4 Industries Where PoC Radios Fit In: A Closer Look

In today's fast-paced world, communication is of utmost importance in various settings. PoC (Push-to-Talk over Cellular) radios offer wide coverage and affordability, making them a versatile solution for various industries.

By leveraging cellular networks, they can ensure seamless communication over long distances as long as there is a signal. This is particularly beneficial for scenarios like businesses with multiple locations or large events that span different areas. It allows all involved parties to stay connected effortlessly.

Sports

POC radios utilize cellular networks, which generally offer extensive coverage. This allows for highly efficient event management, with real-time communication for organizers, staff, and security teams, ensuring smooth operations and effective emergency response. Unlike traditional radios that have limited range, PoC radios can maintain communication over long distances as long as there is cellular signal, ensuring that organizers, staff, and security teams can stay in touch regardless of where they are on the event site.

User case: Hytera PoC and BWC Equipment Enhances the Quality of Play at South Korean Golf Tournaments

The Korea Professional Golf Association (KPGA) wanted to deploy a reliable digital communications solution to enhance the experience of playing on Korean golf courses and to promote international golf tournaments in the country. Hytera provided HyTalk Push-to-Talk over Cellular solution with PNC380 PoC radio and VM780 body cameras to support group and individual calling, video streaming and data to aid KPGA officials, referees and operational staff to run more efficient golf tournaments in Korea. 

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Transportation

In the fast-paced environment of taxi operations, quick and efficient communication is crucial. POC radios allow taxi drivers to instantly contact the dispatch center or other drivers. For example, a driver can immediately report a change in their availability, such as if they finish a ride and are ready for the next pickup. This helps the dispatch center manage the fleet more effectively and allocate rides promptly. If a driver encounters a problem on the road, like a traffic jam or a mechanical issue, they can quickly notify the dispatch center using the POC radio, and the center can then make appropriate adjustments, such as redirecting other taxis to pick up waiting passengers.

Hytera PoC Fleet Management and Dispatching Solution Boosts Productivity of Turkish Taxi Companies

Hytera provided a Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PoC) solution to address the communication challenges faced by taxi companies. Central station staff are equipped with Hytera PNC370 PoC radios and a dispatching system, while each taxi driver is also issued a PNC370. The key advantage of the Hytera PoC system is its significant improvement in communication efficiency between central controllers and taxi drivers. As a result, taxi companies can now offer more efficient and faster service to customers, reducing passenger wait times.

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Campus

Campuses often host a variety of events, from sports games and concerts to academic conferences and cultural festivals. PoC radios are useful for event organizers to communicate with different teams and volunteers. They can quickly relay instructions about setup, changes in schedules, or handle any unexpected issues. In case of emergencies such as fires, medical incidents, or security threats, POC radios provide a quick and reliable means of communication. Campus security personnel can immediately alert each other and coordinate responses. 

For example, if there is a fire alarm in one building, security guards can use POC radios to quickly inform others about the location and extent of the situation, and direct people to safety.

User Case: Hytera PoC Solution Enhances Learning Environment at the American School of Dubai

The American School of Dubai occupies a very large campus with over 2,000 students, so a reliable communications system with full geographic coverage was essential to ensure the smooth running of the school and to enhance the safety of staff and pupils. Hytera’s PoC solution provided a simple way to solve the American School of Dubai’s communications issues, in particular how to cost-effectively provide coverage throughout the large campus area and its buildings. It also facilitates better interdepartmental communications via the multiple talk groups, which in turn improves the efficiency of daily operations. GPS location tracking makes it easy to find people and enhances the safety of everyone who works or studies at the school. 

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Chain Stores

Chain stores often have multiple locations, and equipping each store with PoC radios is a more affordable option than setting up complex and expensive dedicated communication networks. 

Compared to other communication devices or systems, PoC radios are relatively inexpensive. In a large chain store, different departments and staff members also need to communicate quickly. PoC radios allow for instant communication without the need to dial a number or wait for a call to connect like a phone. For example, a salesperson in the clothing section can immediately inform the stockroom staff about the need for a particular size or style of clothing to be restocked. They enable real-time communication between employees on different floors or different areas of a large store, useful in busy shopping periods when quick responses are crucial.