Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
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September 28, 2023
The Firstbase Virtual IT Closet is a cloud-based solution that enables employees to order peripherals and monitors from a pre-approved catalog, giving IT teams control over expenses, easy admin approvals, and seamless global procurement.
September 6, 2023
2023-09-06
In this case study, we explore how an enterprise technology consulting firm tackled the challenges of managing an increasing headcount and device lifecycle needs.
August 31, 2023
2023-08-31
Discover how Benefex, the innovative team behind the award-winning employee experience platform OneHub, streamlined its internal processes for managing devices across its global workforce.
August 30, 2023
2023-08-30
After being acquired, this leading enterprise cloud software provider had to manage a reduction in force (RIF). With 2.5K global employees, they looked to Firstbase to increase their laptop retrieval rates and recoup value from these assets.
August 25, 2023
2023-08-25
We surveyed 59 Firstbase customers and found that we helped overcome their low retrieval rates and offered unparalleled visibility and tracking of their IT devices.
August 25, 2023
2023-08-25
Amid the rise of remote work post-pandemic, Gartner identifies workforce as a top CEO concern. This webinar dives into IT's role in optimizing employee experience, from onboarding nuances to addressing remote equipment challenges.
August 18, 2023
Earnest Analytics, in partnership with Firstbase, has transformed its IT operations. This has led to improved onboarding, efficient EU asset management, and significant time savings, all while fostering an employee-centric approach.
August 2, 2023
2023-08-02
Equipping and supporting a distributed workforce with all the IT and ergonomics they need to start and stay productive is challenging. It’s also more costly than most realize.
July 20, 2023
2023-07-20
This webinar explains the need for automating end-user computing processes to effectively manage remote workers, asserting that efficient management can boost revenue growth by 25%. The video presents a comprehensive look at transitioning from outdated legacy systems to automated processes and showcases how the Firstbase platform can simplify the employee equipment process.
July 13, 2023
2023-07-13
The "IT Operations Blueprint for Distributed Work" eBook provides comprehensive best practices for managing IT processes in a remote or hybrid work environment. Compiled by a highly experienced Ops team, the guide covers everything from equipping employees to managing equipment breakages and retrievals in a distributed work setting.
June 28, 2023
2023-06-29
Join us in this illuminating webinar as we explore the shifting landscape of end-user computing in response to the rise of flexible work.
June 21, 2023
2023-06-21
This case study reveals how Verse used Firstbase's solution to enhance its remote employee experience and automate the full lifecycle of equipment management.
June 12, 2023
2023-06-12
Modernizing End User Computing for Hybrid Work is a comprehensive webinar offering insights into the rapidly changing landscape of end-user computing, brought on by the rise of hybrid and remote work.
June 4, 2023
2023-05-30
Discover how to boost employee retention and productivity through effective onboarding and an empowering digital environment in this essential guide for HR professionals and team leaders.
June 1, 2023
2023-06-02
Watch this on-demand webinar to understand the challenges of hybrid work models, the cost of the status quo, and the role of cloud migration in employee equipment processes.
May 15, 2023
Read this one pager to understand Firstbaseʼs environmental practices and sustainability approach around operations and device lifecycle.
May 15, 2023
Explore the Firstbase Integration Hub powered by Workato, the enterprise's first remote equipment management integration hub that seamlessly connects customers to 1,000+ SaaS apps, databases, AI services, APIs, and more without any coding, eliminating silos between IT, HR, and Finance and enabling effortless automation.
May 15, 2023
Gain a comprehensive understanding of Firstbase's procurement flexibility by reading this concise one-pager. Explore the ability to seamlessly mix and match procurement models across various regions and devices.
May 15, 2023
Watch this on-demand webinar and learn how to revolutionize your remote IT onboarding process using Workday, BambooHR, and Namely. Discover strategies to boost employee engagement, streamline workflows, and enhance business outcomes in the era of remote work.
May 15, 2023
Discover how "Connecting with Okta and Firstbase" enhances security and compliance by simplifying login, enabling employees to use their Okta credentials for Firstbase, enforcing security standards, streamlining user provisioning, and automating onboarding and offboarding processes.
May 15, 2023
Discover the challenges and solutions of managing a hybrid IT workforce in this on-demand webinar. Gain insights into attracting and retaining talent by creating a human-centric workplace that fosters collaboration and performance. Evaluate the ROI of return-to-workplace initiatives and explore the transformation of end-user computing tasks through digital processes.
May 15, 2023
Read this brief overview and learn how to equip remote and hybrid workers for success across the entire employee journey with the Firstbase platform.
