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Wearables: Are They Fit
for the Workplace?
Thanks to the increasing miniaturization of components, a decline
in sensor and chip prices, longer battery life, improvements in
communication and lower connectivity costs, wearables are on the
brink of mainstream adoption.
Executive Summary
It is predicted that by 2017, 30% of smart
wearables will be inconspicuous to the eye.1
Wearable devices are not new, and include far
more than just smart glasses or smart watches.
In fact, they date back to the 1960s, when Bell
helicopter experimented with head-mounted
displays coupled with an infrared camera –
providing military helicopter pilots with the ability
to land at night in rough terrain.2
In the 1990s, Boeing took a major step – using
heads-up displays to ensure that pilots did not
have to look down to see critical dashboard infor-
mation mid-flight. Boeing later used wearables to
provide instructions to wire-assembly engineers,
eliminating the need for paper manuals.
Today, wearables have officially arrived. Fitness-
monitoring devices such as Jawbone and Fitbit,
for example, have quickly become huge hits in the
consumer wearables market – accelerating the
adoption of these systems.
As components become smaller and cheaper and
communications and connectivity continue to
improve, wearables are poised to penetrate the
workplace.
Breaking Through the Workplace:
Easier Said than Done
Most workplaces, including many industrial
environments, are well suited for wearables
– primarily because they have been shown to
enhance employee productivity and satisfac-
tion. According to Human Cloud at Work (HCAW),
“Experts from Goldsmiths, University of London,
have found that wearable tech in the workplace
increases productivity by as much as 8.5%.
Further, findings show that wearing wearable
technologies increases employee satisfaction by
3.5%.”3
The adoption of wearables in the workplace
is expected to be fuelled by two factors: First,
workers in the field or standing at a machine
are arguably more in need of real-time data
than a person exercising in a gym or working in
a traditional office setting. Secondly, wearables
workplace applications provide a far superior ROI
than those designed for the consumer market.
This is evidenced by a successful pilot conducted
by DHL Netherlands. Vuzix Smart Glasses and
augmented reality software improved efficiency
by 25% during the picking process, reduced
errors and enabled hands-free operations.4
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Real-time data and insight fed to an operator
precisely when they need it can significantly
improve productivity and efficiency. Wearables
that are best suited for industrial applica-
tions, including Google Glass, Vuzix and Epson
augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, enable
engineers and technicians to access informa-
tion from mobile devices and the cloud, and
perform hands-free
operations in the
field. When these
products’ AR capa-
bilitiesarecombined
with MTConnect
and other industrial
data-exchange
protocols, machine
monitoring and
management infor-
mation can be
availableataglance,
in realtime.5
Yet in spite of their advantages, wearables
face some very basic challenges. In this white
paper, we will examine the valid concerns of
many companies, and cite business cases where
wearables fit into the industrial workplace. We will
also provide a blueprint for introducing wearables
into work environments.
DistractedEmployees,UsabilityandPrivacy
How safe is it for employees to walk around
with something in their line of sight, especially
in hazardous environments such as an oil rig? A
University of Central Florida study revealed that
wearing a hands-free headset can result in the
same mental delays as using a phone.6
There is also the matter of usability. For example,
devices such as augmented reality glasses and
smart watches require users to interact with them
via capacitive touch and speech commands. This
is acceptable if the working conditions do not
require technicians to wear protective gloves and
the environment is relatively quiet. However, if
field engineers perform their jobs in a hazardous,
inherently noisy workspace such as an oil rig or
factory, voice controls would not be effective.
Finally, there is the question of privacy. Organi-
zations are reluctant when it comes to allowing
employees to move around their work environ-
ment wearing augmented reality glasses and
recording everything they see without necessary
security controls in place. And employees
certainly don’t want their managers watching
their every move throughout the work day.
So do the advantages of wearables in the
workplace outweigh these issues? Are these
concerns merely due to misconceptions? Are
issues like making the wrong choice, choosing the
wrong design, or using wearables for the wrong
purpose preventing their widespread adoption in
work environments?
