Running a modern business is hard to do without technology. And it can be difficult to compete with your competition if your business and service isn’t fast enough. Luckily, with the technological advancements of today, there are plenty of gadgets that will help you save time with tasks that used to eat up precious business hours. Below are four smart gadgets that will help you perform your business processes quickly and efficiently.

Netbooks

Sometimes you can’t get work done because you aren’t sitting at your computer. In today’s world, you can basically have a computer on hand at all times, and get work done even when you aren’t at work. Travel lightly by bringing along a netbook. It is a small, cheap, lightweight alternative to a regular-sized computer. Work with large amounts of data, surf the Net and communicate with co-workers on this small tool. Carry the netbook anywhere from an airport to coffee shop. Fold it up and stow it away in almost any place.

Postage Meters

Postage meters remove the hassle out of handling mail. Companies use postage machines to determine the weight of letters and packages and apply stamps automatically. It may be necessary to use a permit if you need to send bulk mail. The bulk rates can be more affordable than the regular ones. All types of mail from bulk to first class are sent using this meter. If your business sends a lot of mail, it can be frustrating to get everything in order, and get things out on time. If you try using automated systems and incorporate this technology into your mail system, you will have less back up and meet your deadlines.

Scanners

Most companies today are going paperless, however sometimes you have a physical document that you really need to be digital. In this case, a scanner is needed to avoid writing out large amounts of information. After an image is scanned into the computer, it can be copied, edited and distributed in many ways. If you do not scan, you could end up with stacks or file cabinets full of papers. The scanning process takes only a few minutes to finish and the controls are easy to use.

VoIP Phone Systems

More VoIP phone systems are showing up in various offices. The main advantage is the low cost. The long-distance calls are more affordable when a VoIP system is used. There are numerous tasks that you can perform. Find your associates online, send instant messages and conduct video calls to name a few.

Carry out a free trial to see if the product suits your needs. Take this system with you wherever you travel in the world. Choose the right number of lines and features. With VoIP, do everything that you would normally do on a regular phone like track calls and check voice mails.

 

Business gadgets are becoming faster and more efficient, which increases the overall popularity. People can replace traditional phones with more high-tech VoIP products. They can also replace simple phones with smartphones that allow them to text, email and surf the Web. Remain organized and stay in close touch with other professionals when you use business gadgets.

Article by , Dixie Somers
Posted by, Ross Deprey