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Tech History: The Android Green Robot Almost Looked Very Different
Early concepts of the Android mascot looked a lot more like futuristic aliens or sci-fi space creatures, which didn’t quite match Google’s vision of an accessible, everyday tech brand.
My IT Retrieval Team
Aug 18, 20251 min read


Tech History: The Email That Shut Down Microsoft
In March 1997, a Microsoft employee accidentally sent an internal test email to the wrong distribution list—a massive one.
My IT Retrieval Team
Aug 15, 20251 min read


Offboarding Mistakes Cost Your Company Thousands
What You Can Do to Protect Your Company: Here are top recommendations to avoid problems before they start.
My IT Retrieval Team
Jul 25, 20252 min read


Tech History: Bill Gates Got Arrested Before Microsoft Excel-ed
The charge? Driving without a license and running a stop sign.
Brittany Perry
Jul 17, 20251 min read


My Final Paycheck is being Withheld for Unreturned IT Equipment - What are My Rights?
If your employer is withholding your final paycheck because you didn’t return company property—like a laptop, phone, or keys—you may be wondering: Can they really do that?
Brittany Perry
Jul 14, 20252 min read


The Apple Collection: Long Before the iPhone Apple Tried to Rule the 80's Runway
In 1986, Apple released a full-on clothing and lifestyle line called the Apple Collection — and yes, it was as pastel and logo-heavy as you'd imagine.
Brittany Perry
Jul 11, 20251 min read


Tech History: The Barcode Scan That Revolutionized Retail Technology
The first commercial barcode scan happened on June 26, 1974 at a Marsh supermarket in Ohio. The product? A pack of Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit gum.
Brittany Perry
Jul 1, 20252 min read


What If Company IT Equipment Was Damaged or Lost? Can They Withhold My Final Pay?
If you’re leaving a job and realize that company equipment you were issued—like a laptop, phone, or tools—is lost or damaged, you might be wondering: “Can my employer take that out of my final paycheck?”
My IT Retrieval Team
Jun 30, 20251 min read


Tech History: The First Banner Ad Had a 44% Click-Through Rate
Today, if a digital ad gets a 1% click-through rate, it's considered a win. But in 1994, the very first online ad pulled off something almost unthinkable today: a 44% click-through rate.
Brittany Perry
Jun 24, 20251 min read


Why Every Company Needs a Signed Asset Policy Acknowledgment
When an employee is issued a company laptop, phone, or other IT equipment, it's not just about hardware—it's about responsibility. T
Brittany Perry
Jun 23, 20251 min read


What HR Needs to Ask: Your IT Offboarding Guide & Checklist
A comprehensive IT offboarding guide and checklist designed to ensure a smooth and secure transition.
My IT Retrieval Team
Jun 19, 20253 min read


Tech History: Android's Surprising Origin Story
Before Android powered billions of smartphones, it was actually designed for digital cameras!
Brittany Perry
Jun 18, 20251 min read


How to Handle Unreturned Company Property from Remote Employees
Remote work has made managing company assets more complex—especially when employees leave and don’t return their IT equipment.
Brittany Perry
Jun 17, 20251 min read


A Quick Checklist for Compliance: Handling Unreturned IT Equipment Legally
Use this checklist to stay compliant with federal and state laws when managing unreturned company property during employee offboarding.
Brittany Perry
Jun 17, 20251 min read


Tech History: The Lead-Acid Legacy of the First Rechargeable Battery
Despite being over 160 years old, this technology is still widely used today.
Brittany Perry
Jun 17, 20251 min read


What Are the Federal & State Laws Regarding Withholding Final Pay for Unreturned Company Property?
When an employee leaves without returning company equipment — like a laptop, monitor, or phone — it’s tempting to withhold their final paycheck until it’s returned. But is that legal?
My IT Retrieval Team
Jun 16, 20252 min read


Tech History: How Tech & Expansion Fueled Walmart’s Employee Boom
Each key milestone—whether a store launch, global expansion, or tech acquisition—triggered a new phase in Walmart’s workforce evolution, shaping it into the employer powerhouse we see today.
Brittany Perry
Jun 16, 20251 min read


Can You Withhold an Employee’s Final Paycheck Until They Return Company IT Equipment?
It’s a common and frustrating situation: an employee leaves your company, and the laptop, monitor, or phone you issued never comes back. Naturally, you might wonder — can we hold their final paycheck until they return the equipment?
Brittany Perry
Jun 12, 20252 min read


Tech History: The (Annoying) Origins of Spam Email
Before your inbox was flooded with offers for miracle pills and mystery princes, there was one email that started it all.
Brittany Perry
Jun 12, 20251 min read


Tech History Timelines & Fascinating Facts
In 1981, NASA’s Space Shuttle Columbia launched into orbit - how much RAM did it use?
Brittany Perry
Jun 7, 20251 min read
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