Mobile data management for Indoor and Outdoor

The term handhelds covers mobile devices for data acquisition and data management, which are mostly used in the industrial sector as multifunctional scanners for the movement of goods. The combination of a robust barcode scanner and the functions of a smartphone provides many useful features. Thanks to its water and heat resistant housing, a handheld computer can be used for various applications in both indoor and outdoor environments, making it ideal for use in the power and utility sectors. Especially in the field, the mobile handhelds convince with their high robustness, durability and multifunctionality. The networking of the devices enables direct access to system functions and the central database to provide technicians in the field with the necessary information on customers and tariffs as well as efficient troubleshooting and problem solving. Power and water levels can be quickly recorded and documented thanks to the integrated camera and touch screen. To optimize the workflow within the team, team members can communicate directly with each other and exchange important data. The devices also have barcode scanner units and can be equipped with optional RFID readers. Via Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, the employees transfer the data quickly and easily to a back-end system. The simply designed Android-based user interface guarantees uncomplicated use of the mobile handhelds from Datalogic and Zebra.

Whether in the office or on the road - the Rugged Tablets of the manufacturer Zebra are powerful all-rounders, which were developed especially for demanding indoor and outdoor environments. They convince with their insensitivity to extreme external influences such as heat, cold, moisture and dirt. The robust tablets are therefore the ideal solution for field staff in power and utility companies. The mobile data acquisition for outdoor appointments is done by finger, pen, voice or camera. Thanks to the networking, the tablet is directly linked to the central database, so that the employees in the company have direct access to the collected data. The colleague on site can also use comparative values or call up customer data and rate options. This facilitates inspections, safety checks, maintenance and repairs, and supports the documentation of evidence and the creation of reports following the appointment. Data-intensive tasks such as reading out system information or error checking are possible with the keyboard connected via Bluetooth. This turns your robust tablet into a fully functional and powerful laptop replacement. The Rugged Tablets are thus particularly suitable for sales force automation solutions in addition to areas such as warehouse management and transport. S&K Solutions will be happy to advise you on your individual application and will put together a complete package tailored to the needs of your utility company.

The electronic signage from S&K Solutions can also be used flexibly by energy suppliers and telecommunications companies. Large e-ink labels of 11 inches and more, for example, serve as maintenance plans which are constantly updated. Warnings or notes can be highlighted in colour, either in red or yellow or, in the case of full-colour E-Ink displays, in other colors. In addition, utilities can also attach electronic labels to machines to show the current status and usage information. The digital labels are controlled centrally from the cloud or on-premise. You can also use our E-Ink signage for room signs, signposts or in warehouse management.

Where the security of employees and visitors has to be guaranteed, an access control system with secure badge solutions is often useful. High-security areas in power and utility companies can thus be blocked for unauthorized persons and only authorized employees can enter these rooms or areas. Identity management solutions from S&K Solutions offer a wide range of possibilities for managing your identity cards. On the one hand the identity cards can be pre-produced with security elements and your corporate design. Optionally, the personalization with visual elements such as employee photo, name, access authorization and integrated coding can be done on site with the help of a desktop printer. Modern access control systems are usually based on RFID technology with additional 2 factor authentication. Furthermore, employee cards can be used for time recording and automatic payment procedures, e.g. in the canteen, which can also be managed in suitable identity management solutions.