration and Troubleshooting Course in Australia

The workplace is changing—and so are the tools we use to stay productive, secure, and connected. At the heart of this transformation is Microsoft Office 365, a powerful suite of cloud-based applications that streamline collaboration and simplify IT management. If you're an IT professional, system admin, or support technician in Australia, there's never been a better time to sharpen your skills with the Office 365 Administration and Troubleshooting Course by Xelware.

This course isn’t just about understanding the interface—it’s about mastering the backend, gaining hands-on expertise, and becoming the go-to expert in your organization when Office 365 issues arise.

Why Office 365 Skills Are in High Demand

Office 365 is more than just Word and Outlook—it's an integrated cloud solution combining email, collaboration tools, file storage, security features, and administration controls into one platform. As more Australian businesses migrate to cloud-based solutions, they need professionals who can deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Office 365 efficiently and securely.

Employers are looking for people who understand:

How to configure Exchange Online and SharePoint Online

User and license management via the Microsoft 365 admin center and PowerShell

Troubleshooting issues in Teams, OneDrive, and Outlook

Managing compliance, security, and user access

That’s exactly what Xelware’s course is designed to teach.

What You’ll Learn in the Course

The Office 365 Administration and Troubleshooting Course is a comprehensive, real-world training program that covers both the theory and hands-on practices needed to support an Office 365 environment. It’s ideal for IT professionals seeking to grow their careers or get certified in Microsoft 365.

Key topics include:

Introduction to Office 365 services and infrastructure

User identity and authentication

Service configuration and deployment

Troubleshooting email flow and user connectivity

Monitoring and managing health and performance

PowerShell for advanced administration tasks

Compliance and security best practices

Whether you're preparing for the Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate exam or simply looking to deepen your knowledge, this course delivers the tools and confidence you need.

Why Train with Xelware in Australia?

Xelware has established itself as a leading provider of Microsoft training courses in Australia. With a focus on industry-relevant skills and hands-on experience, their courses are tailored for working professionals who want to stay competitive in the ever-evolving IT landscape.

Benefits of training with Xelware:

Flexible learning options: Online and hybrid classes designed for busy schedules

Expert instructors: Microsoft-certified trainers with real-world IT experience

Australian relevance: Training that aligns with local business needs and compliance standards

Certification readiness: Focused content that helps you pass Microsoft certification exams with confidence

The course is delivered in a format that’s engaging, easy to follow, and packed with opportunities to practice what you learn.

Who Should Take This Course?

This course is perfect for:

IT support professionals transitioning into cloud administration

System administrators managing Office 365 environments

Helpdesk technicians responsible for troubleshooting Office 365-related issues

Professionals preparing for Microsoft 365 certification exams

Anyone who wants to boost their technical resume and job prospects

Final Thoughts: Take Control of the Cloud

The future of IT is in the cloud—and mastering Office 365 administration is one of the smartest moves you can make for your career. With Xelware’s Office 365 Administration and Troubleshooting Course in Australia, you’ll not only learn how to keep systems running smoothly—you’ll become the backbone of your company’s cloud operations.

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SharePoint Vs WordPress: A Showdown Between Intranet and Internet CMS on Twitter

In a recent social media buzz, Twitter witnessed a heated debate. The topic was SharePoint vs WordPress. Users compared the two content management systems (CMS) in depth. Hashtags like #SharePointVsWordPress and #CMSBattle trended for hours. Professionals, tech experts, WordPress Development Agency and developers joined the conversation. They compared features, use cases, and user experience. The clash highlighted the core difference between intranet and internet platforms.

Enterprise Powerhouse: SharePoint Wins the Intranet Game

Microsoft SharePoint dominates the intranet world. Big companies use it for team collaboration. It helps manage internal content securely. SharePoint integrates with Microsoft 365 smoothly. That makes it ideal for office environments. It supports document sharing, team workflows, and employee directories. Users praised its structured control and corporate-level security. However, SharePoint’s interface is not beginner-friendly. It needs technical training and setup support. On Twitter, users called SharePoint a “corporate beast” and “made for internal empires.” Its strength lies in complex workflows and strict permission rules.