For wearables to function well in workplaces, they
must be viewed as non-intrusive, performance-
boosting accessories that simplify, rather than
complicate, workers’ tasks so they can focus on
their primary jobs. They should repurpose or
enhance a device/technology that workers are
used to – such as safety glasses, gloves, etc., –
rather than force them to accommodate new,
unfamiliar or awkward equipment.
Wearables Done Right
Enterprise-level wearables must be simpler to
use and more practical than typical consumer
products – with the functionality workers need,
and without distracting them from their main job.
Workers already wear safety glasses on the floor
or in the office. These devices can be enhanced
with high-tech features that support:
•	 Assistance with executing tasks through a
checklist of activities.
•	 Audio and video collaboration with subject-
matter experts.
•	 Automation of simple, discrete tasks such as
barcode-scanning in a warehouse.
•	 Workflow automation, such as identifying
defective parts, feeding updated inventory
into the ERP system, etc.
Similarly, a non-intrusive smart watch can provide
factory workers with real-time updates of manu-
facturing activity and notifications across noisy
shop floors. Haptic (touch) feedback from a smart
watch, for example, helps ensure that a machine
operator does not miss an announcement – even
in a loud environment.
The list of practical applications for wearables
is seemingly endless, and need not be limited to
glasses and watches. Take the “smart glove” for
instance, which changes color to alert engineers
when they are in a toxic zone.
For wearables to function
well in workplaces, they
must be viewed as non-
intrusive, performance-
boosting accessories
that simplify, rather than
complicate, workers’ tasks
so they can focus on their
primary jobs.
Below are examples of how we have helped
companies study and embrace wearables to
improve the productivity and efficiency of their
day-to-day operations.
Enhancing Asset Transfer Management for
Forklift Operators
The Challenge
•	 Forklift operators have manual / printed
instructions for transferring assets from one
part of the warehouse to another to make
space and perform other related tasks.
•	 Asset-transfer operations involve forklift
operators scanning the barcode on the assets
to be moved, taking them to the required desti-
nation shelf, and again scanning the assets and
shelf locations designated with a barcode.
•	 This process was inefficient – necessitating
manual data capture and requiring forklift
operators to frequently get off and on the
forklift for barcode scanning.
The Solution
•	 Forklift operators equipped with wearable
devices powered by Google Glass can view
asset transfer instructions on the wearable’s
heads-up display.
•	 Operators can scan barcodes on assets and
shelves without having to leave the forklift,
resulting in more efficient operations and less
effort.
•	 They can update the asset-transfer informa-
tion using the wearable app; the information is
made available in real time to the warehouse
operations manager.
Improving Insurance Claims Adjustment
The Challenge
•	 When a home or commercial property
insurance customer files a claim, the claims
adjuster visits the claim site to collect infor-
mation and take pictures, armed with many
gadgets to complete the task.
•	 The information collected, including pictures,
is tagged with appropriate metadata, and then
uploaded into the enterprise system. This is
done from the main office.
•	 If a specialist is required, another trip to the
claim site, with experts from the company
included, must be made.
The Solution
•	 We undertook a current state assessment
exercise to understand “a day in the life of a
claims adjuster” to identify appropriate use
cases for wearables. We then designed and
developed an app on Glass to help improve
operations for claims adjusters in the field.
•	 With this wearables solution, claims adjusters
can manage their claims list for the day, and
use Glass while surveying a property and
capturing images and notes.
•	 In addition, the adjuster can initiate live
streaming with a remote specialist for collabor-
ative assessment of damages, and sync survey
data to the backend enterprise system in real
time.
Expected Benefits
•	 Reduce the time and effort involved in
gathering data for claims adjusters.
•	 Provide easy access to remote experts.
