Death by a Thousand Licenses: Cutting Waste in Your Cloud Stack
Cut cloud costs fast. Learn how to spot redundant tools, trim licenses, and stop wasting money on unused platforms and bloated subscriptions.
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What Not To Write: AI Edition
In the spirit of good-natured guidance (and with a nod to What Not To Wear), here’s our roundup of what not to do when using AI for professional communication — especially with your own team.
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How We Use AI (and How You Can Too): Prompts from the FireOak Playbook
Discover how FireOak Strategies uses AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity in real-world consulting work.
What Taylor Swift's Masters Can Teach Us About Knowledge Management
Taylor Swift’s reclaiming of her masters is more than a music industry milestone, it’s a powerful lesson in knowledge management, intellectual property, and strategic asset control. Explore how her bold moves mirror the principles of KM in this real-world case study for mission-driven organizations.
We’re Not Just About Technology — We’re About Mission Enablement. Here’s What That Really Means.
Let’s start with a confession: At FireOak Strategies, we adore great technology. We’re the people who voluntarily organize
15 Years of FireOak: Reflections, Lessons Learned, and Why I Still Love This Work
Fifteen years in, I’ve worked across dozens of countries, supported bold missions, and learned a lot. Here are a few lessons and why I still love this work.
A Day in the Life of a Fractional CIO
Curious what a fractional CIO actually does? Hint: It’s more than tech. Get a behind-the-scenes look at how we bring clarity, strategy, and sanity to purpose-driven orgs.
Getting Ready for AI Starts with Cleaning Up Your Knowledge
AI won’t organize your knowledge for you — it will amplify what’s already there. Learn why strong knowledge management is the foundation of AI readiness.
AI isn't magic. But it can be transformational.
AI isn’t a silver bullet. But when grounded in strategy, clear workflows, and well-organized knowledge, it can be a powerful force for small teams.
The Most Overlooked Risk in Small Orgs? What You Don't Know.
In small organizations and growing teams, the biggest risk isn’t your tech stack — it’s the undocumented knowledge hiding in plain sight. Learn how to identify and fix these invisible risks.
Knowledge Management in 2025: What's Emerging, What's Evolving, What Matters Most
KM in 2025 is more dynamic, distributed, and people-centered than ever. This isn’t just a trends list — it’s a look at what’s really changing and why it matters.
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IT vs. Yacht Chefs: A Below Deck-Inspired Guide to Tech Leadership
Ever feel like your job in IT is a mix of high-stakes chaos, impossible requests, and zero daylight? Turns out we have a lot in common with yacht chefs. Inspired by too much Below Deck, here’s a cheeky comparison between IT leadership and the unsung heroes of the galley.
