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You handle many projects simultaneously, every minute of your day is booked, and you feel as if you are on the road more then you are at home. You don\u2019t have time for smartphone apps that waste time, and you don\u2019t have the time to waste to search through thousands to discover the few that will save you time. Thankfully, we have found some apps for you. Here are 5 apps certain to simplify your life.<\/p>\n

Top 5 Business Apps<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. WhosHere<\/strong><\/a>: This app allows you to find freelance contractors in your area swiftly. Say you need to finish a project due tomorrow in Chicago and you are flying today. You can search for freelancers with the app and then send a free text or call to the individuals who respond to your search.<\/li>\n
  2. Locale<\/strong><\/a>: What\u2019s more embarrassing then hearing your phone blaring during the middle of a crucial business meeting? You will not have to worry about this with Locale. This service permits you to select your phone settings dependant on your most common locations. For example, you can automatically set your phone to vibrate mode whenever you enter your office or the local cafe.<\/li>\n
  3. WaveSecure<\/strong><\/a>: One of the hazards of traveling often is the probability of loosing your phone. This app allows you to lock your phone and backup the information stored on it remotely, as well as monitor its location through the SIM card. Talk about reassurance.<\/li>\n
  4. Bump<\/strong><\/a>: If you are in sales you must collect contact information quickly. With Bump all you need to do is touch two phones together to exchange information, forget about post-tradeshow data entry.<\/li>\n
  5. Scan2PDF Mobile<\/strong><\/a>: This app lets you scan reports, receipts, or other documents on the run with your smartphone\u2019s camera. Then you\u2019re able to turn them into color PDFs and email them to your computer\u2019s desktop.<\/li>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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