Efficiency, Functionality, and Reliability
Web browsers are used by all employees, each and every day, in virtually every office around the world. We use web browsers on our computers, on tablet devices, as well as mobile devices – they provide a window for accessing all kinds of content, from simple web pages to complex enterprise applications. Web browsers are so central to the operations of all businesses that they should always be updated regularly to avoid the risks of outdated web browsers.
The benefits of using an up-to-date web browser in business:
Improved efficiency. Maximizing efficiency levels is key to productivity in any business. When businesses rely on outdated web browsers, they will find that the speed at which they can perform web functions is significantly slower. Through no fault of employees, outdated web browsers can slow down work processes and reduce levels of efficiency in the workplace.
Improved functionality. The types of things that web browsers can do are changing all of the time, and using the most current web browser is a way of ensuring that your business can make the most of the internet. At one time, features such as menu transformation effects, geolocation, and drag and drop, were hard to accomplish without extensive coding. Website developers would have to use Javascript or Flash to do what can now be done with a few lines of code in either CSS3 or HTML5, which has sparked a wave of functionality that can only be seen by the latest browsers.
Improved reliability. No employee wants to be in the middle of a web based work process when their browser crashes – this is potentially a waste of many work hours. There is a far greater likelihood of this happening to businesses that use outdated browsers and so updated browsers are a more dependable choice for the workplace.
Updated browsers and SaaS software
SaaS stands for Software as a Service and is essentially a way of describing third-party hosted web based software applications. Businesses are increasingly depending on SaaS instead of the traditional approach to software, which was to purchase and install it on a computer. When software is rented and accessed via the web, having a current web browser becomes even more important, as many SaaS tools are not compatible with outdated web browsers. That web browser will be used as the gateway to performing core business functions.
Update your web browser today
If you would like to better understand the role of web browsers and SaaS software in your workplace, contact PhaseAlpha today. Our experience in web and software solutions means that we can provide you with comprehensive guidance to ensure that your technology is working for your business. Call us on 913.648.9200 or email us at info@phasealpha.com.
