In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, innovation is the key to success. Many leaders work hard to develop a workplace culture that supports and encourages innovation, because they know they’ll fall behind if they don’t. Many leaders choose to implement either a top-down or bottom-up approach to innovation. A top-down approach involves a hierarchical decision-making…
Technology is enabling field providers to embrace a whole new approach to service. One built on outcomes, relationships, and effective resource management. At the center of this new approach is a concept known as proactive field service – a strategy that uses technology to move away from traditional, reactive service models and toward a more…
Traceability is a critical aspect of the distribution process. It refers to the ability to track products and materials from their origin to their final destination. Traceability allows power distributors to identify the source of any quality or safety issues, determine the location of inventory, and comply with regulatory requirements. However, bad traceability can have…
Ransomware threats are everywhere. A comprehensive ransomware strategy is necessary for all business leaders to protect their organization from cyberattacks. There are the perennial threats like phishing and credential theft, which, while extremely easy to prevent with basic cyber hygiene, remain the source of roughly 98% of ransomware attacks – in 2022. Then, you’ve got…
“Connected field service,” as a concept, has been around for a while. Per Google’s first few pages of rankings, it’s been a “thing” at least since 2018. Only recently has connected FS started gaining mainstream traction — among legacy field providers and the disruptive new entrants hoping to stake a claim on incumbent market share.…
In our fast-paced, ever-evolving world, finding harmony between cutting-edge tech and the human element is crucial for businesses seeking to grow and excel. This article explores the significance of preserving the human element in an automated world. Keep reading to discover the advantages, potential pitfalls, and tactics for skillfully blending human emotional intelligence and creativity…
As a field service company, you understand the importance of having a workforce that can work effectively on the go. But how do you ensure your mobile workforce operates at its maximum potential? A mobile workforce can include a few types of workers. For example, it can be a remote workforce operating in the field,…
Many field service providers choose to stick with a reactive approach to business. And there certainly is enough work for them to find out there. But you must have a proactive mindset and business strategy to move your business forward. Proactive field service businesses anticipate their customers’ needs and emphasize preventative maintenance. If they do…
It never fails. Technicians are calling out sick, customers are calling in with same-day requests, and then your field service company’s biggest customer calls in with an urgent problem at their most remote satellite location. You don’t have a choice. You have to dispatch someone immediately. Every field service provider has encountered some variation of…
Supply chain management (SCM) is a big deal. After all, a well-managed supply chain enables you to maintain a competitive advantage, tackle complex challenges, and capture new opportunities. It’s also an expansive, complex strategy spanning everything from procurement and shipping to manufacturing, inventory, and supplier relations. In this article, we’ll explain what SCM is, why…