Elevating Insurance Risk Inspection and Safety
Management
The Challenge
•	 Safety management specialists (SMSs) must
carry paper notepads and multiple devices
like cameras, mobile phones, laptops, mobile
hotspots, voice recording devices and GPS
systems to conduct risk inspections at
customer sites.
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•	 To record their observations, they either
take notes on their notepad (which are later
converted to text through manual typing), or use
a voice-recording device in the field – applying
speech-recognition software at a later time.
•	 Photos taken by digital cameras during the risk
assessment are later transferred to laptops/
desktops, where they are named and filed by
the SMS.
•	 Occasionally, assistance is provided to the SMS
through joint visits and “ride-alongs” with a
more knowledgeable peer, or via voice calls.
•	 Combined, these factors caused long
turnaround times for risk assessments, since
SMSs must rely on their memory and handwrit-
ten notes while preparing reports.
The Solution
•	 To address the above challenges, we developed
an application built on Google Glass.
•	 With a risk-assessment application installed on
Google Glass, SMSs will only need to carry their
notepad, Google Glass and a mobile phone
while onsite.
•	 With both hands free, they can carry out the
visit, even in difficult situations.
•	 While the visit and information is “fresh,” data
on overall / LoB risks can easily be captured
using voice dictation – resulting in a risk
assessment with more detail, less effort, and
finished in time to complete the report.
•	 Photos and videos can be taken and filed easily
using voice commands.
Expected Benefits
•	 Improved quality and more detailed risk-
assessment reports.
•	 Better turnaround time for risk assessment.
These examples show how wearables can help
improve productivity, safety and responsiveness
in the workplace. At the same time, most enter-
prises have yet to realize the possibilities and
capabilities of wearable technologies, including
their invaluable ability to automate business
processes and monitor a wide range of workplace
scenarios. There is also the huge benefit of
increased workforce productivity that wearables
make possible. For example:
•	 Wearable adoption by DHL helped improve the
courier’s operational efficiency in the order-
picking process by 25%.
•	 British grocery chain Tesco equipped its
workers with armbands to automatically track
transported goods along nearly 90 aisles of
shelves.7
The armbands eliminate the need
for workers to mark clipboards or provide
managers with an estimated completion time,
since they can check for correct order fulfill-
ment, among other things. This helped reduce
the effort required to run a 40,000-square-
foot store by 18%.8
There are business cases where wearables can be
applied to improve operational efficiencies, save
billions of dollars within specific industries and
for certain types of workers and, above all, make
the workplace safer and more secure.
The value of wearable technologies in the
workplace is greatest when they are introduced
in business processes to:
•	 Improve worker safety: An engineer working
with high-tension utility cables can access
information on a heads-up display, rather than
on a mobile device that must be pulled out of
his kit – permitting safe, hands-free operations.
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•	 Enhance operational efficiency: A forklift
operator can access routing information to
navigate through a warehouse without having
to scan the barcodes on pallets and other
packages.
•	 Enable access to information in hazardous
environments: For example, working on a
windmill, where carrying a device can otherwise
be difficult and dangerous.
Common enterprise and industrial applications
that are ripe for wearables include:
•	 Processes that require workers to use both
hands.
•	 High-precision processes.
•	 Physically and/or psychologically tiring jobs.
•	 Hazardous material detection.
•	 Real-time data collection of equipment perfor-
mance and transmission.
•	 Identity recognition.
•	 Digital user manuals.
•	 Tracking solutions.
•	 Customer service (travel information is readily
available to help airline employees provide per-
sonalized service, for example).
•	 Remote control of autonomous equipment (a
worker is notified of equipment abnormalities
via his smart watch, and can analyze, as well as
shut down, the operation remotely).
When applied correctly, wearables can:
•	 Boost employee efficiency by providing
real-time data access and freeing workers’
hands to hold tools or equipment.
•	 Enable a powerful new level of collaboration;
for example, by connecting field workers with
more experienced colleagues who can then
visualize exactly what the field worker is seeing.
•	 Facilitate decision making by compress-
ing the time between intention and action to
literally seconds.
