Digital Business Card: what is it, how does it work and benefits?

The digital business cardsalso known as virtual cards or vcards, are the modern, electronic version of traditional business cards. These cards are revolutionizing how we connect on a professional level, whether at networking events, trade shows or meetings with potential clients.

How do digital business cards work?

It is really simple to use. All you have to do is carry your card on your mobile and share it by email, SMS, WhatsApp, or show your QR code for the other person to scan. By scanning the QR code, the person will access your card and will have the option to download your contact details and the link to your digital card in their cell phone's address book.

Undoubtedly, digital cards are coming on strong because, unlike traditional cards, they offer a wide range of functionalities that make them more powerful and versatile.

We have created a section of video tutorials for you to see how it works of these business cards in online format.

¿What data and resources can you add to a digital card?

✅ Include all your contact information and profile picture:

• Keep your data always updated and accessible.

✅ Add interactive resources:

• Incorporate videos, catalogs and meeting agendas to provide a richer experience for your contacts.

✅ Show your social networks and web links:

• Make it easy for your potential customers to access your profiles and relevant websites.

✅ Collect data from the other person:

• By using forms, you will be able to collect information from your contacts and generate leads.

✅ Organize and manage contacts:

• Save and classify all your contacts in an orderly fashion, making it easy to follow up and remember the person you interacted with.

Digital cards not only simplify the exchange of information, but also improve the way you manage your professional relationships. You can create your digital card easily with Lead2Team, and have it ready to use in as little as 10 minutes!

Ways to share your digital card

1. Web link

Your ecard is essentially a web link that you can send to anyone. Add it to your phone's home screen for quick access and always at hand.

2. Wallet

Although not all virtual card platforms offer this option, it is very convenient if you prefer to use a digital wallet. The Wallet card includes a QR code and is compatible with iPhone and Android devices.

3. QR Code

The QR code that links to your digital card, allowing others to scan and easily access your information. It is very useful for adding it to catalogs, in physical spaces, for example in the store, on work tables or at the trade show booth.

4. Physical Card with QR

Print a physical card with a QR code that links to your digital card. It combines the best of both worlds: the traditional format and the advantages of digital.

5. Card with NFC technology

The NFC card is a physical card, usually made of PVC, which contains a chip inside. This chip allows you to record the link to your digital card. You just have to bring your card close to a mobile device for the other person to access your card or download your contact. It's fast, efficient and contactless.

6. Email Signature

Include the QR code of your digital card in your email signature. This way, every email you send will have all your contact information available to the recipient.

7. vCard

The vCard is the most basic digital card, in .vcf format, containing essential contact data: name, title, email, phone, WhatsApp and links. This file does not require an internet connection.

Benefits of Digital Business Cards vs. Paper Cards

Digital cards not only make your networking more modern and professional, but they are also an environmentally friendly solution, eliminating the expense of paper. 

➡️ Sustainability and safety

• Eliminate the need for continuous printing. If you change your contact information or find a graphical error on your printed cards, with paper cards you would have to reprint them. With a digital card, you can update the data at any time and from anywhere.

• Environmental care. By using digital cards, you eliminate the cost of paper and printing ink, thus contributing to sustainability.

• Cost savings for your business. On average, companies spend between 40 and 80 euros per year on paper cards for each employee. Digital cards are a much cheaper (2€ - 3€ per user per month, with discounts for annual plans) and cost-effective alternative, as they improve your image, facilitate contact tracking and generate traffic to your marketing resources.

• Safe during the pandemic. The pandemic has transformed face-to-face meetings into videoconferences, making paper cards obsolete and outdated. In addition, many people prefer to exchange contacts without physical contact for health security reasons. Digital contactless cards are the ideal choice in this context, enabling a secure exchange of information.

➡️ For Commercial and Sales use

• Effective connections. Digital business cards revolutionize the way sales teams capture and manage leads. They provide a frictionless tool for collecting contact information, ensuring that no lead is lost in the early stages of the sales funnel.
• Better engagement. With the ability to include videos and any marketing resources, digital cards allow you to present complementary products and services in an attractive and accessible way for your customer. Take a look at some examples and designs of digital cards for different businesses.
• Measuring ROI. Everything that happens with your digital card is recorded in real time, providing a clear view of the amount of contacts collected, leads generated or traffic generated to the links on your card. Undoubtedly, valuable information that is impossible to have with a paper card.
• Eliminates manual data entry. Digital cards can be integrated with CRM systems or excels so you can do manual, error-free data entry. This significantly improves the efficiency of the sales team, leaving them more free time to concentrate on dealing with the customer and strengthening relationships, facilitating accurate tracking of interactions and results, and optimizing lead conversion and sales performance.
• It projects a current image. Using advanced contact management technology reflects innovation and adaptability, characteristics that resonate positively with customers and prospects.

➡️ For administrative management and HR 

• Management efficiency. With digital cards, the data update process is immediate, facilitating administrative management without the delays and costs associated with traditional printing.

• Constant availability. It ensures that all sales reps have access to their digital business cards at all times, without worrying about running out of stock at crucial moments.

How do I create my digital business card?

There are many platforms to create your digital business card. To choose the most suitable one, consider aspects such as ease of use, data exchange experience, design customization options and whether it has advanced features for COMPANY-level management.

🚀 Advantages of Lead2Team to create your digital card

#VFree VersionLead2Team offers a free trial version with which you can create your vcard in seconds. All you need to do is fill in your contact details, choose a design template and your card is ready to share.

#ModoOfflineLead2Team card features a vCARD mode and Offline Mode that allows you to share your card without internet, ideal for trade shows where wifi may be weak.

#ModoNetworkingYour card will have a "Save contact" button so that the other person can download your vcard to the address book with a single click.

#Notifications: You will receive email notifications when someone interacts with your card, for example, when they send you a message or leave their contact information.

#PonContactPortalAll the contacts you generate will be stored in an orderly fashion in the portal, ensuring that you don't lose any of them and facilitating follow-up.

#SinApp: The Lead2Team card does not require an app or that the other person uses Lead2Team to exchange contact with you.

#MultiSupport: You will have the digital card in several formats: personalized link, QR, email signature with QR, download for Wallet... You can even integrate it into your website with the option of the Web Assistant. Lead2Team has certainly thought of all possible situations to cover any digital or physical environment.

#Multi-Language: The Lead2Team platform is available in English, Spanish and Portuguese.

#Integrations: You can connect Lead2Team with any CRM, Excel or application you use for prospecting and customer follow-up.

#PortaldeEMPRESASLead2Team offers a special configuration for large companies, with the creation of a master account and individual login for each employee. It has a very complete setup service so that companies can make the transition from paper to digital cards in just 24/48 hours.

#Support: Lead2Team's support team responds promptly by email and WhatsApp in English and Spanish. 

Request a demo of our Lead2Team digital card solution.