What is Better for Offices:
NFC or QR Codes?
What is Better for Offices:
NFC or QR Codes?
What’s the difference between QR codes and NFC?
Quick Response (QR) Codes are intended for exactly as the name suggests: Fast access to information. In today’s world, QR codes are easily recognizable by almost everyone. Smartphones can recognize the barcode and provide a more interactive approach to a physical item.
On the other hand, near-field communication (NFC) is an existing wireless communication technology operating in a short range. In effect, it allows smartphones to be even smarter. NFC creates a better user experience with its simple tap and go method – rather than needing to open the phone, get into the camera app, and then scan the QR code to access the information it contains.
Because NFC offers two-way communication, people can interact with the technology by sending and receiving information.
What’s the difference between QR codes and NFC?
Quick Response (QR) Codes are intended for exactly as the name suggests: Fast access to information. In today’s world, QR codes are easily recognizable by almost everyone. Smartphones can recognize the barcode and provide a more interactive approach to a physical item.
On the other hand, near-field communication (NFC) is an existing wireless communication technology operating in a short range. In effect, it allows smartphones to be even smarter. NFC creates a better user experience with its simple tap and go method – rather than needing to open the phone, get into the camera app, and then scan the QR code to access the information it contains.
Because NFC offers two-way communication, people can interact with the technology by sending and receiving information.
When should I use QR rather than NFC?
QR codes are best in places that won’t need to be updated frequently. For static event registration and sales pages, QR can make an experience more interesting and interactive.
When should I use NFC instead of QR codes?
Why do office management software programs tend to use NFC?
While they both offer onsite check-ins and contactless booking, that is where the similarities end. More accurate reporting and data encryption (which isn’t a functionality of QR codes) mean companies can get the best use out of their office space! NFC has the potential to provide auto cancellations/check-ins, search functions, intelligent prevention of overbooking, and better control over specific employee use.
While QR codes work for restaurants and tickets, they don’t work for offices,
and here is why
1. Security (you can take a picture of QR code and never have to physically check in into an office)
2. More steps (with QR codes you have to open the camera first then click on the link then two-four other steps, with QR codes you just tap your smartphone like when you pay for coffee at Starbucks).
3. Replacing a QR code means you have to remove it and print a new one which can be a hassle.
4. And lastly, well, QR codes don’t look as great as sleek branded NFC devices.
1. Security (you can take a picture of QR code and never have to physically check in into an office)
2. More steps (with QR codes you have to open the camera first then click on the link then two-four other steps, with QR codes you just tap your smartphone like when you pay for coffee at Starbucks).
3. Replacing a QR code means you have to remove it and print a new one which can be a hassle.
4. And lastly, well, QR codes don’t look as great as sleek branded NFC devices.
Ready to see what inspace can do for you?
With inspace, you don’t have to worry about a lengthy, complicated installation process. Instead, anyone in your organization can install the entire NFC booking management system with the bonus ability to mount to any surface. You can even blend the inspace hardware seamlessly into your office with customized colors and branding!
Rather than working with a clunky multi-step QR code, use a simple, frictionless NFC booking system with inspace to make reserving a desk space easy for every employee! To see what your NFC desk management system will look like for your office space, schedule a free trial with the inspace team today.
The inspace platform streamlines workspace management, optimizes space utilization, and enhances the employee experience, making your workplace work for you like never before.
The inspace platform streamlines workspace management, optimizes space utilization, and enhances the employee experience, making your workplace work for you like never before.