Status updates, meetings on construction sites, retrieving technical plans, and responding based on real-time changes have become completely routine. What’s more, the rise of the Internet of Things (IoT) will trigger a new explosion of data and possibilities. But are standard devices really suited to the growing use of equipment outside the office walls? Think of service technicians, construction workers, and couriers who have to use these devices every day. These professions need sturdy materials—including for their communications. Getac’s reinforced computers are designed specifically for this kind of work.
Regular Smartphones and Tablets are Too Fragile for Rough Work
On the work floor, laptops, tablets, or handhelds are often exposed to harsh conditions. Dust, moisture, shocks, and even drops—fragile smartphones and tablets can’t withstand them. Dropping a device once can be enough to write it off, quickly creating high costs for a company. In sunlight, the screens are hard or impossible to read. And last but not least: does it make sense to have people use them who almost always have their hands full or work in physically demanding conditions? The chance the equipment won’t suffice is too great. A laptop, tablet, or handheld with a shock-absorbing rubber case is a common workaround but often not enough for heavy users—and nowhere near comparable to the Getac equipment that Microtron can supply. Getac devices are a fitting alternative here. The features are the same for everyday use. Just like a smartphone, Getac’s rugged computers offer fast wireless connectivity and are easy to use.
Ideal for Service Technicians, Couriers, and Construction Managers
With the rise of remote data communication, demand for rugged PCs is growing. Thanks to their reinforced tablets, service technicians are always reachable and can share information in real time. Their customers receive a notification telling them when they will arrive. With a rugged PC that goes everywhere, technicians can immediately push updates to, for example, household appliances.
Couriers do the same when sending delivery confirmations. With a rugged handheld in their pocket, they request, among other things, a digital signature from the recipient upon delivery, after which the administrative processing automatically follows in the system.
Inspectors on site can enter their findings immediately and sync them with back-office systems. A construction worker or engineer performing excavation work on streets or public spaces can request digital maps from the authorities right from the site. This ensures they’re working at the correct location and can effectively lay cables or connect pipes. In this way, damage to gas or water lines during works can also be perfectly avoided—situations that unfortunately still occur too often.
Rugged PCs with Docking Stations
There’s no need to worry about effectiveness anymore. The combined service that Microtron and Getac provide brings peace of mind, certainty, time savings, and, of course, a clear ROI. The devices come with a three-year warranty. You can also connect rugged PCs to docking stations installed in vehicles. Looking for certainty and the assurance that your business projects can continue uninterrupted outside the office? Then be sure to check which tailored options these rugged computers can offer you!