With the continued enhancements of computers, smartphone capabilities, and computing tablets, many professionals are lost in the current fog of technology. This session will share highlights from a research project that examined the five most accepted smartphones, tablets, and applications pertinent to the facility and construction profession. A panel discussion will also provide a look at the future use of personal electronics and what professionals can do to boost productivity and meet increased demands. This session will enable you to:

Identify how facility professionals currently use smartphones and tablets through reviewing research.
Develop a personal efficiency profile using smartphone and tablet technologies.
Identify which technology devices and applications rank highest.
Describe the future of handheld computing and how professional practices will change.