With the decline in sales of personal computers and the rapid rise of cloud computing, many businesses are turning to thin clients.So what does this mean in terms of connectivity, cabling and power? Read on to find out. [ + ]

It seems the NSW electricity industry is on the brink of revolt, with unions applying to Fair Work Australia for the right to take protected industrial action. [ + ]

The importance of first aid in the workplace cannot be overstated. In the event of an accident or medical emergency, the application of first aid can mean the difference between life and death. [ + ]

With the growing use of Industrial Ethernet, in particular Profinet, in modern production facilities, operators are faced with a technology that opens up a host of new possibilities.

Akamai Technologies, provider of cloud services for delivering, optimising and securing online content and business applications, has released a new cybersecurity threat advisory through the company's Prolexic Security & Research Team (PLXsert). [ + ]

The momentum for grid storage technologies is building. This article discusses technologies under development and attempts to make some predictions about which of these technologies might affect the residential and commercial energy markets in the short term.

As field-based working becomes increasingly complex and time-sensitive, mobile solutions can help businesses make better, more intelligent decisions. [ + ]

AIMIA, the Digitial Industry Association for Australia, has released the independent findings of the Australian Mobile Phone Lifestyle Index (AMPLI). While the report focuses on consumer, rather than business, users, it provides valuable insight into trends regarding overall preferences. The survey is in its 10th iteration and the 2014 'special topic' is mobile phone use compared to tablet and PCs. [ + ]

In times when we shy away from in-person and face-to-face communications and it is extremely difficult for organisations to connect with their customers, a field visit offers a unique opportunity wherein customers provide a window of time and attention to the servicing organisation. [ + ]

Siemens has recently completed the commissioning of a power station consisting of two of the most efficient combined cycle power units - performing at well in excess of 50% efficiency. The owner and operator of the plant is Diamantina Power Station, a joint venture between APA Group and AGL Energy.

Statoil, on behalf of Wintershall, has signed a contract with Nexans for the supply of direct electrical heating (DEH) technology. The DEH riser will connect the Kristin and Maria fields in the Norwegian Sea with the Kristin platform, ensuring the constant flow through pipelines. [ + ]

Alcatel-Lucent and Ooredoo Algeria have built a high-capacity optical transport network to connect Algeria's main cities of Algiers, Constantine and Oran - as well as smaller cities - with high-speed ultra-broadband mobile access. [ + ]

A recent workplace poll conducted by the Australian Drug Foundation (ADF) has prompted a timely reminder about employer responsibilities with respect to the service of alcohol at organised functions. [ + ]

A major industrial project is likely to be at risk due to faulty electrical cables. [ + ]

Imagine you're responsible for maintaining the United Kingdom's utility infrastructure. It requires managing several complex, multitask jobs every day, with each job demanding numerous field technicians with various skillsets, specialised vehicles and a range of equipment. You have a full fleet at your disposal, but how do you coordinate these variables to get all the work done, while staying competitive? This was the challenge Andy Carter, head of business process improvement at Morrison Utility Services (MUS), faced. [ + ]