Vehicle diagnostics play a vital role in the service bay, where technicians need to diagnose the source of the problem quickly and correctly. In fact, the service bay has become a hotbed for both diagnostics and service technology as vehicles become increasingly computerized and as more electric and autonomous vehicles hit the road. With the […]
With the popularity of remote and hybrid work, IT teams are busier than ever as they strive to maintain the health and security of mobile corporate assets. In fact, the 4th Annual State of Enterprise Mobility Survey by B2M Solutions revealed that 98% of IT leaders believe that reliable mobile devices and apps are critical […]
A recent DEWALT survey highlighted the most significant challenges facing U.S. contractors – inflation (57%), lack of skilled personnel and staff shortage (51%), and working long hours (37%). These factors, as well as shifting workforce demographics, make productivity more difficult to achieve. The number of construction workers between the ages of 25 and 54 decreased […]
The last mile is getting more attention in this era of eCommerce sales increases, smaller order sizes, and larger overall shipment volumes. Not only is this supply chain gap notoriously difficult for companies to close, but finding qualified drivers is currently a major concern. An expensive link in the supply chain, the last mile can […]
Much like their B2C counterparts, B2B companies are handling a much higher volume of returned merchandise than they ever have in the past. The eCommerce boom has created at least some of this reverse order flow, but product recalls, product defects, warranty returns and obsolete/end-of-life returns are all also playing a role in the surge. […]
Military personnel can’t afford downtime, and the computing equipment they use has to be as dependable as their weapons systems. Today’s troops rely on technology to create portable command-and-control posts on the battlefield. They need a reliable tool to access real-time information and control advanced surveillance and unmanned systems used to complete missions. In the […]
Having worked with the law enforcement community for many years, we’ve seen firsthand how technology can help personnel transform the way they do their jobs. One example is how officers write incident reports – by no means a glamorous part of law enforcement, but a necessary one. Writing incident reports that document anything from arrests […]
For today’s law enforcement officer, advanced mobile technology is critical to improve productivity while maintaining situational awareness. When surveyed, 89% of law enforcement professionals say they want smart tools. With Panasonic TOUGHBOOK® rugged mobile devices, professional services and industry-leading solutions (delivered in combination with our partners), law enforcement officers can save time, while increasing effectiveness […]
National Preparedness Month is observed each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies. This year’s theme highlights how preparation can help protect loved ones and build lasting legacies for families. During this month, the North Atlantic Basin traditionally enters its most active period of hurricane season, putting the spotlight […]
Since late 2019, the world’s manufacturers have faced several significant challenges and disruptions that demand companies increase the pace of their digital transformation. This includes disruptions from the COVID-19 pandemic, an aging workforce and worker shortages, and an increase in cyber threats. In the face of these challenges, manufacturers know that advanced technologies can help […]