AidanKP

About AidanKP

Aidan is the director and founder of Kirkpatrick Consult Limited. He graduated with a Bachelors degree with honours in Mechanical engineering before becoming a Certified Microsoft Professional and subsequently achieving a Post Graduate Certificate in Education and Qualified Teacher Status. Aidan has been designing, coding, implementing and training on IT Solutions for over 20 years.

January 2020

Day in the life Retail

By |2020-01-07T15:03:39+01:00January 7th, 2020|Uncategorised|

With all the moving parts in your business, you need to stay in sync while maintaining flexibility and speed. At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we know that can be tough to do especially for small business owners. That's why we're here to help. Microsoft business-class email gives you access to email, contacts, and shared calendars anywhere. You can work without worries wherever you work best and stay focused on what matters most. Your mobile business needs the right tools and we can help you get them. Contact us today to find out how we're poised to deliver the Microsoft solutions you need.

SMB security: infographic

By |2020-01-07T13:01:16+01:00January 7th, 2020|Uncategorised|

Over 50% of users accidentally share sensitive information. It's an easy mistake to make. A mistyped email address or the dreaded accidental click on the "reply all" button can expose sensitive company or client information to the wrong people. Microsoft 365 Business gives you the ability to allow only authorized users to view your company documents. At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we understand that at the end of the day, we are all only human. Contact us to learn more about how you can safeguard your data against this and other common security errors with Microsoft 365.

Closing the STEM Gap: 5 insights that can make a difference for girls and young women

By |2020-01-07T11:01:25+01:00January 7th, 2020|Uncategorised|

90% of girls describe themselves as creative and 72% want a job that helps the world; solving the problems of the future will require creative individuals with STEM skillsets. Seems like a win for everyone, so how can we get more girls involved in STEM? There is more than one answer, but we can start with providing role models and real-world connections to young girls, allowing them to understand where STEM skills can take them and picture themselves in those roles. At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we recognize the importance and the benefits of getting more girls involved in STEM. Contact us to learn more.

Maximizing grant funding for your STEM initiatives

By |2020-01-07T09:00:41+01:00January 7th, 2020|Uncategorised|

STEM jobs are growing and profitable, with STEM workers tending to outearn other fields by around 26%. However, investing in STEM technology and other resources is often unfeasible for district budgets. Luckily, the value of STEM learning and technologies in schools is recognized by federal, state, and private grantmakers alike; meaning the dollars are out there if you know where to look. Utilize this guide to sort through the overwhelming beginning of grant searches. Identify and nail the perfect application for the grant that best fits your needs, securing funding for incredibly valuable STEM technology and programs that will benefit all of your students.

December 2019

How To Win With A Tech-Forward Customer Experience

By |2019-12-11T11:00:08+01:00December 11th, 2019|Uncategorised|

With countless options for every product or service imaginable, customers often look at businesses as commodities. At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we understand that business owners need to be clever about standing out from the crowd and setting themselves apart. Customer experience is quickly emerging as a key differentiator between businesses. In fact, 3 in 4 business leaders said improving the customer journey and user experience was their top priority for next year. Check out this article to learn more and contact us to discover #Microsoft cloud-based tools to help you deliver better customer experiences.

With GDPR Disrupting Email Marketing, LinkedIn Is the Best Alternative

By |2019-12-10T18:11:36+01:00December 10th, 2019|Uncategorised|

With the passage of data protection laws like the EU's recent General Data Protection Regulation, mass email-based marketing strategies are becoming less feasible. Instead, many companies are focusing their efforts on marketing to a more intentionally crafted audience via LinkedIn. Check out this article to learn more about making the switch from emails to the more personal connection of LinkedIn. At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we know how important it is for your business to remain proactive as compliance requirements change. Contact us to stay ahead of the latest compliance developments.

Customer story: Jumeirah Hotels

By |2019-12-10T15:01:01+01:00December 10th, 2019|Uncategorised|

How might your business change if customers actually read your emails? At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we understand this can make all the difference in the world! Customers of Jumeirah Hotels & Resorts, which owns 23 luxury hotels worldwide, not only "unsubscribe" less, but 50% engage with the personalized emails the company sends. With Microsoft Dynamics 365, Jumeirah sends relevant, customized content enabled by an automated, cloud-based system. Contact us to learn how you can make #MSDYN365 work for you too.

Customer story: Toronto Zoo

By |2019-12-10T13:01:28+01:00December 10th, 2019|Uncategorised|

At the Toronto Zoo, employees not only compile and analyze data about 450 animal species, but they must also share their findings with partners around the world. This is no small task, but using #Office365, employees have migrated from pen and paper charting and tracking to cloud-based collaboration. This move has made them more agile and revolutionized their work. What about you? Have you made the move? At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we can help. Contact us to find out how. #WhyCloud

Tools and technology for developing future-ready skills

By |2019-12-10T11:01:28+01:00December 10th, 2019|Uncategorised|

Labor economists predict that 65% of today's primary school students will be in jobs that haven't been invented yet. How can we prepare our students for a world no one can see coming? At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we are confident it is possible to effectively prepare students for the future, even a fuzzy one. Microsoft focuses on using technology in ways that develop soft skills, such as creativity and communication; planting the seed early on for students to work in harmony with technology to solve business problems. Contact us to learn more about the tools Microsoft is implementing to achieve these objectives.

The Value of Certification

By |2019-12-10T09:00:27+01:00December 10th, 2019|Uncategorised|

Recent graduates, of both high school and college, are chock full of knowledge and ideas. In order for them to have the greatest impact on their own lives and the lives of others, they first need to stand out from the pack and effectively communicate their insights with others. That is what Microsoft Imagine Academy can provide: opportunity for students to earn valuable and relevant certifications that boost resumes and applications, and the know-how to proficiently and clearly communicate with their peers. At Kirkpatrick Consult Limited, we believe that no matter where someone chooses to take their talents, we can help them get there.

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