In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, let’s talk about love – specifically, how to get your users to fall in love with modern SharePoint and Teams as their go-to collaboration tools. Unlike the sudden, somewhat overwhelming introduction of SharePoint in the past, today’s focus is on fostering a harmonious relationship between users and technology. Our […]
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Microsoft 365 has emerged as an under appreciated yet powerful tool capable of driving significant business transformation. Many organizations in the private and public sectors already utilize Microsoft 365, but there’s often a noticeable gap between the available features and their practical usage.
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Updated for 2023: A Dynamic Approach to Project Management Successful projects often hinge on asking the right questions during the initiation and planning phases. The updated Project Readiness Assessment, now available as an editable Microsoft Word document, empowers project managers to facilitate open and candid conversations with project sponsors and stakeholders.
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As a technical expert at Kiefer Consulting, a Microsoft Cloud Solutions Partner, I often contemplate the themes presented in Tom Nichols’ book, “The Death of Expertise.” Nichols eloquently states, “Experts understand that they don’t possess all knowledge, but they usually possess enough to recognize that others possess less.” This principle guides our work. We do
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As the holiday season approaches, CIOs often find themselves racing against the clock. January is just a blink away, and with it comes the realization that the budget year is nearing its end. It is a critical time to reflect on what can be achieved in the remaining months and how to leverage every investment
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Government transformations grapple with fiscal responsibilities, public scrutiny, and workforce inertia. It’s analogous to assembling a complex puzzle, where each piece represents a crucial component. Absent these pieces, the puzzle remains unsolved. Let’s delve into the five critical pieces of the government transformation puzzle and explore why they are indispensable for success at Kiefer Consulting
The public sector faces the pressing need to adapt and innovate. As technology continues to advance, government agencies must explore groundbreaking solutions to enhance their services. On September 21, 2023, Microsoft launched Microsoft Copilot, an AI companion for everyday tasks. Copilot combines chat interfaces and large language models to understand natural language requests, providing context-aware
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Preserving the integrity and security of sensitive data is not just a priority; it’s an imperative. Staying one step ahead of cyber threats while adhering to best practices is critical. To aid government agencies in this mission, we’ve compiled a list of ten essential steps to fortify your organization’s cyber defenses and ensure the safety
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Budget Change Proposals (BCPs) play a critical role in advocating for changes in budget allocations. Particularly, when it comes to technology investments, BCPs take on a new level of significance. This blog will explore the California budgeting process, delve into the importance of considering technology investments within BCPs, and highlight the risks associated with falling
Check out Kiefer’s Self-Evaluation. Depending upon your score, you may be ready to modernize your intranet! This assessment will help you understand the capabilities of a SharePoint intranet and assess your current intranet’s features. Please select all the functionalities you can currently perform with your intranet. Afterward, we’ll provide an overview of where your intranet
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