Title: 
Electronic Business Cards: What are they?

Word Count:
413

Summary:
Electronic business cards are calling cards minus the paper, graphics and text. These cards are files that contain information in multimedia format.


Keywords:
business, cards, printing, electronic


Article Body:
We can really no longer escape the wonders of modern technology. Every where you look and everything you do the virtual market has plagued our lives. This technology has indeed proven to be helpful and beneficial to all. Businesses have also benefited from this technology. What used to be costly and lengthy business transactions can now be done in just a few hours or even minutes. Even business cards can now be done electronically. But what are these so called electronic business cards? 

Basically, electronic business cards are calling cards minus the paper, graphics and text. These cards are files that contain information in multimedia format. The information is usually in the form of URLs, logos, images, and text among others. There are several advantages of electronic business cards. Firstly, they can save time and effort from not having to design and print the cards. Aside from saving time and effort, they also allow automatic exchange of information provided that both parties are running on devices that can communicate with each other. Additionally, electronic cards are considerably small so they can be easily attached to emails and they can be easily added to an address book or to a contact manager. 

For example you need to attract more customers to avail of your products or service. Since most people today are virtually connected, sending them electronic business cards can be a good way to invite them to try your products. They are a cost effective way of marketing your business. Once you have attached your business card in your email program every email that you send will contain these cards adding to a more professional and attractive look. Of course, you have to make sure that your electronic business card has been designed to enhance the image of your comply. Remember that people respond to a professional image because this gives them a sense of security that they can trust the company to provide them good service. 

Whatever your business is, using electronic business cards aside from the standard cards can be very useful. Nonetheless, the real success of a business comes from the people who are putting their services and talents at work. The electronic part is just motion not skill. Hence, creating electronic cards is just a cog in the business. Just the same, make sure that every email and business card that you send help promote your image as a professional that can be trusted in providing products and services.