Wednesday, 14 September 2011

How Organisations are Now Using Tablets

By Ben Jarvis


Smart phones have just helped businessmen stay connected while they are on the go. With the uprising of tablets, this trend has advanced one level higher, and the monitor size has gotten bigger, but the portability remains.

SDLC

Tablets are not just standing symbols or shopper toys, but business tools that add value to any organization. The advanced technology trend hasn't negatively affected the SDLC that's highly loved among techies.

Some features which make the tablets favored are:

Intensive battery lifespan

Portability

Touch interface and straightforward applications

B2C applications that are made easier

High replacement, damage, and loss rates

Goal setting

It is very important to set goals when it comes to tablet deployment. Without setting goals, it is hard to judge the correct software and hardware combinations. This goal setting process should involve management, IT, and the probable users of the hardware.

But what should ideally be the goal? To serve a mobile user base? This is a vital thing that setups are doing presently. They're setting goals regarding their tablet use.

Operating system

Deciding the right operating software is urgent also. The selection of the right operating software is not as easy to make as on a PC or a Mac. The major operating systems for tablets are iOs, Android, WebOS, Windows 7, and Rim OS. While there are more operating systems too , these are the major ones. Another vital point is USB protection and if the OS provides it.

Size

Tablets come in several sizes, and it's principally a matter of personal preference. Generally, 7 inch tablets are the best for content consumption instead of content production. Since viewing documents, reading emails, skimming the internet etc are simpler on a 7 in. screen, this size is more popular in tablets. Besides, tablets do not have their own keyboards, but depend on virtual keyboard, so screen width becomes a very important consideration.

Support

The last important point that organisations bear in mind while using tablets is support and training for the usage of the tablet. With the right sort of support and coaching, the employees can use the tablet effectively in no time.




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