Podcast 143: e-ink writing tablets. Has their time come?

Welcome to the first episode of 2024! In this exciting instalment, we dive deep into the evolving world of e-ink writing devices. Will these gadgets gain momentum in the tech world? We explore their rising popularity and forecast their potential to become mainstream tools. We’ll dissect the key issues these devices address, unveiling the unique… Read more »

Automating technical documentation updates with Generative AI

Keeping documentation updated is a perpetual challenge, especially for products releasing new versions rapidly. We explored an AI-powered approach to automate identifying documentation needing updates. Our idea was prompted by a question in a Write the Docs forum about auto-flagging outdated help centre content. Hi we have a large and complex product with multiple releases… Read more »

Nine reasons why successful companies have strong policies and procedures

Well-documented policies and standardised procedures are crucial for organisations of all types and sizes.Here are nine reasons why they provide value. Restructures and mergers When teams or companies merge, blending disparate ways of working, policies facilitate consistency and coordination. Documented guidelines enable smooth integration and reduce friction. Scaling an operation As a company grows, relying… Read more »