A new project from the EU promises to improve telecommunications technology through the delivery of higher bit rates, resulting in lower-cost, faster access. [ + ]

New research suggests that 50% of field service software implementations will fall short of planned outcomes. Up to 25% of those with FSM solutions aren't using them properly. What's going wrong? [ + ]

Australian Utility Week 2016 is a large-scale expo dedicated to the theme 'Building digital futures'. It takes place from 29–30 November 2016 at Australian Technology Park, Sydney. [ + ]

Shielded versus unshielded — which cable is best for your application? [ + ]

Two 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. [ + ]

It may surprise you to hear that the apprenticeship model in Australia has been around as long as European settlement — almost 230 years! [ + ]

A 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. [ + ]

Connecting disparate devices from multiple manufacturers is a key first step to creating the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). This article explains how protocol conversion addresses the challenges of connecting legacy equipment. [ + ]

Electricity meters come in many forms. Understanding features and capabilities, as well as the requirements of an application, can ensure that today's meter will meet tomorrow's requirements. [ + ]

In news from our northern neighbours, the US Department of Energy (USDE) has developed a tool to estimate the actual effect of smart grid technologies in terms of reduction of greenhouse gas and other emissions resulting from power production and usage. [ + ]

There is no denying that connected technology is powering innovation and business transformation, making organisations rethink the way they do business. [ + ]

Enterprises in all sectors are becoming technology businesses in their own right. IT infrastructure now not only supports operations, but also increasingly drives customer interactions and overall business success. [ + ]

A 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? [ + ]

The Internet of Things, bring-your-own-device (BYOD) office environments and cloud-based applications are contributing to rapid changes in how organisations deploy and use wireless networks. [ + ]

In the history of our fine country, has there ever been a more maligned infrastructure project than the NBN? [ + ]