#hexad

‘When we start to think about what purpose the 'self’ serves we might answer in two different ways. We might say that the self is an untenable, illusory concept which simply cannot capture the complexities and inconsistencies of real lives. Or we might say that the self is crucial to a person’s overall psychological wellbeing as it enables us to take control of our lives, and helps us to manage our experiences. These two answers are the products of diametrically opposed theories of self. The first stresses the changeability of self: identity does not exist outside of the social context in which it is constructed. It is like a chameleon that changes its colour according to its environment. The second approach stresses the continuity of self: something that the person carries about with them through time and through the range of social situations they participate in. It is like a snail’s shell, carried about by the snail wherever it goes’

Just read this extract from a psychology study - do you think this speaks to the difference between attachment and hexad types?

Yeah, that’s pretty much it, although you could also say that the ‘adaptation’ is social dynamics (fitting in to get along) and the snail is your true essence, the thing that makes you who you are, regardless.

Hexad Polyamory: A polyamorous relationship between 6 people. 

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Color meanings:

Blue: The openness and honesty among all partners in poly relationships

Red: Love and passion

Black: Solidarity with those who hide those relationships from the outside world due to societal pressures

Gold: Represents the value that we place on the emotional attachment to others, be the relationship platonic or romantic in nature.

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Our DevOps engineers play a vital role in bridging the gap between development and operations teams. They combine their expertise in software development, system administration, and infrastructure management to facilitate collaboration, automate processes, and enhance the overall efficiency of software delivery. With a deep understanding of cloud technologies, they enable organizations to leverage the scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness of cloud infrastructure.

Experience required

At Hexad, we have defined certain standards for the DevOps role, which require experience with:

Integration technology

Automation

Cloud coding languages

At Hexad, standards of expertise have been defined which is a compulsory need o be acquired by different professionals. For instance, systems managers, IT project managers, or database administrators (DBAs) are possible career paths. Almost every DevOps job requires at least 2–3 years of experience with continuous integration, DevOps, and related experience.

Our DevOps engineers are indeed skilled in writing code to enhance and optimize existing cloud platforms and infrastructure. Their focus is on automating processes, streamlining workflows, and improving efficiency within the development and operations lifecycles. By leveraging code and automation, we practice DevOps, which can deploy software updates more frequently and with greater accuracy compared to their competitors.

In addition to the above experience requirements, DevOps engineers typically need a 4-year undergraduate degree in a related field.

Team

We always emphasize excellent communication skills for the important role of a DevOps engineer. In this way, our DevOps engineers are similar to IT project managers. They typically work on a DevOps team with other professionals in a similar role, each managing their own piece of the infrastructure puzzle.

Our DevOps team acts as a bridge between software development and IT operations, promoting collaboration and a shared vision. By breaking down silos and fostering effective communication, our DevOps enables clients to achieve faster software delivery, improved quality, and better alignment between development and operations teams.

Our DevOps engineer serves an important role on each team and liaises between them.

While the demands of a DevOps engineer often require him or her to work alone, they are expert collaborators. Further, their role requires them to build upon the work of their counterparts on development and IT teams to:

Scale cloud programs

Create workflow processes

Assign tenants

And more

Our DevOps teams often mentor software developers and architecture teams, guiding them in creating scalable software solutions. They also collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality and secure software releases. Moreover, our DevSecOps takes this a step further by applying DevOps principles to proactive security measures, embedding security practices throughout the software development lifecycle.

Our DevOps Engineer is an important IT team member because they work with internal customers, including:

QC personnel

Software and application developers

Project managers

Project stakeholders (usually from within your organization)

DevOps engineers rarely work with external customers or end-users, but keep a “customer first” mindset to satisfy the needs of their internal clients.

Besides, DevOps engineers possess a diverse skill set and a customer-centric approach, allowing them to effectively contribute to the DevOps culture and drive continuous improvement in software development and operations. Their ability to combine technical expertise with strong interpersonal skills makes them valuable assets in modern software organizations.

Infrastructure Planning, Testing & Development

In the regular workday, our DevOps engineers look at individual functions of the cloud environment and write code to scale them to fill some immediate needs. This might include:

Addition of users to a cloud infrastructure

Addition permissions

Addition or moderation workflow processes

Addition of entire objects that function like containers (e.g., FaaS) to meet business needs

The role of our DevOps engineer revolves around the configuration, documentation, optimization, and support of infrastructure components. This involves working with various programming languages and requires the ability to write code quickly and efficiently. Our DevOps professionals also need to be proficient in testing in virtual environments.

