In a digital age saturated with sophisticated devices, relatively low-tech gadgets are understandably edged out. As with all other things tested by time and widespread adoption, however, it's sometimes the simpler technology that works better under certain conditions. This is the reason why two-radios have not been totally relegated to the communications museum: They still serve an important function in our day-to-day lives that their absence can be a total inconvenience.Below are some of the most important advantages of using two-way radios over cellular phones in the workplace.Two-way radios are more durableCellular phones are not exactly designed to be heavy-duty. If anything, they can be flimsy. A minor fall can be fatal to its delicate circuitry, and overexposure to outside elements like heat and moisture can likewise damage its frail components. In contrast, two-way radios are specifically designed to take a beating, as can be expected in environments where machineries, chemicals, and natural elements are a daily occurrence. In terms of battery life, two-way radios can also last longer than a single shift.Two-way radios allow for secure group communicationsBeing able to communicate with not just one person but with an entire group is what drives efficient teams, as is usually in the case of warehouses, construction sites, hospitals, and security organizations. Two-way radios eliminate redundant, person-to-person communication and therefore cut communication lags to a minimum. Real-time communication is crucial especially when time is of the essence, like in hospitals. Because two-way radios can also be encrypted so that only those who are members of the team can join the conversation, you can be assured of data security as opposed to using public networks that cellular phones utilize.Two-way radios are more reliableCellular networks are often overloaded in cases of emergency, as when disaster strikes. Their infrastructure can also be affected by outages, cutting off vital communication just when your company needs it. Two-way radios, on the other hand, offer a more reliable communication backbone not easily affected by power outages and calamities; hence, their reliability in times of crises.A variety of communication devices and channels allow enterprises to stay on top of their activities without compromising the essential aspects of communication. As illustrated above, two-way radios have their time and place even in a highly digitized or automated environment.
