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azad Technology Partners
Newsletter -  April 2015
Welcome to the azad Technology Partners e-newsletter. As always, we look forward to your feedback as well as contributions to make this monthly newsletter an effective communication platform for our employees and business partners. Please continue to e-mail your suggestions and feedback to e-news@azad.com .
Employees
Health Care Benefits

azad Technology Partners health insurance open enrollment for 2015/2016 was completed, and for the plan year starting April 1st, health coverage will continue through United Healthcare (UHC) for the medical plan, Moda Health (ODS) for the dental plan, and VSP for the vision plan. 

Be sure to register online at United Healthcare , Moda Health , and VSP  to acquire access to the resources and interactive online tools available which allow you to take charge of your health and manage your health care benefits.

  • Find a physician or facility.
  • Review claim information and status.
  • Make online payments.
  • View your plan benefits.
  • Access a variety of health and wellness tips.
  • Download forms and find resources.  
  • Find pricing and estimate treatment costs.
  • Download helpful apps to your phone.
  • Print out temporary ID cards and more. 

If you have any questions regarding your current health care benefits, please contact azad Administration at admin@azad.com or (503) 617-9490.

News from United Healthcare

As communicated in an earlier newsletter, United Healthcare (UHC) announced its plan to release a new Health and Wellness portal, Rally, which would replace the current portal available on myuhc. Rally has successfully been launched and is now available for members to register online and begin taking advantage of this innovative and interactive tool. Rally helps members make healthier choices, build healthier habits by creating a personalized heath profile, and provides the tools and  resources  to support your health journey. Discover what Rally can do for you here, or by registering online
Technology
Would Microsoft ever open-source Windows?
By: Katherine Noyes



Once upon a time not so very long ago, Microsoft was widely considered the very antithesis of open-source software. Steve Ballmer called Linux "a cancer," and Bill Gates shared similar views about the open-source philosophy in general.

Today, it's a different world. CEO Satya Nadella has openly declared a new love for Linux. Microsoft has open-sourced its .NET framework for developers, and Linux is now welcome on its Azure cloud computing service. Through a new focus on open access, the company is increasingly offering its products to users of competing platforms. Could an open-source Windows be in the cards?... Continue Reading
Leadership
The 6 Types of Questions Great Leaders Ask
By: Sanyin Siang



In a world where we always expect our leaders to have the answers, what role do questions play in leading effectively?

While working at Duke, author Sanyin Siang had the opportunity to engage with leaders across different industries and sectors from heads of Fortune 100 companies, to government officials, to entrepreneurial visionaries. One thing she observed time and again is that the most effective leaders don't worry about having all of the answers themselves. Instead, they are masters of asking great questions...They understand that the leadership role is less about being a subject matter expert and more about the ability to surface key information that shapes decision-making... Continue Reading
Thought of the Month
"You are a true success
when you help others be successful."

- Anonymous

Opportunities at azad
azad Technology Partners offers some of the most exciting and versatile career opportunities in the industry and is currently hiring a few bright Firmware and Windows Software Engineers to join its team of professionals:




 

Our experience at azad shows that the best new professionals who hav e joined our team over the years were referred by other azad consultants and clients. azad offers a generous referral program for referring a successful new consultant and invites you to contribute to the expansion and growth of our team.
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azad Employee Benefits Quick Links
azad Technology Partners  wants to ensure employees are getting the most out of their benefits and stay informed of all the tools and resources available through their health care providers.
  
Visit the United Healthcare (UHC) website and myuhc to view all information regarding your personal health benefit plan and coverage.

Visit the Moda Health (ODS) website and mymoda to view all information regarding your dental benefit plan and coverage.
 
Visit the VSP website to find all information regarding your vision benefit plan and coverage.
 
Start planning ahead and join the  a zad
Technology Partners
401k plan. Contact azad Administration for more information at
(503) 617-9490 or at admin@azad.com.
 
To learn how to become a First Tech Federal Credit Union member, visit their website  

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