Given the fast-paced nature of coding and testing, it is important for DevOps engineers to balance their focus and not overlook the planning aspect of their work. While the emphasis is often on development and testing, effective planning plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and successful implementation of DevOps practices.

Look at the big picture. Our DevOps engineers need to develop one skill, “infrastructure planning,” for what they are hired to do!

The ability to plan integrations and additions across many systems, however, is what separates the cloud database manager from the DevOps engineer.

Security & automation

At Hexad, DevOps engineers play a vital role in building secure software from the ground up. They leverage their expertise in coding practices, security protocols, and industry best practices to incorporate security measures into the development process. By implementing secure coding practices, DevOps engineers contribute to reducing vulnerabilities and fortifying the software against potential attacks.

The concept of building secure software is central to the DevSecOps mindset. In this context, the DevOps Engineer plays a crucial role in overseeing and collaborating with the DevSecOps team to enhance an organization’s infrastructure security protocols.

DevSecOps is built on the principle that security should be an integral part of every practice within an organization. The DevOps Engineer, in collaboration with the DevSecOps team, fosters a deep understanding of business practices and identifies potential vulnerabilities across various platforms. They work together to implement continuous monitoring, testing, and security measures throughout the development and deployment processes.

Automation

Strong proficiency in automation tools is a fundamental requirement for DevOps engineers. It is a key responsibility that sets them apart from other IT roles, such as Linux engineers. DevOps engineers recognize the value of automation in improving efficiency and productivity, and they continually stay updated on the latest tools and technologies to maintain a competitive edge.

Our DevOps engineers understand that a lot of processes that others do manually can be automated. This allows them to develop and deploy more code than other types of IT engineers. Their expertise in selecting and implementing automation tools, coupled with their scripting and coding skills, allows them to develop and deploy code at a higher velocity than traditional IT roles, enhancing the overall productivity and effectiveness of the organization.

Finally, there are a few soft skills that should be developed to be an exceptional DevOps professional. Soft skills include being a liaison and bridging the gaps between many different IT and software development teams. People management skills are especially important to the overall success of someone in this role because finding common ground between these teams isn’t always an easy task.

Rather, it’s one that includes constant communication. Our DevOps engineers must be comfortable communicating clearly and with ease to get their message across. They have a lot to offer in different parts of the organization when it comes to educating key people on security and scalability.

Further, our DevOps engineers must have the inherent ability to predict needs. These DevOps professionals must be able to go into an organization and understand how the people, culture, and processes work together to impact their job in order to fill the gaps in technology with expert care.

What’s in store for DevOps engineers?

Converting to DevOps has a positive impact on IT organizations from the top down when it comes to:

Team management

Deployment frequency

Delivery timelines

Lead time.

The integration of our DevOps across organizations has yielded positive early responses, with its impact extending beyond just an IT function. Surprisingly, our DevOps has influenced Hexad culture, becoming a philosophy that shapes interactions among employees at all levels, from top management to entry-level positions.

Central to this philosophy is the belief that every individual in Hexad shares responsibility for its overall success. However, due to the ongoing ambiguity surrounding our DevOps engineer roles and responsibilities, hiring managers often struggle to define and recruit for these positions within their organizations.

Nonetheless, it remains essential for the right candidate to possess expertise in deployment automation, infrastructure automation, and version control. While these skills can be acquired through various IT roles, they are typically cultivated in software development roles and through the administration of specific programs.

Based on the research done by IT companies and the statistics, robotic process automation technology will be used by almost all companies in some form or another within a decade.

Robotic Process Automation

RPA technology has been a game-changer for several industries, leading to diminishing risks in processes, higher efficiency, and higher profits. It has changed mundane and complex business processes into simple ones. Whether recording data, transferring files, or sending automated replies, RPA allows organizations to streamline critical processes. It reduces human errors to a large extent while managing numerous tasks at the same time.

What is robotic process automation (RPA)?

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) is a futuristic technology that uses software with machine learning capabilities and artificial intelligence (AI) to automate critical tasks in organizations. The monotonous work patterns that require significant human intervention can be automated using this technology.

Today, numerous businesses are advancing and looking for solutions that enhance operational efficiencies with monetary benefits and time savings. Process automation through robots has come up as an ultimate solution. Some of the RPA benefits are as follows;

Better visibility into process performance

Minimization of human errors

Operational flexibility and scalability

Enhanced customer experience

Increased workforce optimization and satisfaction

Better compliance with standards and regulations

Streamlined and standardized processes

Efficient resource management

Cost optimization

How is robotic process automation changing various business domains?

