Meet other co-workers and engage in new activities. If you are interested in participating or leading an AEG at PHL/PNE, email your idea(s) to [email protected].  

Caring for Caregivers

The Caring for Caregivers Affinity Group at the DOA is a welcoming space for anyone supporting aging parents, or other loved ones. You're not alone and we're building a space just for you.  

In monthly meetings, the goal is to share experiences, reduce feelings of isolation, support one another in navigating work–life balance, and learn about helpful resources.

The next meeting will be in June (date and location TBD). For more information, email Shawn Hawes at [email protected].  

GoldPros (Resources and encouragement for women over 40):  

Due to the anticipated passenger activity and employee volunteerism, GOLD Pros is cancelling its June 10 meeting. For information on upcoming GoldPros events and to join, email [email protected].  
 

PHLight Club (For men over 40 + allies)

The PHLight Club meets the last Thursday of every month. The next meeting, featuring Vice President of Airport Operations and Security Chris Dougherty, will be held virtually on Thursday, June 25, from 12-1 pm. For more information or to join, contact [email protected].  

Young Professionals in Business Aviation (YoPros)

YoPros are employees 40 and under interested in networking and connecting with other young professionals. The group will hold the monthly in-person lunch or walk on Wednesday, June 10, meeting at 12 pm outside main entrance of IP2. The group will hold its monthly virtual meeting on Wednesday, June 24 at 12 pm. For more information on how to join, email [email protected].  

Unity and Community + Allies

For more information or to join Unity and Community, contact [email protected] or [email protected].  

Sanjana Aggarwal — IT Business  Analyst

New Employee Orientation

June 8-9 and June 21-22 | International Plaza, Suite 325, HR Training Room

New Employee Orientation will be held for two days for administrative staff (non-shift workers). New employees will also have the opportunity to tour the airport and complete PHL WORKS training.

Notifications to new employees will be communicated by the DOA’s Human Resources and Training & Development units. If you have additional questions or have an employee that needs to attend, please contact [email protected].  

Monthly Tech Tip: Restart Your Computer Regularly

• Restarting your computer regularly helps improve performance, complete important system updates, and reduce common technical issues. While putting your computer to sleep is convenient, a full restart helps refresh system processes and clear temporary issues that build up over time.
• Improves overall system performance
• Helps install important updates properly
• Reduces system freezes and slowdowns
• Refreshes applications and network connections
• Helps keep your device running smoothly

Quick Tip:
Try restarting your computer at least once a week, especially before leaving for the day or after system updates are installed.
A simple restart can often resolve minor issues before they become bigger problems and helps maintain more reliable work experience.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the IT Helpdesk.

Project Spotlight: Interplay Learning

Interplay Learning is a virtual training software platform that allows Facilities staff to train on maintenance procedures for equipment and components that are difficult to physically access or rarely require upkeep. The platform helps support knowledge retention and break/fix training for Facilities personnel by providing hands-on virtual learning opportunities. Any technical support needs should be submitted through the Helpdesk Portal.

Mercury Update

Mercury has now been live for over three months, and departments across the Airport continue integrating the system into their daily financial and reporting processes. Thank you again to everyone who supported the implementation and transition efforts. 

Users can continue accessing Mercury daily at: https://mercury.phl.org
(Power BI is available in the bottom-right corner of the homepage.)

Reminder: APMS remains in read-only status and no longer accepts new entries.

Need Help?

• Contact your manager
• Submit a ticket in the Helpdesk Portal (include “Mercury” in the description)
• Call the helpdesk at 215-937-4357

Training materials remain available on the Mercury Training page.
 

Quick Links

Helpdesk Portal– Submit support tickets
IT Service Catalog– Request hardware, software, or services
IT FAQ Sheet– Answers to common IT questions
 

The Information Security team is observing a significant rise in suspicious emails and hacking attempts targeting employee email accounts and data. To protect yourself and our airports, follow these tips:

Use the phishing alert button if you are ever in doubt about an email, attachment, weblink, meeting request, Teams call, etc. 

• Hover before you click on a weblink ... pretend your mouse is a magnifying glass and you are reading the fine print on a postage stamp to view the url
• NEVER click on suspicious, unexpected attachments, or URLs 
• Be cautious of emails that create urgency, request credentials, or ask for unusual actions. 
• Always Be Skeptical and on high alert for every email, all the time.