Game Change book explores 'gamification' of the office in the engagement economy

A new book entitled, “Game Change”. The book explores how “gamification” can be harnessed and applied as a business model for the future.

An estimated one billion people spend at least one hour every day playing computer and video- games. Why is it that people put more effort into these games than their day jobs or personal relationships?

Businesses need to consider that 7 billion hours by 1 billion gamers is what’s up for grabs in the “Engagement Economy”. It’s argued that if businesses can harness even a fraction of the sort of engagement witnessed in gaming, the rewards will be incalculable.

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BellRoy adds Cognac to its growing wallet palette

BellRoy's revolutionized wallets for the smartphone age and now they're expanding the colour palette with a new Cognac variant. Here's what the company has to say about their new choice colour.

Whenever we add a new color to the Bellroy palette, it has to jump through some serious hoops.

But then along came Cognac in all of its nectar of the gods, rich mahogany colored glory, and it was game over, because, well, Cognac.

Paired with the tactile appeal of our veg tanned leather, this handsome tone is a superb color addition to the Bellroy family.

For now, it’s available in our Card Sleeve and Note Sleeve models.

Toronto Tech Startup Helps Simplify Your Life

Canadian tech startup, AskForTask.com, offers a free reliable service, revolutionizing the readiness of finding everyday help nearby. A web platform that connects people looking for help in their area to those looking for work.

Users trust the website,” says Muneeb Mushtaq who created it, “It's a free service that offers a lot of security. They are able to interact privately prior to assigning a task to someone.”

BlackBerry rolls out Find Friends feature to iOS and Android BBM apps

BlackBerry released a new update for its iOS and Android BBM apps to integrate the new Find Friends features. BBM users on both platforms can now discover if their contacts are on BBM so they can send PIN invites. Aside from that, users can also send invites for non-BBM friends to download the app. The invite can be sent through SMS or email.

The feature will show up the first time you launch the app after updating and then it can be seen under the “invites” tab menu located at the bottom left hand corner of the app.

Source: The Next Web