Techstep upgrades to Gold in EcoVadis sustainability rating

Techstep upgrades to Gold in EcoVadis sustainability rating

Techstep earned a Gold rating from EcoVadis, ranking in the top 5% globally.

Techstep strengthens its position within public sector with two new contracts in Norway

Techstep has secured two new public sector agreements for delivering mobile devices, accessories and related mobile technology services and solutions to all municipalities in the Vestfold region, managed by the public sector purchasing agency VOIS, as well as the Nordre Follo Municipality.

Mobile Workforce Empowerment: Shifting the Focus to the Overlooked Frontline Workers

For years, white-collar occupations have harvested the rewards of advanced technology, enjoying increased productivity, enhanced connectivity with peers, and significant impacts on the organisations they serve. It's time to extend these advantages to deskless workers, ensuring they too can experience the transformative benefits of cutting-edge mobile technology and join the mobile workforce.

Mac vs PC: The Never-Ending Debate

The question of Mac vs PC is still prevalent in today's corporate world. In this article, we are delving into factors such as user experience, design, security, and the total cost of ownership of each computer.

Mobile Technology Procurement - A Guide for the Public Sector

Want to master mobile technology procurement in the public sector? Our guide offers insights and recommendations on what to consider when purchasing mobile technology. The guide addresses and provides hands-on advice on factors to consider from a purchasing perspective when designing public tenders for mobile devices, lifecycle management, endpoint management, and security.

Scaling Mobile Device Usage in the Public Sector – A Blueprint for Success

How can the public sector effectively embrace, integrate, and scale mobile device usage in their diversified world of work? This article introduces a strategic roadmap for incorporating mobile technology into government operations.

Utilising Residual Value of Mobile Devices - A Long-term Win

Mobile devices are often cast aside after a relatively short period of use. Not recirculating devices when a new one is purchased has a negative impact from a financial, environmental, and security perspective. Let’s go through how to avoid these issues by rethinking the way of buying your mobile devices. By accounting for each device, you can transform your investment into a real win-win situation.

Digital Transformation in the Public Sector: Navigating a Complex and Diverse Mobile Workforce

Navigate the complexity of digital transformation in the public sector. Gain insights into the challenges and get a practical three-step strategy for implementing mobile technology effectively. See our recommendations on how to tackle the intricacies of technological integration in public services.

The Rise of the Gen Z Workforce: Addressing Mobile Technology Needs of Digital Natives

With the rise of the digital-native workforce, this article discusses the transformative impact on workplace technology and culture. It highlights the importance of mobile technology in integrating and empowering Generation Z in the professional landscape.

Techstep signs large public sector framework agreement in Sweden

Techstep has signed a framework agreement with the public sector purchasing agency Kammarkollegiet for delivery of mobile devices and mobile technology solutions.

Navigating the Differences: Managing Personal and Shared Mobile Devices

Explore the nuances of managing personal and shared mobile devices in today's mobile-centric world. Discover differences in device selection, lifecycle management, and security considerations for office, hybrid, and frontline workers.

Techstep named a «Challenger» in Gartner 2023 Magic Quadrant

For the second year in a row, Techstep is recognised by Gartner as a “Challenger” in the 2023 Magic Quadrant for Managed Mobility Services, Global.

Drive Business Growth with User-Friendly App Architecture Development

Do you want to develop value-driven apps that prioritise user experience while driving business success? Unlock the full potential of custom app development by partnering with our expert team.

All the Apple Products: A long-term investment for your business and environment

Learn why investing in Apple products is a wise choice for both your business, the end user, and the planet.

Techstep becomes a Gold partner in the Android Enterprise Partner program

We are thrilled to announce that Techstep has been acknowledged as a Gold partner in the Android Enterprise Partner program developed by Google.

Techstep to deliver mobile technology solutions to the Municipality of Oslo

Techstep has been awarded a frame agreement with the Municipality of Oslo (Oslo Kommune), one of Norway’s largest employers, to deliver SmartDevice to some 30,000 of the municipality’s employees.

Electronic waste: impact on our environment and human health

Whilst the opportunities gained by using electronic devices are huge, we have to reduce the amount of e-waste we produce to protect our planet and its people.

Remote work policy: dos and don'ts for companies to ensure success and productivity

Companies that do not offer remote work are at risk of falling behind their competitors. Learn how offering remote work to employees can strengthen your business.

A deep dive into mobile phone security and how to protect your company

Mobile security is essential to avoid serious consequences in today's digital world. Read more about how to protect yourself and your customers from increasingly advanced threats from cybercriminals.

Why is digital sustainability important?

Learn more about how a sustainable digitalisation strategy can help you maximise your business benefits and stay one step ahead of your competitors.

Techstep signs new agreement with Widerøe Ground Handling AS

The new agreement includes delivery of SmartControl to 1,800 employees in Norway.

Techstep signs new agreement with Norwegian energy giant

Techstep has signed a new agreement with a large company within the energy sector to deliver Techstep Managed for 2,600 devices in Norway.

Techstep rebrands product following acquisition of software vendor Famoc

After the acquisition of the Polish software provider Famoc in 2021, Techstep is now rebranding the company‘s flagship product FAMOC to Essentials MDM.

Techstep to deliver mobile solutions to the Norwegian Health Sector

Techstep has been awarded a frame agreement with Sykehusinnkjøp HF, the national procurement agency for the Norwegian specialist healthcare service.

