"The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place." - George Bernard Shaw

The speed of business these days is faster than it has ever been, and it's only getting faster. Pair that with colleagues constantly being out of the office for business meetings, working on-the-go from their mobile devices and coordinating with those who work remotely, getting quick answers to important questions can be a struggle.

If you're a part of a team, you already know how important clear and concise communication is to your success. You can't afford to wait a day, or sometimes even an hour, to get a response to an important question.

Avoid project bottlenecks and keep your daily productivity in check with easy ways to contact your co-workers when you need them. Here are a couple solutions to help keep your communication fluid.