Ricardo Rodriguez

Ricardo Rodriguez

Senior Data Journalist

Resources

How Teams Are Balancing AI and Legacy Software
How Teams Are Balancing AI and Legacy Software
Artificial intelligence tools are changing how teams manage their software stacks. In 2025, some professionals reported replacing or scaling back traditional SaaS tools in favor of newer AI-powered options. Still, this shift is not absolute. Many organizations continue to rely on legacy platforms, and some are even reconsidering recent changes.To
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Gen Z Is Redefining Onboarding—Here's What They Actually Want
Gen Z Is Redefining Onboarding—Here's What They Actually Want
Gen Z is making its mark on the workforce and redefining what companies need to deliver from day one. For this generation, outdated onboarding experiences are a hassle and can be a deal-breaker. SoftwareFinder.com surveyed over 500 Gen Z workers hired within the past two years to understand their expectations,
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How Employees Really Feel About AI in the Workplace
How Employees Really Feel About AI in the Workplace
As artificial intelligence becomes embedded in more HR functions, employees are increasingly facing its influence on how they're trained, reviewed, and even hired or fired. To understand how workers feel about these changes, Software Finder surveyed over 1,000 employees across industries. The responses reveal a complex mix of optimism, doubt, and
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The Productivity Cost of Unnecessary Meetings
The Productivity Cost of Unnecessary Meetings
Meetings are essential to collaboration, but only when they're necessary. As hybrid and remote work redefine communication norms, many companies still struggle to strike the right balance. A recent survey of over 1,000 employees uncovered just how costly unnecessary meetings can be, both in time and money. By examining meeting
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Why Onboarding Still Gets It Wrong and How to Fix It
Why Onboarding Still Gets It Wrong and How to Fix It
Getting hired is just the beginning. How employees are welcomed, trained, and integrated into their new workplace can make or break their long-term success. To better understand how onboarding affects performance and retention, we surveyed 1,011 employees hired within the last two years. The results reveal where companies are falling
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The Fauxductivity Epidemic: How Performative Work Is Draining Businesses
The Fauxductivity Epidemic: How Performative Work Is Draining Businesses
Fauxductivity—busyness at work that creates the illusion of productivity—has become a significant issue. Employees across industries are spending hours each week on things like excessive meetings and emails just to appear active. Our survey of 1,003 employed Americans uncovers how widespread fauxductivity is, its financial toll on businesses, and its
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The Remote Work Trade-Off: What Employees Would Sacrifice to Work From Home
The Remote Work Trade-Off: What Employees Would Sacrifice to Work From Home
Remote work remains a priority for many employees, even at a cost. Our new survey reveals that on-site workers are willing to sacrifice salary, vacation days, and career opportunities for the ability to work from home.With shifting workplace policies and economic concerns, employees are making tough decisions about their professional
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The Most In-Demand Software Skills for 2025
The Most In-Demand Software Skills for 2025
The tech world never stands still, and keeping up with the most valuable skills can really pay off. Companies are constantly on the hunt for developers who know the latest tools and technologies, and they're willing to pay top dollar for the right talent. We analyzed over 16,000 tech job
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