Most workplaces see a complicated relationship between the team and the tech they need. It can help perform tasks much more efficiently, unlocking productivity and getting rid of monotonous busywork. However, it’s also a leading cause of downtime, distraction, and frustration simply because it doesn’t always work, or they aren’t fully engaged with it. Here, we’re going to look at how you can create a little harmony between man and machine in your workplace.

 

Make sure the connection isn’t the problem

The internet is so ubiquitous that it’s hard to believe that it’s still a problem for many businesses. Yet, it is. A poor internet connection is one of the leading causes of tech-related downtime. In most cases, it’s because a business owner hasn’t thought to scale their connection with their team. A smaller bandwidth being shared amongst a growing team is going to mean that all online processes are slower and much more frustrating for the team taking care of it. Make sure you invest in the kind of internet connection your business demands.

Don’t rely on them for fixes

Even more downtime can be caused by poorly integrated software, hardware malfunctions, and lag problems within older systems that haven’t been effectively maintained. Not only could IT consulting help make all your equipment run a lot better and help with troubleshooting and fixing. The advice of an IT expert could help you implement a network that helps your team share resources and collaborate much more effectively. It’s a good idea to have backup devices at the ready, as well. More companies are adopting a “BYOD” or “bring your own device” model. That way, if the office hardware has a hard time, your employees can quickly switch over to their own laptops or tablets to continue doing what work they can.

 

Plan for integration

Integrating a new piece of software, a new network, or a new suite into your worker’s lives can be a very messy time. Besides getting them the tools they need, you also have to invest in the tech training they need to get to grasps with it. Besides implementing a training course, it’s a good idea to find those who acclimate to it the quickest and to turn them into ambassadors who can help the others.

 

Show them the plan

Most employees do not like changes to how they do their work. Unless they understand exactly what your IT plan is, they might have trouble engaging with new tech solutions. Show them the advantages of the tech you’re introducing, whether it helps automate more of their work, makes certain processes much more efficient, improves communication, or otherwise helps them be more productive. Make sure they know exactly why changes are being implemented. If it helps them with their work, they are likely not only going to be engaged, they may very well be excited about the change.

Few businesses are using their IT to their utmost potential. Take the tips featured above in mind and think about whether or not it’s time to look at your team’s relationship with the tech they use.