Internal auditing to help identify potential cyber threats.
“You’re giving me the ‘it’s not you, it’s me’ routine? I invented ‘it’s not you, it’s me.’ Nobody tells me it’s them not me; if it’s anybody, it’s me.”
Internal auditing to help identify potential cyber threats.
“You’re giving me the ‘it’s not you, it’s me’ routine? I invented ‘it’s not you, it’s me.’ Nobody tells me it’s them not me; if it’s anybody, it’s me.”
When people think about AI at work, they often imagine things like writing reports, analyzing data, or answering emails.
That’s useful, of course. But it’s not where most of your time goes.
In a typical working day, it’s the smaller jobs that really slow things down. Following up after meetings, tidying documents, fixing spreadsheets, chasing information.
They’re not difficult but combined they eat into hours you’d rather spend elsewhere.
This is where tools like Microsoft Copilot are becoming genuinely helpful.
Take meetings as an example.
The real time cost usually comes afterwards. Notes need checking, actions need confirming, and anyone who missed the call needs catching up.
Copilot in Teams can summarize discussions in a more practical way, pulling out decisions, highlighting what still needs doing, and helping people get straight to the important points.
It’s a similar story with writing.
Most people aren’t staring at a blank page. They’re trying to improve something that already exists. A draft might be too long, unclear, or not quite right for the audience Copilot can reshape that content, tighten it up, and adjust the tone without you having to rewrite everything from scratch.
Spreadsheets are another common frustration.
You know what you want the outcome to be but remembering how to get there isn’t always straightforward.
Instead of searching for formulas or watching tutorials, you can describe what you need in plain language and let Copilot handle much of the process.
Microsoft has also started bringing everything together more effectively.
Shared pages and notebooks mean ideas, notes, and files don’t end up scattered across different tools.
It becomes easier to keep projects moving without constantly switching between apps.
And for those repetitive tasks that crop up every day, simple workflows can now be created just by describing the process.
Routine updates, reminders, and approvals can run in the background without needing manual input each time.
As a reassurance, this isn’t to replace people. It’s to remove the small points of friction that build up during the day.
When those start to disappear, work feels smoother, and your team can focus more on the things that move the business forward.
If that sounds like something you’d like to learn more about, we can help.
Get in touch.
What's happening at RCT this month?
As summer gets underway, we're looking forward to a great month ahead at Rivercity Tech. We're taking the opportunity to focus on planning, training, and helping our clients stay ahead of the curve. And of course, we'll be keeping one eye on the FIFA World Cup action, games will be playing in the office throughout the tournament. Whether you're a die-hard soccer fan or just enjoy the excitement, feel free to stop by, catch a match, and cheer along with us.
Go Team Canada!
Business gadget of the month
The Keychron V6 Max
u’re halfway through a busy day, typing constantly… and your keyboard just isn’t keeping up. It feels cheap, a bit clunky, and slows you down more than you realize.
The Keychron V6 Max fixes that.
It’s a full-size mechanical keyboard that makes typing smoother, faster, and more accurate. You can customize how the keys feel, and there’s a handy volume knob for quick adjustments during calls.
It’s not the cheapest option, but if you type all day, it’s a noticeable upgrade that makes work feel easier.
A fake Windows update page has been discovered that closely mimics a genuine Microsoft support site. It offers what appears to be a normal update for Windows 11, complete with official-looking details and a download button.
Really, it installs malware designed to steal data.
What makes this worrying is how realistic it is, even using legitimate tools to avoid detection.
Tech facts
Researchers have created an AI system that can solve complex math problems and check its own work. In just 80 hours, two cooperating AI agents recently solved a mathematical problem that’s remained unsolved since 2014. Then it formally verified the proof without human input. One part works through the problem, while the other checks the logic using a specialized theorem system.
Engineers have built a computer that works with no electricity at all. Using metal bars and springs, they created a mechanical system that can perform basic calculations, like counting or recognizing patterns. It works by using the physical movement and “memory” of materials, rather than electronic circuits.
On April 26, 1999, one of the most destructive computer viruses ever unleashed its damage. Known as the CIH or Chernobyl virus, it could overwrite a PC’s BIOS, the core system software, leaving machines completely unusable. Hundreds of thousands of computers were affected, with widespread disruption across Asia and Europe.
Inspirational quote of the month
“Don’t compare yourself with anyone in this world. If you do so, you are insulting yourself.”
— Bill Gates, businessman and co-founder of Microsoft.
A New Month, A New Tech Quiz
What does ISP stand for?
What type of software controls a computer’s hardware and provides a platform for applications?
What is the term for the smallest unit of data in a computer system?
What does Bit stand for?
In which decade was the first hard disk drive introduced?
The answers are below.
Internet Service Provider
Operating System
Bit
Binary Digit
1950s (1956)
New to Microsoft 365
A new way to make your screen more comfortable
A feature called Screen Tint is being tested in Windows 11.
It gives you a range of colour filters you can apply to your display. These include options designed to reduce eye strain, make reading easier, and help with light sensitivity. You can also adjust the strength of the effect or create your own custom tint.
It builds on the existing Night Light feature but offers more flexibility and control.
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