Internet Freedom: WordPress Rules the Web

WordPress, on the other hand, dominates the internet space. Over 40% of websites run on WordPress. Bloggers, businesses, and media use it daily. It is known for ease of use and flexibility. WordPress offers thousands of themes and plugins. You can build any site, from blogs to e-commerce stores. It works well for non-technical users. Many developers praised its fast learning curve. Twitter users described WordPress as “open and limitless.” It allows freedom in WordPress Website Design, hosting, and customization. Unlike SharePoint, WordPress works best for public content.

Security and Control: SharePoint Takes the Lead

Security was a hot topic in the debate. SharePoint users stressed enterprise-grade protection. It offers role-based access and secure authentication. Companies can store sensitive files without worry. In contrast, WordPress sites need extra security plugins. They are more exposed to cyber threats. Hackers often target poorly maintained WordPress sites. Users must stay updated and backup data. This difference gave SharePoint an edge. Tech professionals agreed that SharePoint suits industries with strict compliance needs.

Ease of Use: WordPress is the People’s Favorite

WordPress won the user-friendly title. Users highlighted its simple dashboard and drag-and-drop editors. Even non-tech users build websites in hours. SharePoint needs professional setup and training. Users need knowledge of Microsoft’s ecosystem. Beginners may feel lost without help. This became a key issue in the Twitter battle. Many tweets mocked SharePoint’s complexity. WordPress, in contrast, was called “grandma-friendly.” It appeals to a wider audience, including solo entrepreneurs.

Customization: WordPress Offers More Creative Freedom

WordPress Development Agency praised WordPress for its customization power. You can edit themes, use code, or add third-party tools. There’s a plugin for almost everything. From WordPress SEO tools to online stores, WordPress covers it all. SharePoint’s customization is limited to developers. It supports apps and web parts but not as freely. Most changes need backend support or SharePoint Framework (SPFx) coding. This pushed WordPress ahead in creative freedom. Twitter users said, “WordPress is playdough; SharePoint is Lego with missing blocks.”

Integration Strength: SharePoint Dominates Office Ecosystems

SharePoint’s integration with Microsoft tools is unmatched. It syncs with Teams, OneDrive, Outlook, and more. Office workers use it to streamline tasks daily. This deep integration makes SharePoint a business asset. It supports internal project tracking, HR systems, and data dashboards. On Twitter, many IT pros praised this feature. WordPress offers third-party integrations, but not as natively. It needs plugins and sometimes paid add-ons. This makes SharePoint better for enterprise-wide deployments.

Cost Debate: WordPress Is Cheaper, But With Conditions

Cost became a hot issue in the thread. WordPress itself is free. But premium themes, plugins, and hosting add cost. Still, it’s cheaper than SharePoint licenses. SharePoint usually comes with Microsoft 365 subscriptions. Enterprise users pay more for extra features. Smaller teams may find it costly. WordPress is more budget-friendly for startups and freelancers. Users warned that WordPress costs can rise over time. Add-ons and maintenance need attention. Still, it wins in affordability for most users.

Final Verdict: It Depends on Your Needs

Twitter didn’t declare a clear winner. Users agreed that both platforms serve different needs. SharePoint fits large teams, internal tools, and strict systems. WordPress suits bloggers, creators, and small businesses. The real battle is not which is better. It’s about what you need. Each CMS shines in its own world. SharePoint rules the office. WordPress rules the open web. As one user tweeted, “It’s like comparing a Swiss Army knife to a power drill. Both powerful, but for different jobs.”

Conclusion:

Choose Your CMS Based on Purpose

The Twitter storm showed one thing clearly. CMS choice must match your goal. Want intranet, team workflows, and corporate control? Choose SharePoint. Want blogs, public sites, and full freedom? WordPress is better. Both platforms will continue evolving. And this CMS debate? It’s far from over.

