Monday, September 30, 2019
Customer story: Chemonics
Chemonics is an international development firm operating in 80 countries around the world. Since they conduct business in multiple languages, tracking the 120 projects they're working on can get complicated. That's why they use Dynamics 365 to help manage the talent that they need for each project. At Inner-City Cubes, we can help you find and implement the solutions that will bring agility and accelerate transformation within your organization.
Customer story: Lilly envisions a workplace where collaboration enables innovation
Pharmaceutical company, Lilly, aspires to create medicines that make life better for people around the world. Prioritizing both caring and discovery, they're using Microsoft 365 to support creative teamwork and dissolve physical barriers through in-lab collaboration.
At Inner-City Cubes, we can help you unlock the potential of collaboration tools like Microsoft 365. Contact us to learn more.
Customer Story: Clifton Coffee Overview
For Clifton Coffee Roasters, the first step to growing their business was to improve internal communication within the company. In the past, communication among team members was extremely disjointed, so it was challenging for team members to connect in an efficient manner. And as the business expanded and more employees were onboarded, the communication breakdown became even worse.
Enter Teamwork solutions from Microsoft. With a streamlined communication strategy that provided a single hub for company resources and multiple methods for team members to connect no matter where they were individually located, Clifton Coffee Roasters was able to grow into one of the UK's premier coffee companies. Contact our team to see how we can help transform your business with an upgraded teamwork platform.
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Modernize Your Sales Productivity in Hours, Not Days
Dynamics 365 for Sales Professional was built to tackle the biggest challenges faced by sales professionals, especially unclear expectations and sales tools and data overload. Cut through the clutter and ambiguity with Dynamics 365 for Sales Professional.
The future of work: Empowering people and organizations to achieve more
Digital technology is changing every industry and economy. If you're not modernizing your workplace, you could be falling behind. One of the easiest changes you can make to facilitate digital transformation is adopting a modern workplace solution like Microsoft Teams. At Inner-City Cubes, we have helped dozens of companies like yours to implement modern digital solutions. Contact us today to learn more on how we can help.
View: The future of work: Empowering people and organizations to achieve more
Unlocking Future Potential with Dynamics 365 and Power BI
Celestica assists their customers at every stage of product development, so they needed a comprehensive system that could do the same. That's why they use Dynamics 365 and Power BI to track and visualize everything from their own internal metrics to customer success.
Dynamics 365 automates complex transactions and business processes
As the complexity of transactions grew, Microsoft needed a robust management system to efficiently process and answer questions. So, they developed a Microsoft Dynamics 365-based contract and transaction case management solution. It uses defined stages to show the status of a transaction, helping employees manage the process. At Inner-City Cubes, we have the knowledge to help you identify the tools you need to create that same capability. Contact us today to learn how we can help.
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Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Using Azure and Visual Studio Team Services for open-source development
If you want to integrate more modern engineering practices using open-source technologies, now is the time to act. Azure offers a significant cost savings and business value, allowing customers to achieve more on all their workloads.
At Inner-City Cubes, we help support your open-source needs. Contact us today to speak with one of our dedicated professionals.
View: Using Azure and Visual Studio Team Services for open-source development
Microsoft Teams, the hub for teamwork in Office 365
Employees today are working with twice the number of teams they were just 5 years ago. Part of that change is the evolution of the modern workplace in which workers can freely collaborate and communicate to achieve more and drive profitability.
At Inner-City Cubes, we know that your company's productivity is the key to unlocking higher profitability. By planning and adopting a modern workplace solution like Teams, you could see profitability increase by 21%. Contact us today to learn more.
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Map to your customers' sales expectations
Customers mention the desire for faster interactions with sales twice as often as lower price. This is probably because 60% of companies lack a well-designed sales process, instead patching together multiple time-consuming sales tools.
Dynamics 365 for Sales Professional has the potential to transform this process, by integrating tools seamlessly into sales reps' routines to save time through efficiencies.
TEI Microsoft Dynamics 365 For Finance Operations
When you optimize operations, you make employees more efficient, and this can lead to real savings especially when it comes to reducing overtime. Some businesses have increased Finance employee productivity up to 20%. At Inner-City Cubes, we know the business applications that you need to integrate and drive transformation within your organization. Contact us today to speak with one of our experienced staff about how we can help you plan your transformation.
Monday, September 23, 2019
Getting Started with Red Hat on Azure
Do you use open-source solutions and products like Red Hat? If so, you need a cloud provider that works with your existing Red Hat subscription. The good news is, you can now use your Red Hat subscription on Azure. If you're interested in making the shift to the cloud, Inner-City Cubes can help you integrate your Red Hat services seamlessly. Contact us today to learn more about our industry-recognized service offering.
Customer Story: Clifton Coffee
Clifton Coffee Roasters (CCR) is a popular coffee company that profited from the recent boom in café culture. As Clifton Coffee Roasters' business grew, so did the company leaders' ambitions. They credit digital business and communication tools from Microsoft with helping them to grow and scale their business. Now, they provide additional services like technical support and delivery service to coffee shops across the UK. Check out this video to see how Clifton Coffee Roasters upgraded their teamwork strategy to grow their business.
