Michael Conlin - Garnet River

Safeguarding student data in K-12 education is a matter of privacy and security–and trust

Michael Conlin2023-05-19T08:27:14-04:00

The importance of protecting student data in K-12 education cannot be overstated. Safeguarding student privacy not only ensures the integrity of educational institutions but also upholds the trust of students, parents, and the wider community. And these protective measures need to go beyond ticking off boxes on a mandated compliance check list. Why? Because information security is a journey, not a destination and therefor requires continuous attention and care.

Safeguarding student data in K-12 education is a matter of privacy and security–and trustMichael Conlin2023-05-19T08:27:14-04:00

Data analytics and business intelligence: The cornerstones of today’s businesses

Michael Conlin2023-05-17T10:05:23-04:00

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is dominating the headlines. Rightfully so, because what evolves from the introduction of Large Language Models (LLMs) like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Bard will arguably be transformational and disruptive to how we work. However, lost in the buzz is the foundational role of data analytics and business intelligence to AI. Together, they remain the cornerstone of the modern business.

Data analytics and business intelligence: The cornerstones of today’s businessesMichael Conlin2023-05-17T10:05:23-04:00

Workforce planning: What it is and why it matters

Michael Conlin2023-05-19T12:16:06-04:00

One of the great challenges for most businesses (and economies) is the dynamic that the most in-demand skills and high-growth occupations are the toughest to hire for. Workforce planning is a proactive approach to addressing this problem. By identifying an organization's current and future talent requirements, it can aligns talent needs with business objectives and laying a foundation for growth and long-term success.

Workforce planning: What it is and why it mattersMichael Conlin2023-05-19T12:16:06-04:00

What should I automate?

Michael Conlin2023-05-05T13:26:21-04:00

Oftentimes, the RPA proof of concept (PoC) process focuses on the following question: what should I automate to demonstrate value? And that's great. After all, that's the point of a PoC. However, value sometimes gets deprioritized in favor of ease and speed, which is a mistake. Because if you want to prove value, both ROI and impact need to be high. Easy is great...but only if effective.

What should I automate?Michael Conlin2023-05-05T13:26:21-04:00

A minute saved, a minute earned: RPA is worth the cost

Michael Conlin2023-04-24T12:51:28-04:00

Most businesses typically measure the value or worth of technology solutions by standard return on investment (ROI) calculation. This can easily be done with RPA. However, looking at value from another angle uncovers the true potential of RPA and why it is worth bringing into your organization regardless of the (still significant) ROI calculation.

A minute saved, a minute earned: RPA is worth the costMichael Conlin2023-04-24T12:51:28-04:00

To improve productivity, outsource staffing operations

Michael Conlin2023-04-24T13:10:54-04:00

We’re big on automation—as a tool to improve efficiency and outcomes to the benefit of a human worker. But we’re bigger on people and know not all companies have all the resources they need at all times to meet demand and sustain growth. While automation can sometimes be the answer, often times the better answer is to outsource. This is particularly true with staffing, which is hard to do and even harder to do well.

To improve productivity, outsource staffing operationsMichael Conlin2023-04-24T13:10:54-04:00

Data, analytics, and cybersecurity are the legs of the modern technology stool

Michael Conlin2023-04-24T14:45:22-04:00

If you listen to organizational leaders across any industry, it’s not uncommon to hear them say: “We are a technology company that does banking…or health care…or manufacturing.” And it’s true. Technology is at the core of how most organizations operate, and data, analytics, and cybersecurity are the three legs that hold it up. When combined effectively, they create a powerful framework with numerous benefits, from improved decision making to improved efficiency and an enhanced customer experience.

Data, analytics, and cybersecurity are the legs of the modern technology stoolMichael Conlin2023-04-24T14:45:22-04:00

Is your CMS program audit ready for 2023

Michael Conlin2023-03-20T14:33:12-04:00

Annually, open enrollment activities are a true performance test of your company’s systems and processes. Challenges faced during open enrollment can lead to significant compliance risks for your organization as it enters the CMS 2023 Program Audit time of year.

Is your CMS program audit ready for 2023Michael Conlin2023-03-20T14:33:12-04:00

Confessions of an ERP specialist: RPA is a quicker, easier solution

Michael Conlin2023-03-16T11:01:47-04:00

Change can be hard. Recognizing there is a need for change might be harder. Especially if your passion is bringing order to chaos. Here, Garnet River’s RPA practice lead, Bethany Savage, shares how her experience with ERPs has informed her approach to automation and the adoption of a “quick and easy” mindset.

Confessions of an ERP specialist: RPA is a quicker, easier solutionMichael Conlin2023-03-16T11:01:47-04:00

Hiring in a low unemployment rate environment

Michael Conlin2023-03-16T11:35:08-04:00

With our Staffing division, Garnet River is in the business of jobs. The more, the better. But if you tune in to the news, you might be aware that low unemployment has a couple of corollaries: it drives inflation and it makes it difficult for companies to find the skilled workers needed to meet demand and grow. While economics is beyond our pay grade, we can offer some solutions for organizations struggling to hire.

Hiring in a low unemployment rate environmentMichael Conlin2023-03-16T11:35:08-04:00

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