Mar 17, 2022

It is clearer now that implementing technology helps streamline your manufacturing processes to maximize customer satisfaction. With supply chain shortages and worker retention struggles pressuring businesses on all sides, technology and automation have proven indispensable in securing continuous uptime.

Since technology can have such a massive impact on businesses, it must be carefully managed to ensure proper safety and use. According to studies, it is estimated that 34% of data breaches are caused by human error, physical theft, or unauthorized use. Without a proper mobile device management strategy, when deploying 1:1 devices in a manufacturing setting, devices can get lost or stolen, sometimes to the point of complete battery failure. When this happens, devices may not be found through conventional tracking systems, ultimately contributing to repair and replacement costs. However, current microchip shortages have increased shipping times and out-of-stock rates for crucial manufacturing hardware; therefore, a misplaced asset may end up costing much more in downtime alone even after replacements are procured. In the end, losing and misplacing digital assets leads to data breaches, increased downtime, and eventually, unhappy customers.

To combat this, manufacturers are focusing on implementing mobile device management solutions, like automated charging lockers, that specialize in ensuring your devices are easily accessible. Automated lockers help…

1. Efficiently manage time and workflows because charging lockers provide workers with easy device access. Using charging lockers provides stability, security, and individualized care for each employee. This eliminates downtime that occurs when devices are lost or broken.
   
2. Increase organization because by providing your workers with streamlined access to devices that are specific to them, you decrease downtime waiting on devices. Charging lockers also boost organization by keeping track of which devices are returned.
   
3. Maintain accountability with check-in/check-out workflows that provide workers with individual customizable RFID or PIN codes that allow them to access their specific devices. Charging lockers also automate device security updates overnight. This increases accountability on your workers to replace devices at the end of each shift.

Charging lockers can help improve your supply chain overall with those benefits, but choosing the right one can improve your bottom line. Implement Heartland’s automated locker solutions that specifically improve your manufacturing plant with…

1. Simplified data access - Automate the data transfer and update of many devices in real-time. Empowering your employees with real-time data access improves visibility so they can adjust to demands faster and maintain a consistent flow of information.
   
2. Maximized efficiency - Easily manage your employees’ time by knowing exactly when their devices will be charged. When your workflows aren’t slowed by downtime waiting for devices to be charged, manufacturing efficiency is increased.
   
3. Effective communication - Ensuring your entire fleet of devices is constantly charged simplifies workforce communication. With a 1:1 device deployment set-up, every employee can feel they have a stronger grasp on the conversations flowing and are in the loop about important updates. This improves worker satisfaction and visibility, as your workers are more knowledgeable about what they do.
   
4. Consistent order fulfillment - Equipping your workers with ready-to-go devices in a strong mobile device management system allows your managers to accurately control the speeds of fulfilled orders. This satisfies customer needs, boosts update visibility, minimizes error, and increases efficiency to ensure the best processes.

Charging lockers can boost productivity in your business to streamline manufacturing operations. Contact us  today for flexible automated lockers that provide versatile features to boost your operations.