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CONNECTED WORKER PLATFORM

Connected Workers Are Workers Who Can Communicate Effectively

Bring communication to the forefront of your business. Enable your frontline workers with digital technology to connect and collaborate in the field and beyond.

Connected Workers

A Trusted Partner in Frontline Enablement

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Why Businesses Need Connected Workers Solutions

Connected workers are when every team member, from frontline workers to managers, is part of a system that allows them to communicate no matter where they are. By connecting, sharing, and accessing information in real time, a frontline workforce breaks down silos, overcomes challenges, and drives safety. Here are the reasons:

Increased Productivity

A connected factory worker or manager moving between multiple facilities can communicate instantly with their teams. With access to the right digital tools, they complete tasks more efficiently and make decisions faster.

Increased Productivity

Improved Cost Efficiency

Breaking down communication barriers and streamlining processes help cut down on operational costs. Cost efficiency means replacing outdated processes with a connected worker solution that reduces time waste and enables better resource allocation.

Improved Cost Efficiency

Proactive Worker Safety

Urgent safety concern? A connected frontline worker gets instant alerts and can quickly share images, audio, and video, facilitating immediate action and preventing further incidents. If an emergency happens, everyone has real-time access to critical information and updates.

Preventive Worker Safety

Enhanced Collaboration

A frontline workforce that shares and receives information feels a strong sense of belonging and connected to each other and the company. heard, valued, and part of your mission. This sense of teamwork sparks innovation and problem-solving, helping the whole business thrive.

Enhanced Collaboration
Increased Productivity

Connected Worker Technologies Are Changing Team Communication

Connected worker technologies enable multimedia voice messaging, instant language translation, and seamless and secure authentication, making it easier for teams to connect and get work done on their own terms.

Discover solutions that are changing the frontline communication game.

  • PT3

    Push-To-Talk, Picture, and Video (PT3) Anytime, Anywhere

    While traditional push-to-talk (PTT) radios lack audio quality and integration capabilities, PT3 enables workers to share audio, video, and images across multiple smart devices.

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  • LANGUAGE
    AI-POWERED LANGUAGE TRANSLATION

    Real-Time Translation for Multilingual Workforces

    Artificial intelligence (AI) empowers workers with diverse linguistic backgrounds to communicate in their native languages. AI translates the content in seconds, fostering an inclusive workplace.

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  • TAP & GO AUTHENTICATION

    Seamless and Secure Access to Start Your Shift

    Don’t let passwords slow down your workers. Tap & Go Authentication offers instant access to the system, enabling teams to focus on their work without the hassle of remembering multiple credentials.

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A Connected Frontline Stays In the Loop, Anywhere

Connected worker solutions keep teams informed and engaged regardless of their device or location. With the Walt Smart Radio System, you integrate smart radio, mobile, and web apps to equip every frontline worker with the most advanced features for seamless communication.

Stay in Touch, No Matter Where

Break Down Language Barriers

Connected workers can connect with anyone, anywhere, regardless of range when using their Walt due to its smart features. Managers can keep a pulse on a team or site without having to be onsite. 

Protect Your Workers

Alerting
  • When a safety concern comes up, you can’t afford delays. Mass alerts allow managers to send out critical messages to your entire workforce instantly.
  • The Walt Smart Radio System helps you keep your team safe and informed with customized alerts to fit different needs and security levels.

Create Custom 1:1 and Group Channels

Unlimited Channels
  • When different teams are working on specific tasks, coordinating communication between the frontline and back office can be tricky. Workers or admins can create individual or group channels on the fly.
  • With organized communication, productivity stays high whether workers are discussing a problem to solve or coordinating a shift handoff.

Send Secure Audio, Video, and Images in Real Time

Multimedia Messaging
  • Sometimes words aren’t enough to explain a complex task or describe an issue. But the ability to instantly visualize a problem helps workers save time and resolve it faster.
  • With Walt, your team shares updates and information securely with multimedia messages, ensuring that every detail is clear and documented to keep everyone on the same page.
Break Down Language Barriers
Alerting
Unlimited Channels
Multimedia Messaging
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The Future of Frontline Work Is Connected with Walt

Connect your frontline workers while enhancing communication, improving productivity, and enhancing safety along the way.

