There’s an Inspection App for That

Introduction

“That’s how we’ve always done it.” There’s a sentence we’ve all heard or said at one time or another. In the case of inspections, this is a statement that rings true for many businesses. While performing visual inspections with a pen and notepad is the traditional way to record data, there are now more efficient ways to complete inspections out in the field. Investing in a mobile inspection application can be a great way to save time, reduce cost, and improve safety over traditional methods.

It’s no secret that we live in a mobile world. With the evolution of technology and software, there are now plenty of opportunities to change our processes, and inspections are no different. There are currently more than 10 mobile inspection apps on the market and at least five of these are specifically designed for the oil & gas markets. These tablet apps can provide a much greater degree of efficiency than pen and paper, and offer better mobility and more built-in tools than a computer. And there are now intrinsically safe hardware options available.