Handheld Data Collection

Handheld data collection has come of age and the question on providers' lips is now whether or not to have handheld data collection or automatic meter reading (AMR).

There are now a vast number of modes by which handheld data collection can be made, utilising technologies such as the Internet, radio frequency, SMS, satellites/GPS, or a range of wireless mechanisms.

The handheld data collection market is changing as dynamically as every other aspect of the technology market, as consumer demand, technological capability and manufacturing costs veer wildly.

Whatever handheld data collection method is employed, it is important to ensure that the data that gets collected can be processed and made meaningful to supervisors, managers and consumers alike.

That is why any electronic meter reading investment is wasted without investment in the information system processing the data.

Seven X is an end-to-end data collection and management system that can process data collected by any medium, be it manually, through handheld data collection, or any remote form of technology that may be waiting in the wings.

By ensuring that the information system behind handheld data collection is completely scalable and able to be integrated, the long-term viability of the business is secured regardless of what type of data collection method is used.

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