A “layout by status” feature set is now part of eWay-CRM. Could you explain what does it do? Depending on the workflow’s status, this feature allows users to display or hide fields on deal, project, or task tabs. In practice, I can decide whether I want only the essential fields to be displayed. As the workflow progresses, I can display more fields to meet my future requirements. Conversely, users can hide those fields they no longer need to keep the CRM neatly organized.   Was this feature developed primarily for the power users who have requested it? Absolutely. Most users who a ..read more

  What is your role in the company? I’m the Director of Finance and Operations. My role is to take care of internal processes. I make sure they are as efficient and smooth as possible. It could be said that I take care of managing the business as such. For that, we use various tools such as eWay-CRM that help us to store data and work with analytics. An important part of my job is to ensure that our processes are coordinated in all of our branches in Central and Eastern Europe.   That itself must be challenging. Especially when your company has branches in so many foreign countries ..read more

  Vacation, what a lovely word. Did you catch yourself dreaming for a moment of that place you want to visit as soon as you put the vacay days in the working calendar? Well, I did. I was immersed in my thoughts immediately after typing the word in my notes. Vacation, feels like seeing the daylight, doesn’t it? But why is it so? Why do we love vacationing so much? And why do we tend to travel to foreign countries? Places we don’t know. Why are we so obsessed with the thought of escaping our everyday reality? That’s the behavior that fascinates me. Besides being only curious, let’s dive in ..read more

  Statistics reveal that only 36% of businesses with fewer than 100 employees use HR management software. The main deterrent? Cost. Smaller companies find the investment hefty, yet managing HR without proper tools can quickly become overwhelming—even with just a twenty-person team. A CRM system can be an invaluable tool for HR planning. While its main role is managing customer relationships, it turns out to be a perfect fit for HR management in small to medium-sized businesses. So, how can CRM make a difference in HR?   1. Employee Database Management Every business needs to keep re ..read more

  Over time, I have observed the rapid growth of empowering SaaS (Software as a Service) platforms, evolving from primitive web applications to sophisticated ecosystems with the latest tech under the hood. And that’s why I predict 2024 is the year in which we will witness the rise and fall of SaaS providers.   About author: Ishan Vyas is the Founder of Citrusbug – an agency with over 10 years of experience in the SaaS industry. He loves helping readers understand the world of Software Development. You can connect with him on Linkedin.   Among all other types of software produ ..read more

  Dan McKallagat, owner and president of US-based Letourneau’s Compounding Pharmacy, had never imagined he would one day carry the generational torch of his family’s pharmacy business. But after nearly 100 years from opening the business, his time has come. It’s hard for a family business to survive two generations. So, to successfully take it into an era of technology and drugstore chain giants, it’s necessary to do serious re-strategizing. Dan took over the pharmacy in 2022 from his father Shawn McKallagat. His family never compromised the human element. Quite the opposite. His father ..read more

  About author Radim Pařík is the most famous professional global negotiator in the Czech Republic. He earned a PhD. at LIGS University. To improve his skills in the area, he participated in many different training courses after his studies. For example, he took training with former FBI agents. And training in negotiations with kidnappers and terrorists organized by The Trusted Agency. In Schwarz Group, one of the five largest retail groups in the world according to Forbes, he held several major leading roles. Radim is the only person in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, who is in the me ..read more

  Helpful Notes Copilot Requires a Specific License: It’s not automatically included with all Microsoft 365 plans. Your organization’s IT administrator needs to purchase and enable a specific Copilot license for your account. Check Your Outlook Client: If your organization has the necessary licenses, you should see Copilot functionalities within most Microsoft 365 work account versions of Outlook. No Copilot? Talk to Your IT Admin: If you don’t see Copilot features in your Outlook, it likely means your account doesn’t have the required license activated. Reach out to your IT administra ..read more

  What is phishing? It is an attempt to steal one’s personal data such as payment card number, address, or login information. This can be achieved via emails, websites, or social media platforms.  The scenario of the attack is identical almost every time. Thanks to that, it’s easy to spot it. But to do so, you must first know what the scenario actually looks like. Rule number one is to remember that your bank and other institutions will never reach out to you for your personal and login information.   Table of contents: What to Expect in the Phishing Waters in 2024 What Stinks ..read more

  About the author: Jesse Liszka is the Senior Communications Specialist at Paylocity, a leading provider of cloud-based payroll and human capital management software. She is a highly experienced communications, client marketing and content specialist, with more than 12 years of experience. For more information about her and her journey, check out her LinkedIn.   Encouraging employees as brand advocates is a powerful tool. If they believe in your company values, they might just encourage potential customers to believe in you, too. For each current employee to genuinely enjoy worki ..read more