Digital business card explained

A digital business card is an electronic version of the traditional paper business card. It is essentially a digital profile that contains contact information and other relevant details.^[1] These cards can be shared electronically, often through QR codes, links, or NFC tags.^{[2] [3]}

Environmental benefits

Every year, over 7 billion business cards are printed worldwide.^[4] This equates to 27 million cards being printed each day. The production of these cards requires 12,000 tonnes of paper annually. The short lifespan of business cards contributes significantly to waste, as many are thrown away after a single use, ending up in landfills. Digital business cards offer a sustainable alternative by eliminating the need for physical cards, reducing the environmental impact of business card production and disposal.

Market

The digital business card market is poised for significant expansion, according to a new report by Market Research Future (MRFR). The market is expected to reach a value of USD 6 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.90% during the forecast period (2022–2030).^[5]

Benefits

Digital business cards offer a host of advantages over their traditional counterparts:^[6]

• Eco-friendly: By eliminating the need for paper, digital business cards reduce waste and environmental impact.
• Easy to update: Changes to contact information or other details can be updated instantly on the digital card.
• Enhanced networking: Digital cards can be easily shared and accessed, making networking more efficient.
• Interactive features: Many digital card platforms allow for the inclusion of multimedia elements like videos, links, and social media profiles.
• Analytics: Digital cards can provide valuable insights into how a card is being accessed and shared.
• Integration with other tools: Digital cards can often be integrated with CRM systems, email marketing platforms, and other business tools.

How to create a digital business card?

You can create your digital business card through a digital business card maker.^[7] Here are the steps:

• Download any digital business card maker.
• Create your profile.
• Add necessary information, including your phone number, website and address.
• Share your virtual visiting card via QR code or link.

Notes and References

1. Web site: Gupta . Nitin . Council Post: Breaking Networking Barriers With Digital Business Cards . 2024-10-17 . Forbes . en.
2. Web site: Malik . Aisha . Instagram's latest feature is a digital business card for your profile . TechCrunch . October 15, 2024 . October 17, 2024.
3. Web site: Khan . MD Ijaj . mTap digital business card review: Tap into modern networking with NFC convenience and ditch the paper chaos . HT Tech . July 19, 2024 . October 17, 2024.
4. Web site: Business Card Statistics You Didn't Even Know About AP UK . 2024-10-17 . aura-print.com.
5. Future . Market Research . 2023-05-25 . Digital Business Card Market to Reach USD 6 Billion, at a 6.90% CAGR By 2030 - Market Research Future (MRFR) . 2024-10-17 . GlobeNewswire News Room . en.
6. Digital Business Card . International Journal of Advance Scientific Research and Engineering Trends.
7. Web site: Cheryl . 2024-10-16 . How to Create a Digital Business Card for FREE . 2024-10-21 . Niha . en-US.