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The Art of Knowledge Retention: How to Preserve Critical Expertise Before Employees Leave

In today’s fast-paced workplace, employee turnover is inevitable. But what should never be lost in transition is the critical knowledge those employees carry. When someone walks out the door, they often take with them more than just their presence — they take processes, insights, client relationships, and a deep understanding of “how things work.” That’s where knowledge retention becomes a business imperative, not a nice-to-have.

Preserving institutional expertise is no longer just about documentation — it's about creating systems, culture, and strategies that ensure your organization remains resilient, informed, and operationally sound, even when key people leave.

🚨 Why Knowledge Retention Matters

Prevents disruption in workflows and decision-making

Protects intellectual property and business continuity

Saves time and resources in retraining or rebuilding lost knowledge

Ensures smoother transitions and onboarding for new hires

Strengthens organizational memory and culture

🛠️ 5 Effective Strategies to Preserve Critical Expertise Before Employees Leave

1. 🗂️ Create a Centralized Knowledge Base

One of the most practical ways to retain knowledge is to build a living, breathing repository of information — a place where employees can store documents, guides, insights, and best practices.

What to include:

Step-by-step SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)

FAQs, checklists, and templates

Project histories and lessons learned

Client and vendor notes

📌 Tools you can use: Confluence, Notion, SharePoint, or Google Workspace.

Pro Tip: Encourage employees to update the knowledge base regularly, not just during offboarding.

2. 👥 Encourage Peer-to-Peer Shadowing

Before an employee exits, set up a structured knowledge handover through shadowing sessions. This helps teammates absorb the “how” and “why” behind tasks — not just the “what.”

Why it works:

Captures tacit knowledge (intuition, shortcuts, problem-solving)

Reinforces real-time learning through observation

Builds stronger team dynamics and shared responsibility

Pro Tip: Combine shadowing with note-taking and joint task execution for better retention.

3. 🎙️ Conduct Knowledge Interviews

Host a series of exit knowledge interviews with the departing employee. These are less about HR feedback and more about unlocking hidden know-how.

What to ask:

What do you wish you had known when you started?

What undocumented processes do you rely on?

Who are the key contacts and how do you work with them?

What are your most common roadblocks — and how do you overcome them?

📌 Optional: Record these sessions (with permission) and store them in your internal library.

4. 🔄 Involve Employees in Creating Successor Playbooks

Have outgoing employees develop a “successor playbook” — a personalized guide for whoever takes over their role.

What it should include:

Daily/weekly responsibilities

Project overviews and timelines

Tools used (with logins/access instructions)

Communication preferences with clients or internal teams

Key risks or areas to watch for

Pro Tip: Combine this with input from team leads to ensure strategic alignment.

5. 🌱 Build a Culture of Ongoing Knowledge Sharing

Don’t wait until someone resigns to capture their insights. Build a knowledge-sharing culture where documenting and discussing learnings is just part of how things are done.

Ways to embed this:

Host monthly “knowledge drops” or team learning sessions

Reward documentation and internal presentations

Encourage collaborative project management tools

Pair up mentors and mentees across departments

📌 Goal: Make knowledge sharing habitual, not reactive.

🧩 Final Thoughts

Knowledge retention isn’t just an HR process — it’s a strategic advantage. By treating your employees’ expertise as a long-term organizational asset, you not only protect your operations from disruption but also empower future growth.

As the workforce becomes more mobile and hybrid models evolve, organizations that invest in knowledge continuity today will be the ones who lead with confidence tomorrow.

To learn more, visit HR Tech Pub.

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Why Businesses Are Making the Shift to Microsoft 365 in 2025

The business landscape in 2025 is rapidly evolving. Organizations are re-evaluating legacy systems to stay competitive in a hybrid and cloud-first world. Among the many platforms leading this transition, Microsoft 365 has emerged as the clear choice for companies looking to modernize their collaboration, communication, and data security frameworks.

This shift isn’t driven by trends. It’s fueled by tangible needs and technical advantages that directly address the gaps in traditional setups.

