4 Great Ways That New Technology Can Boost Your Business

September 30, 2015

Nowadays, It’s almost impossible to find a company that doesn’t utilise modern technology in one form or another. Sadly, though, it’s equally rare to find a business that is making the most of these glorious facilities.
With technology on your side, even a small business can gain big results. Here’s how these resources can be used to unlock the next stage of your business venture.
Corporate Videos
As the digital age grows, new media plays an increasingly important role in the world of modern business. In today’s climate, corporate videos can be a key asset to any company.
Many people find this type of media easier to digest, and it can be a great way to spice up your company website. Moreover, they can be used to aid presentations or exhibition events, making it far easier to win over potential clients.
With professional video production, you should have no problem getting a product that reflects the ethos of the company. More importantly, it will be achieved in a way that resonates with the target audience. Embrace it now, and you should notice huge improvements to the way people interact with the brand.
Social Media Marketing
New technology isn’t only a great way to impress people that are already aware of the company. The internet has created ample opportunities for businesses to recruit new customers too.
Social media marketing has been a growing a trend for some years now. Success in this arena can spread the message of your brand to a global audience of millions. Better still, it’s often cheaper than traditional forms of marketing.
Lower costs and better results? That has to sound appealing to everyone.
 
Video Conference
Modern technology has transformed the way we communicate with customers. But it has also changed the way we interact with colleagues and our workloads. And it’s not just about sending a few emails either.
The key to running a successful business is squeezing as much into your working day as possible. Unfortunately, travel can quickly eat into those hours. In today’s world, though, Skype and other video call facilities reduce our need to do this.
If you can carry out a meeting without the need to travel, you’ll instantly save a few extra hours while also cutting out the travel costs too. This can allow you to achieve far more, and can make a huge difference to the success of your company.
Monitor Finances
The success of your business is ultimately measured by profit and profit alone. Your yearly accounts provide an indication of where you stand. However, monitoring your situation is something that should be conducted all year.
Modern technology makes this possible even without the need for a big accounting department. There are a number of services that provide real-time monitoring of revenue and expenses. Meanwhile, others can allow you to handle employee payments quickly and efficiently too.
Combine this with your normal online banking Apps, and you should never be left wondering where you stand again. And once you know where the company is at, you can make more calculated plans about driving it forward.

Mark Asquith

That British podcast guy, Mark is co-founder of Captivate.fm, the world's only growth-oriented podcast host. A Harvard, TEDx, Podcast Movement and Podfest speaker (amongst many more!), he's a wildly approachable Brit and Star Wars/DC Comics geek.

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