The rising impact of climate change on the global supply chain has changed the way companies look at sustainability initiatives. As sustainability becomes a priority for organizations around the world, sustainable technologies will play a key role in helping companies meet carbon reduction goals in the supply chain. Sustainability is now as important to businesses […]
As wildfires, hurricanes, blizzards and other climate-related natural disasters increase in severity, utilities must find ways to adapt. Utilities are making substantial efforts to invest in resilience and better disaster response capabilities to mitigate the mounting risks associated with climate change. The escalating frequency and strength of hurricanes, wildfires, floods, droughts and environmental impacts offer […]
The construction sector has reached a point where digital transformation is no longer optional. As builders seek to streamline costs on the job site, they need to eliminate manual processes and paperwork if they hope to stay competitive on bids and finish projects within budget. The contech market has expanded significantly in recent years, offering […]
In many areas of the United States, power usage has begun to outpace the capabilities of an aging grid. As utilities pursue grid modernization, they will need the ability to collect and analyze data about grid performance. In this same vein, utility maintenance fleets in the field must have the capability to access that data […]
The speed and low latency offered by 5G is changing the ways in which medical professionals provide care. From remote surgeries assisted by experts miles away to home-based healthcare powered by technology, a stable 5G connection helps to ensure reliable communication in situations where it counts the most. In the world of healthcare, new technologies […]
While the benefits of good fleet management technologies are well-known across most industries, many businesses fail to expand that mindset into their heavy equipment assets. Good asset management for heavy equipment can help to extend equipment service life, optimize equipment usage, and much more. As an owner or manager, it’s essential to track your heavy […]
Remote work has forced companies to level up their technology capabilities as they seek to provide laptops and other hardware that can maximize productivity among a multi-generational remote workforce. As organizations deploy more physical and digital solutions to facilitate remote work and train new workers, enterprise mobility solutions can help to keep those assets up […]
Implementing telematics and mobility solutions into fleet operations can help businesses make more efficient, data-driven decisions regarding their fleet size, asset maintenance, and more. While the below article focuses on small business fleets, some of the insights offered could be beneficial to fleet managers across other business types as well. Home-based businesses are on the […]
Many industries are turning to automation as a solution to labor challenges. As such, hands-on roles — such as field service technicians or facilities maintenance personnel — will rely on rugged mobile technology that can handle the rigors of the job and provide access to the software and solutions they need to facilitate a data-driven […]
Container shipping was once one of the dreaded “black holes” of the supply chain, where stakeholders lacked visibility into their cargo in transit. Now, however, shippers can check up on the status of their container in real time as it crosses the ocean and even in yards, allowing for better planning and forecasting. Container tracking […]