Improve worksite performance by connecting people and equipment through data

United Rentals, Inc. outlined steps that construction, industrial, and manufacturing companies can take to improve worksite performance by connecting people and equipment through data. The approach provides innovative yet practical ways that companies can link nearly every part of a worksite, from the perimeter gate to the back office, to increase safety, productivity, and sustainability.

United Rentals white paper highlights 

The white paper discusses how Worksite Performance Solutions can help companies drive improvements in three areas: 

• Safety: Busy, high-traffic worksites can be dangerous places, and the solutions outlined enable companies to increase safety and security in several ways. Site and equipment access linked to RFID-enabled badges ensures safe and authorized operations from the worksite perimeter to individual machines.
• Productivity: The data behind a connected worksite provides valuable insights into performance and opportunities to reduce equipment-related downtime. The cloud-based fleet management software, Total Control, and a suite of OnDemand technologies give contractors visibility and actionable insights that drive productivity.
• Sustainability: Using data and innovative solutions, companies can identify practical ways to reduce costs and work toward sustainability goals. From alternative solutions that help save on fuel costs like battery energy storage systems, and solutions like environmental monitoring, customers can choose practical solutions that help them achieve business goals.

"At United Rentals, our aspiration is to connect the worksite," said Tony Leopold, senior vice president, chief technology and strategy officer, United Rentals. "By jointly innovating with our customers, we are developing new ways to improve worksite safety, productivity, and sustainability."