Windows 11: The Perfect Partner for Field Workers?

Security 

Windows 11 introduces several security enhancements to its users, including enhanced defences against malware with Secure Boot and better credentials protection via improvements to Microsoft’s biometrics security system, Windows Hello. Another key upgrade lies in Windows 11’s advancements in cloud security, securing remote and mobile workers. 

The Windows operating system also benefits from regular updates and support from Microsoft to ensure it stays secure.

More flexible devices

In the past, our customers have adopted a one-size-fits-all approach to their devices. Nowadays, we see more varied user personas and requirements, with customers seeking devices capable of adapting to different use cases to extend their lifecycles, and devices often having multiple users in different roles. 

One of the highlight features of Windows 10 was the ability to create different images by job role with the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) and System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). This allows public safety agencies and other security-conscious industries to set up individual images for different users with different sets of apps. An example of this is differentiating between Sergeants and Patrol Officers in police units. This reduces software licensing, automates and accelerates workstation setup, and allows IT admins to provide a better solution to each job role. 

This feature remains in Windows 11, and is combined with a new, optional presence-sensing feature, that can log users in when they approach and out when they walk away.

More mobile features

Windows 11 includes enhanced touch, pen, and voice input capabilities that will go a long way to supporting the productivity of mobile workers by enabling more hands-free use. 

Improved voice typing and dictation functionalities will bolster the voice picking solutions that TOUGHBOOK brings to supply chain, warehouse and retail users. Meanwhile, more intuitive and responsive touch and pen input upgrades support tablets and 2-in-1 laptops, a perfect partner for the rain sensing and glove-touch modes offered by TOUGHBOOK touchscreens.

Widely compatible 

Windows devices offer a multitude of interfaces and functionality to connect to a wide array of external devices directly. This can be critical for industries that need devices to interface with legacy equipment, from water pumps to electric substations. To take this even further, users can easily manage daily operations on a Windows device without reliance on cloud systems if required. 

A smooth migration 

Windows 11 is set to bring users high performance from their mobile devices; flexibility and easy integration with other infrastructure and a focus on data integrity and device-managed security. Combining this OS with TOUGHBOOK devices allows you to maintain the power, safety, and compatibility of a laptop while adding the agility and compactness of a tablet, for the ultimate mobile performance. 

With so many benefits, we are passionate about supporting our customers in migrating to Windows 11 to capture the best performance, reaping the rewards of early adoption. Reach out to the TOUGHBOOK team for further support in your journey, or to answer any questions you may have.