New Year, New Business: The Technology Driving Your New Venture
The new year is about to arrive, and with it, 2021 will bring new opportunities for individuals and businesses to enjoy. In a world where more and more people are choosing to work remotely or in contracting roles, setting up your own home office or remote setup has never been more feasible.
If you are planning to go it alone, one of your first considerations should be the technology fuelling your new business's success. From systems to your network to the hardware powering conversations with your clients, your success depends on choosing the right configuration for your business.
If you are planning to go it alone, one of your first considerations should be the technology fuelling your new business's success. From systems to your network to the hardware powering conversations with your clients, your success depends on choosing the right configuration for your business.
Choosing the Right Hardware for Your Business: What Do You Need?
Every business has unique needs when choosing the right setup; if you're an independent web developer, your needs will differ significantly from those of an accountant or tradesperson, for example. Here are a few factors to bear in mind as you make purchases for your new business. How powerful does the hardware need to be? Freelancers working in video and graphical applications, for example, will need high-performance processors and graphics to reduce rendering times and speed up workflows. A new business in accounting or data-focused work will likely not require the same level of graphical output. Consider your needs when it comes to high-performance computing. An ASUS Chromebook is the ideal solution for workflows that don't need the power of discrete graphics and more demanding systems. Need a system that delivers excellent performance in every task? Browse ASUS' range of powerful ZenBook, VivoBook, and StudioBook laptop devices. Alternatively, choose one of our high-performance ASUS-powered workstations available from one of our retail partners such as Scan or 3XS. Will I need to store data? If so, how much data? If your business involves storing data, whether that's project assets or customer data and invoices, you need to consider how much storage you'll need. Does it make sense for you to opt for a cloud storage solution? Or will your business need to own security over sensitive client information? Adding additional storage to an existing device may be sufficient for light usage, but for something more, one of ASUS' server products offers unparalleled performance, efficiency, and data security. Will I be speaking to clients on calls regularly? Are video calls a possibility? If you're not going to be meeting clientele in person, will you be speaking via platforms like Slack and Microsoft Teams instead? Will they want to video call? If so, you need to consider the quality of both your microphone and camera. If quality calls and video conferences are likely to be a mainstay of your new business, start on the right foot. The ASUS AI Noise-Cancelling Mic Adapter enables flawless noise-free communication with any existing microphone you own, while the ROG Strix Go headset offers built-in AI noise-cancelling for individuals looking for an all-in-one-solution. Planning to bring in multiple parties to your meetings? Consider the ASUS Meet Hangouts Hardware Kit – the perfect solution for meetings that go beyond 1-to-1s. Will my workflow involve multiple windows and applications? Multiple applications and an intensive workflow can be easier when spread across multiple displays. Avoid constantly switching between windows by adding secondary displays to your setup. ASUS offers a range of displays for all types of scenarios – from portable USB-powered displays to ultra-wide 4K panels perfect for high-end graphic design projects. Discover the ASUS ProArt display range, the ideal displays for creators. Does my network need to be fast? If data transfers aren't a major factor when it comes to your business, you might want to forgo improvements on your business network to invest elsewhere. Freelancers and businesses intending to send and receive multiple terabytes of graphic assets, videos, PDFs, and so on will need to ensure their remote work network can support their work adequately. Don't suffer poor connectivity in your new business. Pick from one of ASUS' range of high-quality routers, offering excellent coverage with mesh networks, along with network security, and more. Solve internet issues when working from home with ASUS network solutions Where do I plan to work? If your work will be completed from one location, a desktop PC makes sense. However, if you're planning to work from multiple locations or are visiting client offices for presentations and such, a mobile device makes sense. Whether you're putting together spreadsheets with Google Sheets or rendering videos on the go, ASUS offers all types of mobile devices from Chromebooks to the ASUS StudioBook range, which offer NVIDIA® Quadro GPUs and Intel® Xeon CPUs, for incredible performance wherever you intend to work. We wish you all the best in your new business venture. If you want to plan for success, speak to us about your unique needs, and we'll work to help set you up for success: Contact ASUS Business
