Outsourcing your Back Office http://blog.edecree.com The benefits of a large administrative staff without the cost of one Thu, 20 May 2010 03:42:28 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.2 en Word Tip of the Week: Inserting Cover Pages http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/19/word-tip-of-the-week-inserting-cover-pages/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/19/word-tip-of-the-week-inserting-cover-pages/#comments Thu, 20 May 2010 03:42:28 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/19/word-tip-of-the-week-inserting-cover-pages/ Finished your document and looking to spruce it up a bit?  A nicely formatted cover page can do wonders.  Microsoft Word has a number of different cover pages to choose from.  For PC, go to the Insert tab and select the Cover Page option.  For Mac, go to the Insert tab, select Document Elements, and then click on Cover Page.  You can select from over 15 different cover pages, and customize them to your liking.

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]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/19/word-tip-of-the-week-inserting-cover-pages/feed/ Tech Tip of the Week: Gmail http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/15/tech-tip-of-the-week-gmail/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/15/tech-tip-of-the-week-gmail/#comments Sat, 15 May 2010 17:36:39 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/15/tech-tip-of-the-week-gmail/ Email is the most useful of online apps and a necessity for any modern-day office.  Google’s email app, Gmail, is already quite popular for personal email addresses, but it is also more than sufficient for business email.  Gmail’s downtime is almost never, meaning it is always up and running.  It can be linked to personal electronic devices such as Blackberry.  And it is well-integrated with the other Google Apps that we have looked at over the past few weeks.  All in all, if you are looking at making a switch in email providers, Gmail is good bet.

If you are looking to modernize and upgrade your office, then an even better bet would be to outsource your Back Office to eDecree.  Your time is valuable, and tasks such as transcription and data entry offer little room for your value-added.  So outsource them to eDecree!  We are experts at transcription and data entry.  eDecree prides itself on quality and customer satisfaction, all for a low low price.

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]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/15/tech-tip-of-the-week-gmail/feed/ Word Tip of the Week: Tables http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/12/word-tip-of-the-week-tables/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/12/word-tip-of-the-week-tables/#comments Thu, 13 May 2010 03:07:07 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/12/word-tip-of-the-week-tables/ Want to throw some statistics into your paper without bogging it down in numbers?  You might want a table.  A table is a great way to organize your information, especially if you are using lots of numbers.  Microsoft Word features an easy-to-use table tool.  Located at the top of your Word window, the Table tab lets you create your own table, and will even sort the information into the appropriate boxes for you.  A table might be the best way to break up all that text and improve your document at the same time.

Have a lot to type and not a lot of time to type it in?  Let eDecree help.  We can transcribe your audio for you, so you can focus on more important parts of your research.  Your time is valuable, make sure you do something of value with it.  Leave the simpler tasks, such as transcription, to us.  We offer top quality and great low prices.  Head to our website, www.edecree.com, to find out more.

]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/12/word-tip-of-the-week-tables/feed/ Tech Tip of the Week: Google Sites http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/07/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-sites/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/07/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-sites/#comments Sat, 08 May 2010 02:25:46 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/07/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-sites/ If Google Groups is too low-tech for what you want to do, Google Sites is likely for you.  Google Sites allows you to create your own webpage without typing code or HTML.  With Google Sites you can build webpages for team projects and intranets.   Compared to Google Groups, Google Sites are a more comprehensive way of organizing and centralizing information.  It is particularly effective if you are managing a large amount of information stored in various formats.  Like all other Google Apps, accessibility is limited to selected users, but the webpage can be accessed (by an accepted user) from practically any internet connection.

New technology isn’t the only way you can enhance your business.  Outsourcing your Back Office allows you to focus on your business’s core competencies.  eDecree can help!  We provide quality transcription and data entry services for great low prices.  Go to our website, www.edecree.com, to find out more.  With eDecree, you can transform your business into the dynamic, industry leader you’ve always envisioned.

]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/07/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-sites/feed/ Word Tip of the Week: Word Count http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/06/word-tip-of-the-week-word-count/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/06/word-tip-of-the-week-word-count/#comments Thu, 06 May 2010 04:07:02 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/06/word-tip-of-the-week-word-count/ Want to keep track of the length of your document?  Or perhaps you need to reach a specific number of words to complete your assignment.  The word count tool can help.  The word count tool is found in the Tool tab.  Along with words, the tool also counts pages, lines, characters, and paragraphs.   For students typing out assignments with specific word amounts, the word count tool is essential.

At eDecree, we know that you don’t have time to do all the menial research associated with writing a thesis.  That’s why we offer transcription and data entry services for great, affordable prices.  We pride ourselves on top quality and superior service.  Head to our website, www.edecree.com, to find out more!

