Getac presented the survey dedicated to rugged technology and devices which highlights how they increase competitiveness in the industrial sector and streamline the operations of companies. Commissioned by IDC, the report “Redefining Total Cost of Ownership: Rugged Technologies to Empower Industrial Operation” collected the opinions of 990 IT decision makers, noting the advantages in various sectors of rugged devices. Such as the utilities, transport and logistics, oil and gas, industrial production and natural resources sectors. The global study captured data from six geographic areas: North America, Europe, the Middle East and Africa, China, Asia (excluding China), and Latin America.
Rugged devices, competitiveness and operation
The versatility of rugged devices helps companies improve daily operations by increasing workforce productivity. At the same time it reduces processing times to a minimum inactivity of equipment and allows individual components to be upgraded without having to replace the entire device. The following data also emerged from the investigation:
reduction in TCO (Total Cost of Ownership). Over time, rugged devices help reduce TCO. In fact, companies have recorded a TCO reduction of 10-20% for tablets and portable devices and 20-30% for personal computers and notebooks.
Improvement of sustainability. 43% said rugged devices with advanced sensors and connectivity capabilities help collect operational data. This allows you to make more informed decisions about energy consumption and waste reduction initiatives.
Process automation. 37% of companies said rugged devices help automate some processes, reducing the need for manual labor.
The selection criteria
The report also highlighted the criteria for choosing rugged solution providers by customers. These include the ability to customize the solution, effectiveness in terms of cost of the services provided and the range of devices and solutions offered.
Rugged devices, competitiveness and operation, the relationship between them
Roberto Mattioni, Business Development Manager of Getac in Italy
The results of this investigation demonstrate how rugged devices play a role in transformation in industrial operations, improving TCO and productivity and promoting sustainability. These results reiterate our commitment to providing solutions that redefine industry standards in an increasingly rugged world.
Investments are increasing
The adoption of rugged devices in Europe is linked to their ability to improve workforce productivity, enable mobility and data access connectivity. They also allow you to support workflow automation and create performance traceability. Key survey findings include:
more than a fifth of respondents (21%) currently allocate more than 20% of their total IT budget to rugged devices. Nearly half (49%) expect to increase this percentage further in the next 12 to 18 months.
Rugged devices they come integrated with a wide range of core business systems. These include data analytics and business intelligence (BI) tools, supply chain management (SCM) platforms and enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions.
Improve communication in the company
Among the main activities what rugged devices are used for: data collection and analysis, field services, inspection and maintenance. Finally, the management of the mobile workforce.
Afterwards By integrating rugged technology, companies surveyed have seen increased workforce productivity and reduced equipment failures. As well as better communication/collaboration between employees.
Rugged devices they are playing a vital role in helping companies in Europe achieve their ESG goals. They allow you to to monitor with greater precision the energy consumption in real time, reduce waste in operations, automate the main activities. They also identify areas where future energy savings can be made.
A request for change
Roberto Mattioni
Companies across Europe are increasingly realizing the operational benefits that rugged technology offers. From improving workforce productivity and field communication to data collection and more informed decision-making in critical work environments. As demand for rugged technology continues to grow at a rapid pace, Getac’s hardware and software with customer service are helping fuel a Revolution digital in all industrial sectors and beyond.