Key Considerations
Before moving forward, enterprises need
to recognize the trade-offs that come with
wearables and develop strategies to address
them. The primary goal of wearables is to allow
users to take real-time actions by providing them
with relevant, contextual information precisely at
the point of decision making. As discussed earlier,
wearables shine in situations where more tradi-
tional technologies, such as smartphones and
laptop computers, cannot be used or are not a
good fit.
Design
When evaluating wearables, there are several key
design elements companies must consider:
•	 Augmented single-display design with a
translucent LCD that sits in front of the
wearer’s left eye. Devices such as Google Glass
and Vuzix M100 are, in our view, best suited for
glanceable views and real-time collaboration.
•	 Immersive displays, such as Daqri helmets
and Epson Moverio, provide true augmented
reality, and are ideal for effecting business-
process improvements.
•	 Virtual reality devices like Oculus Rift are
a good fit for worker-training programs and
simulated activities.
•	 Augmented and virtual reality displays are a
new breed of devices; Microsoft Hololens is one
of the first – offering the best of both capabilities.
•	 Wrist-worn smart watches can provide safety
alerts and non-intrusive notifications via haptic
feedback.
•	 Other on-body devices such as gloves,
clothing, jewelry, shoes, etc., or even those
tattooed to the skin, must also be considered.
Input vs. Output
Different types of wearables must be assessed in
the right context. For example, fitness bands or
heart rate monitors merely collect raw data, filter
it, and send it to a central hub.
•	 Efficient energy usage is a key consideration
for connectivity, processing, etc. For output
wearables such as smart glasses or watches,
priority must be given to enabling quick and
easy access to real-time information – a subset
of tasks performed on mobile devices.
•	 Screen real estate is another important factor
for output devices. Some tasks are better
suited for desktops with large screens; others
are more applicable to wearables, whose
tiny screens provide instant notifications,
contextual information and unmatched porta-
bility.
Data and Device Management
When smartphones became mainstream, IT
services organizations moved quickly to deal with
not just the number of devices and the variety of
operating systems available, but also with the vast
amount of data they generated and consumed.
With wearables, this challenge is going to grow
exponentially – especially when dealing with
audio and video data generated by devices like
smart glasses.
Also, consider how these new devices will be
serviced and managed in the field. Businesses will
need to expand wireless networks to ensure Wi-Fi
/ 3G / 4G connectivity for remote workers.
Business Process Modifications
Another key factor when adopting wearables is
how the business should rethink and optimize
its business processes with these technologies
without being constrained by traditional business
conventions.
For example, workers equipped with a wearable
device can be visually instructed as to where they
need to be in a warehouse to pick up a part. After
the part is retrieved, it is automatically subtracted
from a centralized inventory database. If the
wrong part is picked, workers receive real-time
notification of the error.
Security
Major considerations here include:
•	 Device security: Wearable devices must run
operating systems and applications securely;
this requires support for multiple environ-
ments. The issue is further complicated by a
lack of secure communications standards and
authentication mechanisms:
>> As is common with any emerging technology,
wearables do not have a standard enterprise
platformforcommunication,devicemanagement
and security.
>> Cloud-based platforms for the Internet of
Things (IoT) are emerging from industry
leaders such as Microsoft and Amazon to
manage sensors and other edge devices.
However, these systems do not sufficiently
address security requirements for wearables
that run their own operating systems, such
as Android and iOS.
•	 Link security: The transmission of information
between wearables and a central hub must be
protected and encrypted with transport layer
security (TLS).
•	 Cloud security: Storing personal information
is another delicate area; consumers want to
know that their private data is protected from
unwanted intruders.
Privacy
If businesses are going to embrace wearable tech-
nologies (and many would argue that it is only a
matter of time until they are forced to), they will
have to develop clear policies for determining
who is allowed to bring the equipment into the
workplace and connect to the network.
