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Platforming enhances supply chain agility and resiliency by creating a modular, scalable framework that facilitates fast reactions and improved flexibility. This article from Supply Chain Management Review discusses the concept of platforming and the principles behind it. COVID-19 has exposed just how easily supply chains can buckle under pressure. The fragility of globalized supply chains […]
CFOs at general contractors may hesitate to invest in new technologies without understanding the full range of cost benefits those solutions can offer. This article from Construction Dive offers advice to help CFOs ensure optimal ROI from technology purchases. Information technology often falls under the chief financial officer’s umbrella at construction companies. This means that […]
As the Internet of Things (IoT) and the rise of 5G improve connectivity capabilities for businesses, manufacturers must move away from legacy systems and toward smarter solutions. Leading manufacturers are adopting a combination of advanced cloud-based software and rugged hardware that can carry them into a more intelligent future. More than a quarter of IT […]
Five ways companies can get ahead of the cybersecurity threats affecting the software on their mobile devices. Cybersecurity threats date back to the 1970s, when the threats were easily identifiable and generated by insiders that accessed private documents and other sensitive information. Fast-forward to today and the number of cyberattacks and data breaches have […]
In the face of threats such as labor shortages and high turnover, warehouses, retailers, and many other businesses require the ability to onboard, train, and support essential workers. This article from CIO Dive discusses the correlation between mobile solutions and front-line employee productivity. Dive Brief: Among companies who’ve outfitted their front-line workers with tech tools, 72% […]
While micro-fulfillment centers have quickly become a cornerstone of grocery and retail e-commerce fulfillment networks, the development of technology to support MFCs has lagged behind the establishment of the facilities themselves. Developers in the MFC technology sector will likely increase the pace of development as we move beyond 2021 and in the direction of a […]
As the world starts to open up, digital-first behaviors are giving rise to an appointment economy to enhance customer engagement and experiences in the field. Appointments-as-a-service help companies to improve safety for customers and employees while respecting the value of the their time. Have you ever booked an appointment with a service provider and been […]
Known for their lean approach to inventory management, just-in-time models came under scrutiny when the pandemic emerged. Here’s how mobile technology can help companies leverage JIT without sacrificing on customer service. Focused on minimizing inventory and increasing efficiency, the just-in-time (JIT) supply chain model caught on quickly in the 1970s when Toyota adopted it […]
Advances in telematics combined with pandemic-driven industry changes have led trucking firms to expand beyond simple electronic logging devices (ELDs) into more comprehensive mobile solutions that enhance driver safety, reduce risk on the road, and provide useful operational data to drive informed decision-making processes. The following article from Transport Dive discusses telematics trends and the […]
Companies that furnish their employees with rugged laptops and handhelds do so for a variety of reasons, from their ability to withstand harsh conditions like moisture and drops to reliability and productivity. And while rare, accidents happen that can cause units to stop functioning or function more sluggishly. Maybe an employee went rogue and caused […]