While automated tool control solutions, such as the popular Itelmatic®, were created for state-side operations, they can be applied to overseas deployed locations to assist with tool and equipment accountability.

Business Case Analysis’ (BCAs) have shown the effectiveness of automated tool control in Department of Defense (DoD) operations.  Astonishing metrics, such as 20% decrease in inventory footprint, nearly flawless accountability through real-time tracking, and greater tool and equipment effectiveness from integrated software controls have positioned automated tool control solutions as the next best thing DoD acquisitions. Continue reading “Deployed Operations: Why Automated Tool Control” »

The Dyess Air Force Base C-130 aircraft maintenance managers faced a problem, a high level of accountability was needed to control their tools and equipment to prevent foreign object damage (FOD), but a manpower shortage required them to shift personnel away from their tool control facility.  Threatened with losing control over the manpower intensive tool and equipment control process and potential jeopardizing mission effectiveness and safety, the maintainers at Dyess looked for a solution. Continue reading “Dyess Air Force Base: An Automated Tool Control Case Study” »