Maximizing Technology Investments for Small Businesses
As a small business owner, keeping up with the constantly evolving landscape of technology can be a daunting task. In this episode of the podcast, technology and productivity consulting expert Kevin Allgaier shares his insights on how small business owners can navigate this challenge.
Allgaier, the founder of a consulting company that helps clients maximize the potential of their technology investments, offers valuable advice on how to choose the right tech solutions for your business and find the right balance in investing in technology. He suggests finding good technology podcasts and staying aware of what’s new in the industry, as well as considering the needs and opinions of your employees when it comes to technology. Allgaier also emphasizes the importance of ensuring that technology grows with your business and supports its needs.
In addition to discussing the challenges of staying current with technology, Allgaier and Flodstrom also delve into the principles of lean thinking and how it has influenced the technology choices made in Allgaier’s business. They also share their love for Apple products and the specific features that they find useful, with Allgaier mentioning the battery life, screen, and Apple Pay feature of the Apple Watch and the functionality of the MacBook Pro for video and audio editing. Allgaier ultimately selects the MacBook Pro as his favorite Apple product.
Allgaier also shares a success story about a dental client who used video to connect with doctors who referred patients to his practice. This simple strategy helped the client’s business grow and strengthened their relationships with referring doctors. Allgaier emphasizes the importance of finding the right technology and people to help with research and learning about new developments in the field. He recommends using lean principles and specific, targeted technology to streamline business processes and avoid wasteful activity.
If you’re a small business owner looking to stay up to date with technology and improve your business processes, be sure to follow Kevin Allgaier on Instagram at @kevinallgaier and check out his website at www.allgaierconsulting.com.
