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COVID-19 had a major impact on nearly every industry. For most accounting firms and departments, shifting to a work-from-home model was a necessity. Some companies had very little time to transition, often having their hands forced by state stay-at-home orders and similar events. In some cases, the shift was relatively smooth, considering the nature of… Read more »
When new programming languages emerge, they may seem poised to overtake an older one. After all, many fledgling options are highly capable and enjoyable to use, making legacy options seem clunky or antiquated by comparison. However, many languages don’t go down without a fight. At times, they have loyal user bases that genuinely enjoy them,… Read more »
The COVID-19 pandemic had a major impact on the business world in a startlingly short amount of time. As companies had to embrace digital transformation at the drop of a hat and adopt remote work practices with little to no preparation, it altered which skills were viewed as vital. Many technical skills became increasingly valuable… Read more »
Many companies had existing remote workforces, comprised of employees who were always telecommuting. However, COVID-19 made working from home the norm for many professionals who would usually come to the office, creating a unique paradigm. While remote work makes sense when physical distance can help keep people safe, it isn’t always conducive to team bonding.… Read more »
While COVID-19 did lead to widespread layoffs in many industries, not all businesses had to shrink their workforces. For some organizations, hiring is even necessary, ensuring they can remain productive by cultivating a robust remote team. As a result, many companies had to adjust their hiring processes to ensure they could be completed online. This… Read more »
ANNAPOLIS, MD, August 11, 2020 – The Squires Group, Inc. (TSGi) announced it has been named to the Baltimore Business Journal’s (BBJ) 50 Largest Women-Owned Businesses List. BBJ publishes this list on an annual basis, and the ranking is based on the number of employees in the Baltimore area. TSGi was ranked #14 on the… Read more »
As COVID-19 made working from home the standard, many technologists initially flourished. Tech pros are highly adept at adjusting technologies, so shifting to telecommuting likely wasn’t overly difficult. Plus, many experience higher productivity and efficiency when working remotely. Interruptions and distractions are typically reduced, promoting greater focus and accelerating workflows. However, as time passed, the… Read more »
While the current hiring landscape is largely uncertain, specific skills have remained in demand during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many companies are relying heavily on their technology, particularly as they transitioned their workforces into remote ones. Companies are still working to maintain legacy code and create new software solutions and apps. As a result, professionals with… Read more »
As states continue to reopen, many offices are going to begin welcoming employees back to the workplace. Whether team members will be on-site full-time or be returning on a part-time basis, finding ways to keep the office safe is necessary. After all, the COVID-19 threat isn’t completely gone, so you can’t return to all of… Read more »
Many technologists spent most of their careers working in an office environment. However, once the COVID-19 pandemic made working from home the only option, many were forced to start telecommuting unexpectedly. While the paradigm shift did create some challenges, many technologists discovered that they prefer the remote work approach. If you are wondering why many… Read more »