Starting a small business is tough, but trying to decide what types of technology to use for that business can seem downright impossible.
The recently released Brother Small Business Survey, which details the myriad of issues entrepreneurs face when trying to decide on new technologies for small businesses, paints a picture of discouragement among people starting a business.
According to the report, 63 percent of small business owners felt that the available number of technology options for their operations were overwhelming. Additionally, respondents were split down the middle in regard to which is the most risky practice – allowing competitors to get a leg up while waiting for the technology for small businesses to mature, or compromising ROI by integrating new technology quickly.
Things to remember when choosing new technology
When choosing which technologies to adopt and which to avoid, it's important to consider the security and evolving capabilities of the product. Cybersecurity is a constant concern, especially for small businesses, and any new devices for the company should come with lots of protection against attacks. It is likewise important to integrate new services that will continue to evolve with the company, such as cloud-based devices. As a company grows, the technology needs to be scalable to meet the specific needs of the business.
One system to consider that meets all of these requirements is a fax-over-IP device. It allows companies to send faxes directly in an email or to a cloud-enabled printer, and since it's over the Internet, it doesn't require a costly dedicated phone line. It is also secure, with information being stored in the cloud for added protection.
Companies like FaxCore provide fax-over-IP devices and services and can enable your company to work more efficiently and save money. An office can either keep its existing fax machine and enable it to send faxes via FoIP or purchase a new FoIP-capable system.
Enhance enterprise communication, collaboration and compliance efforts with a proven FoIP solution from FaxCore. Contact FaxCore today to learn more about their 'Partly-Cloudy' fax solutions.
