It is projected that by 2015, 1 billion smart phones will be sold, twice as many as the number of personal computers, according to data provided by the University of Alabama at Birmingham’s Online Masters in Management Information Systems. At the moment, the average mobile app user spends more than 30 hours a month on over two dozen apps. The mobile industry is showing no signs of slowing down. Of these, 46% of app users paid for…
Read MoreMobile apps are definitely here to stay. Experts advise, however, that getting too comfortable with a mobile strategy and not adapting in the ever changing app market is a recipe for disaster. Below are a few predictions we have for 2015 at Bizness Apps: 1. Mobile Apps Will Become More Targeted. Mobile apps used to be multipurpose, but as time goes on, experts predict that apps will become more targeted towards specific needs and…
Read MoreFor many, networking is a chore that yields few rewards. But with a few basic tips, you can network more, and network more effectively. In this post is the backbone of an approach that can frequently lead to connections that matter. Keep these tips in mind, and your networking efforts should get a nice boost. Effective networking is also a great way to help you meet small businesses to win their trust and their business. #1. Look for…
Read MoreAs any small business owner knows, the failure rate for small businesses is staggeringly high. Restaurants, in fact, are famous for almost always failing within a few years. The difficulties are well known – limited resources, failure to earn repeat business, lack of reliable staff, lack of access to credit, etc. But small businesses also have several advantages over larger enterprises that they can use to get their foot in the door…
Read MoreWell, the World Series is over, but this app is too good to forget just yet. What World Series, you ask? The Dixie Youth World Series, of course! It took place a few weeks ago, and now that the winners from each age group have been crowned (congrats to Hattiesburg, Shelby National, and West Georgia), we wanted to shine a spotlight on the app that made everyone’s experience a little bit more convenient. Visitors to the event, held in…
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Forrester has released its latest forecasts regarding IT spending in 2013, and many interesting trends have been noted. Leading them all, however, is the fact that the majority of all IT spending this year will go into apps! In total, about $2 trillion will be invested into software, hardware, and IT services by enterprises and governments. At $234 billion, however, apps will be the largest piece of the pie (other large pieces are…
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