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Time equals money in the business world. Whether
you are a small business owner or an executive in a
large corporation, business productivity has a huge
impact on the bottom line. Smartphone devices are
useful tools to help manage business related tasks,
organize fles and share information. Here is a list of
completely free applications available on the Android
phone can improve business productivity.
Dropbox
File sharing is an important part of daily business
tasks. This cloud based service allows users to
instantly share documents and images that can be
accessed from anywhere. Once you set up a free
account on Dropbox.com and install the small piece
of software on your desktop computer, you can
create folders that can be shared between clients
and colleagues. Sharing is as simple as copying or
dragging and dropping the fle into a folder in your
Dropbox on your desktop. Files are instantly synced
on your mobile device and stored on the Dropbox
server in the cloud. It is also a great way to quickly
transfer fles directly from your smartphone to your
desktop computer without having to be physically
connected.
Astrid Task
Getting tasks completed in a timely fashion is key to
any business operation. Time management issues and
disorganization often mean that important tasks can
fall through the cracks or deadlines can be missed.
Astrid Task Manager is an easy-to-use to-do list that
allows you to create checklists, prioritize tasks, set up
alerts and periodic reminders. It syncs with Google
Tasks and Calendar so your information is always at
your fngertips. To-do lists can be shared among ofce
workers to distribute tasks.
Evernote
In this age of fast paced technology, we are constantly
bombarded with information. Trying to remember
everything can be a challenge. This is where Evernote
excels. This free service lets you take notes that are
saved online, capture photos and business receipts,
create to-do lists to keep track of your tasks, and
record voice reminders. Everything is searchable and
synced across all your computers and devices. Notes
can be emailed or shared with friends or colleagues
across Facebook or Twitter.
Google Docs
Google’s suite of web-based ofce applications has
become a staple in the business world as colleagues
are able to share and collaborate on documents with
ease. The Android version syncs with the web version
making all your documents mobile. You can even
scan documents with your phone’s camera that are
converted to Google Documents. This app is a must-
have for anyone who uses Google Docs on a regular
basis.
GTasks
Google Tasks is a to-do list creator that is built into
Gmail. Emails can be converted into tasks and due
dates are pushed to Google Calendar. The GTasks
Android app synchronizes your tasks to your mobile
device so you have them on the go. Your task lists
can be shared through email, instant messaging, or
Google Docs. Even better, they’re all searchable for
easy organization.
AK Notepad
This simple note taking application lets you set
reminders and share your notes through text
messaging and email. Notes can be organized by tags
or pinned to your home screen for quick reminders.
You can also export your notes to other services like
Evernote or Catch.com.
With the multitude of applications available for the
Android smartphone, it’s easy to see that the options
for business related applications are plentiful. By
pushing your productivity to the next level, the
Android smartphone has become an indispensable
tool for anyone who manages or operates a business.
Six Free Android Apps For Business Productivity
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