The vast majority (92%) who have used rugged technology first-hand are keen to invest in more, according to a new multi-industry study.

Rugged technology is set to form a vital part in the future of manufacturing, with 64% of manufacturing professionals believing that tougher devices will be essential in their workplace over the next two years, with 44% users stating that tougher devices will form a vital part of the 5G revolution.

The research, published by Samsung Electronics UK, took in the views of employees and decision-makers in the sector, among others, to reveal current attitudes towards rugged technology.

Rugged refers to hardware including smartphones, tablets, laptops and wearables designed to operate in extremely harsh environments and conditions.

Samsung uncovered an array of key insights into the benefits and attitudes towards the wider adoption of rugged tech, with those already using or deploying it in their workplace saying the following:

While more than two-thirds (68%) of users claim that they cannot imagine work life without rugged technology, the survey also revealed a strong will from non-users to deploy it in the future.

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Rugged technology to play pivotal role in future of manufacturing - The Manufacturer