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According to economic research, “Productivity is one of the most closely watched indicators of long-term economic prospects. Rising productivity is the key to making possible permanent increases in the standard of living.” One of the greatest contributors to productivity is the adoption of new technology — to help us work smarter and faster.

One of the fastest selling hardware technologies, the Apple iPad is impacting our  business and media consumption habits both online and offline. With over 55 million sold, the iPad is changing the way in which people conduct business.

Unlike a computer or laptop, the iPad provides you with numerous applications that have been specifically created to enhance your effectiveness and productivity.

While most iPad owner use their device to access the Internet, check email or to simply be entertained via books, movies, social networking and so on — useful content-driven apps are in high demand. But given that there are thousands of apps available, it can be hard to decide which one is right for your small business.

Here are three iPad applications that every small business owner should have and use.

1. iThoughts

An award winning application, iThoughts organizes multiple thoughts, lists, and ideas users have jotted in various places into a streamlined single location. This mind-mapping app can be used for tasks lists, brainstorming, project planning, goal setting, concept mapping, and revisions and placing them all in an easy to find clearly labeled app.

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