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Can Employers Really Do That?!
Learn about best practice for ensuring IT equipment is returned - and what to do if it still isn't!
My IT Retrieval Team
Aug 29, 20251 min read


Tech History: The First Alarm Clock Only Rang at 4:00AM
Imagine an alarm clock that only wakes you up at 4 a.m.—no matter what. Sounds ridiculous today, right?
Brittany Perry
Aug 29, 20251 min read


Tech History: The Baby Pic that Changed Phones Forever!
It all started with a proud dad, a baby, and some creative engineering in a hospital room.
Brittany Perry
Aug 28, 20251 min read


Tech History: The 1st Online Purchase Was Pizza
In 1994, Pizza Hut launched a simple website called “PizzaNet” that allowed customers to place orders over the internet.
Brittany Perry
Aug 27, 20251 min read


Tech History: Netflix Almost Got Called… Kibble?!
This quirky fact is a good reminder that success isn’t just about the name—it’s about building something people genuinely want.
My IT Retrieval Team
Aug 26, 20251 min read


Tech History: Atari Once Buried Games in the Desert
For years, people thought it was just an urban legend—“the Atari landfill.”
Brittany Perry
Aug 19, 20251 min read


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


Tech History: Instagram was Launched by a Dog Chilling Next to a Taco Stand in Mexico
On July 16, 2010, Instagram co-founder Kevin Systrom uploaded the app's first-ever image—and it wasn’t a sunset selfie or brunch pic.
Brittany Perry
Jul 29, 20251 min read


Tech History: Yahoo Passed on Buying Google for $1M
In 1998, Google’s founders, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, offered to sell their fledgling search engine to Yahoo for just $1 million.
My IT Retrieval Team
Jul 28, 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


Tech History: Steve Jobs Tricked Woz Out of Money
e messy beginnings. And sometimes, business isn’t as clean as code.
Brittany Perry
Jul 14, 20251 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: Early Android versions were named in alphabetical order after desserts!
These sweet names added personality to the platform and became a fun tradition for users and developers alike.
My IT Retrieval Team
Jul 10, 20251 min read


June 2025 Layoff Roundup: Tech Giants, Amazon + Early July Cuts
Big names are slashing traditional roles and redirecting talent and capital into AI, automation, and next-gen infrastructure.
My IT Retrieval Team
Jul 3, 20252 min read


An Age-Old Holiday Goes High Tech: How the 4th of July Embraced Innovation
The 4th of July may be one of America’s oldest traditions, but behind the fireworks, floats, and backyard barbecues — technology is quietly stealing the show.
Brittany Perry
Jul 3, 20251 min read


Do We Need a Written Agreement to Deduct the Cost of Unreturned Equipment from an Employee’s Final Pay?
Get written authorization in advance — ideally during onboarding or when equipment is issued.
My IT Retrieval Team
Jul 2, 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
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