May 15, 2023
2023-05-17
Discover the significance of effective off-boarding for organizations, both from HR and IT perspectives, and gain insights into establishing a robust IT off-boarding process for remote employees in this on-demand webinar.
May 15, 2023
Watch this on-demand webinar and learn the key factors impacting IT end-user computing in the remote workforce era and the importance of prioritizing employee experience. Gain insights into the costs and risks of maintaining legacy processes, and explore how a holistic and cloud-based approach can transform end-user computing, empowering IT teams to adapt and excel in equipping remote workers.
May 15, 2023
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 28, 2023
2023-08-28
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 21, 2023
2023-08-21
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 14, 2023
2023-08-14
Join Chris Herd and Denise Brouder as they unravel the nuances of the digital work age. Dive into the mystery of fading workplace touchpoints, the philosophical side of work, and the power of futurism and empathy in shaping our digital futures. Discover insights that pave the path to a brighter, more connected tomorrow. The video and transcript are available.
August 11, 2023
2023-08-11
Firstbase is now an Apple Authorized Reseller, highlighting its top-tier remote equipment management. Elevate your hybrid work experience with us.
August 9, 2023
2023-08-09
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 7, 2023
2023-08-07
Navigate the future of work with Chris Herd and John Winsor as they unravel insights on adaptability, technology shifts, and distributed work. Discover where to catch the wave and find the sweet spot in this ever-changing business landscape.
August 2, 2023
2023-08-02
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
July 31, 2023
2023-07-31
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
July 24, 2023
2023-07-24
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
July 17, 2023
2023-07-17
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
July 10, 2023
2023-07-10
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
July 5, 2023
2023-07-05
In office settings, supplying IT accessories on demand to workers was easy, but it gets harder with a distributed workforce, especially when employees are global. This is where a cloud-based virtual IT closet comes into play.
July 5, 2023
2023-07-05
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
June 26, 2023
2023-06-26
We're thrilled to announce that Firstbase has received the prestigious 2023 RemoteTech Breakthrough Award for our game-changing Employee Onboarding Solution. Transform your remote onboarding process and boost productivity with Firstbase. Request a demo today.
June 22, 2023
2023-06-22
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
June 19, 2023
2023-06-19
Learn how modern IT leaders are thinking about the challenges they face in 2023, in this report co-sponsored by Firstbase.
June 13, 2023
2023-06-13
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
June 11, 2023
2023-06-11
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
June 5, 2023
2023-06-05
Why are remote work IT shipping costs so high? And how do you solve for them? Find out in this blog that you'll want to share with your CFO.
May 31, 2023
2023-05-31
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
May 30, 2023
2023-05-30
Retrieving remote worker equipment is hard, and most companies are losing a significant percentage of their deployed remote work IT assets. Learn why and how you can dramatically improve your retrieval rates.
May 24, 2023
2023-05-24
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
May 22, 2023
2023-05-22
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
May 15, 2023
2023-05-15
Discover the future of work and technology in a captivating discussion between Job van der Voort, CEO of Remote.com, and Chris Herd. Dive into topics like VR in remote work, AI adoption, CEO time management, and Job's remote work setup. Get a sneak peek of the conversation and glimpse the exciting possibilities ahead.
May 11, 2023
2023-05-11
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
May 8, 2023
2023-05-08
In a dynamic conversation, Chris Herd and Allison Baum Gates take us on a journey through the changing landscape of work. They explore how different generations interact with technology in the workplace, the evolution of communication platforms, and the rise of visually engaging platforms. Their advice to budding entrepreneurs underscores the need for a personal connection with the problem they seek to solve.
May 5, 2023
2023-05-05
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
May 1, 2023
2023-05-01
Dive into this insightful conversation between Chris Herd, CEO of Firstbase, and Tracy Keogh, co-founder of Grow Remote, as they discuss the changing landscape of work, the impact of remote work on cities, and the challenges companies face when adapting to this new way of working.
April 28, 2023
2023-04-28
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
April 24, 2023
2023-04-24
Are you ready to go Against the Herd? This episode features Steve Todd, Head of Workplace Strategy at Nasdaq in New York City where he leads a team focused on providing productive workspaces that elevate employee experiences.
April 18, 2023
2023-04-18
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
April 17, 2023
2023-04-17
Are you ready to go Against the Herd? This episode features Howard Lerman, Founder & CEO of Roam, and co-founder & former CEO of Yext. Learn about Howard's insights on operating a distributed company, operating as a CEO in a public company, and his unique perspective on leadership in the age of digital transformation.