It’s important that
employees perceive
wearables as a tool
that will help them
performmoreeffec-
tively on the job. At
the same time, new
technology tends
to breed concerns
about privacy, and
wearables are no
exception. For example, Tesco’s use of employee
armbands to improve operational efficiency led
to numerous complaints by workers about the
company using the information generated by these
devices to monitor their activities, breaks, etc.9
These kind of apprehensions must be managed,
even though wearables are likely to be more
readily accepted in the workplace.
The key to mitigating privacy concerns while
implementing wearable solutions is to bring
employees onboard early in the process, and
instill a sense of trust by being fully transparent.
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Before moving forward,
enterprises need to
recognize the trade-offs
that come with wearables,
and develop strategies to
address them.
An industry Perspective
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The following offers an industry view of top use
cases for wearables.
Cross-Vertical
•	 Smart field service: Engineers and technicians
can use smart glass and smart watch apps to
view job details when in the field; view video
tutorials; call or stream live to off-field special-
ists; scan QR/barcodes for inventory updates;
and use augmented reality (AR) for intuitive
“get help” guidance.
•	 Smart inspection: Workflow-based inspection
checklists ensure that no step is missed when
completing an inspection, and that a record
is maintained at every stage. Simple apps on
smart watches can facilitate easy access in
nearly all environments.
•	 Smart customer support: Customer support
specialists can view customer profiles, past buy/
preference patterns and insights on cross-sell
opportunities while serving the customer face-
to-face.
Banking, Financial Services and Insurance
•	 Smart claims adjuster: Surveying a property
or vehicle for damages typically requires
climbing ladders and crouching into small
spaces. A wearable provides a hands-free,
voice-assisted means for claims adjusters to
conduct surveys more efficiently.
•	 Safety management: Specialists can perform
accurate on-site risk assessments by col-
laborating with a remote team through live
streaming – all while recording their observa-
tions using a wearable app.
•	 Smart property inspection: This becomes a
guided, error-free job using a checklist-driven
app that allows for photo and audio notes to be
taken in the field and saved immediately to an
enterprise system.
Manufacturing and Logistics; Energy and
Utilities
•	 Smart service: (See cross-vertical use cases,
above).
•	 Digital showroom: Automotive sales staff
equipped with wearables can seize a sales
opportunity by streaming live vehicle views
to a remote customer who is unable to visit
the showroom. Wearable apps combined
with augmented reality can allow sales staff
to showcase various accessories and other
custom options to the customer – even if the
accessories are not actually in the showroom.
•	 Field engineering: Engineers who work in and
around hazardous environments, such as oil
rigs, wind turbines, mine sites and high-tension
utility equipment, need real-time informa-
tion as well as hands-free operation to carry
out their tasks. Wearables can deliver these
advantages – helping workers complete their
jobs faster and with less risk.
•	 Secure package delivery and pickup:
Wearables permit delivery staff to deliver
packages securely using facial biometrics,
perform volumetric analysis of the package
during pick-up, and provide dynamic pricing
options, for example.
Retail
•	 Smart customer support: (See cross-vertical
use-cases above).
•	 AR-based equipment: Installation/repair/
maintenance with 3-D content-enabling allows
engineer facilities to perform these tasks.
•	 Smart warehouse operations: Forklift
operators and other warehouse staff equipped
with wearables can efficiently carry out
day-to-day activities, such as inventory
management, order updates, navigation within
the warehouse, etc.
Healthcare
•	 Caregivers and other hospital staff: Using
wearables, healthcare professionals can
collect patient information on these devices
at the right moment, while providing services
to patients. Current vitals, past history and
related information can also be made available
on the wearables.
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Moving Forward
Accordingly to a recent survey by Robert Half
Technology, 81% of 2400 CIOs surveyed believe
wearables will perform
in the workplace;
however, their time
estimates vary.10
Regardless of your
o r g a n i z a t i o n ’ s
wearables objective,
itwillneverbefulfilled
without a well-crafted
plan that includes IT
deployment, business
process change and,
most importantly, change management. Engaging
the workforce is essential.
