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Why Technology In the Trades Industry Matters

At iTrade we know that our platform is the ultimate choice for tradespeople.

We have seen the trades industry recently undergo a significant transformation due to the effects of technology, and we designed our platform to cater to this new reality.


Team using technology in the trades industry


While many tradespeople may be hesitant to embrace new technologies, there are remarkable benefits to using such technology in your industry. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using technology in the trades industry and how it can increase your team's efficiency and profitability while enhancing customer satisfaction for your business.


iTrade Helps You Increase Your Efficiency

Using technology in the trades industry can significantly increase efficiency. By automating processes such as quoting and invoicing, you can save time and reduce the risk of errors.

For example, iTrade's automated quoting and invoicing system can generate professional-looking quotes and invoices in seconds, reducing the time you would have spent on manual data entry and paperwork.

In addition to tracking time and expenses for you and your team in real time, iTrade's mobile app lets you bill accurately for your time and materials.


iTrade Helps You to Increase Profitability

Using this type of technology in your industry can also increase your profitability. By streamlining your business processes, you can take on more work and grow your revenue. For example, iTrade's payment processing system can automatically process payments, reducing the risk of late or missed payments.

With our seamless integration with Xero, you can say goodbye to the hassle of manually creating invoices. Instead, our system automatically drafts invoices for your closed jobs in Xero, allowing you to check and send them quickly with just a few clicks. But that's not all - we also offer other convenient options to suit your needs. For example, you can import/export your invoices in CSV format to any compatible accounting system. Alternatively, let iTrade create and track your invoices for you, so you can focus on what you do best. With iTrade, invoicing has never been so effortless and stress-free.

And better yet, you can also use iTrade's expense tracking system to monitor your expenses in real time, identifying areas where you can reduce costs and increase your profitability.


iTrade Gives Enhanced Customer Satisfaction

Using technology in the trades industry can also enhance your customers' satisfaction.

By providing professional-looking quotes and invoices and real-time updates on the progress of your work, you can give much better service to your customers.

For example, iTrade's mobile app allows you to provide real-time updates on the progress of your and your team's work. Thus giving customers peace of mind and reducing the need for them to follow up.

Another bonus is that you can also use iTrade's customer database to store customer information and preferences, allowing you to provide a more personalised service.


iTrade Assists With Improved Safety

Using technology in the trades industry can also improve safety. For example, you can use the mobile app to access safety information and protocols while on the job site, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.

For instance, iTrade's mobile app provides you with access to safety information and protocols. Allowing you to ensure that you and your team use materials and tools safely and correctly.

Additionally, you can also use technology such as GPS tracking. Aside from knowing where your team is at all times, it will help you to locate and navigate job sites safely and efficiently.

Therefore reducing the risk of having any accidents while out on the road.

Wrapping It Up

As you can see, using technology in the trades industry can provide significant benefits, including increased efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction. And it helps increase safety too.

By embracing these new technologies. Such as iTrade. You can stay ahead of the competition and build a successful business in a rapidly changing industry. Talk to us now at iTrade about how we can help you.



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