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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 12 min read


What we've been up to . . .
We recently helped a client in Greenwich take control of a messy network closet with a complete patch panel cable cleanup.
Alucid Team
Jun 301 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?”
Alucid Team
Jun 301 min read


Tech History: From Convenience to Controversy - The Story of Cookies
In the digital world, "cookies" aren’t baked — they’re tracked.
Alucid Team
Jun 301 min read


Tech History: The First Computer Bug Was... an actual Moth?!
Did you know the term "computer bug" actually comes from a real-life insect?
Alucid Team
Jun 271 min read


How the Right to Repair Movement is Boosting Third-Party Maintenance
The Right to Repair movement continues to gain traction across the U.S., advocating for the rights of consumers and businesses to repair and maintain their own equipment—without being locked into OEM service agreements.
Alucid Team
Jun 242 min read


Tech History: The First Banner Ad Had a Massive 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.
Alucid Team
Jun 241 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.
Alucid Team
Jun 231 min read


What HR Needs to Ask: Your IT Offboarding Guide & Checklist
A comprehensive IT offboarding checklist designed to ensure a smooth and secure transition.
Alucid Team
Jun 193 min read


The Hidden Power of TPM: Centralized IT Contract Management Made Simple
Utilizing a single platform to manage multiple maintenance contracts is a transformative approach to IT management, and Third-Party Maintenance providers offer the tools to make this a reality.
Alucid Team
Jun 191 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 181 min read


Tech History: Android's Surprising Origin Story
Before Android powered billions of smartphones, it was actually designed for digital cameras!
Alucid Team
Jun 181 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 171 min read


Scale Smarter: How Third Party Maintenance Fuels SMB Growth
Third-Party Maintenance offers a strategic advantage, helping companies scale efficiently and effectively.
Brittany Perry
Jun 171 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.
Alucid Team
Jun 171 min read


What we've been up to . . .
The Alucid Team recently completed a network deployment project in Tampa, FL delivering a robust and scalable infrastructure tailored for a small network environment.
Alucid Team
Jun 161 min read


What Are the Federal and 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?
Alucid Team
Jun 162 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.
Alucid Team
Jun 161 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?
Alucid Team
Jun 132 min read


What we've been up to . . .
We recently completed an Audio System Expansion project in Century City / Los Angeles.
Alucid Team
Jun 121 min read
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