Current statistics show that globally, the number of mobile users is now greater than the number of desktop users, and we can expect this global trend to expand into the industrial automation workplace. In fact, since engineers joining the workforce today are accustomed to using mobile devices in their private life, it is only natural that they would want to use the same devices to simplify their work life.
In this white paper, we discuss the challenges in industrial network management and show how a mobile monitoring tool can help keep you informed of network status, even when you are on the move. In addition, we will share experiences we have had helping customers from the rail industry reduce system downtime by utilizing the right mobile tools to quickly respond to network changes.