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Oil extraction, mining, boring, and other such tedious jobs are not carried out in a safe and controlled environment. Some of the standout factors prevalent during such operations are harsh weather conditions and an unfavourable terrain, but these adverse situations don’t demotivate people from doing their job.
With the growth of technology, field services have developed in full force, regardless of the odds faced. Automation in field services has made it easier to monitor and operate functions without physically being on the field. This virtual presence is overlooked through control systems that are seamlessly integrated with the respective machinery. This advanced feature of a cloud-based operating system being employed contributes to the overall productivity.
While it is obvious that these integrations are done to minimise the risk involved due to the occurrence of any human error, the fact remains that – at the end of the day – humans will be controlling these functions. Hence, it is of utmost importance to educate the workforce in regards to the latest technology and train them to utilise the software and displays that are a major component of the machinery.
Here are the benefits enjoyed by a technology-friendly workforce:
Reduced Production Time – Automation training of functions have reduced the downtime during the product development process. The management and parallel processing of different procedures have made it possible to increase productivity to a substantial extent. The processes are observed and controlled by the employees. Therefore, it is essential for them to know the details of the software and its implementation in the currently employed industrial machinery.
Increased Accuracy – Job planning, production, or inventory management; irrespective of what the process might be, it’s crystal clear that automation has the ability to manipulate these functions and manage work productively. As more and more people familiarise themselves with technology, the possibilities of human error will reduce and the final accuracy of these functions will increase.
Uninterrupted Operations – While field operations are strenuous, technology has given an edge to the function of predictive maintenance. Any irregularity in the system can be predicted and taken care of well in advance. This prevents any abnormal delays or errors.
Cost Efficiency – Automation training is a one-time investment, i.e., the workforce need only be thoroughly trained once. The investment is compensated with a seamless flow of work.
As the world is evolving into a large technological sphere, understanding the norms of automation brings your business closer to the ideal results and ensures a better return on investment. To keep up with escalating competition, it is crucial for the organisation and its employees to benefit as well. Making them competent in utilising modern day technology will not only benefit them as an individual but will also bring about a change in the company’s operations. Most companies are working to bring industrial automation into play, but very few notice that employees need to achieve a certain level of competency when it comes to using technology.
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