Custom Connected Technology
Connected Worker uses hardware and software technologies to support frontline heroes in the field.
The technologies include a combination of:
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Wearables
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Desktop Computer/Laptop/ Tablet/Phone
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Camera
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Software that varies according to need
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Connectivity
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Database/Resource Center
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Mic and Speaker with noise- cancellation functionality for loud environments
![connected technology](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/connected-technology-img.png)
Frontline heroes and their supporters behind the scenes benefit from two-way audio, video communication, and conferencing technology.
The solution is optimized for wearable devices (which can be mounted on multiple types of headgear) but can also be enabled on smartphones and tablets:
HMT-1 with Utility Strap
Smartphone
When paired with customized software, the wearable device can be used to display and share the worker’s viewpoint on many devices, such as:
![utility strap](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/utility-strap-bottom%20(1).png)
CBT has the know-how to architect a solution that meets the unique needs of heroes in any industry.
See how Connected Worker technology has been used by frontline heroes in key industries to increase productivity, promote safety, and boost profits.
Healthcare
Healthcare heroes can consult with each other during procedures and while examining patients. Connected Worker technology can be used in telemedicine to:
![Train employees and transfer hands-on knowledge](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/1-Healthcare-Icon-1.png)
Train employees and transfer hands-on knowledge
![Examine patients remotely](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/2-Healthcare-Icon-2.png)
Examine patients remotely
![Receive real-time advice from specialists](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/6-Healthcare-Icon-6.png)
Receive real-time advice from specialists
![Flatten the learning curve for students/residents](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/4-Healthcare-Icon-4.png)
Flatten the learning curve for students/residents
![Complete documentation via voice command](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/5-Healthcare-Icon-5.png)
Complete documentation via voice command
Collaborate remotely using 1-on-1 and conferencing functionalities
![Experts from all over the world could collaborate and contribute to a critical procedure](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/3-Healthcare-Icon-3.png)
Experts from all over the world could collaborate and contribute to a critical procedure
![Expedite care](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/7-Healthcare-Icon-7.png)
Expedite care
![Decrease the use of PPE](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/8-Healthcare-Icon-8.png)
Decrease the use of PPE
![Perform hands-free thermal imaging to detect patient temperature](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/9-Healthcare-Icon-9.png)
Perform hands-free thermal imaging to detect patient temperature
Reduce the chance of infection
Every year, 2 million patients suffer from infections in the U.S.1
Decrease the infection rate of healthcare heroes by reducing the number of on-site workers needed for examinations, diagnoses, and care
Hospital infections result in 90,000 deaths each year.1
Reduce the chance of infection
5-10% of patients contract infections while receiving care in hospital environments.1
![Every year, 2 million patients suffer from infections in the U.S. 1](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/infection-img.jpg)
Oil & Gas
Texmark Chemicals used Connected Worker to achieve the Refinery of the Future.2 The petroleum product manufacturer found multiple IoT use cases for the technology.
The frontline heroes in the oil and gas industry who fuel our communities can use Connected Worker to:
Increase safety
![Equipment is certified for use in C1D1 environments](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/1-Oil-Icon-1.png)
Equipment is certified for use in C1D1 environments
![Frees utility workers’ hands and limits distractions](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/2-Oil-Icon-2.png)
Frees utility workers’ hands and limits distractions
![Reduce the maintenance equipment workers need to carry](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/3-Oil-Icon-3.png)
Reduce the maintenance equipment workers need to carry
![Manage asset integrity](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/4-Oil-Icon-4.png)
Manage asset integrity
Drive maintenance efficiency
![Receive IoT sensor readings](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/5-Oil-Icon-5.png)
Receive IoT sensor readings
![See historical trend data](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/6-Oil-Icon-6.png)
See historical trend data
![See previous maintenance logs](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/7-Oil-Icon-7.png)
Decrease the use of PPE
![Instantly gain virtual access to critical info, such as schematics, P&IDs, maintenance logs, manuals, etc.](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/8-Oil-Icon-8.png)
Instantly gain virtual access to critical info, such as schematics, P&IDs, maintenance logs, manuals, etc.
![View real-time asset readings and customizable data dashboards through the wearable](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/9-Oil-Icon-9.png)
View real-time asset readings and customizable data dashboards through the wearable
![Boost profitability via efficiency](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/10-Oil-Icon-10.png)
Boost profitability via efficiency
Bolster compliance procedures by
![oil](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/oil.png)
Taking photos and video via voice command
![list](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/list.png)
Gaining digital access via the wearable to meet compliance regulations/standards documentation
![mic](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/mic.png)
Using voice commands to fill out forms in the field and document completed work with timestamped, geo-located photos/videos
Increase training capabilities
![On-the-job training from remote experts anywhere in the world](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/14-Oil-Icon-14.png)
On-the-job training from remote experts anywhere in the world
![Incorporate process workflows and training videos to ensure high-quality work from any employee, regardless of experience level](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/15-Oil-Icon-15.png)
Incorporate process workflows and training videos to ensure high-quality work from any employee, regardless of experience level
Decrease time to respond in critical situations
Simply connect on-site employees to SMEs virtually so they can see through the on-site employee's eyes
Decrease time to respond in critical situations
Connect multiple experts to field rep for one-to-many conferencing advice
Decrease time to respond in critical situations
No need to fly in an expert resource
![Simply connect on-site employees to SMEs virtually so they can see through the on-site employee's eyes](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/oil-gas-bottom-img.jpg)
Utilities
Utility companies that supply vital water and power can use Connected Worker to support their frontline heroes as they install and service equipment in the field by allowing them to:
![Receive IoT sensor readings](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/5-Oil-Icon-5.png)
Receive IoT sensor readings
![See historical trend data](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/6-Oil-Icon-6.png)
See historical trend data
![See previous maintenance logs](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/7-Oil-Icon-7.png)
Decrease the use of PPE
![Instantly see manuals/ schematics](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/4-Utilities-Icon-4.png)
Instantly see manuals/ schematics
![Connect to remote experts](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/14-Oil-Icon-14.png)
Connect to remote experts
Communicate with the command center and expert resources through:
![Picture and video sharing](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/6-Utilities-Icon-6.png)
On-the-job training from remote experts anywhere in the world
![Live annotation](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/7-Utilities-Icon-7.png)
Live annotation
![Conferencing](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/8-Utilities-Icon-8.png)
Conferencing
Connected technology also keeps utility heroes safe by freeing their hands and limiting distractions. Connected Worker also replaces traditional paper and pen records.
