New warning issued on Infinity electrical cables
16 March, 2016The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) has issued a new warning on Infinity electrical cables, advising that there is still an estimated 2300 km of the dangerous product installed in sites across Australia.
Industry insights - Mark Alfred, simPRO Software
15 March, 2016 by Mark Alfred, General Manager Australia, simPRO SoftwareWhat does 2016 look like for field service? Some industry experts give us their views.
Talk to your ERP system
15 March, 2016 by Martin Gunnarsson, Director – Product Strategies & IFS Labs, IFS SoftwareThese days, thanks to the internet and cloud services, information is accessible to anyone at any time. You don't need to be stuck at a desk to browse social or business applications.
Pronto expands IBM partnership
15 March, 2016Pronto Software has announced an expansion of its 30-year partnership with IBM, offering customers integration between third-party business apps and systems with the Pronto Xi ERP and Business Analytics platform.
Wilhelmsen Ships Service Unitor inflatable life jacket
15 March, 2016Wilhelmsen Ships Service has launched a life jacket specially designed to safeguard workers in offshore environments. The Unitor Inflatable Lifejacket features a 170 N buoyancy rating and a Hammar automatic hydrostatic release system. While designed specifically for rugged conditions, it is also allows for free movement and is lightweight.
GasBuddy fuel pricing app launches in Australia
11 March, 2016Australian motorists now have access to real-time fuel prices at nearby service stations, thanks to the launch of GasBuddy, an app for iOS and Android.
Mercedes-Benz recalls Sprinter vans
10 March, 2016Mercedes-Benz Australia is advising a recall on Sprinter vans sold between 1 October and 30 November 2015. The product was sold nationally from authorised Mercedes-Benz dealers.
Flying for the future — drone asset management partnership announced
09 March, 2016A new partnership between Swarm UAV and RIGCOM Access aims to substantially reduce the prohibitive inspection costs normally associated with asset management.
The tip of the iceberg
09 March, 2016 by Dannielle FurnessWhere would we be without GPS? As with many ever-present technologies that have inched into our lives to become a 'can't-live-without' tool, it's hard to recall a time when we didn't rely on these devices to get us from one place to the next.
Powered Life Microsoft Surface Pro tablet cases
08 March, 2016Powered Life has released a range of rugged cases to protect the Microsoft Surface Pro tablet.
ikeGPS IKE4 data collection solution
08 March, 2016The IKE4 field data collection unit from ikeGPS is a comprehensive solution that incorporates the latest mobile hardware and software technologies. It is used for measuring and locating utility poles for aerial fibre deployments, joint-use applications and construction of aerial outside plant.
Industry insights — Bruce Minty, Pronto Software
08 March, 2016 by Bruce Minty, Product Marketing Manager, Pronto SoftwareWhat does 2016 look like for field service? Some industry experts give us their views.
A guide to remote visual inspection tools
07 March, 2016If you’re in the plumbing business, an inspection camera is one of the most valuable tools of your trade. Whether you’re responsible for maintaining hundreds of kilometres of pipelines or needing to locate a blockage for a routine domestic job, there’s an inspection camera solution which has the appropriate features to suit your specific needs. This guide will help you determine the best option for your needs.
Helping tradies be better at business
04 March, 2016Mobile workforce software company GeoOp has partnered with online business- and consumer-based marketplace Tradebusters to help Australian tradies develop their business skills.
12 hours a week wasted on status meetings
03 March, 2016Australian workers waste up to 30% of the working week preparing for and attending status meetings, according to a recent survey commissioned by Clarizen, provider of collaborative work management software.
