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Why tablets make sense in business

iPads, Tab 3, Nexus, Asus to name but a few – tablet computers have taken the world by storm but do they add any value in the business world? The answer is a definite yes!

Unlike computer systems of old, tablets have the advantage that there are thousands of programmers around the world making their living from writing apps for them. What’s more, due to the speed that technology is moving at, the apps that are being developed are only selling if they are deemed useful and solve a problem.

Also, if a company needs a very specific app that is not currently available, they can get a developer to build one at a fraction of the cost of developing bespoke software which was the only option many companies used to have. This all means that the tablet is no longer an “executive toy” but a value adding piece of equipment.

In the early days of tablets, the popular use was for either doing a “flashy” table top presentation or aiding in a full presentation – great in itself but uses have developed greatly with more forward thinking companies arming their sales teams, engineers, and customer service staff with tablets to improve their productivity, overall logistics and ultimately customer service.

There are apps available now that are very business orientated and add value to businesses irrespective of the size of the company. The range is vast and covers all kinds of business needs. One of the latest innovations is a form filling and signature capture app that allows the user to fill forms, including PDFs on the tablet, get it signed (with a forensically identifiable signature), and email it securely, dramatically improving the speed, efficiency and service on offer. It is often the simple ideas that generate the greatest improvements in business efficiency – this is just one of many that can help.

Ultimately, tablets can be a great aid to your business or remain an expensive toy – it is up to you how to use them.

Wardair offer a full range of tablets and mobile phones specifically for business use. We can help you get the very best value from your communications – just contact us on 0191 487 4041 or email info@wardair.co.uk. Alternatively, Click Here for our latest offers.

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