As technology continues to reshape our business landscape, organisations are constantly seeking ways to improve efficiency and productivity. Technologies like Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and Synthetic Monitoring are becoming a business imperative. But what are these solutions, what do you need to consider and how can they benefit your business?

Different Organisations, Different Needs

RPA refers to software designed to automate routine tasks such as data entry, invoice processing, and customer service responses, which traditionally require human input. On the other hand, Synthetic Monitoring involves using scripts to simulate the path a user might take through a website or application to check its performance and availability.

While these might sound like solutions designed for large enterprises, the reality is that businesses of all sizes can benefit from RPA and Synthetic Monitoring. A local retail store can use RPA to manage inventory, and a small e-commerce business can utilise synthetic monitoring to ensure a seamless user experience on its website.

Planning an Implementation

Implementing RPA and Synthetic Monitoring requires careful planning. Start by identifying repetitive tasks within your business that could be automated using RPA. For Synthetic Monitoring, determine the critical workflows that have a direct impact on the user experience.

Work closely with a solution provider like AmdoSoft, who can guide you through the process, ensuring the solutions are tailored to your unique business needs.

How to Plan for Scale and Expansion

RPA and Synthetic Monitoring are not static solutions. They can be scaled and expanded as your business grows. To prepare for this, ensure the solutions are flexible and can adapt to changes in business processes. Furthermore, consider potential future needs of your organisation and how these technologies might support those needs.

The Value

The benefits of implementing RPA and Synthetic Monitoring are substantial. RPA can increase efficiency, reduce errors, and free up staff to focus on more strategic tasks. Synthetic Monitoring helps improve website or app performance, leading to better user experience and ultimately, customer satisfaction.

Together, these technologies can lead to a significant return on investment, boosting your bottom line while improving the overall operational efficiency of your business.

Conclusion

In the digital age, it’s important for businesses of all sizes to leverage innovative solutions like RPA and Synthetic Monitoring. AmdoSoft is leading the charge, offering these solutions that can revolutionise business operations and drive efficiency. By investing in these technologies, organisations can stay competitive, meet their customers’ needs, and secure their future success.

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In today’s hyper-connected world, businesses face an ever-growing demand for reliable and secure connectivity. Companies of all sizes are on journeys of digital transformation and the need for advanced networking technologies that can keep up with the pace of change has never been more pressing. Channel Tools is working with solution providers that are leading the pack with their range of advanced Wi-Fi routers. In this blog, we’ll explore why leading provider Teltonika Networks’ technology stands out from the crowd, and how it can help your business stay ahead of the digital curve.

So, what do you need to consider and how do routers from Teltonika Networks answer those considerations?

Reliability:

One of the most critical benefits you need from your solution provider is reliability. Teltonika Networks Wi-Fi routers are built with advanced technology that ensures a stable and consistent internet connection, even in areas with poor signal strength. This is especially important for companies that rely on a constant and uninterrupted connection for critical operations such as point-of-sale transactions, remote monitoring, and real-time data transfer.

Security:

With cyber threats increasing as well as evolving, security needs to be front of mind. Teltonika Networks Wi-Fi routers are designed with security in mind, with features such as advanced firewall protection, VPN support, and Secure Boot.

Ease of Use:

Teltonika Networks Wi-Fi routers are designed with ease of use in mind. They have a user-friendly interface that makes it easy to set up and configure the router, even for those with limited technical knowledge. This is especially important for businesses that may not have dedicated IT staff to manage their network.

Versatility:

Teltonika Networks Wi-Fi routers can be used in a wide range of business applications, from office use to industrial and remote environments. For example, the RUT241 is designed for use in transportation, agriculture, and energy sectors. This versatility makes them a cost-effective solution for businesses with diverse needs.

Use Cases:

Teltonika Networks Wi-Fi routers are being used in a variety of industries, including transportation, agriculture, healthcare, and retail. In the transportation industry, they are used for real-time tracking. In the agriculture sector, they are used for remote monitoring of crops and livestock, as well as for precision farming. In the healthcare industry, they are used for remote patient monitoring and telemedicine. And in the retail industry, they are used for point-of-sale transactions and inventory management.

Conclusion:

Teltonika Wi-Fi routers are a reliable, secure, and versatile solution for businesses of all sizes. Their advanced technology, ease of use, and wide range of use cases make them a cost-effective choice for businesses with diverse needs. By leveraging Teltonika Networks’ technology, businesses can stay ahead of the curve and take advantage of the latest digital transformation trends. With their unwavering commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, Teltonika Networks is a partner that businesses can rely on to help them navigate the ever-changing digital landscape.

