Are NFC Business Cards a Good Idea? NO; and Here’s Why

Now that you have decided to move away from paper business cards, you might consider NFCs a viable option. 

But is switching to NFC business cards actually a good idea? Or is there a better, more impactful alternative?

Keep reading to find out.

Table of contents

1. Are NFC business cards a good idea?
2. 5 Reasons to choose digital business cards over NFC business cards
3. Make the smarter choice. Switch to digital business cards

Are NFC business cards a good idea?

NFC business cards are a step up from paper business cards. However, these alternatives still inherit the many drawbacks of their paper predecessors. 

For instance, due to their reliance on a physical medium, NFC business cards are bound to in-person sharing. 

They also do not offer an entirely contactless networking experience and may present certain security concerns (which we’ll discuss in the following section).

You can overcome these issues by switching to digital business cards (or e-business cards). 

We present five compelling reasons why choosing digital business cards over NFC business cards is a wise decision.

5 Key reasons to choose digital business cards over NFC business cards

1. Conduct 100% paperless and contactless networking
2. You are always prepared for networking opportunities
3. Digital business cards are significantly more cost-effective
4. NFC business cards demand lengthy turnaround times
5. Digital business cards are a more secure alternative

1. You conduct 100% paperless and contactless networking

NFC business cards use a physical medium (typically PVC plastics). This dependence on a physical component binds NFCs to in-person sharing. 

You must rely on a tap-and-go sharing process, which can require physical contact. 

In contrast, digital business cards are 100% paperless and touchless. You can share e-business cards via Apple Wallet (or Google Wallet). 

These business card alternatives also support digital sharing via a QR Code and a URL.

2. You are always prepared for networking opportunities

Unlike NFC business cards, your digital business card(s) stays on your mobile device. This makes it readily shareable at all times. 

Being 100% paperless also minimizes any risk of forgetting or misplacing your digital business cards.

You can seize any opportunity to exchange contact details—even during impromptu networking scenarios.

3. Digital business cards are significantly more cost-effective

Opting for NFC business cards means you have to cover the costs of their material. The more you opt for design-heavy cards and sophisticated materials, the more expenses you incur.

In addition to the primary expenses, you must also cover shipping and handling fees.

Digital business cards are more cost-effective since they are 100% paperless. You do not pay for a physical medium and its associated costs.

4. NFC business cards demand lengthy turnaround times

NFC business cards undergo manufacturing, printing, and delivery before they reach your company.

Turnaround times for NFCs can take weeks after purchase, depending on different factors, such as your company’s procurement process and material availability.

In contrast, it takes only a few minutes to create a digital business card. And you can immediately start sharing it upon creation.

5. Digital business cards are more secure than NFC business cards

Using NFC business cards is not without certain security risks.

For instance, someone can intercept signals between your card and your recipient’s mobile device.

Furthermore, a physical medium with your company’s name and logo puts it at risk of misuse.

Ex-employees (or anyone) can exploit previous company-issued cards for unauthorized transactions.

You can avoid these privacy and security concerns when you switch to e-business cards from a specialized digital business card solution.

Specialized solutions employ enterprise-grade security measures for their e-business cards. 

Strong data encryption safeguards data, both in storage and while being transferred over networks. Central management (with SSO login, role-based access, and Multi-Factor Authentication) allows you to suspend individual cards at any time to prevent misuse. 

LEARN MORE: How To Choose The Most Secure Digital Business Card Solution

Make the smarter choice. Switch to digital business cards

Choosing digital business cards over NFC business cards benefits your organization’s networking. Now that you know this, the next step is to pick a suitable e-business card provider.

Opting for Uniqode’s digital business card solution gives you all the features to create, manage, and share e-business cards at scale:  

1. Share your digital business cards via Apple Wallet (or Google Wallet)

2. Enable Two-Way Contact Sharing to capture warm leads using your card

3. Track and analyze your digital business card’s engagement metrics

4. Centrally manage all e-business cards created within your organization

You can access these functionalities (and more) without downloading an additional app. Enterprise-grade security measures also safeguard your networking activities.

LEARN: The 6 Best Digital Business Card Solutions Today

• Author Details

Author Details

Reuben Isidoro

Reuben is a Content Marketer who helps businesses drive audience engagement and conversions through compelling content narratives. Currently, he explores the impact of simple yet innovative business tools, such as digital business cards, on organizational ROI.

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