I’ve been at my new job for a week now, and from first impressions there are some changes compared to my old job that are for the better:

  • No more draconian security policies – I can forget to lock my computer and (gasp!) leave paper sitting on my desk overnight!
  • No laptop, which means I don’t have to lug it back and forth between work every day. Haven’t had enough meetings to really know whether it’s a benefit there
  • I no longer have to use Lotus Notes, and get to use Outlook again – even on a Mac
  • Not only do I get to use Outlook, I have access to OWA. I can’t believe there is no web access to Lotus Notes mail…
  • I have dual monitors at work (although only 1 is working at the moment due to my config)
  • I only have to walk about 30m outdoors (to get to the bus stop across the street), so I don’t have to worry too much about snow, slush or rain
  • Lunch on the company every Friday!