The world of mobile devices is expanding rapidly, with new offerings coming on the market every day. Just consider the number of tablets that are now available from Apple, Barnes & Noble, Amazon, Samsung, Microsoft, and Google. Add in the vast array of smartphones, netbooks, and laptops that are continually being introduced, and it’s no wonder that contractors may have a hard time deciding which mobile device(s) to choose for their field personnel.
Robert Champe, president, Shearer Heating, Cooling, and Refrigeration, Washington, Pa., is in the process of deciding which mobile technology to use, and as he noted, “Sometimes I think we’ve looked at too many options, although we’re getting close to making a decision. We’ll probably go with iPads, because they can be moved around easily. We’re hoping that they will cut down on the amount of paperwork we seem to be chasing all the time.”