When starting a business, growth is a likely possibility and something to be taken into consideration. To help with this growth, more businesses are taking to apps. These apps are allowing small businesses with budget restrictions the same technological resources as the big boys for a fraction of the cost. So what are some of these apps and how are they helping?
Here are 5 that can quickly ramp up your processes for a low monthly fee.
- Fuze is a video conferencing app, which allows you to host online video meetings on all devices and operating systems. Fuze is easy to set up and offers high-definition video and audio. Fuze offers free meetings of up to 25 participants, and a Pro version for $15 a month for up to 125 participants.
- Expensify allows you to link your credit cards to the app so charges are automatically placed onto an expense report. This is ideal for any employee or business owner who is constantly on the go. It even allows you to take pictures of your receipts and will automatically extract the relevant information for your report. The app ranges from $5 to $9 a month per active account.
- Gusto streamlines the entire payroll, taxes and benefits process for employers online. It will even automatically report new hires to the government. The app charges a flat rate of $29 per month and $6 per employee.
- Square is transforming the way businesses transact. With only a mobile phone or tablet, you can easily accept any credit card payment from any location. There are no monthly charges, the service only takes 2.75% per transaction.
- For project management, businesses are moving to Asana. The app allows you to coordinate and talk with fellow team members on the various projects you are collaborating on. It’s also fantastic for anyone who is a fan of task checklists. The app is free for up to 15 users, with premium options available.
Running a small business can be an absolute handful. Make life easier and utilize the aid of apps and technological devices to help you.