Trade show season is in full swing for CB&A, which means less time in the office and more time in planes, trains, taxis, conference halls and hotel suites. Typically, much of a PR professional’s work is done in front of a glowing computer screen, but increased travel translates to unconventional working conditions. In these on-the-go situations, many PR pros turn to their smartphones to help them manage the workload. Accordingly, we’ve compiled a quick guide to the best mobile apps for the business nomad. TripIt (Free) Before you begin your trip, you’ll have to actually plan it. Juggling itinerary, sharing it with your co-workers and family, synchronizing your schedules, and simply getting to the airport on time can cause a headache. With TripIt, you forward your confirmation emails to the service, and it organizes your itinerary for you. You can easily share trip plans with colleagues and family, or you can share via Facebook or LinkedIn. Bump (Free) Bump makes sharing content as simple as bumping two phones together. Just pick what you want to send, then hold your phone and gently bump hands with another Bump user. Share photos, apps, music, messages, locations, contacts and calendar events – or [...]
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