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Experience is everything: Here's how to get it right
Customer experience can make or break a business. It seems like an obvious statement, so why do so many companies struggle to get it right? Check out this E-book to gain insights on how best to utilize technology and other resources to ensure you are nailing this fundamental requirement.
10 ways to learn more about open source software and trends
Do you know the impact of open source software on your company? In a recent survey, 59% of managers didn't seem to understand the role open source would play in the future of their enterprise. You could be missing out on valuable opportunities.
At Inner-City Cubes, we have the experience to help you identify the right solutions for your open source needs. We can help you navigate today's ever-expanding options. Contact us to learn more.
How to bake automation into your company's architecture, from the ground up
There are enormous benefits businesses can realize from integrating automated systems in their workplace. From increased agility to having a better understanding of the big picture. Automation isn't replacing humans, it's enabling people to focus on what they're good at. As an employer, you should be doing everything in your power to help your employees do the same.
At Inner-City Cubes, we can help you find the solutions that help your workers focus. Contact us to find out more.
Tuesday, September 17, 2019
We All Knew Tech Would Make Work Better
By 2025, 75% of the workforce will be comprised of Millennials. What are you doing to modernize your workplace? Today, the answers are increasingly nuanced, characterized by a cycle of changes in the workplace.
After a revolution in the workplace spurred by technology, companies are finding that a balanced approach may be the most effective. Explore this article to learn more.
How collaboration can work for business
Whether you are a small-business owner or the CEO of a global enterprise, fostering a community of collaboration within your organization is important. Empowering employees through collaboration gives them the permission they need to go forth and do great things for the company. But collaboration doesn't come without the right tools. At Inner-City Cubes, we want you to have the tools to foster the teamwork you need. Contact us today to learn more.
Customer Story: Compass Group serves up a global solution with Microsoft Dynamics 365
Watch the multinational organization Compass successfully implement the user-friendly, scalable Dynamics 365 platform to maintain consistent customer service across their entire organization.
Customer story: Axon
At Axon, their mission is to protect life. They create tech that helps officers protect communities. With body cams producing petabytes of data every month, data storage starts to become an issue. That's why they modernized their IT infrastructure.
At Inner-City Cubes, we can help you find the right solutions to fit your needs. With our team of professionals, we can help minimize downtime and incorporate the functionality you need fast. Contact us today to learn more.
Customer story: M-KOPA Solar
As their business grew to over 1,000 employees, M-KOPA Solar, a consumer solar energy provider, needed to consolidate their reporting to promote timely responses and meet customer demand quickly--all while maintaining a secure IT environment. By adopting a full suite of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions, M-KOPA can respond to demand and meet business requirements quickly. At Inner-City Cubes, we want to help you do the same. Contact us to learn more on how we can help.
Monday, September 16, 2019
Customer story: Razer plays to win, gains advantage in global gaming industry with Microsoft 365
Having a singular platform for collaboration and teamwork means that the IT department at gaming-laptop company, Razer, can empower their people. Razer wants their employees to do their very best work at a very high standard, and that means they need to communicate and share files easily.
At Inner-City Cubes, we know how to help you plan and adopt the collaboration tools you need to modernize your workplace and achieve more with teamwork. Contact us today to learn more.
Customer Story: Think Up Consulting Recap
With its global client base increasing, Think Up Consulting needed to improve its remote working capabilities. Its VPN-based system sometimes made it difficult for employees to remotely access files. And without a centralized platform, employees wasted time switching between disparate systems.
But with Windows 10 and Office 365, Think Up created a unified solution, increased productivity and security, improved efficacy, and reduced costs. Think Up Consulting empowers its employees to achieve more together.
We can help you increase your global client base. Contact us to learn more.
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Migrating an open source PaaS solution to Azure
Modern Muse, a UK-based charity, lifted their existing AWS solution and shifted it to Azure without significant code changes. At Inner-City Cubes, we can help you in your migration journey also. You'll be amazed on what you can accomplish with tools like Azure. Contact us today to learn more.
Tuesday, September 10, 2019
Data is more complex than ever. Transform data into insights with SQL Server 2019
Moving data isn't always easy. There are more than 340 types of databases in use today and moving data across them presents challenges for any IT team.
At Inner-City Cubes, we have years of experience helping businesses find the IT solutions that can keep up with their constantly evolving business practice. Whether you need a solution for storage, data transfer, or just need to gain better insights from your data, we can help. Contact us today to learn more.
View: Data is more complex than ever. Transform data into insights with SQL Server 2019
Do more beyond the Core Microsoft Dynamics 365 + SAP
Many organizations are moving to cloud-based ERP systems that can provide greater speed and flexibility at lower costs. Some businesses may not be able to migrate to the cloud, but they may still require greater flexibility and capabilities than their existing solutions provide.
At Inner-City Cubes, we want to help these businesses plan and adopt an ERP solution that can fit within their current operations, providing a smooth journey while adding the benefits of an enhanced ERP system.
