The Tradie Challenge is on!
25 July, 2016With a little over two months until the legendary Deni Ute Muster kicks off, Milwaukee has announced that the Tradie Challenge will once again be part of the fun.
Loc8 field service software
22 July, 2016Loc8 has released a new version of its software platform and mobile application, delivering a range of smart new features. The solution is available in three editions: Service, Enterprise and Team, and is designed for companies of all sizes.
Master Builders says new ministry a positive sign
21 July, 2016Master Builders Australia (MBA) has said that Prime Minister Turnbull's new ministry is a reflection of his commitment to delivering on the policy agenda the Coalition took to the election. Wilhelm Harnisch, CEO of MBA, believes that it represents a clear mandate to drive a stronger economy, bring back the ABCC, lift productivity and create livable communities.
Powering the pumps
21 July, 2016Supplying 24-hour access to diesel in remote parts of Western Australia's Pilbara region has become much more feasible with the construction of what is believed to be the world’s first fully transportable, solar-powered retail fuel outlets.
Context-aware developments could transform field service
20 July, 2016IFS is using its product development think tank, IFS Labs, to explore the use of a context-aware beacon solution for field service delivery.
Navman Wireless rebrands
19 July, 2016Navman Wireless has rebranded as Teletrac Navman, following the company's merger with GPS fleet tracking software company Teletrac.
Aussie tech firm sets sights on US market
18 July, 2016simPRO Software is serious about its entry into the US market, relocating several senior management roles, including global CEO Brad Couper, to the company's offices in Boulder, Colorado.
Toyota brings fuel cell vehicles to Australia
15 July, 2016Toyota says it is excited to secure three fuel cell vehicles for use exclusively in Australia over the next three years. The vehicles — known as the Mirai — will help Toyota engineers to learn more about the technology and will be joined by a portable refuelling station over the coming months.
Making the move to mobile ERP
14 July, 2016 by Peter Dickinson, CEO, GreentreeAs businesses weigh up their mobile options, the working world is moving progressively towards more flexible working hours and a workforce that is increasingly needing to access business information remotely. While this is largely being led by field service workers, your sales force, operational staff, marketing and management teams aren't far behind.
Driver training trumps demerits
14 July, 2016Death on NSW roads is up almost 25% on last year, with 208 fatalities since the beginning of the year. This figure is causing widespread community concern and the NSW motoring association NRMA is now calling on the state government to implement a scheme which would replace fines and demerit points for low-level speeding offences with compulsory driver training.
Going green still a dream
13 July, 2016Researchers at Queensland University of Technology are predicting that petrol-powered vehicles will continue to dominate Australian roads in the year 2030, despite advances in new technologies and public concerns about the environment.
Paris bans old cars
12 July, 2016Paris has commenced its program of restriction on cars made prior to 1997 and motorcycles predating 2000, making it illegal to drive in the centre of Paris on weekdays between 8 am and 8 pm, according to Green Car Reports (GCR).
Insurer expands to cover ridesharing
11 July, 2016In an interesting move, insurance company Allianz has expanded the cover available under its Private Car Insurance policy to include the use by eligible car owners for ridesharing activities.
More airbag problems for Toyota
08 July, 2016There's a new crop of airbag issues for Toyota, this time for its Prius and Lexus models. In Australia, the company has issued a recall on vehicles from the Prius ZVW30 and Lexus CT200h ranges.
Full solar car range developed
07 July, 2016Thin-film solar expert Hanergy Holding Group has launched four full solar-powered vehicles in Beijing at a ceremony dubbed 'Disruptive innovations drive the future'.