Techstep extends agreement with Norse Atlantic Airways

After signing the first contract for SmartDevice in 2022, Techstep is now extending the agreement with Norse Atlantic Airways to also provide SmartControl.

Techstep extends agreement with ISS Facility Services AS

After signing the first contract with ISS more than 12 years ago, Techstep is now extending the agreement to also deliver SmartDevice for 1.700 employees.

Techstep positioned as a «Challenger» in 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™

Techstep is recognised by Gartner as a Challenger in the 2022 Magic Quadrant for Managed Mobility Services, Global.

What it Takes to Support the New Way of Work

For most organisations, the New Way of Work will be very different from how work was performed pre-pandemic. Many practices that were implemented during the pandemic has now evolved and become best practices. Remote First and Virtual First are practices mandated by many organisations and successful IT organisations need to fully embrace and adapt to support them well.

What is an Evolve Journey and why should you start it tomorrow?

Companies claim to be consumer-centric. At the same time, we hear that employee expectations to work with mobile enabled modern tools at hand are not met today.

The best way to make mobile phones more sustainable is to give them a longer life

The world needs to lower carbon emissions and businesses must contribute. Giving smartphones a longer life and a «safe death» is a good way to start.

The simplest way for a CFO to stay in control over mobility solutions costs

CFOs need to keep a keen eye on company costs but shouldn’t have to police employees’ phone bills – there are far easier ways to stay in control over the costs of your mobility solutions.

How to improve IT support efficiency and work more strategically with mobile devices in the workplace

Many IT departments spend too much time on routine tasks, a risky thing to do in today’s employment market. To acquire and retain talent, Gartner recommends these four bold strategies.

Techstep signs SmartControl agreement for 30,000 devices with HCSO

Techstep has signed a new agreement with HCSO to provide Techstep’s FAMOC Manage, part of the SmartControl portfolio, for 30,000 devices in Hungary.

Think lifecycle to tackle smartphone e-waste and move in a sustainable direction

Mobile phone manufacturers are working towards carbon neutrality, lower emissions and recycling. As a sustainability manager, you can help your organisation make an impact by taking a holistic approach to the lifecycle of your employees’ mobile phones.

How CFOs can save time tracking mobile phone costs

Mobile phones are rarely a company’s highest cost. So why let them take up so much of your finance department’s time? In a recent survey, Gartner highlights that having the right digital systems in place allows you to automate more processes – and gives the company more control.

Techstep positioned as a «Challenger» in Gartner 2022 Magic Quadrant

Techstep was recognised by Gartner as a Challenger in the May 2022 Magic Quadrant for Managed Mobility Services, Global.

How to cut your HR department‘s unnecessary work managing company mobile phones

Few know better than HR how quickly unequal treatment can lead to employee dissatisfaction. That’s why HR departments always strive to have efficient systems that treat employees equally and automate routine tasks – including when it comes to ordering and distributing employees’ smartphones.

Techstep acquires Norwegian competitor to WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram

Techstep buys the Norwegian company Crypho to provide customers with a secure end-to-end encrypted chat and collaboration application. With stronger encryption, better security, and local data storage, Crypho is even better positioned to give businesses and organisations a safer, more modern everyday life.

Techstep Commits to the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact

We are proud to share that Techstep now joins +14,000 companies across 162 countries to actively build a more sustainable future!

Techstep signs SmartDevice agreement for 1000 users with Stendi

Techstep has signed an upsell agreement with existing customer Stendi AS, one of the largest private healthcare providers in the Nordics, to provide the managed mobility solution SmartDevice to 1000 users in Norway.

New agreement with major player in innovative construction

HeidelbergCement Norway is investing significant resources in spearheading the development of digital tools and processes used in construction. Techstep will now supply the construction group's approximately one thousand employees in Norway with phones and administrative tools.

Enterprise Mobility Digitalisation Challenges

The business structure and goal settings of most of today’s enterprises hinder the digitalisation journey every company has to implement in reality. That stems from the understanding that digital devices are only accruing costs while many businesses still do not perceive mobile and digital devices as a stepping-stone on which to build digitalisation upon.

Mobility in the HR Digital Workplace

Shifting towards enterprise mobility is a lasting trend that affects any department and business, including your HR team. Mobile devices are everywhere, becoming an integral part of our daily routine both at work and at home.

SAFe – Where Agile Meets Architecture

No universal solution or tool that resolves every challenge you face has ever been created. The agile methodology is focusing on the success of each separate sprint that could give you a false sense of progress.

Cross-functional organizations – critical success factor in digital transformations

A critical success factor for any digital transformation initiative is to create a cross-functional organization where IT and business units collaborate towards a common goal.

App Maintenance Cost Can Be Three Times Higher than Development Cost

Initial software development costs are low compared to costs for maintenance and updates

How to deliver an agile app project with SAP and iOS SDK

Agile app development is gaining increasing popularity replacing the traditional waterfall model in many projects. The latest version of iOS SDK by SAP is one example of an environment in which software development teams can deliver agile app projects with great success.

Techstep acquires software company Famoc, adding MMS capabilities

Techstep has signed an agreement to acquire the entire share capital of Famoc S.A. and affiliates, a software company based in Poland with an European customer base.

Requirements Analysis in an Agile World

Organizations have to cope with requirements in regard to product or service development on a daily basis. The same applies to the launch of new business activities or enhancement of existing products or services. That is why businesses need to have the tools to identify and sort those requirements that bring highest value to the market. Moreover, you should be quick in analyzing the requirements if you are to develop and deploy a product within a reasonable timeframe to be competitive.