Heroic utility workers can:
Conduct employee training and knowledge transfer
Heroic utility workers can:
Access standards and compliance information
Heroic utility workers can:
Enter data into spreadsheets and forms
Heroic utility workers can:
Retrieve and enter data needed for documentation without using their hands
![Conduct employee training and knowledge transfer](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/utility-bottom-img1.png)
Manufacturing
Industry Week reported that technologies that guide people who set up and operate equipment are instrumental.3 Connected Worker helps the heroes at the manufacturing companies we rely on for essential products:
![Train employees and transfer knowledge](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/1-Healthcare-Icon-1.png)
Receive IoT sensor readings
![Maintain quality control and standards](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/4-Oil-Icon-4.png)
Maintain quality control and standards
![Connect with remote experts for quicker repairs and maintenance](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/14-Oil-Icon-14.png)
Connect with remote experts for quicker repairs and maintenance
![Conduct audits](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/4-Manufacturing-Icon-4.png)
Conduct audits
![Promote safety](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/5-Manufacturing-Icon-5.png)
Promote safety
![Improve and expedite maintenance procedures](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/6-Manufacturing-Icon-6.png)
Improve and expedite maintenance procedures
![Reduce factory downtime which directly impacts the bottom line](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/7-Manufacturing-Icon-7.png)
Reduce factory downtime which directly impacts the bottom line
Reduce factory downtime which directly impacts the bottom line
![Reduce factory downtime which directly impacts the bottom line](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/manufacturing-bottom-img.jpg)
Construction
Brave construction workers are exposed to necessary risk as they complete crucial infrastructure projects. Connected Worker helps these heroes:
![Operate cranes: No more “blind lifts” or relying on hand signals](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/1-Construction-Icon-1.png)
Operate cranes:No more “blind lifts” or relying on hand signals
![Manage projects in the field](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/4-Oil-Icon-4.png)
Manage projects in the field
![Train employees and transfer knowledge](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/1-Healthcare-Icon-1-1.png)
Train employees and transfer knowledge
![Increase safety by freeing workers’ hands](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/4-Manufacturing-Icon-4.png)
Increase safety by freeing workers’ hands
In 2018, there were non-fatal injuries to 3 out of every 100 construction workers.4
With connected technology, construction workers stay in communication so they can get help quickly after an accident.4
![Danger](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/construction-bottom-img.jpg)
Automotive
Automotive worker heroes keep the U.S. productive and ensure our vehicles run safely. Connected Worker supports the automotive industry by helping with:
![Training service workers](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/1-Automotive-Icon-1.png)
Training service workers
![Training service technicians](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/2-Automotive-Icon-2.png)
Training service technicians
![Decreasing time needed for repairs](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/3-Automotive-Icon-3.png)
Decreasing time needed for repairs
![Inspecting products for nonconformities](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/4-Oil-Icon-4.png)
Inspecting products for nonconformities
![Providing technicians with remote expert resources](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/5-Automotive-Icon-5.png)
Providing technicians with remote expert resources
![Safety](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/5-Manufacturing-Icon-5.png)
Safety
Letting customers see what the technician sees
![Letting customers see what the technician sees](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/automotive-bottom-img.png)
Envision How Connected Worker Can Support Your Frontline Heroes
The use cases for Connected Worker are endless.
At CBT, we work with our customers to find appropriate use cases and customize the solution to meet their needs. We collaborate closely with organizations and their workers to innovate ways for using Connected Worker.
Once you see the technology in action, you’ll envision how it will transform your business.
Seeing is believing. Receive a virtual demo from a CBT expert and see for yourself what Connected Worker can do.
![cbt cbt](https://www.cbtechinc.com/hubfs/CBTechinc_May2023/images/cbt-logo-1-1.png)
SOURCES
- CB Technologies | https://www.cbtechinc.com/connected-worker-healthcare-solutions
- CB Technologies | https://www.cbtechinc.com/connected-worker-and-iiot-refinery-of-the-future
- Industry Week | https://www.industryweek.com/technology-and-iiot/article/21129510/technology-takes-center-stage-as-manufacturers-pivot
- Bureau of Labor Statistics | https://www.bls.gov/web/osh/summ1_00.htm#soii_as_t1.f.1