Contact our team of experts today and find out what is the best solution for your business.

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Channel Tools, a leading company driving new technology distribution and integration solutions, and Disruptive Technologies, a provider of wireless sensors and IoT solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to accelerate the adoption of IoT technologies.

Channel Tools will add Disruptive Technologies’ wireless sensors and cloud-based platform to its available portfolio of solutions. This will enable businesses to collect real-time data and insights about their operations, allowing them to make more informed decisions and optimise their workflows. In addition, the partnership will allow Channel Tools to develop a sales channel for driving Disruptive Technologies’ IoT solutions in the EMEA region.

“We are excited to announce this strategic partnership with Disruptive Technologies,” said Kewal Gupta, CEO at Channel Tools. “Their innovative wireless sensors and cloud-based platform are a perfect fit for our portfolio of solutions. This partnership will allow us to offer businesses a comprehensive range of IoT solutions, driving efficiencies, streamlining operations and reducing costs.”

Disruptive Technologies’ wireless sensors and cloud-based platform are designed to be easily integrated into any environment, making it easy for businesses to collect data and insights in real-time. The platform provides businesses with the ability to monitor critical aspects of their operations. Their wireless sensors, with a form factor about as small as a coin can be used for a wide range of applications, from temperature and humidity monitoring to occupancy detection and asset tracking. The sensors are small, durable, have a long battery life, are easy to install, and can be customised to fit your specific needs.

“We are excited to join the partnership with Channel Tools. This will enable us to expand our reach in the European region” said Thomas Caspersen Nielsen, VP of Sales EMEA of Disruptive Technologies. “There is a huge interest in IoT sensors and infrastructure, and together with our partners we will provide companies with the insights they need to operate smarter, more efficiently, and more sustainable.”

If you are interested in finding out more about our agreement with Disruptive Technologies, please contact us.

About Channel Tools

Channel Tools is a leading company driving new technology distribution and integration solutions. The company works with high potential, emerging, and innovative technology vendors to support their growth and adoption with channel. In addition, Channel Tools provides comprehensive marketing services. For further information, visit channel-partnerships.com.

About Disruptive Technologies

Disruptive Technologies is a provider of wireless sensors and cloud-based solutions for IoT applications. The company’s sensors are small, wireless, and can be easily integrated into any environment, making it easy for businesses to collect real-time data and insights about their operations. For more information, visit www.disruptive-technologies.com.

Contracts are a company’s lifeblood. Delays in contract signings have a direct impact on revenue. The bottleneck of productivity: legal departments. Volatile market conditions, complex business relationships and legal frameworks increase their workload. One solution to up efficiency and reduce costs is legal tech and automated contract review.

We provide an overview of which software can effectively support which contract management processes, how users can ensure high quality in contract review tools, and how legal departments can improve their future readiness.

Golden 20s? Challenges in Contract Management

On average, companies lose more than 9% in sales due to slow contract management processes . This is the conclusion of a study by the World Commerce and Contracting association. The economic impact of slow contract processes varies, depending on industry and company size . But anyone who works in  legal will be able to confirm: Contract management is time-consuming as it involves a lot of manual effort.

According to an EY study, the workload will increase by an average of 25% in the coming years without any increase in staffing. That’s why investments in technology will skyrocket and demand is already increasing. While 70% of companies have developed a technology strategy for their contract management, 99% lack the data and technological foundation to implement effective change.

Solution Building Block: Legal Tech

Legal Tech is a buzzword that’s never missing from any discussion about more efficient processes in legal departments.

What is Legal Tech?

Legal Tech refers to all digital applications specifically designed to speed up legal activities, improve the effectiveness of legal support, and make it easier for people to access legal services.

The spectrum of legal tech is wide, ranging from simple rule-based applications such as document management systems for law firms to legal tech AI, i.e. tools that automate work processes using artificial intelligence.

In contract management, legal tech can be used in all phases of the contract lifecycle, from contract review to document archiving.

The 5 Phases of the Contract Life Cycle

Which lifecycle phases a contract goes through varies depending on the type of contract. Individual phases can be skipped and the order of the phases might change. In principle, however, five phases can be identified in contract management, with numerous opportunities for digital support.

1. Initiation

In this phase, companies decide that a contract needs to be concluded, for example because a product is being sold or a business partnership is being entered into.