April 12, 2023
2023-04-12
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
April 10, 2023
2023-04-10
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
April 3, 2023
2023-04-03
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
March 27, 2023
2023-03-27
On March 15th, 2023, we announced our Spring ‘23 Release, our biggest release yet. Thank you to those who were able to join us! There were a lot of new features and enhancements announced, so we've prepared a brief recap to get you up to speed with everything in Spring ‘23.
March 21, 2023
2023-03-21
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
March 20, 2023
2023-03-20
We're excited to announce the Firstbase Integration Hub powered by Workato’s Intelligent Integration and Automation platform. The Firstbase Integration Hub will enable our customers to connect to 1,000+ SaaS apps, databases, AI services, APIs, and more without writing any code.
March 15, 2023
2023-03-15
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
March 13, 2023
2023-03-13
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
March 6, 2023
2023-03-06
Enterprises are striving to become increasingly digital in their business model. But is your IT operating model strong enough to help achieve your organization's digital ambition?
March 1, 2023
2023-03-01
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
February 27, 2023
2023-02-27
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
February 20, 2023
2023-02-20
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
February 13, 2023
2023-02-13
Many Fintech companies have leaned into remote work. A recent search on builtin.com showed over five hundred Fintechs with remote work programs, and 185 that were fully remote. In this blog, we’ll look at the drivers for the growth of remote work in Fintechs and key considerations for how to best equip remote workers to maximize retention, engagement, and productivity.
February 13, 2023
2023-02-13
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
February 6, 2023
2023-02-06
Hardware-as-a-Service (HaaS) is a powerful way to procure end-user computing equipment. It offers an effective way to conserve cash, keep IT equipment off your balance sheet, and keep your employees happy with the most up-to-date equipment. When combined with self-service automation, HaaS is an attractive path for organizations looking to better serve remote workers.
January 31, 2023
2023-01-31
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
January 30, 2023
2023-01-30
Many IT teams are just starting to design sustainable practices for remote work. In this blog post, we’ll cover four basic steps for properly equipping home and flexible location workers. These steps are drawn from the Gartner research report “How to Best Equip Home Workers,” by Stephen Kleynhans, which is the Firstbase highlighted research report for January 2023. You can get that report until the end of January with complimentary access.
January 25, 2023
2023-01-25
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
January 23, 2023
2023-01-23
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
January 17, 2023
2023-01-17
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
January 9, 2023
2023-01-09
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
January 3, 2023
2023-01-03
I am a foodie. I love cooking. I love eating, drinking good wine (and other stuff too). So as the holidays have come and gone my mind naturally goes back to all the eating (don’t get me started on how successful I was at trying to *control* all the eating). And it struck me that the piling of food on the plate at holiday meals offers a good analogy for what IT teams are struggling with an ongoing cloud and digital transformation environment amped up by a generational shift to remote and flexible work.
December 28, 2022
2022-12-28
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
December 27, 2022
2022-12-27
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
December 19, 2022
2022-12-19
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
December 13, 2022
2022-12-13
During the pandemic, IT teams moved mountains to adapt to the sudden shift to work from home (WFH). Now that remote and flexible work has become a steady state reality, it’s high time to mature the entire process of supporting remote workers, including how IT teams manage their end user computing fleet.
December 8, 2022
2022-12-08
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
December 5, 2022
2022-12-05
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
November 28, 2022
2022-11-28
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
November 21, 2022
2022-11-21
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
November 15, 2022
2022-11-15
In a recent webinar on this topic, I shared how I ran across an early pandemic era article by Intel that declared that “the status quo is officially dead” for end user computing (EUC), due to the need to adapt to remote work.
November 10, 2022
2022-11-10
Companies’ return to the office or “RTO” has become a hot-button issue that has gripped headlines for weeks. Fortune has called the tension between RTO and WFH (work from home) a “war.” Yet with hybrid work emerging as a dominant work model moving forward, most companies have initiated RTOs.
November 7, 2022
2022-11-07
In our first ever seasonal release webinar, Ian, our VP of Product & Design, discussed how for our Fall Release we're helping you manage the entire equipment lifecycle without the manual hassles by focusing on three key themes. Read below for a quick recap and click here to watch the on-demand recording.
November 1, 2022
2022-11-01
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
October 31, 2022
2022-10-31
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
October 24, 2022
2022-10-24
IT administrators need flexibility and control to optimize deployment of used versus new devices. Firstbase makes this easy so you can reduce your carbon footprint, maximize your assets, and deliver the best possible employee experiences.
