The Top Five Features Of The Best Mobile Forms

Great features work to optimize workflow, not clutter it. There are countless mobile forms on the market, and many of which have “bells and whistles.” So, what are the most useful features to look for when considering a mobile form app? Here are — in no particular order — the top five features that deliver.

1. Offline availability

If a mobile form is deployed in a forest and no one can complete it, does it count? Whether you're underground, in a remote area, or — yes — in a forest — your mobile form app needs to work. Offline availability allows field service workers to access data collection forms anywhere and upload to the cloud once a network connection is restored. Inaccessible documents and service interruptions shouldn't be a built-in feature.