In today’s business market, your customers are becoming increasingly mobile.
To meet the shifting demands of customers who are social and digital natives, businesses must adapt. Data protection becomes more paramount than ever. Operations must become simplified and adaptable to the ever-evolving tech.
Businesses must accelerate their digital transformation to hone their competitive edge.
Agility is key. The flow of innovation is constant. In the age of an ever-evolving digital landscape, businesses must remain adaptable to the demands of their industry. Indeed, the death of any business is to remain as a fixed state. And the final nail in that coffin is the adage, “That’s how we’ve always done it.”
Companies who implement an expansive digital transformation by modernizing their legacy systems to a digital operating model increase their business value. Flexibility is critical. One of the most transformative ways a business can adapt is by integrating smartphone technology.
Smartphones empower modern businesses.
It empowers businesses with technical agility. Smartphones flex to the unique needs of an organization. Becoming mobile can be the differentiator for smaller companies and the competitive edge legacy companies need. From basic operations to the core aspects of your business, smartphones maximize their efficiencies.
Here’s how smartphones can empower your business.
- Communications
The core of any business is its ability to communicate. Whether you need to communicate internally or externally, your smartphone empowers your ability to do so.
In a society of increasing interconnections, companies must be able to respond to customer queries and engage immediately. From social media to forums, customers can instantly voice their opinions. Businesses must meet these demands through mobile engagement.
But mobile help desk systems are not the only channel that businesses can use to communicate through their smartphones. In recent years, marketing trends have shifted from traditional print media to digital marketing. Social media marketing advertises and markets your products and services with real-time results.
Indeed, social network apps like Facebook and Instagram offer businesses pages within their networks. This enables you to advertise to your target audience while reaching potential new customers.
- Productivity
Take a quick glance around any public space or work environment. Chances are, you’ll notice that most people are on their smartphones. But smartphones are more than just distractions. The right tools and apps will not only save you time but also make your business more productive.
From bookkeeping, to responding to emails, and to managing payments, smartphone apps can be your mobile office space.
Voice-controlled assistants on your smartphone like Alexa, Siri, and Cortana are virtual assistants that can pay huge dividends. There is no easier way to set reminders, organize meetings, and even book flights or restaurants for business meetings.
Smartphones enable you and your business to get work done efficiently. You can transform your daily commute into a mobile office. You can respond to emails and plan your day ahead even before you reach the office. Being able to respond on-the-go is a great productivity tool.
In today’s time-impoverished world, carving out as much time out of the day as you can is invaluable.
- Work on the go
Virtual offices are on the rise. Startups benefit from low overhead costs and maximize their business’s ROI by avoiding costly accommodations, low-to-no technology costs, and limiting commute time.
These benefits also transfer to your company’s employees. Having remote workers reduces commute time while increasing productivity and lower turnover rates.
But being able to work on the go extends further than having a physical space. Smartphones provide shipping solutions for online sellers. In the age of globalization, being able to sell your products and services to wherever your customers are based is invaluable.
Through your smartphone, you can track your shipments and assure your customers that their purchases will arrive in a timely fashion. And with cloud-based tech and powerful GPS tracking technology, you can ensure that your data and products are secure.
Deploying mobile solutions for your business creates greater efficiency and simplifies supply chains while cutting business costs.
Employing your smartphone as a business partner not only increases your business’s profit margins but also sharpens its competitive edge. It improves overall customer experience, empowers your business, and leaves room for innovation. Today’s market is constantly changing. Your smartphone ensures your company stays ahead of the curve.
AUTHOR BIO
Naveen Joseph is the Head of Operations – UAE for Fetchr which supports both B2B, B2C and peer2peer deliveries in the Middle East. Fetchr is a technology solution that makes shipping as delightful as shopping and helps local merchants and global brands build, launch and grow profitable e-commerce and online businesses.