October 20, 2022
2022-10-20
With on-platform returns, replacements, and upgrades, we’re equipping IT and HR administrators with the tools and infrastructure they need to maximize productivity for their employees across the entire employee journey. Firstbase empowers you to manage the entire equipment lifecycle–starting but not ending with great onboarding–so you can deliver the best employee experience at all times.
October 19, 2022
2022-10-19
With Firstbase and Enboarder, we’re combining personalized, digital onboarding with seamless equipment outfitting, creating the best onboarding experience for your employees. Make your employees feel welcomed and set up for success well before day one and beyond with the power of Firstbase and Enboarder.
October 18, 2022
2022-10-18
With the new Firstbase API, we’re helping IT and HR administrators save time by automating manual workflows such as onboarding and offboarding across their HRIS and IdP systems. Firstbase empowers you to orchestrate the entire equipment lifecycle across each step of the employee journey, without the manual hassles.
October 17, 2022
2022-10-17
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
October 17, 2022
2022-10-17
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
October 10, 2022
2022-10-10
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
October 3, 2022
2022-10-03
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
September 26, 2022
2022-09-26
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
September 19, 2022
2022-09-19
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
September 12, 2022
2022-09-12
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 29, 2022
2022-08-29
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 22, 2022
2022-08-22
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 15, 2022
2022-08-15
Fortune recently published an article on how Spotify reduced employee turnover by 15% between 2019 and 2022 by embracing work from anywhere. This result is impressive, so the question is “how did they get there?” Let’s explore how you can create a successful “Work from Anywhere” framework, boost retention and empower your best workforce.
August 11, 2022
2022-08-11
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 8, 2022
2022-08-08
Welcome to the Future of Work Roundup. Each week, we bring you five top stories—drawing from the latest academic research and industry trends—to give you an easily-digestible snapshot of how work is changing—and why it matters.
August 1, 2022
2022-08-01
When companies contemplate adopting more flexible work like remote work and hybrid work, productivity is often top-of-mind. Before the pandemic, despite evidence on the contrary, many businesses avoided flexible work because they assumed that their workers’ productivity would take a hit. Yet, during the pandemic, it’s become increasingly clear that flexible work can drive productivity gains. Experts have argued that greater opportunities for flexible work will lead to a five percent productivity boost in the post-pandemic economy.
July 28, 2022
2022-07-28
Employees need to be equipped with the right technology to succeed in an increasingly remote and dynamic work environment. This isn’t something that happens as a one-and-done event during onboarding. Instead, you need to continually ensure that your employees’ technology remains up-to-date so that they remain productive, engaged, and also protected from security and data threats.
June 22, 2022
2022-06-22
We are thrilled to announce $50M in Series B funding, led by Kleiner Perkins, and welcome Josh Coyne to our board. Today is an important day for Firstbase.
March 25, 2022
2022-03-25
On March 12th 2020 the world changed. In the 15 months since remote work has accelerated 15 years into the future. Where prior to the pandemic only 3% of the US workforce worked remotely full-time, after the pandemic 10X that number will.
July 19, 2021
2021-07-19
Today is an important day for Firstbase and all of us personally. We are announcing a $2M Series Seed led by David Goldberg at Alpaca and a $13M Series A led by David Ulevitch at A16Z.
April 29, 2021
2021-04-29
Over the last 3 years, we've spoken to 100+ of the leading remote-first companies on the planet These are the 20 lessons they taught us about how to build a great remote team 1. ✍️ Documentation: documentation is the unspoken superpower of remote teams
February 22, 2021
2021-02-22
Every company that operated from an office pre-Covid — who has managed to continue operating effectively while forced to work remotely during a global pandemic — will be forced to become a Remote-First organization.
February 15, 2021
2021-02-15
Remote work isn’t a new way of working Remote work is a new way of living Unshackling people from sitting in a pollution emitting metal box for 2 hours a day commuting to a distraction factory adult kids club where you waste your days not doing anything and padding out an 8 hour day before you go home and have no time left.
December 9, 2020
2020-12-09
The Rise of Remote-first Office working is a relic. It’s a reminder of a company’s inability to embrace change. It’s also no longer necessary. In fact, office working is a waste from almost every way you look at it.
