Why you need these 5 Software Tools for Remote Work
Working remotely can be an arduous at times especially if you are buried in work. This is a situation which many remote workers have to face. If you are doing everything manually then you will be only making things more difficult. Technology is here to help us and in the digital age of today, there are smart solutions for just about anything. The same goes for working remotely and there are a lot of software tools which can make your job a lot easier. No matter what is your skillset or what you are engaged in there are many software tools readily available for helping you out. But that being said there are some software tools which can be beneficial for every remote worker. Today we are going to discuss 5 software tools which are a must-have if you are a Filipino remote worker.
1. Trello
If you face difficulty with project management then you should consider using Trello. It is very simple and easy to use. It can be implemented for just about for anything. And if you like budget options then you would love Trello because it is completely free.
Trello is used for task management and it is very useful in this regard. It gives you a visual overview of what project is being worked on and which person is working on it. Trello is based on the Kanban system, which is the very same system deployed by Toyota for increasing their production level and maintaining them at a high and flexible rate. It contains a centralized dashboard where each task or subtask for a project is represented in an elegant way.
Trello constitutes a system of lists, cards, and boards. This system is very efficient and allows various teams and individuals to collaborate with each other, separately contribute to the project, and keep track of the progress. This allows people to effectively concentrate their efforts where they are most needed.
Like we said earlier, Trello is free to use!
2. Simple Invoices
Many Filipino remote workers are often outsourced by various companies simultaneously. This means that you would be working at many projects at the same time. This will make keeping track of finances a difficult job. Especially if you manually develop your invoices for each client. Like the name suggests Simple Invoices is very simple to use. All you need to do is to enter relevant details and it will generate the required invoice. You can send it to your client and it will help them keeping track of the transactions as well. The best feature of Simple Invoices is that it can be integrated with your project. This works by Simple Invoices saving your project details and the credit card details of your client in a secure manner. When you finish the project your payment will be automatically released. You can even choose to automate the billings if you work with a client on a regular basis.
Simple Invoices has a monthly and a yearly payment plan. But if you are not sure then you can try out their 14-day free trial.
3. Google Docs
If you are a Filipino remote worker then you will be writing a lot of project details and recording relevant project data. The problem with this is that if you use conventional software then you will be making a lot of files on a daily basis. Storing and keeping those files secure can prove to be a challenge and it can be time-consuming. The best solution to this is to use Google Docs. Google Docs allows you to make documents online and work on them online as well. It also allows you to share online documents with your clients or team members by giving them access. Google docs also allows different people to work on the same document at the same time. This can make your job very easy, especially if you are working in a large team where the compilation of documents is always an issue.
The best part about using Google Docs is that it is completely free. And there is no need to go through a lengthy signup process. All you need is a Gmail account and you are good to go.
4. Chrometa
Many Filipino remote workers charge hourly for their services. This means that they bill their hours and they have to keep track of time while working on their projects. Also, they need to prove to their clients that they really spent the claimed amount of time on working on the specified project. This can add to your workload and if you do this manually then it is going to get frustrating at times. That is why we recommend using Chrometa. It is a timekeeping software tool which records time as you work on your project. Since it is integrated with your workspace hence it will efficiently record the time spent on any project. Plus you won’t have to struggle with convincing your client that you really worked on the project for the claimed amount of time. Because Chrometa provides tangible proof for your billable hours in the form of a report.
Chrometa has various payments plan but if you want to get an idea of things before making any commitments then you can use their free trial.
5. Dropbox
If you are working fulltime as a Filipino remote worker then you will be creating multiple files on a daily basis. Keeping them safe for future references and sharing them with your clients can be a problem. Storing all these files on your computer may cause lack of storage due to the limited capacity of your hard drives. The best solution for this is to use Dropbox. It keeps all your files safe by moving them on the cloud. You can access them anytime and share with your clients when necessary.
Dropbox is free to use and the signup process is very easy.
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