By using document automation applications, lawyers can access standardized contract templates that speed up drafting. Other digital solutions offer add-ins for text editors so users can search legal databases directly from the contract document.

2. Negotiation

In this phase, the terms of the contract are negotiated, including price, deliverables and liability. Employees review contract drafts and templates.

Cloud-based software solutions can simplify the process by allowing the various parties to leave change requests and comments on paragraphs directly in the document.

3. Conclusion

The contract is signed and both parties exchange the necessary documents and records.

Digital signature applications eliminate the need for on-site appointments and reduce waiting time which is unavoidable when sending documents by mail. Thanks to encryption and certification, digital signatures are often even more secure than handwritten signatures on paper (reversal of the burden of proof).

4. Implementation & Monitoring

The terms of the contract come into force and the services are provided. Companies monitor implementation and compliance with the contract. If necessary, they agree on changes and adjustments to the contract.

Document Management Systems (DMS) serve as a central repository for contracts and simplify management, for example, through tagging and notification of deadlines. Contract analysis tools make it possible to extract data from contracts and identify opportunities for business development via comprehensive evaluations.

5. Termination

The contract is terminated or reaches the end of its term. Contract documents are archived in accordance with applicable law.

Legally compliant archiving is a function of DMS. Documents are removed from the operational system to optimize processing power and are stored securely and searchably in cost-efficient archive systems.

Legal Tech Use Case: Automated Contract Review

While digital solutions have long been available for managing and archiving legal documents, researching sources and creating contract templates, the actual review of contracts has hardly been accelerated. The comparison of old and new contracts, the compliance check with internal regulations, requires the expertise of lawyers. Automated contract review promises to open the bottleneck of productivity.

Benefits of automated contract review

• Massive acceleration of contract review
• Fewer errors due to lack of focus
• Consistent review quality
• Review by departmental staff possible

The market for automated contract review is growing. To assess the quality of the applications, it is necessary to understand the different ways in which the tools work. This is because the performance of classic automated contract review differs significantly from the capabilities of AI-based tools.

How does classic automated contract review work?

Without going into the workings of individual tools, classic automated contract review works according to the following principle:

The contract is entered into the system, either as a text document or a scan of a paper document.

The system works on the basis of defined rules or algorithms and thus searches the contract for specific clauses or language patterns.

The system then performs pre-defined actions, including marking matches or mismatches or generating a report. If a free-text search is offered, the software only finds content if there is a 100% word match.

Since the classic automated contract check is based on fixed rules/algorithms, it is prone to errors. As soon as contract sections are worded differently than defined, discrepancies or matches are not detected. The support provided by such tools can prepare the review by a lawyer in simple contract cases, but in many cases it increases the risk of errors.

How well does contract review AI?

Unlike classic contract review tools, AI-based applications work with self-learning algorithms.

Users provide feedback to the software where it has misrecognized text passages. Over time, the contract review AI gets better and better in its results. The drawback: training takes a lot of time and is expensive. Pre-trained artificial intelligence works in a similar way. If companies already have a large number of contracts in the way they will be audited in the future, the AI can be pre-trained. This reduces the training effort for companies, but it’s costly and in most cases there is not a large enough dataset to perform reliable training. In addition, this type of AI is prone to errors, as new wording or contract components that were not included in the training are not recognized.

The alternative is artificial intelligence that understands texts on the meaning level. These semantic algorithms do not need to be trained. They read documents similarly to humans and can recognize discrepancies and matches even in text sections that are worded completely differently.

An example of a contract review AI of this category is semantha®. The application offers high review accuracy because it understands texts at the level of meaning. Thus, it’s possible to compare different phrasings without training. At the same time, it minimizes the risk of errors by consistently following a human-in-the-loop approach: Legal professionals and artificial intelligence work hand in hand and  combine the strengths of humans and machines.

More info on semantha for contract review

The future of (automated) contract review

Legal tech is about to fundamentally transform the way legal departments work. Investment in contract management tools will increase significantly in the coming years. Out of sheer necessity.

While automation is already commonplace in other areas of business, the automation of legal processes is only starting to take off. With the rapid progress in artificial intelligence, it is now more and more possible to outsource demanding tasks to AI, tasks that previously required human judgment.

Among lawyers, this evolution is viewed quite critically. And understandably so. However, the concern about becoming replaceable and losing jobs to AI is holding back the digital transformation of legal departments.

