Jobs market set to rise in 2015
11 December, 2014The outlook for the jobs market in 2015 appears positive, with employer intentions to hire at the highest level since 2012, according to the Hudson Report Employment Trends, as released by global talent solutions company Hudson.
The field service experience
10 December, 2014 by Sumair Dutta - Chief Customer OfficerIn 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.
Safe Work Australia seminar series available
05 December, 2014Safe Work Australia is making its Virtual Seminar Series (VSS) presentations available for general viewing.
Apprenticeship growth defies employer claims
04 December, 2014Trade apprenticeships have strongly increased, disproving employer claims that commencements would collapse following increased apprentice pay and better conditions won last year by unions.
When one becomes two, becomes ten
04 December, 2014A 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.
Petrol prices expected to plummet
04 December, 2014Petrol prices in Sydney should fall to almost three-year lows as the impact of falling Singapore Mogas prices flows on to the Australian market, according to the National Roads & Motorists' Association.
Aaeon AEC-VS01 Box PC in-vehicle video surveillance camera controller
03 December, 2014Aaeon has released the entry-level fanless AEC-VS01 Box PC specially designed for IP camera interfacing and control applications. Controlling cameras via the product ensures security by continuously monitoring and marking events that occur throughout a transport route, making it suitable for schools, public transport and shipping companies.
Tackle complex, multitask work more efficiently
03 December, 2014Imagine 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.
Epson Moverio BT-200 Smart Glasses
02 December, 2014Epson's Moverio BT-200 Smart Glasses are now available in Australia. The binocular, transparent smart glasses feature a display on each lens, right in the field of vision, projected into the user's surroundings.
Going it alone
01 December, 2014 by Dannielle FurnessThe cliché tells us there is safety in numbers, but for many solo workers, travelling in a pack simply isn't an option.
ACA says further cable recalls needed
28 November, 2014Yet another batch of faulty electrical cables has been sold and installed over the last three years, according to the Australian Cablemakers Association (ACA). This follows on from the Infinity- and Olsent-branded cable recall, reportedly the largest of its type in Australia's history.
Trimble FieldMaster Technican mobile application
27 November, 2014Trimble has introduced FieldMaster Technician, a downloadable mobile application that empowers mobile workers in the field with advanced collaboration tools and the ability to access and update information in real time for improved effectiveness.
Toshiba laptop power supply recall
27 November, 2014The ACCC advises that some Toshiba notebook computers sold in Australia and New Zealand between September 2010 and June 2012 were shipped with LS-15-branded AC power cords. The location of the 'LS-15' marking is on the portion of the cord that plugs into the AC adapter. Not all Toshiba PCs were sold with the affected AC power cord.
Mobilyser phone and data expense tracking app
27 November, 2014Mobilyser, said to be the world's first mobile phone and data expense tracking application, has been launched in Australia.
How to reduce vehicle running costs
26 November, 2014 by Forum GroupAs a business owner or manager with mobile workers on the road, you've probably invested a lot of money in your vehicles. Forum has identified a few simple ways to reduce running costs.
