License Creep in Microsoft 365: Where Your Budget is Disappearing (and What to Do About It)
Cut Microsoft 365 and Azure costs. Uncover hidden license waste, avoid overpaying for add-ons, and optimize your subscription strategy.
Digital Strategy
Articles that explore digital transformation, platform selection, and technology planning — with a focus on aligning tools with goals and creating scalable systems.
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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.
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
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.
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.
What is a Fractional CIO -- and Do You Need One?
Think you need a full-time CIO? Think again. Discover how a fractional CIO can bring clarity, leadership, and strategy to your tech decisions — on your terms.
Your First 5 Steps Toward AI Readiness (No Magic Required)
AI doesn’t require a magic wand — just a smart strategy. Here are 5 clear, practical steps to help your organization get ready for AI in a way that actually works.
What is Mission-Aligned Tech Strategy?
Discover how a mission-aligned tech strategy helps nonprofits and purpose-driven organizations choose tools that support their goals — not distract from them.
How to Mitigate a PR Nightmare if You Experience a Data Breach
Five practical steps to mitigate risk, lead with transparency, and protect trust during a crisis.
FireOak Named Top Digital Transformation Consulting Services Company
We’re proud to be named CIO Review’s Top Digital Transformation Consulting Services Company. Here’s what this means — and why it matters.
