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Target emotions in the business case

By: James Robertson Posted: May 28, 2009

Intranet business cases need to beyond dry numbers and recommendations, and target emotions and key business needs.

Going beyond reducing intranet frustration

By: James Robertson Posted: May 28, 2009

If intranets are to achieve their full potential, intranet teams must go beyond just reducing frustration.

Sources of staff directory information

By: James Robertson Posted: April 28, 2009

There are three main sources of staff directory information: IT systems, HR/payroll, and staff themselves.

Use good interview techniques

By: James Robertson Posted: April 28, 2009

Following a core set of guidelines will greatly improve the effectiveness of staff interviews.

Does your intranet close the business process loop?

By: Serena Joyner Posted: March 23, 2009

The intranet is a powerful way of helping staff to get things done more effectively.

No collaboration without communications

By: Amanda Broomhall Posted: March 23, 2009

Getting the fundamentals of good communication right is a prerequisite for collaboration initiatives.

Who owns intranet search?

By: James Robertson Posted: December 18, 2008

In most cases, the intranet team should own search, and the responsibility should not be left within IT.

Managing the intranet through a crisis

By: Amanda Broomhall Posted: November 27, 2008

Managing the intranet through the cycles of boom and bust that are inevitable in our organisations and economies.

Basics of governance

By: Amanda Broomhall Posted: November 27, 2008

Governance is about having a framework in place that enables the decision-making and planning processes for the intranet.

Extend the reach of the staff directory

By: James Robertson Posted: November 27, 2008

Staff directories are only useful when they contain all staff, even those without a PC or payroll number.