December 3, 2020
2020-12-03
A few years ago, Steve Case wrote what may turn out to be the most prescient overview of where the world was headed. The Third wave predicted and projected the end of the analog age. Replacing it would be a digital world. Not only has that happened in incredibly short order, but it’s also going to continue to happen even more quickly over the coming years
December 3, 2020
2020-12-03
🤸♀️ 9 in 10 workers never want to work in an office full-time again 🌍 5 in 10 workers want to work remotely full-time going forward ✈️ 8 in 10 companies plan to hire more remotely going forward 💰 $1 Trillion cut in office spend if WFH 50%/week US alone The office will kill any company that goes back full-time
December 3, 2020
2020-12-03
The Numbers 90% of employees working from home over the lockdown period want to remain where they are. Even more importantly: 50% of employees in the study want to work remotely for most, if not all of the time. Mirroring that, 50% of IBM employees said the same thing a few months earlier. This has been replicated multiple times by several sources. This is future.
December 3, 2020
2020-12-03
Not so fast The danger here is that workers do not buy the right equipment. The outcome is incredibly simple: injuries, lower productivity, and a terrible experience.
December 3, 2020
2020-12-03
Table stakes for doing great work are the right tools and equipment. Everybody know this, it's the reason everything is provided for you in an office. Without those things, you won't be as safe, comfortable, or productive as you should be.
December 3, 2020
2020-12-03
The right digital workforce solutions can drive productivity, collaboration, and employee engagement, improving business outcomes.
August 31, 2023
2023-08-31
With a distributed workforce where workers are scattered across the world, achieving high rates of remote employees returning equipment is very complex and time-consuming for your IT team to handle.
August 25, 2023
2023-08-25
Let's assess the strengths and limitations original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) have in providing and managing your employee's corporate devices on a global scale.
August 18, 2023
2023-08-17
Let's break down the advantages and limitations of partnering with value-added resellers (VARs) to outsource device lifecycle management.
August 4, 2023
2023-08-04
Onboarding best practices go beyond day one.
August 1, 2023
2023-08-01
As an IT admin or procurement manager, it is vital to understand the benefits and constraints of partnering with a managed service provider (MSP) to provide device lifecycle management.
July 30, 2023
2023-07-28
Let's compare BYOD, COPE, COBO, and CYOD employee equipment provisioning models to see which is best for your organization.
July 21, 2023
2023-07-21
Digital workplace solutions have become integral in shaping the future of work and increasing employee and customer retention. Here's what to consider when choosing your infrastructure of tools, apps, and platforms.
July 19, 2023
2023-07-19
With PCaaS (PC as a Service), organizations can simplify IT, reduce costs, streamline business needs, and improve the employee experience.
July 17, 2023
2023-07-17
Device lifecycle management (DLM) has been complicated by remote work. Here's how automation helps streamline management end-to-end to improve productivity and the employee experience.
July 13, 2023
2023-07-13
Here's what to expect out of remote workspaces, including tips for designing a comfortable environment and how to overcome unique challenges.
July 10, 2023
2023-07-10
Remote work onboarding creates unique challenges for organizations. Learn how to overcome these challenges including equipping distributed workers for success.
July 7, 2023
2023-07-07
According to industry estimates, up to 80 million (out of 255 million) desk jobs will be primarily remote by 2030. Since the pandemic, the massive rise in hybrid and full-time remote work means companies can no longer rely on the office environment to equip their employees. Remote workers need their equipment to stay productive while working from home. Delivering the goods for effective home offices is now a business-critical concern for HR and IT teams. A practical work from home (WFH) setup involves more than just a laptop and a workspace. Remote employees need a workspace approach that helps them do their best work while staying healthy.
May 15, 2023
2023-05-07
Remote work has undeniably changed the traditional structure of the workplace. With the significant rise of remote work during the pandemic, employees began to work flexible hours from any location, leading to higher productivity and satisfaction. But remote workplaces can’t function without proper technology. To stay competitive, organizations must provide all the technology employees need such as computers, monitors, and other equipment on a geographically distributed basis to replace in-person office infrastructure. This article covers strategies for remote equipment management. With these strategies, organizations can create a streamlined process for managing the physical equipment lifecycle and providing employees with all of the tools they need to succeed.
May 15, 2023
2023-05-02
Hardware as a service (HaaS) is the latest method for procuring and maintaining IT infrastructure, combining procurement and lifecycle services on a subscription basis.
May 15, 2023
2023-05-09
End-user computing (EUC) is an IT discipline that refers to a set of technologies that enable workers to access remote applications and data safely and securely. EUC encompasses a range of different technologies and processes that address deployment, configuration, maintenance, security, and performance management of devices, software, and cloud-based services.
May 16, 2023
2023-05-15