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Why Frontline Workers Deserve Smart Radios with Screens
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Why Frontline Workers Deserve Smart Radios with Screens

TL;DR Some vendors say “screenless” radios reduce distraction. In real operations, smart radios with screens are safer and faster because workers get visual confirmation, real-time transcription, on-screen translation, and audit-ready…

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Alternatives to Two-Way Radios: Weavix vs Zello vs Voxer vs Relay Pro/RelayX vs Microsoft Teams vs Slack
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Alternatives to Two-Way Radios: Weavix vs Zello vs Voxer vs Relay Pro/RelayX vs Microsoft Teams vs Slack

Beyond Radios: The Search for Safer, Smarter Communication Publish date: October 15, 2025 Last edited: October 21, 2025 For decades, two-way radios were the backbone of frontline communication. They were…

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The Most Effective Communication Tools for Frontline Workers in 2025
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The Most Effective Communication Tools for Frontline Workers in 2025

Frontline workers represent more than 2.7 billion people worldwide, or nearly 80 percent of the global workforce. For many years, these workers had limited access to modern communication technology. In…

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The Best Two-Way Radios for 2025
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The Best Two-Way Radios for 2025

The Best Two-Way Radios for Work and Play We love Wirecutter, but they only review consumer gear. Two-way radios are everywhere, from camping trips to 4.7 million square foot factories.…

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Connecting Facility Workers for Operational Excellence
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Connecting Facility Workers for Operational Excellence

Facility managers face relentless pressure to keep complex operations running smoothly while juggling competing demands from every direction. Building systems, such as HVAC, require constant attention to prevent costly breakdowns.…

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How a Mission-Critical Geofencing System Improves Safety in Frontline Operations
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How a Mission-Critical Geofencing System Improves Safety in Frontline Operations

Frontline teams in construction, energy, and manufacturing struggle to maintain real-time awareness of worker locations — and to enforce safety protocols — without causing unnecessary disruption. Even a brief lapse…

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Is the weavix Walt Smart Radio Really the Only True Industrial System of Record for Frontline Communications?
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Is the weavix Walt Smart Radio Really the Only True Industrial System of Record for Frontline Communications?

TL;DR Traditional radios forget everything once you release the button, creating hidden costs in downtime, safety, and compliance. Walt Smart Radio System acts as a frontline System of Record, preserving…

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How Universal Communication Saves Lives in Industrial Facilities
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How Universal Communication Saves Lives in Industrial Facilities

It was mid-afternoon on Tuesday when Miguel left his station on the production line because he wasn’t feeling well, but he was afraid to tell anyone. He headed to the…

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How to Use Walkie-Talkies with GPS
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How to Use Walkie-Talkies with GPS

Coordinating teams across large sites or remote environments quickly becomes chaotic without reliable communication or real-time location awareness. Many frontline managers struggle to keep workers safe and connected when traditional…

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3 Key Strategies to Improve Workforce Performance
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3 Key Strategies to Improve Workforce Performance

Plant managers face daily pressure to boost productivity, maintain quality, and keep workers engaged — all while controlling costs and staying competitive. Fragmented communication, inefficient processes, and high turnover on…

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Radio Etiquette: 11 Rules for Frontline Teams
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Radio Etiquette: 11 Rules for Frontline Teams

What happens if your workers have to deal with misunderstandings on the frontline? The rules of radio etiquette were developed to prevent the consequences of missing even a single message.…

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