The field of communication is advancing all the time. This affects businesses a great deal, as communication is a crucial part of success. Therefore, a business needs to keep up with the ever-changing times and ensure they use the most current and effective form of business communications.
Here we look at trends that can improve your business communications.
Video Communication
This is perhaps the most popular advance in communications technology, particularly in recent times. The pandemic has forced many of us to work remotely, and video conference has become part of the day-to-day for most of us. Schools, gyms, and entertainers have all moved towards these platforms in the last year.
Video conferencing has been available for years, but now is its time to shine. Platforms such as Zoom and Microsoft teams enable you to communicate and work with people across the globe quickly and easily. Virtual meetings, conferences, and even interviews are fast becoming part of all businesses.
Social Intranet
Social intranet software is increasingly popular, with intranet software featuring social aspects akin to the leading social media platforms. This will help to strengthen internal business communications and enable colleagues to share and develop ideas and information.
Mobile Devices
Smartphones, ipads, tablets and laptops have replaced basic phones, pagers, and notepads. You can send information at the press of a button and communicate clearly and quickly at any time. Many employees can work away from the desk without missing information, thanks to mobile devices.
Mobile devices strengthen internal communications, as well as business to business and customer communications.
The Cloud
Cloud apps and services can be used on smart devices and computers. They are a very convenient method of working on projects with others and accessing records and files remotely. Cloud services offer convenience and flexibility and are a popular choice for business communication apps are also accessible on mobile devices — making it highly convenient when collaborating on projects and communicating with your team. With real-time editing capabilities and other advanced sharing options, many businesses opt for cloud intranet software because of its flexibility.
To conclude, technology will continue to change and grow at a rapid rate. Businesses will need to move with the technology to ensure they are getting the best communications solutions. In doing so, business productivity will improve, and communications will strengthen.
For information on how Interact Technology can help to keep your business communications current, contact us on 0345 8733110.
