Technology is in every place of work no matter what the type of business. From laptops to networks, smartphone and tablets, the internet and 4G, the way we work has changed dramatically in recent years. Let’s have a look at the four key ways that technology has changed our work.
Going Global
Even smaller companies can now access the global market. The internet means that you can reach any customer anywhere and at any time. You can work anywhere too. With your smartphone, laptop or tablet you effectively have your workplace in your pocket.
The Cloud
Being able to work anywhere at any time means that we can respond very quickly to clients. To do this we need to be able to access all our files and data. The cloud allows us to do this. With remote access to all the company information, we can not only work at home, in the park or while in another country, but we have safe storage of our output. The cloud is wonderful for backing up our work. Having fewer paper files means that our offices and places of work have become decluttered, making for a more productive working environment.
The Need for Security
All this working online and away from desks is great, but as a business you still need to be careful. Fraudsters are always trying to get into business networks, and poor IT security could put businesses in jeopardy. If you live in Cheltenham IT support and security services are widely available. Companies like reformit.co.uk can work with your company to make sure that you have all the available support and security in place.
No More 9 to 5
The technology that allows us to reach anyone and work anywhere means that the notion of the traditional 9-to-5 working day has been shattered. With more people using their technology to work while commuting and catching up with emails on the weekends, the time we spend actually working in our day to day lives is a world away from twenty years ago.
Technology has changed our work and our lives. As technology continues to develop and grow, we can’t wait to see where it will be in another twenty years. A holographic boss, perhaps?