Modern day walkie-talkie that can save companies money showcased at Logistics Institute
IPv from evaris, a company operating from a business incubator space at the Institute, is the first voice communication service enabling office-based staff to talk to an entire workforce through a PC. The device, which operates in a similar vein to a walkie-talkie, means stationary staff can contact part of or a whole delivery fleet at once with the push of a button and removes the need for mobile phones.
The similarities to the old fashioned walkie-talkie end there though - IPv has a far greater reach, offering unlimited coverage by operating over the global, mobile phone network. The communication is secure and as it works by sending packets of data the internet, the cost of call is cheaper - cost is calculated by the amount of time spent actually speaking rather than duration of the call.
Companies using this technology not only save money by no longer needing to pay for standard mobile phone calls but costs are further reduced as it offers increased control - IPV cannot be used to make personal calls. Being in constant touch with a fleet anywhere in the world improves productivity and capital outlay is diminished as there is no need separate hand held devices such as radios.
This communications solution is one of many emerging technologies currently being demonstrated at the technology showcase area of the Logistics Institute. Set within a stunning, modern environment, the showcase a unique, permanent exhibition space available to partner companies that gives visitors an interactive understanding of the most innovative logistics technology from around the world.
IPv uses technology similar to Push to Talk which was heralded as a major breakthrough in mobile phone communications in the late 1990's. Whilst it became popular in North America - over 90billion connections were made there last year - it never really took off for public here who prefer to text. As evaris and Hull University Business School are showing, the real use for the UK lies within its huge logistics industry.
Michael Pennington, CEO of Evaris said, ‘IPv shortens the supply chain saving businesses time and money as well as improving productivity. By cutting out the need for mobile phones by voice enabling a handheld computer, amongst its many applications, this technology has the potential to save companies thousands, particularly within the logistics industry.'