TCM Net - March 10, 2010
MILFORD, Conn. --(Business Wire)-- Skymira LLC, a leading provider of state-of-the-art satellite and cellular technology solutions for the seamless management of remote operations, today announced that it had commenced implementation of a Remote Information System (RIS) for J. Irwin Company, a natural gas construction services firm based in Paige, Texas.
The first phase of implementation will automate remote technician field tickets. Time-sensitive information will be electronically captured and sent directly to the main office, replacing an older system of paper-based forms. The electronic forms will provide instant availability of decision-making information from the field, reduce errors and speed up billing cycles.
The implementation of automated field tickets is the first step in an architected plan of initiatives that will result in a comprehensive Remote Information System. Following this initial deployment, Skymira will develop additional applications beyond the automated field tickets, including time reporting integration with the main office, field equipment tracking, real-time inventory management and engine diagnostics.
"Our current paper forms are cumbersome, time consuming and susceptible to errors. The initial installations are already showing remarkable improvements and a measurable reduction in errors," said Angela Schultz, CEO, J. Irwin Company. "We're already looking ahead to the next phases of implementation, including integration of our time reporting and managing our inventory in real-time."
"The benefit of phasing in a comprehensive Remote Information System, rather than installing separate component applications, is that it enables J. Irwin Company to continually refine its business processes and reduce costs by adding new applications that are guaranteed to easily integrate with existing infrastructure and processes," said Robert Landsfield, CEO, Skymira, LLC. "As additional planned applications come online, the combined information they provide creates very powerful management tools to identify and eliminate hidden inefficiencies, thus reducing costs," added Landsfield.
As part of its Tailor-FitTM solutions, Skymira provides a full assessment of each client's needs and details of how they operate. This assures that clients are presented with a complete view of all areas within their business where access to remote information will drive increased returns. Where most companies implement only one or two high return applications, Skymira has observed that the companies continuing beyond this initial set of applications realize exponential returns. As more information is made available, increasingly complex challenges are solved, thus unlocking value often hidden within a company's existing processes.
About Skymira, LLC
Skymira delivers the industry's first truly tailored remote information solutions for seamless management of remote operations through a complete set of state-of-the-art satellite and cellular technologies. Designed to unlock the value in corporate remote information, Skymira TailorFit™ solutions are the perfect combination of technology, services and client-insight, tailored to the exact fit each business requires.
Providing proven cost-savings through timely access to a company's remote assets and information, Skymira supports a variety of functions, from streamlining paperwork to GPS fleet tracking and remote equipment monitoring, in the transportation, maritime, oil/ gas, construction, utilities, mining and forestry industries. Its partners are leading manufacturers and network operators including: Inmarsat, SkyTerra (News - Alert), Skywave, Iridium, EMS Satcom, Hughes, Thrane & Thrane, Wideye, and Sierra Wireless, among others.
Skymira was recently awarded the elite status of being named one of the Inc. 500 fastest growing companies for 2009. The firm was founded in 1998, and is based in Milford, Connecticut. Information about the company can be found at www.skymira.com
About J. Irwin Company
J. Irwin Company provides construction services for natural gas gathering systems. Throughout its 10 year history they have grown to over 300 employees by maintaining the industry's best people and providing its customers with top-notch results. The firm is based in Paige, Texas and more information about the company can be found at www.jirwinco.com.
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