Technology can make our lives easier and save us money. In this blog post, we will look at ways to reduce costs using a more digital approach.
Smartphone apps
Even though this may seem obvious for tech-savvy people it is surprising how many people think apps can do what they do. This goes beyond Facebook and Twitter. The right apps can help you find the best deals on travel, keep track of your spending and stay informed about consumer and retail sales.
Digital planners and calendars
This is a great tool for property management services. Digital planners are the future. It takes just a few mouse clicks to schedule appointments, reminds, or do everything else. There are many calendar apps that you can download, including Microsoft Outlook or Apple’s Calendar. But Google Calendar is a simple, free and easy-to use alternative. You can create events right in your e mail and it will sync with all of your devices. This can help your business be more efficient and reduce the cost of day planners.
Printers
No matter whether you manage residential or commercial properties, your office will need a printer. Be realistic about whether you really need a printer before you rush to purchase one. Genius Scan, DocuSign, and other apps allow you to scan, sign, and send important documents from your mobile device. Even losing paper is no problem. It is easy to organize your information by saving it to the Cloud.
Make sure you research the right printer for your needs before buying any printer. Printers come in many sizes. When looking at printers, be sure to look at the cost of ink cartridges as well as printers. You might find that the printer you bought for $49.99 comes with $30 replacement cartridges. It could be a waste of your money and not a smart investment. It is important to consider whether you prefer an inkjet or laser printer. If you don’t require colour images to be printed, laser printers can save you money. They are more expensive than regular inkjet cartridges but last longer.
Another thing: Make Double-sided printing is possible with your printer It is possible to save paper, save trees and save money.
Telecommuting
Slack and Skype allow remote collaboration to be made easier. Remote collaboration is possible while saving money and gas. Landline phones, especially, can be a costly expense that can easily replaced with your mobile phone. This depends on what your business needs are.
Smart Thermostats
You can save energy whether you work at home or in the office. Smart thermostats can help you save money. Smart Grid technology makes it possible to monitor electricity consumption remotely and uses computer-based software. This technology allows you to save lots of energy and use less. The technology is available to both residential and commercial customers. It allows them to identify areas where they can cut down on their energy consumption, as well as pinpointing where it’s being used when it shouldn’t.