Unified Productivity Across Devices and Locations

Modern businesses no longer operate within the confines of office walls. Teams work across time zones, from multiple devices, and demand seamless access to files and communication tools. Microsoft 365 provides a consistent experience across desktop, web, and mobile platforms. Whether it’s collaborating in real-time on Word documents or scheduling across departments in Outlook, everything stays synchronized without manual effort.

Integrated Security with Zero Trust Capabilities

In 2025, security is no longer about firewalls and antivirus tools. Organizations are adopting zero trust architectures that assume no user or device can be inherently trusted. Microsoft 365 supports this model with tools like Microsoft Defender, Conditional Access, and compliance score dashboards. Identity-based protection, automated threat detection, and advanced encryption ensure that sensitive data is safeguarded at every access point.

Simplified IT Management with Centralized Controls

Managing infrastructure across multiple systems creates operational silos. Microsoft 365 addresses this by offering a unified admin center that allows IT teams to control users, licenses, policies, and compliance settings from a single dashboard. Endpoint management with Intune and integration with Azure Active Directory further reduces friction in managing distributed devices and user identities.

Built-In Tools for Automation and Custom Workflows

Time-consuming manual tasks impact productivity. Microsoft 365 empowers businesses to build automation without the need for complex coding. Power Automate enables workflow automation between applications. Teams can set triggers for approvals, data collection, notifications, and document routing. The integration with Power Platform also allows enterprises to build low-code apps that extend beyond default functionality.

Scalable Licensing and Predictable Cost Model

Unlike traditional software that requires hefty upfront investments, Microsoft 365 offers flexible subscription models. Businesses can scale licenses based on growth without over committing resources. This pay-as-you-go structure provides financial predictability while ensuring access to the latest features and updates without additional costs or downtime.

Advanced Collaboration in Microsoft Teams

Email is no longer the sole communication tool for agile teams. Microsoft Teams has become the digital workspace for file sharing, video meetings, and project coordination. With integration to SharePoint, OneDrive, Planner, and Loop components, Teams provides a unified platform where work happens without switching between tools. The 2025 enhancements also bring improved AI-driven meeting summaries, language translation, and collaboration insights.

Seamless Integration with Third-Party and Legacy Systems

Enterprises often rely on third-party tools or legacy applications for daily operations. Microsoft 365 supports deep integrations with popular platforms like Salesforce, Adobe, and Service Now. Additionally, with connectors, APIs, and hybrid deployment options, businesses can bridge the gap between on-premises data and cloud services without disrupting existing workflows.

Compliance and Data Residency Control

Regulatory compliance is a key driver for digital transformation. Microsoft 365 offers built-in solutions for eDiscovery, data retention, legal holds, and audit trails. The platform supports regional data residency requirements, helping businesses stay compliant with local and international data protection laws. With tools like Microsoft Purview, organizations can monitor and manage their data classification and governance policies centrally.

AI and Analytics for Smarter Decision Making

Productivity alone doesn’t drive business value. Organizations need insights. Microsoft 365 brings intelligence into everyday workflows. With Microsoft Copilot, users receive AI-powered suggestions directly inside Word, Excel, and Outlook. Viva Insights offers behavioral analytics to enhance team well-being and performance. These tools help businesses move from reaction to prediction, enabling proactive decision-making.

Future-Ready Cloud Infrastructure

Scalability and redundancy are core to any enterprise IT strategy. Microsoft 365 is built on the global Azure infrastructure which offers 99.99% uptime, geo-redundancy, and disaster recovery support. Businesses migrating in 2025 are positioning themselves for the future by eliminating hardware dependencies and ensuring business continuity even under unexpected conditions.

A Trusted Ecosystem for Migration and Implementation

Many businesses rely on certified solutions to facilitate the migration process and reduce the risk of data loss or downtime. EdbMails Office 365 migration tool simplify complex migration scenarios such as PST to Microsoft 365, cross-tenant transitions, and legacy email platform imports. This ensures that businesses can make the shift with precision and minimal disruption.

