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Automated machines: Advantages and disadvantages

Technology has changed the face of manufacturing in the last 30 years. Back in the old days, all manufacturing work was done using human labor. These days though, automation using technology and computers is a competitive advantage, allowing for companies to mass produce products at a high quality standard and at speed. This means that automation is essential for most companies that wish to stay competitive in the industry. However, while automation offers many advantages in the industry, there are some negative aspects about it too. Advantages of automation Reduced production time: an automated machine speeds up production because the…

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The Rise of Robotics in Warehouse Fulfillment

Robots might traditionally have been the stuff of science fiction movies, but these days they’re rapidly becoming a permanent fixture in the way manufacturers handle the fulfillment side of their business. “Dumb” robots have been used to fulfill repetitive tasks like product assembly for decades, but the rise of artificial intelligence have led to the creation of so-called “smart” robots that can perform a much more expansive number of tasks. As such, smart robots can work both autonomously and work alongside humans. Early Adopters of Smart Robots Amazon.com Inc. can be considered as the pioneer in using smart robots, having…

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The Business of Avoiding Identity Theft

Business owners have enough to fret about on a daily basis, so needing to deal with hackers is something they would rather avoid. With that being said, you are seeing more and more in the news about identity theft thieves aka cyber-criminals getting away with breaking into business websites. When such activities occur, business owners can be left with financial issues and of course public relations nightmares. While there are different tricks of the trade to lower the odds your business site will fall victim to identity theft thieves, some of these tricks ultimately boil down to just plain old…

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The Best Travel Apps for 2016

travel apps for 2016

We are more and more reliant on our phones and tablets for ever aspect of our life so what makes traveling any different? Take a look at some of the most popular and best travel apps for 2016 and make sure you are ready to have the best possible time on your next trip. Google The search giant has long since ventured into a variety of industries and travel is no different. Google Flights allows you to “farecast” with the best of them. You can pick flexible dates and even flexible locations to ensure you get the lowest fares possible. Once you get…

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Optimising your website for mobile use

One of the biggest tech stories last year was ‘mobilegeddon’. This saw many companies finding that their websites had been penalised in Google’s search engine rankings through not catering adequately for mobile users. As mobile users now perform an increasingly large percentage of online tasks, it’s incredibly important that your website can be easily used on a variety of mobile devices. So whether you’re running a simple lifestyle blog, or even a online gaming resource, here are some tips to help you survive mobilegeddon. Mobile versions If you’ve already got an established website and you want to create a quick…

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Weighing the Pros and Cons of the Cloud

You may not realize how much you already know, but you are almost certainly quite familiar with the private cloud. In the most straightforward language, the cloud or cloud computing equates to working with information and programs over the internet as opposed to a computer’s hard drive. The cloud is the term for software programs and resources operate with the Internet rather than your PC. Some companies, such as Google, are addressing security fears appropriately. Fairly recently, Google publicized it will encrypt data files for customers who have purchased cloud storage. Choosing a secure network server will provide you security across…

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No wifi in America? Rise above it with a 4G smartphone

Gone are the days when people searched the city for a free Wi-Fi hotspot to check their email, monitor sports scores, and update their social network pages. Today most Americans simply take the Internet with them wherever they go. There are currently 326.4 million wireless subscriptions in the United States. To put that in perspective, that’s more subscriptions than the number of people living in this country. That’s a staggering statistic, but it also points to the importance of wireless networks to our tech-savvy society. Today there’s no need to seek out a Wi-Fi hotspot because most smartphones are much…

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Why Making Your Home Smart Is A Smart Move

Manually turning on thermostats and lights is both exhausting and inconvenient. One for instance can stab toes on misplaced objects while searching for the light switch. When one automates the house, everything can be operated with the click of a button. This means that one can switch on the lights from their tablet and turn on the thermostat so as to warm the house before they get home. It also means that one can set intervals when the light comes on and off to give the home a lived-in look when away on holiday. According to progressiveautomations.com, home automation also…

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How remote workers could be putting your business data at risk

The UK’s army of remote workers is growing. You may have embraced the notion of working from home – but have you overlooked the data security implications of this fast-evolving way of operating? Here’s what should be on your radar… The figures: do employees take security seriously? Office for National Statistics research indicates that almost 14% of us now work remotely on a regular basis. Hassle-free access, real-time collaboration tools, instant messaging, lag-free video conferencing: advances in all of these areas (not to mention the onward march of the smartphone) help to explain why the proportion of firms with at…

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The Latest Important Trends in Web Design

Web design is just about everywhere you look these days. Whether you’ve had to adopt the role of designer to boost a startup endeavor that’s struggling to come up with enough resources, or you’re a web designer by trade, everyone is looking for new ways to get ahead of the curve. Even web design at an educational level is increasing in popularity as we move further into the future, with plenty of technically-minded students seeking out future careers in the industry. It’s no surprise, as web design is one of the most creative and steady occupations out there, and it’s…

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