Maintaining contact
07 July, 2016Tasmanian-based Contact Electrical was founded in Launceston in 1986. Over time the company evolved into the Contact Group, expanding to Hobart and Burnie and further diversifying services to include design and project construction, as well as general electrical services.
No sync? No thanks!
06 July, 2016In case you were in doubt as to how much smartphones rule our lives, a new study reveals that car buyers will not purchase a vehicle that doesn't provide adequate mobile phone connection. The National Road Safety Partnership Program (NRSPP) has published details of the research which shows that other factors including styling, price and fuel economy can't be trumped by an inability to connect.
Service is hard: new book delivers insights
05 July, 2016With over 20 years' experience, ClickSoftware knows about service delivery and how hard it can be for businesses to excel. Drawing on that expertise, the company has released a new book, Service is Hard: Turning Common Field Service Challenges into Customer Engagement Opportunities, which contains insights, best practices and recommendations from experts, thought leaders and analysts.
Record attendance at Mobile World Congress
05 July, 2016Mobility continues to be an increasingly hot topic, with more than 53,000 unique visitors from 104 countries attending the Mobile World Congress Shanghai in late June. The three-day exhibition and conference featured 550 exhibitors and the conference program attracted over 4000 attendees.
Getac T800 rugged tablet
05 July, 2016The next-generation Getac T800 is a fully rugged tablet designed to meet the needs of mobile field service and transportation technicians working in tight spaces and extreme environments.
Tesla fatality sparks investigation
04 July, 2016The death of a Tesla Model S driver in Florida earlier this year has sparked a widespread investigation into the vehicle's autopilot system involving the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the US Government and the automaker.
Details of VW make-good revealed
30 June, 2016Details of the proposed make-good by car manufacturer Volkswagen AG have been released. Information relates only to the United States at this stage.
Smart cities to dramatically ease congestion
28 June, 2016New information from Juniper Research suggests that by 2021, the average driver will save an entire working day per year through less driving time. The advent of smart city initiatives, including including advanced traffic management and smart parking, will contribute to 4.2 billion fewer man hours on the road.
Tool and equipment hire moves online
27 June, 2016The team at Kennards Hire are now making it event easier to find the right tool for the job, launching what they say is Australia's first live equipment hire platform.
MBA launches Jobs and Skills for the Future policy
24 June, 2016Master Builders Australia (MBA) has formally launched its Jobs and Skills for the Future policy as part of its Strong Building: Strong Economy campaign for the next term of government.
Tough and trusted
23 June, 2016From 'first response' at fatal road accidents to saving sheep in a storm, Warrnambool State Emergency Service needs tough and trusted capital equipment that can be relied on every hour of every day of the year.
Laptop battery fire hazard
23 June, 2016Battery packs supplied with certain HP, Compaq, HP ProBook, HP Envy, HP Pavilion Notebook computers have been identified as a fire risk. Not all HP notebook PCs in these ranges have an affected battery pack.
Hilti store opens its doors
22 June, 2016Hilti has opened a new showroom and retail outlet in Sydney, complete with a purpose-built demonstration area, offering customers a more hands-on, interactive experience.
Klugo team grows
21 June, 2016Klugo is expanding, with the appointment of new staff in both the Melbourne and Sydney offices.
Nissan working on e-Bio fuel cell system
20 June, 2016Nissan Motor Corporation has announced efforts in research and development of a solid oxide fuel cell (SOFC)-powered system running on bio-ethanol electric power, a world first for automotive use.
