By Abhishek Vyas
Digital business cards, including NFC business cards, are quickly emerging as modern counterparts to traditional paper business cards. NFC cards serve as the digital equivalent of their paper counterparts. The contemporary method of storing and sharing information, coupled with seamless features, sleek technology, and attractive designs, makes digital business cards more convincing. Concerns regarding the security and complexity of digital business card data have now evolved into a consideration of why one should opt for an NFC digital business card.
Carrying paper business cards is a hassle, although this old-school habit has been admired and entertained over the years. Not only is carrying multiple copies of the same card inconvenient, but it also comes with a high-end price. Individuals in sales or business often need to print an average of 500 paper cards in a year, costing between 150 to 500 dollars for a set of high-quality cards. In contrast to paper cards, a digital business card faces no physical space limitations. A person with a digital card can store as much information as needed, requiring only one card that allows for easy deletion, editing, or updating of information as required.
Digital business cards utilise Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, enabling two-way communication at short distances. This method facilitates data transmission by bringing devices close to each other. In practice, the NFC chip embedded in the digital business card and the NFC in smartphones enables data transfer to occur when both the phone and the card are physically tapped against each other.
Why is it a game-changer technology? Explore the benefits, what sets it apart, and its efficiency compared to traditional cards.
NFC business cards offer convenience since there’s no need to carry a physical card every time you make a connection. An NFC card comes with a dedicated digital dashboard, allowing users to store or update any information they wish to share, including name, email, phone number, photos, logos, videos, social profiles, and even payment methods and details. Cardholders can either tap the card to the receiver’s phone or let them scan the QR code attached to the NFC card to initiate a connection.
Digital NFC cards are generally considered safer to use compared to their predecessors. These cards can be programmed to share only specific information, adding an extra layer of privacy and security. However, if the NFC chip is not adequately encrypted or secured, unauthorised users may potentially access sensitive information. It’s always advisable to take appropriate precautions to safeguard both the devices and data security.
Future impact, business capacity, longevity, and changing the networking landscape.
Individuals in business and networking can enjoy the perks and benefits of modernised networking practices by opting for digital business cards. These cards are more convenient, personalised, and genuinely sustainable. Various digital card variants eliminate the need for paper materials, contributing to a greater cause of sustainability. Most importantly, transitioning to digital business cards leaves a lasting impression on clients and business partners. NFC digital cards are poised to hold a special place in the future of networking, and the capabilities of NFC cards are expected to bring continued benefits to users and beneficiaries.
(The author is Abhishek Vyas, Founder of Rich Kardz, and the views expressed in this article are his own)
