I am interested in utilizing instant messenger or something similar for my employees but I do not want to subscribe to AOL. Our office is divided into separate work spaces and I am looking for an effective way for employees to communicate via computer. Any suggestions?
- Tina
Instant messenger is a great way to communicate for any business. You can use it to ask quick questions while on a conference call, or even to stay in contact with partner companies. Whether you have employees located in one location or all over the world instant messenger is a great tool.
Many of the instant messaging services out there are free to use. You do need to sign-up with the provider. Here are some of the popular options:
Here is something else to think about! You can even get mobile versions of these services to stay in contact while you are out of the office. Some phones and PDA’s come pre-installed with many of the popular services mentioned above, or you can add them to your device if needed.
This is Jennifer Shaheen, The Technology Therapist, with your technology tip of the week.
