Microchip Shortage
Why the chips are down for everything from cars to PCs. The great microchip shortage has caused chaos for consumers and industries globally. We explain what the shortage is and how it came about, as well as what you can do to mitigate against supply issues.
Travel Tech 2021 – Podcast
Have a smooth getaway with the Lifeline IT travel tech podcast. With the summer finally here, many of us will be taking holidays either at home, or even perhaps abroad. But wherever you’re off to, it’s always good to know of the best tech items that can help improve your holiday experience.
Georgie Webb – Spotlight on Lifeline IT’s Office Co-ordinator
Find out about Lifeline IT's Office Co-ordinator, Georgie Webb. Georgie handles around 250 enquiries each week and is key to running the support desk, ensuring calls and emails are dealt with promptly. We talk to Georgie to find out more about her vital role.
Bluegem Virtual Online AGM 2021
Virtual AGMs can be a highly effective way to engage with staff and stakeholders. As technical facilitators, Lifeline IT recently delivered a second, successful virtual AGM for Bluegem Capital Partners. Organising and hosting these events is a new service available for existing clients and potential customers.
Lifeline IT Client Spotlight – Royal Brompton Hospital (RBH)
Lifeline IT client, the Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospitals Charity supports innovative treatment, equipment and research. Find out more about this special organisation, its history and the role property plays in helping it raise funds in a unique way.
Coding for Kids – Podcast
Are you confused by the term ‘coding’ and would you like to learn about how you can get yourself and the kids involved? In the latest edition of Lifeline IT’s series of podcasts – The Tech Lifeline – demystifies the world of coding and explains the basics of what is fast becoming an essential life skill.
Dream Desk – Podcast
Having the right desk set-up has never been so important. Not only is it good for you physically – the correct chair and desk helps with posture and can prevent back and neck problems – but it can also improve wellbeing if you’re working in a pleasant environment. Find out how to create your ideal home office.
New Series of Podcasts
Are you bamboozled by tech and wish you had your own personal expert to recommend the best gadgets and gizmos? The launch of Lifeline IT’s new podcast series hosted by Daniel Mitchell and Adam Woolf, ‘The Tech Lifeline’ is a go-to guide to help you get the very best out of tech.
Homeworking Survey Results
Many of us have been working from home for over a year now. We take a look at what you’ve loved and loathed about setting up camp at the kitchen table. We reveal the findings of our ‘Tech Challenges’ survey, which asked people what they have struggled with and also enjoyed about working from home.
The Art of the Telephone Conversation
We take a look at the growth of online video platforms and Lifeline IT’s Daniel discusses what the future may hold for the phone call. Daniel explains why he thinks the telephone call will remain a key communications tool in the future: "People can’t always be front of camera".
Apple M1 Processor
There’s been much talk around the new Apple Silicon M1 processor which launched in 2020 and is tipped to revolutionise Mac products. It's a major change in Apple operating systems, but what exactly is the M1 and what does it mean for users? Get the low-down on this latest tech development.
Alternative Social Media Sites
Have you ever had a verbal conversation with someone and then looked at Facebook or Instagram only to see suggested posts, users or adverts relating to the very conversation you’ve just had? Are there safer alternatives available to keep us connected? Lifeline IT’s Daniel Mitchell gives you a guide to some of the platforms you might consider.
Lifeline IT Tech Challenges Survey
We’re launching the Lifeline IT Tech Challenges survey and want to hear from you about IT difficulties you’ve encountered over the past year. We want to find out about how changes caused by the Covid-19 pandemic are affecting you and what IT developments could help improve how you operate remotely.
Lifeline IT Client Spotlight – Action Tutoring
Lifeline IT client ‘Action Tutoring’, an education charity that was founded to tutor children from disadvantaged backgrounds, is on a drive to help thousands of young people affected by Covid-19. The organisation will be giving additional learning to children whose education has been disrupted by the pandemic – a 100% increase from the previous year.
New Year, New Start: 2021 Tech Developments
We thought we’d start the year with a look at some IT developments that you and your business need to consider over the next 12 months. Back-up of cloud environments is a key issue for 2021. There are also some exciting changes from Apple this year that will make noticeable differences to the performance of Apple products.
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