Based on our research and application of the latest technology, we have found that RPA (Robotic Process Automation) has made a remarkable impact on businesses worldwide by leveraging an artificial workforce in the form of software bots. Its influence has been felt across various industry sectors, including healthcare, transportation and logistics, finance, human resources, education, and more. Our development team has determined that RPA has revolutionized the way businesses operate by automating repetitive and rule-based tasks, increasing efficiency, reducing errors, and freeing up human resources to focus on higher-value activities. The versatility and adaptability of RPA have made it a valuable tool for organizations across diverse industries, enabling them to achieve greater productivity and effectiveness in their operations.

RPA In Healthcare

We have provided many fruitful IT solutions to the healthcare sector. Our developers have depicted RPA technology as having proven beneficial in automating administrative tasks within the healthcare industry, benefiting hospitals, clinics, and individual practitioners.

Its impact on the patient experience is evident in several ways:

Claims Management: At Hexad, our team has utilized RPA to streamline the process of claims management, resulting in faster and error-free processing. By automating tasks such as data entry and verification, RPA saves time for healthcare administrators and ensures the accurate processing of claims.

Billing Efficiency: Furthermore, RPA bots help to perform data entry tasks related to billing with high accuracy. They can calculate billing amounts, identify payment delays, and send timely updates to patients regarding their bills. This improves billing efficiency and reduces errors.

Digital Record Keeping: Even RPA enables the digital recording of contact forms, audit procedures, and other documentation related to patient care. Besides, it eliminates the need for manual paperwork, making information easily accessible and reducing the risk of misplaced or lost records.

Patient Communication: We have determined that RPA can automate the process of notifying patients about important information such as upcoming appointments and specific precautions to be taken for certain medical conditions. By automatically sending discharge instructions and reminders, RPA improves patient engagement and ensures timely communication.

RPA In Transportation And Logistics

The transportation and logistics industry faces various challenges, including issues such as empty return trips, driver shortages, and manual processes. RPA (Robotic Process Automation) offers several solutions to address these challenges effectively. Here’s how RPA can help:

Shipment Tracking and Scheduling: Our developers have used RPA to automate the process of tracking and scheduling shipments, eliminating the need for manual intervention. This improves efficiency and reduces errors in logistics operations.

Data Extraction: Further, the RPA bots can extract and process this information automatically, saving time and reducing the risk of errors.

Invoicing Automation: We help integrate systems with client portals, and our RPA process streamlines the invoicing process. This leads to faster and more accurate invoicing, improving cash flow and customer satisfaction.

Forecasting and Planning: With the utilization of RPA, we can enable the gathering of important insights from logistics data, which can be used to improve forecasting and planning processes. This helps businesses optimize their operations and make more informed decisions.

Faster Client Response: Our developers help to use RPA bots that handle customer inquiries and provide faster responses. By automating customer service tasks, businesses can improve response times and enhance customer satisfaction.

Order Processing and Payments: Our RPA automates order processing and payment tasks, reducing manual effort and improving accuracy. This speeds up order fulfillment and enhances the overall efficiency of the logistics process.

RPA In Finance

In the finance industry, we have seen numerous processes involve searching, comparing, matching, and filing data, as well as handling various forms, applications, endorsements, and declarations. These tasks can be time-consuming and prone to errors when done manually. However, we have formulated a solution strategy that will use RPA (Robotic Process Automation). This RP solution offers several benefits for faster and more accurate business processes in the finance sector. Here’s how RPA can help:

Data Entry and Journal Creation: Our process automation strategies automate the data entry process into ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems, eliminating the need for manual data entry. It also creates standard journal entities, reducing errors and improving efficiency in financial transactions.

Financial Planning and Analysis: Our RPA will assist in financial planning and analysis by automating data collection and manipulation. These RPA bots will gather and process financial information from various sources, providing valuable insights for financial decision-making.

Regulatory Reporting: Furthermore, RPA can collect and manipulate data to support the creation of regulatory reports. This automation helps ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and reduces the risk of errors in reporting processes.

Payment Reminders and Notifications: Besides, RPA bots are programmed to send reminders and notifications to individuals and organizations regarding late payments. This automation helps improve the timeliness of payments and reduces the need for manual follow-up.