]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/06/word-tip-of-the-week-word-count/feed/ Tech Tip of the Week: Google Groups http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/02/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-groups/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/02/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-groups/#comments Sun, 02 May 2010 17:09:10 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/02/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-groups/ Organizing the online office often requires various folders from which you can share office files with co-workers.  While this can be done by your IT person, it can be a costly, cumbersome process.  Google Groups provides this service for free.  On Google Groups you can share all sorts of files with specified co-workers.  Access and group membership can be managed, and the Group can also be used as a mailing list.  Since Google technically hosts the Group, your IT is not burdened with the extra processing power and storage space required for such an undertaking.  It is a win-win situation for your business.

Another win-win situation is to outsource your Back Office as much as possible so that you can focus on your business’s core competencies.  eDecree can help you achieve your goals.  We offer top quality transcription and data entry services for low prices.  Visit our website, www.edecree.com, to find out more.  eDecree can help your business be the dynamic, innovative company you always envisioned.

]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/05/02/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-groups/feed/ Word Tip of the Week: Using the Thesaurus http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/28/word-tip-of-the-week-using-the-thesaurus/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/28/word-tip-of-the-week-using-the-thesaurus/#comments Thu, 29 Apr 2010 03:22:05 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/28/word-tip-of-the-week-using-the-thesaurus/ Trying to write an important sentence but just can’t find the right words?  Try Word’s built-in thesaurus.  The thesaurus provides synonyms (i.e. words with similar meanings) for almost every word.  The thesaurus is especially helpful when you cannot articulate a specific word even though you know what it means.  Simply type in a word with a similar meaning and the thesaurus will most likely have the word you were looking originally for.  The thesaurus can also help make your writing more interesting and colorful.  The thesaurus can be found in the Tools tab or by highlighting a word and right-clicking for the pop-up menu.

Speak better than you write?  Record your words and send them to eDecree for quick, quality transcription.  We offer great low pricing and a convenient, easy-to-use online website.  eDecree can make your business more productive and your life easier.  Go to our website, www.edecree.com, to learn more.

]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/28/word-tip-of-the-week-using-the-thesaurus/feed/ Tech Tip of the Week: Google Video http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/24/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-video/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/24/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-video/#comments Sat, 24 Apr 2010 04:18:11 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/24/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-video/ Need to post video for your office to view?  Google Video allows you to post your video online so that everyone in your office can watch it.  Posting a video on Google Video is quick and easy.  Accessibility can be managed, ensuring that confidential information is kept private and secure.

The best way to upgrade your office is outsource your back office so that you can return to your business’s core competencies.  eDecree can help you make this happen.  We provide transcription and data entry services for great prices, and guarantee top quality.  Why waste time and money on menial work when we can do it for you?  Go to www.edecree.com now to find out how we can help you!

]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/24/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-video/feed/ Word Tip of the Week: Pictures http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/21/word-tip-of-the-week-pictures/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/21/word-tip-of-the-week-pictures/#comments Thu, 22 Apr 2010 01:52:55 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/21/word-tip-of-the-week-pictures/ A great way to spruce up your document is by placing some artwork in the text.  Microsoft Word accommodates with an easy-to-use artwork tool.  Click on the “Insert” tab  and select “Picture”.  A sub-menu will appear.  You can choose to insert “Clip Art”, which is Word’s own selection of various pics, and “From File”, where you can insert your own artwork.

Want to spend more time making your document look great?  Let eDecree take on some of your menial tasks.  Our transcription and data entry services allow you to focus on the more important aspects of your work.  We offer top quality at low prices.  Check out our website, www.edecree.com, to find out more!

]]> http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/21/word-tip-of-the-week-pictures/feed/ Tech Tip of the Week: Google Calendar http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/17/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-calendar/ http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/17/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-calendar/#comments Sat, 17 Apr 2010 14:51:32 +0000 chris http://blog.edecree.com/2010/04/17/tech-tip-of-the-week-google-calendar/ Last week, we looked at how Google Docs can help improve office administration.  This week, we look at Google Calendar, an online day-planner.  Google Calendar allows one or more users to input pertinent dates and times on to the schedule.  Marking something on the calendar is to create an “event” or “task”.  The title of the event/task will show up on your calendar and clicking on the title will open up a new window with more details.  For recurring events/tasks, Google Calendar has the option to make an event/task weekly, daily, every other day, and so on.  Google Calendar allows everyone in your office to literally be on the same page when it comes to scheduling.

Looking to save even more on your office administration?  Then check out www.edecree.com, where you can learn how eDecree can help you get back to the core competencies of your business.  Don’t get bogged down in time- and money-consuming data entry or transcription.  Send it to us!  eDecree offers great low prices and top quality guaranteed.

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