Supporting Successful CollaborationSuccessful organization-wide collaboration does not happen by chance. While some areas of the organization rapidly embrace the use of collaboration tools and get immediate value, others will struggle (or fail). I’ve been working with Microsoft’s collaboration tools for about eight years now and I’d like to share with you some of the risks of rolling out collaboration tools and give you some practical advice on how to make collaboration succeed for your organization.
Rolling out collaboration tools is not without risks. In fact, my experience has been that without careful planning and organization of collaboration spaces, the organization as a whole may find that they are more confused and lost when looking for content. LEARN MORE > |
Office Communicator: Here and ThereIf you are not aware, Microsoft released a new product - Office Communications Server 2007 (a.k.a OCS 2007). OCS 2007 offers instant messaging (IM), voice over internet protocol (VOIP) and desktop/application sharing for the corporate environment. The idea behind this new server - provide a new level of information sharing. LEARN MORE > | Know your IO!
For a little over a year now, Microsoft and its partners have been touting a new model for assessing Information Technology. This model, the Infrastructure Optimization Framework (IOF), is a benchmark for gauging the evolution of IT within an organization and comparing it to similar companies. LEARN MORE > | Trying to Leave Windows XP? Breaking Up is Hard to Do.
Sure, you’ve looked around and maybe cast a lingering glance at Vista, possibly even stared, but things are so comfortable with Windows XP – why rock the boat? Well, for those of you who have been looking for a reason to stay in your relationship with Windows XP, Microsoft has just given you that reason: Windows XP Service Pack 3. LEARN MORE > |
Other NewsThe Michigan Technology Leadership Index (MTLI) is Now Available
Have you wondered what’s important to technology executives in Michigan? The MTLI provides an annual snapshot of key technology issues and trends as seen by leading technology decision makers representing a cross-section of businesses and non-profit organizations throughout the state. Visit http://www.cdh.com/ to receive your copy via e-mail. C/D/H is Teaming with New Horizons—Grand Rapids for a MOSS/OCS Seminar
C/D/H invites you to attend a Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS) 2007 Seminar on Thursday, May 22nd at New Horizons. C/D/H consultant, Tim Allison, will also do a quick dive into Microsoft’s Office Communication Server (OCS) 2007. For more information, e-mail SarahW@cdh.com. Don’t Miss the Southeast Michigan Novell User Group OES2 Build Party on May 22nd!
SEMNUG is pleased to announce that Jason Williams, Senior Product Manager for Open Enterprise Server at Novell, will be attending and presenting on OES. You won’t want to miss it! Be sure to come prepared with questions. For more information, e-mail SarahW@cdh.com. | |
