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An award-winning journalist, Karen Wojcik Berner is a veteran writer and editor. Throughout her career, she has helped people and organizations tell their stories, from musicians and entertainers to real-life heroes like firefighters and people living with devastating diseases to nonprofits and corporations. She is also the author of the Bibliophiles series, contemporary fiction with a sprinkling of the classics.
As organizations increasingly prioritize digital transformation, CIOs are expected to lead initiatives that integrate technology with operational goals. This shift demands a broader skill set and strategic vision. Here's how independent software maintenance can help CIOs meet those challenges.
Former Forrester VP and Principal Analyst John C. McCarthy thinks businesses will rely more on technology, not less, as we mitigate through inflation. Read how you can adapt for the future while also trimming IT costs.
Naperville's Liz Rench finds a home with Briar Street Theater's Blue Man Group.
Karen Wojcik Berner talks with three Naperville residents who have battled physical and emotional burdens and have come out on top.
Screenwriters Brad Riddell and Anna Maria Hozian take on crazy parents in their latest series.
Breast cancer survivor and Poker Power Instructor Alexandra "Doc" Chauran discusses pushing through personal challenges by playing poker.
Suggestions for throwing a literary-themed Halloween party.
The Naperville Municipal Band has been entertaining DuPage County residents for 160 years. Karen Wojcik Berner talks with the band's leaders to get the scoop on their success.
Third-party software maintenance helps with managing technical debt by optimizing IT estates, lowering support budgets, and aiding growth.
The Naperville Responds for Veterans Organization is seeking more ways to give back to those who have put their lives on the line serving our country.
Naperville, Illinois is one of Apartment Therapy's "Coolest Suburbs in America." Here's our guide to this awesome burb!
Proactively securing your software goes beyond patching. By understanding risks and implementing a layered defense, you can stay ahead of threats, protect your IT estate, and reduce costly vulnerabilities. Discover strategies to strengthen your cybersecurity posture.
Beth Peterson offers Super Bowl party tips in her new book, "The Tailgate Cookbook."
Thinking about reentering the workforce? Playing poker can help sharpen your skills after an extended absence.
We're excited about our certification as a Great Place To Work™ both in Dublin, Ireland and in Plano, Texas. Read more about what makes Origina a positive environment for all our employees.
By 2030, more than 85 million jobs could go unfilled because there aren't enough skilled people to take them, including many legacy software support positions. Who will maintain your systems?
Discover the top three factors to consider when choosing a software maintenance provider: tailored support, enhanced security, and added value services.
Long-term ELAs might sound great on the surface but they also hinder the expansion of your IT estate. Read more about how to keep the flexibility you need.
Need help transitioning your VMware licensing and support? We got you. Read about how Origina's VMware maintenance and support program can put you back in control of your roadmap.
You will do anything to save your kids or your partner, but what about your writing?
The skills learned while playing poker can assist women thinking about changing careers or striking out on their own as entrepreneurs.
Many questions arise when thinking about whether or not to make the move to a third-party software maintenance provider for your IBM® estate. Read on for answers to some of the most common questions about TPSM.
Naperville resident William Walsh, Ph.D., believes he has found the cause of bipolar disorder.
Learning how to fold in poker teaches women emotional discipline, patience, and important decision-making skills.
Origina is known for our concierge service approach for legacy IBM software. Read more about what our CSMs and GIEs can do for your company and its tech estate.
Downers Grove bridal boutique owner Camille Connolly discusses the latest industry trends and dishes on who cries the most at the dress reveal. Hint: it's not the bride.
Owners of Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home for over half a century, the Jones family have taken care of local residents during their most difficult times.
There are many ways to promote your book, but is a blog tour right for you?
What would Shakespeare do? Or Dickens? Or Austen? Looking to classic literature is one way to solve common writing dilemmas.
North Riverside Firefighter Richard Gray has finished nine American Lung Association Fight for Air Climbs—in full turnout gear!
Is "Crooked Arrows" worth the bucks? Lacrosse mom and writer Karen Wojcik Berner thinks so. Check out her review.