Bridge the Communication Gap with the Best Connected Worker Software

weavix’s connected worker software integrates smart radio, mobile, and web devices, offering communication solutions to keep teams aligned wherever and whenever they need.

  • Simulcast technology

    Simulcast technology

    Integrate LTE and Wi-Fi capabilities for uninterrupted connectivity

  • AI-powered language translation

    Empower frontline workers to communicate regardless of their linguistic backgrounds

  • Flexible channel creation

    Tailor channels to specific teams or projects, ensuring that discussions remain organized

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    Alerts

    Keep your team informed and secure with instant notifications for safety concerns or emergencies, enabling rapid responses

  • weavix Music

    Create a positive work environment with music options that adhere to safety regulations

  • Dictation and text-to-speech

    Automatically convert spoken messages into text or listen to incoming texts for easy communication

Frequently
Asked
Questions

What are connected workers?

Connected workers are part of a system where every team member can use technology to communicate and collaborate effectively, regardless of their role or location. In the context of a frontline workforce, this means having the tools and resources to share information about manufacturing processes, access critical data, and work together seamlessly, whether they’re on the shop floor or working remotely.

Key characteristics of a connected workforce include:

  • Real-time communication
    By using connected worker platforms, they can share updates, messages, and files instantly, facilitating faster decision-making and coordination
  • Access to information
    Teams connect better when they can retrieve and share data and resources across multiple devices, enhancing their ability to perform tasks efficiently
  • Collaboration
    Workers can team up on tasks seamlessly, regardless of their spoken language, using a Smart Radio that supports video, audio, and text messaging with real-time translation
  • Empowerment
    Connected workers can contribute their insights and feedback, fostering a more inclusive and engaged workplace culture

What are the benefits of having connected workers?

Connected employees can improve the way how tasks get done, share valuable information, and streamline workflows and processes within a business. Whether you aim to connect workers in manufacturing, construction, or any other industry, empowering your team with the right tools can lead to benefits like:

  • Increased productivity
    By having immediate access to information and resources, frontline workers complete tasks more efficiently and make quicker decisions, ultimately boosting overall productivity
  • Faster problem-solving
    Real-time communication and access to information enable workers to identify and resolve issues quickly, minimizing downtime and preventing delays
  • Increased engagement
    Connected workers feel more involved and valued when they can easily communicate, leading to higher job satisfaction and lower turnover rates

How does connected worker technology contribute to workplace safety?

Connected worker technology contributes to workplace safety by enabling real-time communication, proximity location services, and immediate response to hazards, reducing the risk of accidents and injuries. Here’s how:

  • Emergency alerts
    With connected worker platforms, management can send out immediate alerts in case of fires, chemical spills, or severe weather conditions, helping workers evacuate safely
  • Collaboration and support
    Connective technologies facilitate teamwork among team members and supervisors, allowing for quicker reporting of concerns and adherence to safety protocols
  • Data analysis
    By analyzing safety-related data, managers can identify patterns and proactively address issues, improving the overall workplace safety culture

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How can you measure the impact of your connected worker strategy?

Companies can measure the impact of their connected worker strategies through various methods, including:

  • Performance metrics
    Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) like productivity and error rates helps identify improvements in efficiency, faster task completion, and fewer mistakes after implementing connected worker software
  • Safety metrics
    Monitoring incident rates helps determine if connected worker solutions improve safety protocols, reduce accidents, and foster a safer work environment
  • Technology usage analytics
    Analyzing usage data through connected worker tools provides insight into how effectively teams communicate, leading to improved efficiency and smoother operations

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Connect Workers

Connect Your Workers with weavix

Effective communication is a powerful tool. Give your workers a voice to connect, align, and stay safe.