16
Mar 2012
Thousands of people log into Facebook and Twitter every minute of everyday, whether it’s for personal or business use, which unfortunately makes it even easier for spam, viruses and hackers to attack hundreds of accounts.
28
Feb 2012
One of the most powerful advertising platforms around at the moment seems to be Twitter. Companies have taken advantage of its viral abilities by paying celebrities thousands of pounds for posting just one tweet mentioning their brand or product. This shows the extent companies will go to attach their name to a famous person.
7
Dec 2011
We all wish that our businesses was talked about as much as the headline news or the next big election. The key to getting noticed, of course, is to increase publicity – to somehow wangle our brand into the eye of the public. One good way to achieve this is by becoming a popular and trending topic on Twitter. But how can we reach these heady heights?
25
Nov 2011
Running a business often mean being tied to our desks. Our computers house our contacts, work documents and so much more. However, thanks to a wide variety of business apps for the smartphone, we can keep on top of our work, track business and easily contact employees, even if we’re on a mountain side in a snowstorm. Let’s explore the top 10 applications which help to keep us on top of our work load and track business when we’re away from our desk.
1. Pages
Even when you’re not at you’re desk, Pages makes it easy to keep on top of your work load. This portable word processor has been specially designed for the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch. The clever application allows you to create spread sheets, annotate PDFs and create word documents, as well as letting you access important files on your corporate network. If you have an iPhone 4s, you don’t even need to type, thanks to the dictation software. Pages costs just £6.99 and is available from the iTunes store. Viisit http://tinyurl.com/43dg2rd
2.WebEx for iPad
This handy iPad application keeps you connected with your business even when you are away from your desk, by allowing you to access documents on your work PC or Mac. You can even keep a track of your colleagues by setting up online meetings via VoIP. WebEx is a free application which is available for download from the iTunes store. Visit http://tinyurl.com/7sj9lm6
3. Popplet
Do you ever have moments when you think of a brilliant idea but there is no one to pitch it to because you are not in the office? Popplet is a platform for all your inventive and creative ideas, no matter where you are. The app lets you to fill various sized boxes with text, sketches, notes and photos, in any order you desire. This makes it easier to remember the next day, allowing you to pitch your idea without forgetting anything. Popplet costs £2.99 and can be downloaded from the iTunes store at http://tinyurl.com/72v3f7f
4. E*TRADE Mobile Pro
If you run a trading business, this app keeps you on top of the ever-changing figures in the market. Its integrated live stream informs you of real-time stock updates, news and quotes. You can watch the prices rise and fall, as well as keeping an eye on your online watch-lists. It is free to download from http://tinyurl.com/7aozpp3
5. Employee Tracker
What better way to keep on top of all your employees when you are out of the office, than to connect to your very own employee behaviour database. This application stores information about your team, such as days they were late to work, to how they have been using the internet. Simply add their name to your employee list and add their behaviour habits when necessary. You can also add positive comments about your team, such as the date they were awarded employee of the month, or if they stayed extra hours. It costs just £3.99 to download and is available from the iTunes store. Visit http://tinyurl.com/7ckaudk
6.Linkedin
Linkedin, the virtual business card site, is pretty much the networking site for businesses. This app is perfect for when you are out and about and need to contact one of your clients. It allows you to keep in touch with people you have met through business meetings or conferences, by letting you send them messages and keep track of who’s doing what. So rather than letting your wallet become full of old business cards, why not find them on Linkedin and save their details online. Your contacts can also be transferred to your iPhone’s contacts list, so even when you are away from your desk, you can contact them easily. Linkedin is a free application which is available from the iTunes store. Visit http://tinyurl.com/7bgnldl
7. Roambi Analytics App
This app is essential for small businesses. Google Analytics is the eyes and ears of any online business worth its salt. You don’t have to be at your desk to check the stats, simply open the app and have a look any time. Becoming a true Analytics Maven might take rather longer however. It if free to download from http://tinyurl.com/7bu764f
8. Order Manager
This online application handles your orders and records. So even when you are not in the office and you need to check an order or a price, this app simply brings up your inventory history in an organised database. It costs £0,69 and available to download from the iTunes shop at http://tinyurl.com/7b555gv
9. BeenVerified
If you are advertising vacancies, or you are interested in a supplier or a business partner, it is important to know as much as you can about them before recruiting them. This application allows you to conduct a background check in a matter of seconds from the iPhone. You no longer have to sit at your desk for hours, researching for a person or a company because this app collects information from public records and displays it for you instantly. It is free to download from http://tinyurl.com/7l2md78
10. Shoeboxed Receipt Tracker and Reader
Whether you want to claim expenses or warranties, this useful application stores your receipts on an online database, available to access at any time. It is perfect for when you are on the go; simply take a photo of the receipt and let the app extract the data, organise and store it on an online archive. This handy application is free to download and available from the iTunes store at http://tinyurl.com/72bvqcn