Archive for the ‘ITICS News’ Category

Social Computing in an Enterprise

A lot of companies feel the that adopting social computing in their enterprise can lead to a competitive advantage for them, and they are actively working towards it in some shape or form; but few companies are positioned to take advantage of the tools/ resources they are deploying.
Companies trying to derive a competitive advantage by [...]


Sogeti Included in IBM BusinessWeek Ad for Beacon Award

As you know, Sogeti was once again selected as an IBM Beacon Award winner.  This is a top honor with IBM—a  recognition that proves our expertise, innovative solutions and dedication to providing clients with the highest service.  You can click on the following link to view the BusinessWeek ad where IBM recommends companies choose Beacon Award winners to [...]


LIFE system - User Manuals

Sogeti ITICS has posted all the user manuals and guideline documents for using Sogeti LIFE system in Connex. Please browse Connex > Toolbox Wiki > Home > User Manuals section for the latest manuals and user guides. If you have any questions, please submit helpdesk tickets at http://eticket.sogeti.com or email helpdesk@us.sogeti.com


MSDN Premium & Visual Studio Team Edition

Sogeti ITICS and Microsoft Practice are pleased to announce availability of MSDN Premium Edition and Visual Studio Team Suite. If you have a need for these tools, please contact Sogeti USA helpdesk at http://eticket.sogeti.com/.


Data Backup for Windows

Backup for your Sogeti laptop (or even your personal PC) can be a daunting task and the native Windows backup utility is not the most user friendly utility either.
the How-To Geek (this is a great site!) has an article on using GFI Backup Home Edition, a completely free professional grade backup solution.
– Enjoy


When is VPN needed?

Did you know that for most day to day activities a typical Sogeti employee does not need to use VPN? We have made email , Connex , Life , and a host of other sites (like this one) available over the Internet. You can even use Outlook to access your email without VPN!
So when DO [...]


LIFE System Downtime - 07/10/09 11:00PM to 07/13/09 04:00AM EDT

We will be upgrading our Life System servers during the weekend of July 10th, 2009.  The system will be unavailable from 11:00PM EDT on 07/10/09 until 04:00AM EDT on 07/13/09. Please make sure all your time sheets and expenses are submitted by EOD on Friday, July 10.


Capgemini Group Annual Report 2008

The Capgemini Group Annual Report is available. The report starts with the eminent French writer and journalist Jacques Chancel interviewing Group Chairman Serge Kampf and CEO Paul Hermelin about Capgemini’s past, present and future. The 80 page report also includes concise and useful content including areas like the group’s sector focus, practice performances and key [...]


Synchronizing AD with Oracle

You will be pleased to know that we will start synchronizing your information in Life (Oracle HR) with the information in AD (Outlook Address Book). AD information will be overwritten with your information in Life. Please use the Oracle HR self service function to make sure your information is current in the employee directory.


Spyware

Spyware has become a big problem that is slowing down and even shutting down computers.  If you suspect that your laptop may be having an issue with spyware, try scanning your system.

Spybot Search and Destroy and Malwarebytes are great (and free) applications that will help you scan and clean spyware from your system.