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While some lift truck companies have transitioned their computerized devices from Windows OS to Android, many haven’t yet. This article outlines the risks of not transitioning, the challenges faced when making the transition and the Android options available. The decision by Microsoft a few years back to phase out or “sunset” support for its Windows […]
Many organizations use industry as a blueprint for how they update their technology usage. This article discusses how the Navy is looking to industry to build 5G-enabled smart warehouses and what steps it might take next. The Navy’s “smart” warehouses are on track for transitioning to production in two years, but the service is still […]
Many manufacturers are making or planning the move to Industry 4.0 and beyond. This article outlines the seven factors motivating this trend, such as IIoT, digital twins and 3D printing. Manufacturers move from manual labor through machine-dependent assembly lines to highly automated factories. We see this trend today – and the industry evolves. Several trends […]
When 9-1-1 was first introduced, it was built to support landlines and analog devices. With 80 percent or more of 9-1-1 calls now coming from wireless devices, Next-Generation 911 (NG911) was created to reflect the mobile, digital, fast-paced world we live in and to support a range of communication mediums including texts, photos and videos. […]
Labor shortages have gripped the United States across industries, with in-person field work being particularly hard hit. This trend is based on several factors, including an aging workforce, COVID-19, and employee expectations. Recruiting and retaining employees has become a problem in almost every industry, and utilities is no exception. Labor challenges are forcing many decision-makers […]
The COVID-19 pandemic forced many companies to adopt a fully remote or hybrid working environment, which, in turn, necessitated investment in new technology to support their workforces. This article highlights how desktop virtualization can help reduce technology costs while improving management capabilities. With Working from Home and remote working increasingly becoming the “new normal” of […]
Keeping track of high-value assets, equipment, fleet maintenance, and consumables is a time-consuming task that can put a strain on personnel and eat into budgets. However, the alternative is far worse: a lack of knowledge about equipment readiness or the location of critical assets, shortages of in-demand consumables such as PPE, and shrinkage losses. […]
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The global manufacturing industry was severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, forcing manufacturers to adapt to the rapidly changing environment with new technologies. This article outlines key technology trends you should hop on to keep your company competitive in 2022. The global economy took a hit in almost all industries as a consequence of […]
Catastrophic weather events and natural disasters have increased in frequency in recent years. This article offers actionable advice to keep your shipments moving in the face of storms, wildfires, and more. As the U.S. continues to battle massive wildfires up and down the West Coast, the next natural disaster has hit the country from the […]
Edge computing rose quickly to prominence in B2B technology for its ability to enhance data processing speeds and reduce bandwidth requirements. The following article discusses edge computing trends you can expect to see in 2022. Edge computing is getting “edgier.” The technology, which allows compute and processing resources to be moved closer to where data […]