It's 2011 and it's going to be a year of technology like we have never seen. As the CEO of a business technology firm, it is my job to understand what technology is available and how it can be leveraged in a business context. As such, I spend a lot of time playing with new gadgets, following trends and reading the latest technology news. When I show people what is out there, many are seeing this technology for the first time and can’t believe it’s available. I wanted to share a typical day in my life and describe the technology available to all of us right now. Understand that this technology may not be used by you, but that more of your potential customers are using this technology every day to communicate, learn, and shop.
Every morning I start early, using my iPad before I get out of bed. I can easily check email that was sent during the night from my global partners. I also check the latest news and events in my industry. I have my technology and business magazine subscriptions in digital form on my iPad and I typically read a few articles before making my way to the office.
Once in my office, I connect with my team members who work in other states and countries using Skype, an Internet telephony software allowing voice, video, screen-sharing and chat. I am able to see my team members and discuss the day’s agenda. We review documents and presentations through screen sharing software. We also use web conferencing software to collaborate with local and remote clients. Our network is setup wirelessly and I can print documents from my computer, iPad or phone wirelessly for the rare times I actually need to print to paper. I rarely bring a pad or pen to a meeting as I can write notes through a notes app, showcase a presentation and even draw a sketch using only my finger on a touch screen. I instantly send my notes from my iPad to my director of operations before I leave the meeting – all without Wi-Fi.
As I am traveling to meetings with clients, I use my Droid X Smartphone to call clients, partners and team members using voice recognition technology. I use only my voice to send email or text. I ask the phone to find me directions to a business, and the phone will find the location, display a map and read the directions to me - all hands free.
Throughout the day I post information about business events, industry news, and eSavV activities through social media outlets – typically posted from my smart phone or iPad. All information is posted real-time.
After a busy day at work, it is time to unwind. I have a Play Station 3 hooked up to a new Samsung flat-screen which is connected to the Internet where I can stream movies instantly. I also use the pre-installed Yahoo widgets in the TV to check weather, sports, and other information real-time at my convenience.
If this typical day for me sounds like your typical day, then you are in tune with how technology is changing the way we do business and they way we live our lives. If this typical day sounds like something out of the Jetsons, then you might want to become more adept in what type of technology is available and popular, because your clients (and certainly your future clients, the younger generation) are quite adept already.
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