Instead of viewing AI as competition, lawyers should see the smart tools for what they are: Tools whose value depends on how they are used. It’s true, the technology will change how lawyers work, but it’s also true that these tools will increasingly become a necessity for achieving competitive efficiency.

What are the use cases for AI in your legal department?
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This is an article written by Moritz Maier at thingsTHINKING.

Introduction

Are you looking for a way to keep your organisation safe and secure, monitor certain spaces or moderate, monitor and comply with any policies and guidelines within your industry, but you’re not sure where to start? but you’re not sure where to start? There are a number of camera solutions that could suit your needs.

But which video technology solutions are available and how can they benefit your business? First, let’s look at the different types of cameras.

IP/PTZ/Fisheye

IP camera’s, or Internet Protocol camera’s, are commonly used for surveillance but unlike CCTV cameras, they require no local recording device, only a local area network. These cameras receive control data and send image data via an IP network.

A PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) camera is built with mechanical parts that allows them to swivel from left to right, tilt up and down, and zoom in and out of a scene. PTZ cameras are a great option for providing wide coverage, covering blind spots or large areas with a single camera.

Fisheye cameras offer a panoramic view with a wider angle offering up to a 360-degree field of vision. They are typically used to cover larger geographic areas and expansive locations.

Available Options

IP PTZ cameras from Bolide Technology can quickly move between user-defined presets, tours, and positions. Using premium components provides extended life span and millions of rotations. They are auto-tracking, meaning they follow moving persons and objects as they enter and exit the camera’s view. Contact us to learn more about the options available or take a look for yourself.

Where do you want your video footage stored?

The first video recorder to note is a digital video recorder (DVR). These are electronic devices that records video in a digital format to a disk drive, USB flash drive, SD memory card, SSD or other local or networked mass storage device.

DVRs connect to security cameras with an analog video cable and provide a more budget price for multiple cameras, however, multiple cables are required. Another thing to note is that the analog signals power decreases with distance so if you were looking to capture video at a large distance, this can lead to poor video quality due to a weaker signal. Although some DVRs offer audio connections, they don’t always have enough audio ports for every camera.

Another option is a network video recorder (NVR) which records video footage and stores it on a hard disk, a mass storage device, or cloud storage. They are paired with digital IP cameras to create a video surveillance system.

An NVR receives pre-processed video files from IP cameras over ethernet cables or wireless connection. Comparing to a DVR, NVRs only need one cable to send power and signal. They also use newer technology such as AI motion detection and audio so may be a better option for your business if audio and a better signal are required.

Mobile Video Solutions

Depending on your needs, a mobile video solution may be a great option as they can easily be moved from location to location. There are a range of mobile video solutions available on the market including Mobile Dashcams, Mobile DVRs and Mobile Cameras.

As well as remote monitoring of mobile assets, Mobile Dashcams are very useful for vehicle surveillance. Do you have a fleet of vehicles? Mobile Dashcams can help with any potential accident insurance claims, reduce insurance premiums and can be used to record driver behaviour. Keeping your staff safe is important and Bolide Technology can also provide driver behaviour alert systems which helps drivers stay alert and focused, reducing vehicle accidents. Distractions and signs of fatigue are detected and the driver’s attention to the road is monitored with visual and audible alerts in real time.

Conclusion

Each camera solution has its own benefits and drawbacks. It is also important to consider what resolution and data you will need to be best suited to your needs. We work with Bolide Technology, a worldwide manufacturer and ISO 9001:2008 certified distributor of CCTV surveillance products and accessories based in Southern California, to provide all your camera needs. Still not sure which camera solutions are best suited for your requirements? Contact us today to learn more.

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Organisations are increasingly turning to AI-driven technologies to analyse data, trends, and performance. With growing competition and time constraints, organisations of all sizes and across every sector increasingly need to make quicker decisions to win more customers and achieve their goals. Many of these organisations see real-time data analysis as a critical component of their plans to measure and affect changes, such as enhancing customer experience, increasing safety, and improving product quality.

As a result, organisations across all sectors are looking at AI-driven technologies such as Video Analytics to analyse real-time images and videos. Computer Vision Analytics enables live data analysis and decision making. It applies deep learning techniques to captured images and video streams collected from intelligent cameras.

Introducing Viana from meldCX

In response to the increasing demand for sophisticated vision analytics tools, Australian AI company meldCX™ has developed Viana™, an AI-powered vision analytics solution that allows organisations to leverage vision analytics software through a straightforward interface to gain real-time insights from images and videos.

