Al Kingsley

Peterborough, United Kingdom, United States

Bestselling Author & Speaker on all things #Education, #Ai, #EdTech. CEO NetSupport, Multi Academy Trust Chair, DfE Advisory Board, 24 ISC Global Edrupter......

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Balancing Security And Costs In Attack Surface Management

1 month ago | forbes.com | Al Kingsley

Al Kingsley MBE is CEO of NetSupport, Chair of a multi-academy trust in the U.K, tech writer, speaker & author of multiple education books. Security is important to all of us—no matter who or where we are. Think of a regular home. The doors will have locks (and probably the windows, too), which is usually enough to keep things safe and secure. However, a more upscale residence might house an extensive jewelry collection, priceless paintings or designer clothing.
The Awkward Questions in Education

2 months ago | routledge.com | Al Kingsley

Table of Contents Book Description Critics' Reviews 1st Edition By Al Kingsley Copyright 2025 256 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations by Routledge 256 Pages 8 B/W Illustrations by Routledge Schools and systems face unprecedented challenges, such as falling attendance, recruitment, and retention issues; the validity of external monitoring of schools; and the advent of artificial intelligence (AI).
Turning SMB Tech Evolution Into A Strategy For Success

Feb 28, 2025 | forbes.com | Al Kingsley

Al Kingsley MBE is CEO of NetSupport, Chair of a multi-academy trust in the U.K, tech writer, speaker & author of multiple education books. Technology change can be challenging. If you’re a small- and medium-sized business (SMB), you can soon find the costs spiraling out of control. It can be oh-so-tempting to put in extra workarounds to delay the inevitable outlay, but we all know that treading that path can be risky. Take the transition to Windows 11.
To Improve Hybrid Workplace Productivity, Center Communication

Dec 11, 2024 | alltechmagazine.com | Al Kingsley

As organizations evolve to take advantage of the benefits of hybrid work environments, IT teams must grow their capabilities to provide not just remote support that is indistinguishable regardless of whether the user is half a world away or sitting at the next desk over.
3 things you didn't know your classroom management software could do

Dec 10, 2024 | eschoolnews.com | Al Kingsley

TwitterFacebookLinkedInEmailPrintKey points:Teachers can find innovative ways to get much more out of classroom management software5 ways your classroom environment boosts student engagement6 ways to create engaging elementary learning spacesFor more news on classroom management, visit eSN’s Innovative Teaching hubIt’s almost a truism among educators to say that classroom management is all about relationship management.
Council Post: Mapping Out Your IT Professional Development Journey

Nov 5, 2024 | forbes.com | Al Kingsley

Al Kingsley is CEO of NetSupport, Chair of a multi-academy trust in the U.K, tech writer, speaker and author of multiple education books. Working in the tech sector is, without a doubt, never boring. Technology is constantly moving and evolving—opening up more and more opportunities and possibilities throughout all sectors of society. Think of the differences in technology between five years ago and today. Nothing stands still; there's always something new happening in the wider landscape.
Council Post: Mapping Out Your IT Professional Development Journey

Nov 5, 2024 | authory.com | Al Kingsley

Al Kingsley is CEO of NetSupport, Chair of a multi-academy trust in the U.K, tech writer, speaker and author of multiple education books. Working in the tech sector is, without a doubt, never boring. Technology is constantly moving and evolving—opening up more and more opportunities and possibilities throughout all sectors of society. Think of the differences in technology between five years ago and today. Nothing stands still; there's always something new happening in the wider landscape.
The Business Cost of a Missed Message

Oct 22, 2024 | techannouncer.com | Al Kingsley

Business leaders depend on emails and direct messages to deliver the information that keeps our teams advancing toward critical goals. These internal communications ensure teams remain aligned, informed, and agile, especially with the uptick in remote and hybrid environments. Nearly 40% of global knowledge workers are hybrid employees and 80% of companies allow remote work on some level.
What Students Should Know About Digital Citizenship

Oct 21, 2024 | thelearningcounsel.com | Al Kingsley

A recent opinion piece in Education Week sums up the issues surrounding cell phones in schools quite well. Tom Moore, a high school IB teacher in New York City, wrote that the recent push to ban cell phones is really an attempt to find a simple answer to a much larger, more important issue: student mental health.
Use hyper-flex to keep remote workers happy and engaged

Sep 17, 2024 | smartbrief.com | Al Kingsley

9 min read LeadershipWorkforce We believe hybrid work is something new, enabled by remote technologies and strong networks. Yet already, the concept of remote work is old. Hyper-flex is the new reality. Hyper-flex is not just the ability for workers and stakeholders to shift between home and office with minimal friction.