Since everybody has a cell phone, you may be tempted to use cell phones at your business for daily communication purposes. It’s tempting. Especially if employees can use their own cell phones for work.
However, in situations where employees are constantly communicating, they’re on group calls, need to send out company-wide messages, and work outside in sometimes harsh environments, cell phones just won’t cut it. Instead, a push to talk two-way radio is the way to go.
Below, we’ll go over 8 ways why push-to-talk two-way radios are better than cellphones:
Glove-friendly
These days you have two options when it comes to cell phones: the cheaper, older cell phones with buttons or smart phones with touch screens.
Both of these options are not compatible with any type of work where you workers wear gloves. With cell phones that have buttons, thick gloves will make it impossible to pick individual keys without hitting multiple buttons at one time. And touch screens don’t work with gloves.
Push-to-talk (PTT) two-way radios on the other hand are extremely glove-friendly. To talk, workers just need to hold down the button on the radio and speak into it.
Car-friendly
If your company employs a fleet of vehicles, you know how dangerous phone usage can be. Rather than forcing employees to look down in order to type out a message or place a call on their cell phone (or forego communication altogether), the best option is to outfit them with PTT two-way radios that won’t force them to take their eyes off the road.
Durable
Even the best cellphones aren’t durable. Screens crack easily, dust gets into them, water destroys them. They end up being more costly than they’re worth, especially if they’re used outside, in harsh conditions, or on construction sites.
While not all PTT two-way radios are super durable, they’re rated for durability, making it easy to select one that’s right for the job. For example, if your employees work in conditions that expose them to dust and moisture, you’ll want to opt for a very durable model like the PTT-624G Rugged LTE Radio.
Instant Communication
Two-way radios put workers into contact with others in an instant.
Multiple Channels
Multiple channels allow you to silo specific work groups together, while also giving them access to other channels where they can reach other departments, managers, and the whole company.
Long Battery Life
Losing charge on the job can result in reduced productivity and in some cases, even put workers in danger. Unlike cellphones, two-way radios are built to hold a charge for long periods of time.
Secure Communication
Two-way radios are highly secure and private with encrypted communication channels to protect sensitive company communications and data.
Integration and Dispatch Software
Unlike cell phones, two-way radios can be easily integrated with other communication systems. At Peak PTT, we also offer dispatch software for easy organization and communication between dispatchers and other employees.
If you’re considering getting push-to-talk two way radios for your team , give us a call. We would be happy to answer any questions and recommend the most suitable platform and PTT two-way radio for your business. Our phone number is 855-600-6161.