What’s the Password

Let’s face it passwords are unavoidable, but to keep hackers at bay you need different one for every website (right?). So, how do you remember all those passwords? Well, you could write them down and keep them in your desk drawer, but that isn‘t really safe, or practical, especially if you are on the road a lot.

Instead of a written list, try using a device like the Arkami ID Key. This device, which resembles a key fob, is actually a USB stick that connects to a cloud-based password management program.

The ID Key comes with fingerprint-activation. If someone else attempts to access it multiple times, it will automatically delete the contents from the drive.

Its search program works with voice recognition and your password is displayed on the built in screen. The device includes 16GB of memory so you can use it to store other files.

Mobile Devices

Computers can’t live without them, but thankfully, you can take them with you. Whatever your preference Android or Apple they make running a small business on the go possible.

Many small business owners opt for an iPad or ultra book, while others swear by the Samsung Galaxy Note.

Charge it

Of course, your mobile device is of no use to you if the battery is dead. In a small office, outlets might be in short supply, so consider getting a MultiDock by Griffin Technology. It is a charging station that holds up to 10 devices, including tablets, simultaneously.

Do you have WiFi?

You will, if you have a mobile WiFi device, also known as a “hotspot“. These small devices are mobile wireless routers that let you access the internet from anywhere.

Cash or Credit

Cash is great, except most people don’t carry it anymore. Mobile payment devices ensure that you can collect payment anytime, anywhere.

The Square credit card reader lets business owners accept credit card payments via iPhone, Android or iPad just plug the reader into the device and you are ready to go.

Need more features? Try the PaySaber Point of Sale device, just dock your phone in the PaySaber POS and you can scan barcodes, print thermal receipts and accept credit cards.

Scanning, Printing

NeatCloud is a wireless device that scans documents without using a computer. Designed to accept varying sizes, it scans everything from store receipts to letters. It is compatible with cloud services like Dropbox and Evernote.

Neat Connect

Ever need to print something when you are away from your office? If so, consider getting Epson's Connect mobile-printing platform. It works with Epson’s networked and wireless printers.

Use the mobile app, which supports Apple AirPrinting and Google Cloud print, to print items to your office computer even when you are out of the office.

Sign Here Please

Technically, DocuSign is not a gadget, but it is worth mentioning, especially if your business generates a lot of documents that require signatures. DocuSign is a cloud-based service lets you upload documents and share them securely with anyone.

Embraced by real estate agents it is also great for anyone who frequently requires signed paper work. DocuSign clients are notified via e-mail that they need to sign a document; when they log in; they are prompted to draw their signature or initials in the appropriate blanks and boxes. The service requires an annual plan