What to expect in 2008 and beyond…. Ross Dawson, January 21, 2008 2:06 AM US PT Nowandnext.com and Future Exploration Network have once again collaborated to create a trend map for 2008 and beyond. While last year’s map was based on the London tube map, the 2008 map is derived from Shanghai’s underground routes. Web 2.0 MORE >>

We've put together 10 of the best ways to jumpstart your brain and get back into a productive groove, and all of them are tricks you can put to work this Monday. Make your own energy products. Writer and speaker Michelle Dunn describes herself as "very organized," but there are times of the day she just can't be productive. MORE >>

In a previous post about communication tools , WWD reader Melanie made an accurate observation that having an instant messaging client open while you’re working is like having the phone ring constantly.  Despite this, IM is useful for instantaneous back-and-forth exchanges with clients. Using one interface. Having MSN messenger , Yahoo!Messenger MORE >>

Nothing's more important to your productivity arsenal than a solid scheduling tool, and considering so much of what we do happens at the computer, a good calendar application is just the thing to bring order to your agenda. Keep reading for a detailed look at the top five and to cast your vote for the calendar tool you like best. MORE >>

Collaborative Thinking Perceptions on collaboration and social software by Mike Gotta « Lotusphere 2008: Social Computing Chess Match | Main | Why Is Social Software So Important? You simply cannot make an global assumption that defacto internal sharing is better in some way than external. Events. Your comment has not yet been posted. MORE >>