5 Tools for Every SMB
If you own a small to medium-sized business, take a gander at the five following tools that are guaranteed to make work (and life in general) a little easier and much more organized.
VoIP
The telecommunications system that transmits phone calls over the internet is becoming popular among SMBs since it provides an efficient solution at the fraction of the cost of traditional telephone land lines - most VoIP providers charge a flat-monthly fee for calls including long-distance. In addition, there are a handful of different ways to become VoIP compatible and in many cases you can use your existing equipment. Try Avaya IP Office which launched a new version targeted toward the SMB space.
Project Management Solution
There are a variety of affordable project management solutions that can help small business owners manage internal projects, employee hours, share files, and track hours. Most offer a monthly fee that varies depending on what features you want and how much storage you need.
Web-Based Accounting
A web-based accounting app can simplify the tedious task of invoicing and expense tracking. While most won’t offer full-scale accounting, they can help you keep track of invoices, expenses, estimates, contacts, and other financial records.
SmartPhone
If you don’t already have, it’s time to get one! A smartphone is often the most used tool in any small business since it can keep you in constant contact at all times (admittedly a double-edged sword at times) but you’ll be able to quickly respond to emails, chat with employees and independent contractors, access your calendar, and much more.
Computer Security
Protection against viruses and spyware should be at the top of your priority list to keep your computers and entire network secure. Look into McAfee ProtectionPilot which is another tool aimed at small to medium-sized businesses.
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