Technically speaking

Quicker broadband, wireless internet and the advent of the BlackBerry mean that people no longer have to go to the office - the office can go with them. Communicating with colleagues, customers and suppliers is simple and, regardless of where we are in the world, we can check and respond to emails or even host a conference call. Technology is assisting in the rise of the paperless office as well as helping to transform the life of consumers who no longer need to purchase train tickets, holidays or their weekly shopping in person. Everything can be done online. Machines are helping us get ...