Handling with care
30 October, 2014Linde Material Handling secured its prominent position in the Australian market by developing a strong customer focus and backing its advanced product range with comprehensive after-sales support. It was during Linde's search for ways to enhance its support performance that the company engaged with Baseplan Software. Six years later Baseplan is central to Linde's operations.
Barking Suite configurable mobile applications
30 October, 2014Retriever Communications has launched its Barking Suite - industry-specific applications aimed at water utility companies, caregivers, sales teams and maintenance and repair workers.
Registration now open for the 2015 Australasian Fleet Conference & Exhibition
29 October, 2014The Australian Fleet Managers Association (AfMA) has announced that registration for the 2015 Australasian Fleet Conference & Exhibition is now open.
Empowering workers in the field
29 October, 2014John Cameron, general manager of Trimble Field Service Management, talks about getting the most out of a field service operation in a Q&A session.
How committed are your customers?
27 October, 2014Satisfied and committed customers support profitability objectives. It seems obvious, but quite often organisations haven't been able to attach a financial value to satisfied customers.
Ford Ranger XL judged Australia's best 4x4
24 October, 2014The Thai-manufactured Ford Ranger XL 3.2 (d) has beaten the Mazda BT50 XTR and VW Amarok Highline TDI 420 to take out the 4x4 dual cab car of the year, as judged by the Australian Automobile Association on behalf of Australia's motoring clubs.
The insurance you didn't know you needed
24 October, 2014There are plenty of compulsory insurance types for business in Australia - third-party injury, workers compensation and public liability to name a few. But there is also a range of options available that can protect your business from loss of assets or revenue you may not have considered.
Call for tougher drug driving penalties
23 October, 2014According to the NRMA, one in three drivers convicted of a first offence for drug driving are getting off scot-free.
Greater visibility into transport management
23 October, 2014 by Sergio Barata, GM - EMEA, TelogisSoftware-as-a-service (SaaS) provides the ideal architecture to deliver telematics, vehicle tracking, dynamic routing, real-time work order management, commercial navigation and mobile integration, often referred to collectively as 'location intelligence'. When coupled with modern integration and reporting systems these can form the backbone of a company-wide transport management system.
WHS - beyond the physical
17 October, 2014There's been a lot of focus on mental health in recent weeks, as evidenced through Australia's National Mental Health Week and World Mental Health Day in early October. While much of the media attention has historically been based on the role of individuals, there is increased interest on the impact for business and what organisations can do to ensure a healthier workplace.
Highlighting hazardous assets
16 October, 2014Continuing technology advances are making lives safer and easier in virtually every industry. The development of augmented reality GIS solutions is providing additional safeguards in the management of hazardous assets,and preventing accidental excavation and the potential for subsequent personal injury and property damage.
The future of highly automated driving
14 October, 2014An announcement at the Paris Motor Show early in October by TomTom and Volkswagen Group Research highlights their combined commitment to the future of highly automated driving (HAD) systems.
Service interest around the Internet of Things
13 October, 2014 by Sumair Dutta, Chief Customer Officer, TSCIf you follow technology trends and news, you have probably heard the words "Internet of Things" (IoT) or "connected machines" mentioned more than once, primarily in the form of how connected devices will change the world, mostly for the better (and not as per the Terminator 2 variety). In the business realm, a lot of the IoT talk is coming from the likes of IBM, GE and Cisco.
7th Annual Field Service Management Summit - dates and topics announced
10 October, 2014The 7th Annual Field Service Management Summit will run from 18-20 March next year at Australian Technology Park, Sydney. The event organiser, IQPC, has released a draft agenda for the conference, which boasts the largest gathering of field service management and workforce mobility professionals in Australasia.
Fuel management reduces operating costs
10 October, 2014At a time when escalating fuel costs are putting increased strain on business, the availability of a new fuel-efficiency solution is likely to be well received by Australian fleet managers.
