Wednesday, August 16, 2017

APPS SPECIAL ...7 productivity apps that can make work and life easier

7 productivity apps that can make work and life easier


The days of relying on a PC for work are over -you can now do most of your assignments from apps on your mobile devices
When you are running about in meetings all day, have hundreds of emails to read, and must meet tight deadlines, the attraction of productivity apps is undeniable.And if you download the right apps to fit your business needs, then you can improve the way you work and live. Here are some of the popular business productivity apps:

Trello


Trello is a good app worth checking out if you have a busy life with your work or business commitments. Aimed at helping you to get things done and stay organised, the app lets you create boards for all the projects you are working on. You can work on these individually or add colleagues so they're kept up-to-date with the tasks they are undertaking.
Platforms: Android and iOS Price: Free


Slack


Slack offers realtime messaging, and you can share files in one-to-one and group conversations. The app is known for its powerful search and archiving functionalities, so you will always be able to find past files and conversations easily. There are also integrations with apps and services like Dropbox, Google Drive, Twitter, Zendesk and more.
Platforms: Android and iOS Price: Free


Peakon


Peakon is a web platform with an iOS app to maximise productivity within companies. It provides automated employee feedback and measures engagement to help firms create happier, more sustainable working environments.


Platforms: iOS Price: From $3.50 per user per month


Pen and Paper


A simple pen and paper is always a great way to stay productive, and this aptly named app digitises the process. With Pen and Paper you can create handwritten notes and documents on your smartphone or tablet. You draw with your finger or a stylus, and can doodle away if you wish, add text boxes or create diagrams.
Platforms: Android and iOS Price: $2.99


DropTask


Things can get hectic while working on projects with a large team.  Allocating tasks ends up taking forever, and soon everyone's confused. The solution: DropTask. It offers a colourful interface that delivers an enjoyable but effective task management experience. It has a customisable workf low board, where team members can check what they're expected to do.
Platforms: Android and iOS Price: Free


RescueTime


As they say, time is money, and you c a n easi ly waste both by spending most of the day staring at social media feeds. RescueTime aims to get you to change your ways and avoid bad working habits. It analyses the apps and websites you view the most, and breaks them down into a list so that you know where your time is going.
Platforms: Android and iOS Price: Free


PhotoMath


Unless you are a maths whiz, understanding and working out the complex equations or sums can be an unpleasant experience. PhotoMath is a life-saver, letting you solve problems and produce answers just by taking a photo ­ it does all the hard work for you, and even shows its working step-by-step.
Platforms:Android and iOS Price: Free

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