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On-premise messaging explained in plain English: when it’s worth the effort and when it isn’t

August 10, 2026 / August 10, 2026 by Jordan I.M.

On-premises messaging is worth the effort when an organization has a clear reason to keep its messaging system inside infrastructure it controls—and the people, budget, and processes to operate it properly. It is usually not worth it when the main goal is simply to avoid cloud services or gain a vague sense of “more security.” […]

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Should you own an instant messenger or stick with Slack and Teams? A practical decision guide for leaders

August 5, 2026 / August 5, 2026 by Jordan I.M.

Most organizations should stick with Slack or Microsoft Teams unless they can name a mandatory requirement those services cannot meet. Greater ownership makes sense when it solves a specific problem—such as a data-location rule, restricted network access, unusual retention needs, or a credible exit requirement—and the organization has someone capable of operating the alternative. Start […]

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