Softchoice

From cloud services and genAI tools to Internet of Things (IoT) devices, we have more technology at our disposal than ever before. But as organizations introduce new technology into their environments, they’re also opening themselves up to new security risks.       How can organizations prepare?      Learn more in our 2024 FutureSec State of Security Report 👉 https://bit.ly/47Eo9Uc     #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth #CyberMonth2024 

We believe that an inspiring environment is key to delivering exceptional outcomes – and what is inspiring to you may change depending on your day, preferences, or the type of task you’re working on. That’s why we enable our people to work *their* way. Hear from Lisa Walkden, our Senior Manager of Workplace Experience, about how our hybrid work environment and flexible office spaces support our people in thriving and doing their best work. Interested in joining our team? Check out our careers page: https://bit.ly/3uZNbdu

In the ever-evolving tech world, change is the only constant. Microsoft's plan to end support for Windows 10 is a prime example. Listen to the latest episode of The Catalyst for everything you need to know about the shift to Windows 11. Learn what's changing, key challenges to anticipate, and tips for building a migration strategy from expert guests Cameron Allen, Kirk Sinclair, and Bryan Rusche: https://bit.ly/4eGFzBS

Microsoft will officially end support for Windows 10 in just over a year. What does that mean for your organization, and how can you ensure a smooth migration to Windows 11? Find out in this episode of The Catalyst, featuring Intel Corporation’s Cameron Allen, Microsoft’s Kirk Sinclair, and our very own Bryan Rusche. Listen now: https://bit.ly/4eGFzBS

We believe that sustainability is a win-win—it's not only good for our planet, but also for our people and business.     We're embedding sustainability practices into our operations to reduce our environmental impact and help our customers do the same. While we know there’s more work to be done, we're thrilled to share some stats we’re particularly proud of, which we highlight in our newly published ESG report.     Read more about our sustainability efforts and goals in the report: https://bit.ly/3z2kTFf   *A waste diversion rate is the amount of waste not sent to landfill. Scope 1 emissions are direct emissions from sources controlled by an organization. 

Today, we have two special announcements: We’ve redesigned our website’s customer portal, now called My Softchoice, and have launched the Softchoice SAM Hub, our new subscription software management tool. Together, they are changing the self-serve game. The My Softchoice portal makes managing invoices and quotes, actioning orders, and building tailored catalogues for reorders easier than ever. Within the portal lives the Softchoice SAM Hub, our powerful new tool that enables you to: ✅Manage purchases, spend, and usage for your software titles across 15 publishers, all in one place ✅Calculate potential savings of rightsizing your software usage with a personalized cost calculator ✅See a snapshot of your total monthly costs and all software licenses purchased vs. used Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eqpyzP Please note that the Softchoice SAM Hub only supports Softchoice-owned entitlements. 

In this special mid-year edition of The Catalyst, hosts Heather Haskin and Aaron Brooks dive into each other's purpose statements, revisit highlights from past episodes, and discuss the latest tech news. Tune in now: https://bit.ly/3Zs1iZQ

We’ve been named a Best Workplace for Giving Back by Great Place to Work® Canada! Our spot on this list is based on direct feedback from our people about the ways we contribute to our local communities. We’re proud to mobilize our resources to drive positive change and unleash the potential in our communities. That includes offering our people two paid volunteer days per year to support a charity of their choice and providing pro bono tech services to charities through our Charity Accelerator Program. If you’re looking to grow your career while creating impact, check out our careers page: https://bit.ly/3uZNbdu

The Copilot for Microsoft 365 adoption journey doesn’t end with deployment. To truly harness its power, your team must integrate it into their unique workflows. In this special episode of The Catalyst, our Senior Manager of Workplace AI Consulting, Kayla Thorpe, shares her expertise on the crucial ‘adopt and sustain’ phase of Copilot adoption. Listen now: https://bit.ly/3MvbAkm

Our purpose is to unleash the potential in people and technology, including the potential in our communities. We’re mobilizing our resources and expertise to drive positive change and support charities in their response to critical issues.      This past year, we:   - Continued our partnership with TakingITGlobal’s Connected North program, helping deliver educational services to students in remote Canadian communities.   - Completed work for charities, including The Darling Home for Kids, Highbanks Society, Hudson Link for Higher Education in Prison, The Learning Place, and People to People Aid Organization Canada through our pro-bono tech services initiative, the Charity Accelerator Program.      We’re grateful for the opportunity to help support these charities’ technology needs so they can focus on furthering their mission.      Learn more about our social impact work in our newly published 2023 ESG report: https://bit.ly/3z2kTFf