4 paths to voice systems evolution
April 13, 2020
During the last several years, voice-directed work solutions have evolved beyond their roots in order picking. Suppliers now often support multiple device types, including rugged smart phones and smart glasses, and implementations may span multiple workflows. Here are four ways voice solutions have evolved, including plenty of analytics features for managers.
Zebra study: Number of field service providers operating predictively will double by 2025
April 3, 2020
Faster mobile networks will also give rise to mobile technology adoption in the field.
Other Voices: Key signs your business needs mobile device management
March 30, 2020
Mobile device management (MDM) enables logistics businesses to remotely manage both employee-owned and company-deployed mobile devices.
With CAGR of 187%, 5G in manufacturing will reach $10.8 billion by 2030
March 30, 2020
Capturing that value will require ecosystem players to evaluate how to measure the impact of 5G and edge deployments on the factory floor.
PowerFleet recognized as critical for Covid-19 response
March 24, 2020
PowerFleet provides its tracking and monitoring technology to many critical industries in the food distribution supply chain.
JLT Mobile Computers adds ultra-compact vehicle-mount terminal for logistic applications
March 10, 2020
JLT Mobile Computers (Booth 7185), a leading supplier of reliable computers for demanding environments, announces the launch of an addition to its line of vehicle-mount computers for logistic applications.
JLT Mobile Computers leverages new partnerships
March 10, 2020
During a booth visit, rugged IT provider JLT Mobile Computers (Booth 7185) discussed three of its latest partnerships—with NetMotion, the Ivanti Supply Chain Partner Program and Winmate.
Honeywell enables the mobile worker
March 10, 2020
Honeywell Safety and Productivity Solutions (Booth 7619b) introduces a new, unified communications software solution that helps mobile workers collaborate with each other, allowing them to enhance productivity and provide superior customer experiences.
10 Common Myths About Voice
February 27, 2020
Addressing the most common myths about Vocollect Voice in the warehouse. There are many myths about voice directed workflows and we are here to set the record straight.
JLT Mobile Computers signs technology alliance with NetMotion
February 25, 2020
Partnership with industry-leading provider of mobile connection management solutions will improve mobile device performance, productivity and security
Other Voices: Optimizing visibility in the supply chain with 5G and edge computing
February 20, 2020
Digitally connecting and automating processes on the edge extends the reach and visibility of supply chains by dividing processes into sets of smaller, more manageable actions.
Warehouse mobility learns new moves
February 11, 2020
In 2010, Apple trademarked “There’s an app for that.” A decade later, the warehousing and distribution community is putting the claim to the test as device capabilities and wireless infrastructure converge.
Real-time location sees the space between
January 21, 2020
After decades of steady progress, the industry prepares for a flood of technology to capture and act upon real-time location of assets, people and goods.
Augmented reality goes live in 90 days to meet seasonal rush
December 10, 2019
Hybrid of light-directed technology and voice solution boosts productivity in picking, receiving and at the dock.
Enterprises that wait to adopt a mobile-first strategy set to fail, report finds
December 9, 2019
Report authors concerned that 64% of survey respondents cited workplace culture as their leading obstacle to mobile transformation.
Other Voices: Staying connected to harness the potential of Industry 4.0 for warehouse operations
December 9, 2019
Warehouse-specific connectivity issues must be dealt with at a holistic level, assessing the operation in terms of physical layout as well as by kind, size and location of goods, anticipated movement of goods, mobile devices, integration of historical trending data, and other related variables.
Granite City Electric deploys mobile-powered workstations
November 13, 2019
The workstations, featuring integrated lithium power, have reduced motion and improved productivity.
High-velocity distribution at GE Appliances
November 12, 2019
Distribution in GE Appliances’ new facility in Commerce, Ga., moves product from the yard to an outbound trailer quickly and efficiently.
2019 Warehouse/DC Operations Survey: Tight labor and space pressure drives a technology surge
November 12, 2019
Coping with growth and change is never easy, but it’s particularly challenging in a tight labor market in which the cost of industrial real estate has spiraled upward. As this year’s survey results show, respondents are rolling up their sleeves and coping with change by leveraging additional technology, as well as by increasing attention on training, pay rates and data quality.
Optimizing Your Warehouse with a Voice System
October 23, 2019
New technologies designed to meet these expectations and increase worker efficiency are being put to the test.