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When you combine teamwork and collaboration, great things can happen. With the freedom to connect and work together, your employees' outlook and productivity increase, and you'll see them drive your business forward.
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Cost Savings and Business Benefits Enabled by Windows 10 Security Features
$1.1 million was saved by those using Windows 10 as a result of reduced productivity impact of malware infections. This Forrester Consulting study, commissioned by Microsoft, examines the Total Economic Impact™ of Windows 10 security features. Windows 10 provides a completely integrated solution, which impacts overall security and minimizes use of system resources.
Check out the full study to learn more about Windows 10 features to better understand the benefits, costs, and risks associated with this investment with Inner-City Cubes.
View: Cost Savings and Business Benefits Enabled by Windows 10 Security Features
Five revenue killers and how to defeat them
Compiling the knowledge of several sales and marketing experts, this guide is intended to help you identify, avoid, and/or remediate these five revenue killers that may be impacting the effectiveness of your sales and marketing efforts.
Monday, September 9, 2019
Modernize your ERP with a multi-tiered deployment for Operations Finance
If you're using a primary ERP system that is expensive to customize, it might be time to implement a multi-tier ERP model. Integrating multiple ERP solutions provides a set of capabilities unique to your business needs. At Inner-City Cubes, we know ERP requirements can be tough to plan; that's why we're here to help. With years of experience helping businesses adopt the solutions they need, we can work with you to ensure a smooth and fast transition. Contact us today for more.
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Customer story: City of Westminster College | What is voice?
For a student who is hard of hearing, it can be difficult to communicate in class. That's why Esam Baboukhan, the e-learning manager at the City of Westminster College (CWC), introduced Teams to facilitate the learning experience for every student, regardless of their ability to hear. Since then, Esam has seen improved student teamwork, especially with students that previously had to communicate through an interpreter. It's one way that the modern workplace has enabled students to collaborate at CWC.
Reduce costs with Windows and Office
70% of small and midsize businesses (SMBs) reinvest saved money into their business thanks to the cloud.
Simplify the process of keeping devices up to date while saving time,
reducing costs, and gaining control. Check out this infographic--which shows industry trends, pain points, and proof points--to learn why and how.
And to find the right Windows 10 and Office 365 solution for your business to reduce costs, contact our team at Inner-City Cubes.
Tuesday, September 3, 2019
Five revenue killers and how to defeat them
Are you getting the most out of your available data? Are your sales and marketing teams communicating effectively? Seemingly small missed connections could be holding your business back from hitting revenue goals. Find out what they are and how to avoid them here.
Five Ways to Effectively Optimize Your Business Operations
Even today, many practices in the business world are performed manually leaving room for human error as well as the risks of customer dissatisfaction. Automating some of those practices like customer reporting can cut down on errors, time, and money. At Inner-City Cubes, we want to help you optimize your business. With the right tools and experienced team at your side, there's no end to what your business can achieve. Contact us today to set up a consultation.
Monday, September 2, 2019
The Data Center Isn't Dying, But It Is Changing
There's no doubt that the nature of IT infrastructure is changing. According to some, it could spell the end of datacenters as we know them. Likely, that won't happen for many years. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't plan for the future.
At Inner-City Cubes, we can help you plan, implement, and optimize your cloud-based IT infrastructure for whatever the future may hold. Contact us today to set up a meeting.
Quantifying the value of collaboration with Microsoft Teams
Employees save four hours each week with improved collaboration and information sharing, according to Forrester's Total Economic Impact™ Of Microsoft Teams.
Microsoft Teams puts everything organizations need into one place. Everything from chats, meetings, calling, and Office 365 apps are brought together to make faster, more informed decisions in a single, intelligent hub. With Teams, every type of worker can be empowered to contribute their voice and take shared accountability for business outcomes.
Read this blog to learn more and contact us at Inner-City Cubes to get started today.
Customer Story: Michael Hill
Since 1979, Michael Hill has provided the world with luxury jewelry. As the company has grown, they've needed to expand their omnichannel processes. This desire has driven them to consolidate data onto one platform to accelerate their digital transformation. You, too, can optimize your operations to drive transformation and accelerate growth.
Customer story: GEA Group
GEA is one of the largest suppliers of process technology for the food industry in the world. They employ 18,000 people in over 60 countries.
When you're that large, managing and keeping IT infrastructure under control can be tough. That's why they migrated their complete SAP infrastructure and all ERP solutions to the Microsoft cloud. And they did it without major business impact.
If you're also looking to migrate your IT infrastructure, our team at Inner-City Cubes can help. Contact us to get started.
Customer Story: Think Up Consulting | Reduce Costs
Brand strategy and change management firm, Think Up Consulting, has saved nearly $14,000, with more savings on the horizon, with Microsoft Teams. They've replaced several applications with Windows 10 and Office 365, which feature a wide range of productivity tools. With modern technologies, Think Up has significantly improved efficiency and reduced costs.
Want to have cost savings like Think Up? Contact us at Inner-City Cubes to learn more.
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