Viana employs Synthetic Learning, Vision AI and edge inferencing to capture human and vehicle activity across various use cases to produce insights. By deploying Viana, organisations can quickly measure and react to how customers work, shop, learn and play in physical and digital environments without complicated hands-on AI development.

Teaching Machine Learning Model with Synthetic Data

Viana™ creates solutions through the GAN (General Adversarial Networks) method by using a game engine, like a virtual 3D environment, to create synthetic data in its virtual world. The result is better privacy compliance for the customer, as no identifiable data is captured, alongside reducing costs in the data-gathering stage of the machine learning workflow.

Viana™’s impressive edge stack includes cameras, sensors, an inference engine, and a media player. Requests are sent in real-time to the cloud for processing, and business intelligence data is then pushed into the Viana™ interactive dashboard, ready for end-users to view.

Available as a SaaS solution, Viana™ has a variety of buildable out-of-the-box AI modules for Anonymous Audience Measurement, Signage Content Effectiveness, Traffic Measurement, Licence Plate Recognition, Parking Management, People Counting, Zone Engagement, and Programmatic Advertising. In addition, meldCX has custom solutions for highly specialised use cases supported by bespoke model training and delivers results in shorter time frames at lower costs.

Viana™ allows organisations to analyse images and videos using machine vision and artificial intelligence data without latency issues because all processing is done at the edge. The solution is trained using anonymised synthetic data, ensuring that any data collected is anonymised and secure.

Organisations also have the choice to consume Viana™ in multiple ways; Ready to Go, Bring your own AI model, and a bespoke or personalised offering.

Learn more about the Viana™ solution

meldCX aims to simplify IoT, AI, and computer vision with the Viana™ solution, so organisations can effortlessly access the cutting-edge technology to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Organisations of all sizes can now use AI-driven vision analytics technologies, leveraging the expertise and experience of meldCX to deploy elegant AI data-driven business enhancements.

meldCX is working in partnership with Tech Data and Channel Partnerships to help organisations evaluate their visual analytics solutions. Channel Partnerships can set up a meaningful and tailored demonstration that will show the Viana™ solution working for a real-world evaluation.

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How IMSCAD is helping to integrate true Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) solutions for architectural and design firms across the globe.

IMSCAD is one of the world’s leading specialists in graphics virtualisation. The company has a close working relationship with its customers and suppliers, including partnerships with Autodesk and SolidWorks. Additionally, it acts as the CAD consultant to many leading Citrix and VMware virtualisation specialists.

IMSCAD has the remote capabilities to roll out projects across the globe, thanks to its locations in London, New York, and Zurich. They deliver virtualised applications and desktops to architecture, design, and manufacturing firms. “We’ve done much work with smaller practices with systems that range from just one server and ten users,” says IMSCAD CEO Adam Jull, “but the biggest is currently for 3,500 users, rolled out across 80 offices.”

With over 500 successful projects completed, IMSCAD can draw upon unrivalled experience in deploying CAD applications in virtualised environments.

One notable project has been for Parkhill, a multidiscipline architecture and engineering firm in the USA with more than 300 creative, technical, and support personnel. Parkhill provides collaborative and innovative services to the public sector alongside private healthcare providers, faith-based organisations, and commercial clients.

With a remote architectural workforce in multiple locations, Parkhill decided to investigate virtualisation as a potential solution to complement their growing workflow demands. Parkhill reached out for support from IMSCAD because of their specialist knowledge in virtual graphical software deployments.

Following IMSCAD’s consultancy advice, Parkhill invested in sixteen physical servers running Nvidia RTX8000 GPUs, supported by a 3Par storage array. IMSCAD configured and optimised the host servers and migrated the environment to a fully virtualised production infrastructure. This approach culminated in a new, robust, fully functional VDI graphics environment optimised for Parkhill’s high-intensity CAD workflows. Parkhill has now moved confidently into deployment for over 300 users.

Parkhill can now efficiently share its complex and graphically intensive data from any office location. The VDI system is accessible to all Parkhill team members, providing seamless communication between internal and customer teams.

Are you thinking of moving your CAD workflow to a virtualised infrastructure?

Try the IMSCAD NVIDIA vGPU Guided Demo and see how their VDI solutions can deliver impressive performance. The demo includes a consultation and a review with an IMSCAD specialist, so you can fully evaluate the IMSCAD VDI solution and how it can help improve your graphics-intensive workflows.