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Open-source software has long become an essential part of an efficient working environment. However, only a few people are aware that many of their favorite tools are also classic open-source projects. We introduce you to five applications and helpers from the community that you absolutely should know.

From which location are you currently working? – Mirta often hears this question from her team because her webcam background changes regularly in our stand-up meetings. In an interview, she tells us how she perfectly combines her love for travel and adventure with her role in the product team.

On the way to a digital society, municipalities, city councils and other players from the local government sector play a central role. They are in charge of shaping the quality of life, work, and location of different areas, as well as the user-oriented citizen services throughout the country. The focus is on a common understanding of digitization, a defined distribution of roles, and clear areas of responsibility.

October 2023 marks 7 years of Zammad! Wow, has it really been that long? What began as a daring vision to democratize customer service has blossomed into a self sustaining company in the open source environment. We haven't just crossed the pivotal point often referred to as the "seven-year itch" where many businesses stumble; we've thrived, fostering a strong community, expanding our user base, and earning the loyalty of countless customers along the way.

In various service and business models, providers offer their customers suitable cloud computing solutions to choose from. This often involves distinguishing between the options of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. But which model is the right fit for your company? Our guide explains the differences and provides tips on which application aligns with your needs.

In community forums, knowledge is exchanged, discussions are held, and questions are asked. These forums provide members with the opportunity to share their experiences and support each other in various topics. However, to ensure that the exchange in the forums does not diminish, appropriate moderation is essential. With our five helpful tips, you can achieve this.

Those who make clear agreements reach their goals faster. With SLAs - Service Level Agreements - you define objectives, milestones, or outcomes within specific time slots that ensure effective work. Although SLAs are primarily established with external service providers, internal implementation also offers many advantages.

Social Engineering refers to the process of obtaining confidential information through deception. Unfortunately, no firewall can protect you from such manipulation attempts by people! However, there are common patterns that attackers often rely on. Protect your organization by recognizing and preventing these early on.

Working digitally has become the basis in companies. The theory sounds self-evident, but practice proves to be a challenge. What tools must employers provide to their employees to enable flexible project implementation? And what do talents value? We provide you with an overview of essential software for a modern workday.

Criticism, rejection, anger: customer support employees have to endure negative feedback every day. It is not always easy to find the right and empathetic words. However, professionals should avoid unnecessary phrases and empty clichés. We show you how to keep customers calm on the phone or in a chat, and how to listen actively and respond emphatically.

Being environmentally conscious has become a big matter for companies. However, there is often more marketing behind customer promises ranging from sustainable products to green office routines than verifiable facts. These tips will help you get green marketing right and avoid greenwashing.

Do you actually need a ticketing system, a helpdesk, a service desk, a solution desk, or something entirely different? All of these systems share a focus on communication both internally and externally. Someone submits a request – you try to resolve it. However, at their core, they bring a different value proposition that should be considered.