Conclusion

The Office 365 migration in 2025 is not just about moving email to the cloud. It's a strategic upgrade in how businesses operate, secure data, and empower teams. Enterprises are choosing it not because it’s popular, but because it offers unmatched control, scalability, and innovation that aligns with their long-term digital strategy.

Those who invest in this transition are not simply upgrading technology. They are redefining the way their workforce collaborates, communicates, and creates value in a digital-first economy.

Additional resources:

👉 Tenant to tenant migration

👉 Migrate Archive Mailbox to Office 365

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Top Agentic AI Vendors Revolutionizing Autonomous Workflows in 2025

In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, agentic AI vendors are at the forefront, developing systems that not only process information but also autonomously make decisions and execute tasks. These agents are transforming industries by enhancing efficiency, reducing operational costs, and enabling more intelligent decision-making processes.​

Understanding Agentic AI

Agentic AI refers to systems designed to operate with a degree of autonomy, capable of perceiving their environment, making decisions, and taking actions to achieve specific goals. Unlike traditional AI, which often requires explicit instructions, agentic AI systems can adapt to new situations, learn from experiences, and operate independently within defined parameters.​

Leading Agentic AI Vendors

Several companies are leading the charge in developing and deploying agentic AI solutions:​

Moveworks: Specializes in enterprise-wide support automation, leveraging AI agents to handle IT support and HR tasks, thereby streamlining internal operations.​

Microsoft Copilot Agents: Integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365 applications, allowing users to automate tasks across Teams, Outlook, and SharePoint through conversational interfaces.​

OpenAI Operator: Provides developers with tools to create AI agents that can interact with various APIs and perform complex tasks autonomously.​

Aisera: Offers domain-specific agentic AI solutions for industries like IT, HR, finance, and healthcare, enhancing customer service and internal operations through intelligent automation.​

Beam.ai: Focuses on agentic automation for business process optimization, enabling companies to execute complex workflows with minimal human intervention.​

UiPath: Combines robotic process automation with agentic AI to orchestrate workflows between AI agents, human workers, and traditional automation tools.​

These vendors are instrumental in bringing agentic AI capabilities to various sectors, including finance, healthcare, customer service, and more.​

Empowering Professionals: Certifications and Courses

To meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the agentic AI domain, several certification programs and courses have been established:​

Certified Agentic AI Expert™: This certification provides comprehensive training on agentic AI concepts, preparing professionals to implement and manage autonomous AI systems effectively.​

Certified Agentic AI Developer™: Tailored for developers, this program focuses on building and deploying agentic AI solutions, covering essential tools and frameworks.​

AI Courses: Platforms like Edureka offer courses on artificial intelligence, covering topics such as machine learning, deep learning, and AI agent development, catering to both beginners and experienced professionals.​

Blockchain Certification: Understanding blockchain technology complements agentic AI by providing secure and transparent data management solutions, essential for decentralized AI systems.​

These educational resources equip individuals with the necessary skills to develop, implement, and manage agentic AI solutions across various industries.​

Applications Across Industries

Agentic AI is revolutionizing multiple sectors:​

Finance: Automating customer service, fraud detection, and compliance monitoring.​

Healthcare: Assisting in patient care management, diagnostics, and administrative tasks.​

Retail: Enhancing customer experiences through personalized recommendations and inventory management.​

Manufacturing: Optimizing supply chain operations and predictive maintenance.​

By deploying agentic AI, businesses can achieve greater efficiency, reduce errors, and make more informed decisions.​

The Road Ahead

As agentic AI continues to mature, its integration into business operations is expected to deepen. Organizations that invest in agentic AI technologies and upskill their workforce through relevant certifications and courses will be better positioned to leverage these advancements for competitive advantage.​

In conclusion, agentic AI vendors are not only developing cutting-edge technologies but also fostering an ecosystem that empowers professionals to harness the full potential of autonomous intelligence. Through strategic implementation and continuous learning, businesses can navigate the complexities of the modern digital landscape with agility and foresight.