Improving Workflow Efficiency: How General Dynamics Used Digital Screens for Real-Time Data Insights
The Client
Applied Physical Sciences Corporation (APS), a wholly owned subsidiary of General Dynamics, was established in 2002. With their expertise in advanced physics and mathematics, they provide cutting-edge technological solutions for both commercial markets and national security. They are a research and development firm with almost a quarter of their staff holding PhDs in mathematics, physics, and engineering. Their areas of expertise include maritime sensing systems, underwater communication, signal processing, and structural mechanics. They were acquired by General Dynamics, a globally known defense and aerospace organization, in 2012.
The Challenge
Working under General Dynamics, the rapidly expanding APS faced a major challenge managing their workflow within their office environment. Working in a highly dynamic field, they wanted to display their project updates in real-time. This would keep all the other stakeholders informed of the real-time status of the project and workflow data.
Besides, they wanted a robust and user-friendly system that could integrate seamlessly with the existing interface. Furthermore, they also focused on the reliability and speed of the system, which would leave no room for delay or discrepancies in information workflow within the team.
The Solution
To meet the needs of Applied Physical Sciences Corporation, Windows-based digital screens were deployed within their office environment. These screens were compatible with their existing infrastructure and made the integration process smooth and seamless. This eliminated the need for additional hardware procurement and reduced the chances of disruption and downtime.
The screens mainly displayed workflow data in real-time, thus keeping the project stakeholders updated every time. Furthermore, they chose the on-premise solution offered by Pickcel, which ensured top-notch security.
The screens were strategically positioned in prime locations to ensure maximum visibility and accessibility. Furthermore, the Windows OS, known for its user-friendliness, ensured that employees and staff didn't face any learning curve.
Key Benefits
Improved communication: The digital screens ensured that all the workflow-related information was updated instantly and accurately. Thus, the employees had access to real-time information on project status and other such crucial information.- Enhanced visibility and coordination: Real-time display and accessibility of key information reduced the communication gap between project stakeholders and facilitated better decision-making among team members.
- Operational efficiency: Immediate access to up-to-date information helped APS improve overall efficiency, enabling quicker responses to project status and requirement changes.
- Flexibility and reliability: The screens were Windows-based and user-friendly, ensuring they were easy to interact with and work with. Furthermore, the solution was integrated into the existing infrastructure smoothly without additional hardware or disruption.
The Result
Working in the fast-paced technological world, Applied Physical Sciences Corporation (APS) saw an improvement in internal communication after implementing Pickcel's solution. The real-time data updates enhanced communication and coordination among team members.