Staying connected is vital when you’re working in a fast-paced environment. And having the right technology means you’re able to manage the business critical with ease.
But choosing the right technology isn’t an easy task. So we’ve put together five key questions to ask before you decide on the mobile computing that’s right for you.
At some point, every year, each of your forklifts will naturally be interrupted for a number of hours due to planned servicing or unplanned maintenance.
With fixed computers, whenever that happens, the computer is out of action too. Equally, when the computer needs to be repaired, serviced or updated, the forklift itself becomes unusable.
Spread this across a large fleet, and you could be losing hundreds of working hours – and that means wasted time and money.
With a fully rugged tablet or notebook PC however, these problems are eradicated completely. Devices can be swapped between vehicles during maintenance, meaning constant uptime. And when the tablet or notebook itself needs maintaining, it can be easily substituted.
For even greater uptime, Panasonic’s range of fully rugged tablets and notebook PCs are supported by specialist docks that feature VESA mounting plates. Meaning they can be moved easily and securely from bracket to bracket, and vehicle to vehicle.
Download our forklift brochure to discover the full range of TOUGHBOOK devices, docking and mounting solutions and accessories.
Download the brochureIt can be tempting to consider consumer devices; we’re all so used to them in our everyday lives.
But consumer devices aren’t designed for challenging work environments. They don’t have the durability, connectivity, all-weather capabilities or configuration flexibility your business needs. So pretty soon, you find your initial ICT outlay is worthless.
Devices such as TOUGHBOOK tablets and notebook PCs are different, however. Among many rugged features, they offer…
Flexibility and ruggedness should never mean a compromise on technological performance. Businesses should have the flexibility to choose between the latest Windows and Android™ operating systems and the most current Intel® processors.
From design and installation to ongoing maintenance, user training and warranties, your devices should come with a complete technical support package to minimise any potential costly downtime.
Superior wireless connectivity means uninterrupted access to vital stock information, delivery scheduling and communications, and the ability to capture and share data on the go. When selecting devices, look for those that offer combinations of LAN, wireless LAN, Bluetooth, WWAN (3G/4G) and GPS.
Devices are more than the sum of their hardware parts. Devices such as TOUGHBOOK offer optional integration with invaluable business solutions, such as terminal emulation software, Omnia for bespoke inventory management software applications including voice control, and screen blanking, which automatically restricts access to the screen while the vehicle is in motion.
Small handheld, tablet or convertible notebook? Windows or Android™ operating system? Rear-angled barcode scanner, signature pen and USB keyboard? Diagnostics, connectivity or security-enhancing software?
At Panasonic, we understand that operating systems, display size, Wi-Fi connectivity and docking system/accessory eco-systems are all important factors to consider. And here’s a quick guide to some of the models in our range that are best suited to forklift work.
Much like your devices, your forklift docks and mounts should be fully rugged too, and provide a complete and safety-compliant solution that’s easily transferrable between forklifts.
Ergonomically designed and rigorously tested, Panasonic’s fully-rugged and comprehensive forklift docking solutions perfectly complement our TOUGHBOOK devices. From the type of mount to the type of fixing to the type of dock and device, we’ll help ensure you achieve the perfect solution, tailored to your exact needs.
Now you’ve thought about the five key questions, why not discuss things in a bit more detail with a TOUGHBOOK forklift specialist? We can take you through the options available to you, and help you understand what will work best for your business.
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