Cloud-based apps simplify everyday work. Whether on your smartphone, in the office, or working from home, you have access to important data anywhere! (Photo: © dolgachov/123RF.com)
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June 1, 2020
Working from home only becomes truly efficient with the right software. Cloud solutions are recommended so that all employees can collaborate regardless of location and have access to the same data.
Finding the right software for your business isn't always easy: different products are suitable depending on the trade, company size, and workflows . Many manufacturers offer free trial versions for this purpose. Businesses should also check whether the software can be used from home.
Business software packages that automate many functions are particularly recommended. Various modules, such as order processing, payroll, financial accounting, and tax returns, work seamlessly together. Many programs also offer quantity surveying or fields for storing custom formulas to calculate material quantities. Project management programs also provide effective support in daily work.
To support business customers in the current situation, many companies are offering free or discounted services – including for craft businesses.
Mobile provider Congstar is giving all customers a one-time bonus of 5 GB of additional data.
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Subscribers of the business software package "G Suite" can use premium features for free, such as video and telephone conferencing for up to 250 participants, live streaming with up to 100.000 participants and recording virtual meetings with storage in Google Drive.
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Business customers can use the premium version of Microsoft Teams Use free of charge until January 2021.
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Various offers from Telekom , including 10 GB of free mobile data, Microsoft Office 365 and Cisco Webex Meetings free for 90 days each, and free business computer help for three months.
Various offers, including a six-month free trial of Microsoft Office 365, free upgrade of licenses for One Net Business, and a two-month free "Social Pass" for selected Vodafone mobile plans.
The VPN provider ZenMate is offering free accounts for its "VPN Ultimate" plan for a limited time.
The tool collection " Zoho Remotely " is completely free until July 1st, 2020 and includes many apps for working from home, including an office suite, a meeting tool and cloud storage space.
Webinars, video tutorials, training sessions and daily live demos on Zoom, the online communication tool for teams and companies.
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