The technological progress engendered by the tech industry seems to be accepted as an unmitigated good—one that excuses a fairly broad swath of potential shortcomings. Should the pursuit of innovation excuse you from complying with the laws of the land? Is this moral bankruptcy or just business?

Keeping pace with new technologies is challenging—especially if you've fallen behind. However, continuous learning is a critical component of agile practices. A few simple steps will not only help you get back to the forefront of technology but also will revitalize your thirst for knowledge.

The prevailing way of justifying workplace benefits is to paint them as a vital tool to attract and retain staff in a competitive marketplace. If we look at things more holistically though, we can view these benefits as one component of building a company where people actually like to work.