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The Manufacturing Iceberg: Why Traditional Communication Systems Can’t See What’s Sinking Your Operations
At this very moment, somewhere on your plant floor, a disengaged worker is going through the motions, a near-miss is going unreported, and critical tribal knowledge just walked out the…
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Weavix Walt Smart Radio vs RelayX: A Head-to-Head Comparison for Manufacturing
Comparing weavix Walt Smart Radio to RelayX comes down to one difference that drives ROI: Walt turns frontline communication into searchable, reusable data, while RelayX conversations disappear. Below is a…
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Benefits of Push to Talk Radios
Frontline teams depend on clear, instant communication, but most push-to-talk radios create familiar frustrations — complex devices, spotty coverage, and poor integration with digital workflows. As production demands climb and…
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The Pros and Cons of Smartphone Bans in Manufacturing
Key Takeaways Smartphones can create safety risks in manufacturing, leading to significant incidents and even injuries. Manufacturers face challenges in balancing smartphone restrictions with operational communication needs. Policies like GM's…
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Microsoft Teams vs Smart Radios: The Industrial Communication Head-to-Head
Key Takeaways Microsoft Teams faces challenges in industrial environments due to delays and distractions, risking safety and efficiency. Smart radios provide instant push-to-talk communication with sub-1 second response times, eliminating…
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How Communication Barriers Create Disconnected Teams, Higher Costs
It was a busy day shift at the vast industrial facility, with production lines running at full capacity. So, when drops of water started pooling on the plant floor, several…
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Making the Case for Universal Communication in Modern Facilities
Production supervisor Scott Wagner received a text message at 6:42 a.m. while at home preparing for his commute. The night shift ended almost two hours ago, but he was just…
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The Ultimate Guide to Digital Transformation in Manufacturing in 2025
Most plant managers face a serious bottleneck: outdated communication tools and fragmented systems hold back efficiency improvements on the production floor. While the pressure to adopt new technologies grows, many…
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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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The Benefits and Future of 5G in Manufacturing
Many manufacturers struggle to keep pace with market demands due to outdated communication methods and inefficient processes. As industrial operations become more complex and data-driven, slow response times and unreliable…
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How Communication Hierarchy Hurts The Bottom Line
It was late Thursday afternoon at a major automotive-parts manufacturing plant in Michigan. A CNC boring machine had been running through its normal cycle on engine cylinder blocks, but during…
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What Is an Intrinsically Safe Radio?
Frontline teams in oil refineries, chemical plants, and other hazardous environments face more than just tough conditions — they risk disaster when electrical equipment sparks or overheats near flammable substances.…
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Weavix Walt Smart Radio vs RelayX: A Head-to-Head Comparison for Manufacturing
Comparing weavix Walt Smart Radio to RelayX comes down to one difference that drives ROI: Walt turns frontline communication into searchable, reusable data, while RelayX conversations disappear. Below is a…
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How to Improve Communication in Manufacturing: A 10-Step Guide
Miscommunication on the factory floor leads to costly delays, safety risks, and wasted effort — problems no manufacturer can afford. When departments operate in silos or updates do not reach…