Deploying drones in field service
12 December, 2016 by Bas de Vos*We hear a lot about digital transformation these days. However, digital transformation is not just applying new technologies to do something different from before. It's also about doing what you do today but better. It's about innovating in new products and services and transforming your business model for competitive advantage.
New wearable technology for remote field service
28 November, 2016CSIRO has been beavering away on new wearable technology that it hopes will improve the delivery of expert services to remote field workers, particularly in the mining industry.
Biometric security use on the rise
23 November, 2016New research from Deloitte suggests that the use of biometrics is moving to the forefront of smartphone technology. According to the study, one in three smartphones has a fingerprint scanner and almost 70% of users access this capability regularly.
Xplore XSLATE R12 rugged tablet
09 November, 2016Xplore Technologies has launched the XSLATE R12 , a 12.5″ next-generation detachable rugged tablet PC.
Two-way street
20 September, 2016 by Martin Chappell, General Manager – Radio Channels, Motorola Solutions Australia, New Zealand and Pacific IslandsThe ubiquitous smartphone has become a popular tool for drivers, but the digital two-way radio is still the most essential communications device for drivers.
Subsurface location
14 September, 2016Subsurface utility and object location is a complex process that requires safe and reliable equipment to provide accurate and useful information.
Drone accidents — hardware, not operators, to blame
06 September, 2016A study looking into the cause of 150 civil drone accidents has found that faulty equipment, rather than operator error, is generally to blame, according to a recent ABC News article.
Domino's drone deliveries
26 August, 2016Domino's Pizza Enterprises Limited (Domino's) has joined forces with drone deliveries expert Flirtey to launch what they say is the first commercial drone delivery service in the world.
Current strategy no path to autonomy
15 August, 2016Two analysts from the DST Group (the federal government's Department of Defence Science and Technology) say that the current approach to autonomous technology development is hampering our ability to deploy and potentially unlikely to ever deliver.
New molecules will improve screen displays
11 August, 2016A new research project from Harvard University has isolated more than 1000 new blue-light emitting molecules for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) that could lead to dramatic improvements in displays for televisions, phones and tablets.
Toyota Material Handling Bravi elevated work platforms
03 August, 2016Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) has broadened its material handling product range with new elevated work platforms (EWPs). Manufactured in Italy by Bravi Platforms, this is the first non-Toyota product to be offered by the company. TMHA is the sole Australian importer and will provide full support, including maintenance contracts.
The perfect service visit
28 July, 2016 by Freddy Fam, Product Marketing Manager, Honeywell Sensing and Productivity Solutions, APACA recent survey of 260 field service operations leaders gives insight into 'the perfect service visit': what drives customer satisfaction and how should it be measured?
Facebook drone takes to the skies
27 July, 2016Not content with its worldwide user base of 1.6 billion people, Facebook is investing heavily in technology that the company says will potentially bring the internet to every corner of the globe, opening up access to even the most remote parts of Earth.
Blanket 'no-phone' rule draws criticism
27 July, 2016New legislation, due to come into effect in December this year, will make it illegal for provisional (P-plate) drivers in NSW to use mobile phones in any capacity.
The Tradie Challenge is on!
25 July, 2016With a little over two months until the legendary Deni Ute Muster kicks off, Milwaukee has announced that the Tradie Challenge will once again be part of the fun.