RPA In Human Resource

In human resources departments, we have helped to automate the numerous tedious tasks that are repetitive administrative jobs using RPA (Robotic Process Automation) software solutions. By implementing RPA in HR processes, we have helped companies reduce costs.

Here’s how RPA can be beneficial in various HR processes:

Recruitment and Onboarding: Our RPA bots will handle tedious processes like resume screening, candidate shortlisting, and data transcription from different systems. They will accurately record new hire data in a centralized system, streamlining the onboarding process and ensuring data accuracy.

Time and Attendance Tracking: Our developers have utilized RPA solutions to track and validate employee data, including in-and-out timings, and document it in multiple systems. This automation reduces manual data entry and improves accuracy in time and attendance tracking.

Payroll Processing: The adoption of RPA in payroll processes simplifies tasks such as salary data collection, benefit disbursal, and payslip generation. Our strategic RPA solutions will adhere to regulatory payroll norms and standards, ensuring compliance while increasing efficiency in payroll management.

Workforce Management: Using RPA, we will assist in various aspects of workforce management, including workforce planning, employee performance tracking, compensation and benefits management, report generation, employee health and safety monitoring, and labor and employee relations. These automation capabilities allow HR professionals to focus on strategic initiatives and employee engagement rather than repetitive administrative tasks.

RPA In Education Industry

Our software team has utilized automation through RPA (Robotic Process Automation) solutions, which are revolutionizing modern education systems by streamlining rule-based, time-consuming, and frustrating tasks. Here’s how RPA can improve efficiency in various education processes:

Attendance Management and Scheduling: Even RPA solutions can effectively manage students’ and staff’s attendance, automate the scheduling of meetings, and create timetables. This reduces manual effort and ensures accurate record-keeping.

Communication and Notifications: Besides automating the process of sending notifications, exam updates, event updates, and progress reports to students and parents, this improves communication efficiency and the timely dissemination of information.

Enrollment and Admissions: Our software development team utilized RPA tools can automate the enrollment process by checking application forms, validating eligibility criteria, and verifying documents. They can also shortlist candidates based on predefined rules, simplifying and expediting the admission process.

Chatbots for Assistance: Furthermore, RPA-powered chatbots can handle general queries related to the admission process, admission schedules, course information, contact persons, and more. These chatbots provide instant responses to students, staff members, website visitors, and other stakeholders, enhancing the user experience and reducing manual support efforts.

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To remain competitive in today’s business landscape, organizations are increasingly focusing on boosting operational efficiency. One effective way to achieve this is through the adoption of robotic process automation (RPA) software solutions. Hexad, as your RPA technology partner, would like to help automate tasks so businesses can optimize their workforce utilization, increase productivity, and reduce service costs.

Our RPA software solutions enable the automation of repetitive and rule-based tasks, freeing up employees to focus on more value-added activities. Furthermore, this results in improved efficiency and faster processing times. By automating processes, organizations can also minimize errors and improve accuracy in their operations.

Additionally, we always create the proper documentation of processes, providing a clear and structured overview of workflows. The habit of documentation not only ensures consistency and compliance but also facilitates tracking and analysis of data insights. These insights will then be used for informed decision-making and process optimization.

Recognizing the benefits of RPA, many businesses across industries are embracing this technology at a rapid pace. By implementing RPA, businesses will definitely unlock significant operational efficiencies, enhance customer satisfaction, and gain a competitive edge in the market.

It is important to note that while RPA offers substantial benefits, careful planning, and strategic implementation are necessary to ensure successful integration into existing business processes.

Conclusion

Our company, Hexad, leverages the power of virtual reality (VR) technology to revolutionize the prototyping process for automotive businesses. By adopting virtual prototyping, we will help your company eliminate the need for cumbersome and time-consuming physical prototypes. This transformative approach streamlines research and development efforts, accelerates the design iteration process, and reduces the frequency of required adjustments.

Virtual prototyping offers numerous benefits to automotive businesses. Firstly, it saves valuable time by eliminating the complexities associated with physical prototyping. Instead of building and modifying physical prototypes, designers and engineers can quickly iterate and refine their designs in a virtual environment.

Furthermore, virtual prototyping enables cost savings throughout the pre-manufacturing cycle. By reducing their reliance on physical prototypes, businesses can minimize expenses related to materials, production, and testing.

Beyond time and cost advantages, VR-based prototyping empowers businesses to achieve greater efficiency and optimization in their product development. Virtual simulations allow for in-depth analysis and evaluation of design alternatives, ensuring that the final product meets or exceeds performance and quality standards.