Have you heard about the new assistive tech device, Alexa?
A recent technological development from Amazon has consumers beyond satisfied. Going beyond performing the basic functions and features, the Echo tools featuring Alexa have made working in the office a completely new experience.
Businesses that adopt Alexa tend to be fast paced and busy. Alexa is the name given to the Echo tools designed by Amazon, similar to Siri designed by Apple. Alexa makes work easy by setting alarms, streaming music, weather updates, and acting as an all around assistant.
Busy professionals can use Alexa to extend beyond these basic functions by organizing tasks, setting task reminders/timers, and using her as a virtual planner. Gone are the paper planners and the palm pilots. Now Alexa does all the planning for you, right down to the details.
Alexa can alert you when you’re low on office supplies and order more. Virtual shopping lists can make it easy, as Alexa features automatic reordering and storing of previous lists.
3rd party apps can be linked to Alexa through settings. You can link apps like Todoist and Any.do that further help you stay organized and create more lists/alerts.
Sync your calendar so you can ask Alexa when your next meeting is, and have her remind you to prepare those briefings you always forget about. Create work timers, so you can stay working on projects for exactly the time in which you choose. You can say “Alexa, create a work timer for 60 minutes.” Afterwards, she can then present to you a work log, telling you each project you worked on and the status of each project.
There’s no doubt that Alexa is a compatible office companion. The innovative Echo technology makes it easier for you to get work done, and can keep you more organized than before. If you’re looking for a little something to add to your everyday experience in the office, consider how Alexa could make your work more effective and efficient.
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