Key Questions to Ask
•	 What persistent problems would wearables
solve?
•	 What opportunities could be created?
Likewise, ask employees to share their concerns
about these devices and develop plans to address
them. To get started, we suggest the following
four-step approach:
Rethink
•	 Reconsider business processes. How will your
business’s effectiveness improve if workers
have the information they need at the moment
they need it.
Pilot
•	 Pilot and evaluate various wearable devices
and platforms.
•	 Partner with wearables manufacturers, as well
as software solution and service providers.
•	 Identify early adopters within the organization.
Redesign
•	 Choose the right wearable.
•	 Design wearable apps from the ground up; do
not miniaturize the smartphone app.
•	 Be time-sensitive; design apps that provide
contextual and timely information.
Adopt and Engage
•	 Interact with the workforce.
•	 Identify and alleviate employee concerns by
instilling trust in the process change.
•	 Focus on employee education and use cases
with clear benefits for business and the
workforce.
Enterprises that are ready to shed traditional
thinking and work through misconceptions,
as well as rethink and redesign their business
processes to support workers with digital and
just-in-time contextual information, can increase
worker efficiency and productivity while making
the workplace safer and more secure. These
businesses will not only establish themselves as
modern organizations that attract the best and
brightest workers, but will also get a jumpstart on
fulfilling the immense potential of wearables.
The key to mitigating
privacy concerns while
implementing wearable
solutions is to bring
employees onboard early
in the process and instill
a sense of trust by being
fully transparent.
Footnotes
1	 http://www.gartner.com/newsroom/id/2941317.
2	 http://www.media.mit.edu/wearables/lizzy/timeline.html.
3	 https://www.rackspace.co.uk/sites/default/files/Human%20Cloud%20at%20Work.pdf.
4	 http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vuzix-delivers-working-enterprise-smart-glasses-solution-to-
dhl-for-warehouse-picking-300026954.html.
5	 http://news.thomasnet.com/machining/2013/07/23/itamco-embraces-new-tech-including-google-glass-
and-mtconnect.
About Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business
process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world’s leading companies build stronger business-
es. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant combines a passion for client satisfaction,
technology innovation, deep industry and business process expertise, and a global, collaborative workforce
that embodies the future of work. With over 100 development and delivery centers worldwide and approxi-
mately 221,700 employees as of December 31, 2015, Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P
500, the Forbes Global 2000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest
growing companies in the world. Visit us online at www.cognizant.com or follow us on Twitter: Cognizant.
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About the Authors
Rajesh Rajagopalan is an Associate Director within Cognizant’s Emerging Business Accelerator. In this
role, he is responsible for business development and delivery of IoT services. He has spent 15 years with
Cognizant working in various capacities, from developer to account manager, and in numerous informa-
tion, media and entertainment engagements. He received a bachelor’s degree in computer science and
engineering from Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu India. Rajesh can be reached at Rajesh.
Rajagopalan@cognizant.com.
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6	 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2769665/Using-Google-Glass-wheel-distracting-texting-
Drivers-wearing-headset-suffer-mental-delays-phone-users.html.
7	 http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/245458.
8	 Ibid.
9	 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddrink/foodanddrinknews/9869584/Tesco-accused-of-monitoring-
staff-with-electronic-armbands.html.
10	http://www.eweek.com/mobile/most-cios-see-value-in-wearables-in-the-workplace.html.

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  • 1. Wearables: Are They Fit for the Workplace? Thanks to the increasing miniaturization of components, a decline in sensor and chip prices, longer battery life, improvements in communication and lower connectivity costs, wearables are on the brink of mainstream adoption. Executive Summary It is predicted that by 2017, 30% of smart wearables will be inconspicuous to the eye.1 Wearable devices are not new, and include far more than just smart glasses or smart watches. In fact, they date back to the 1960s, when Bell helicopter experimented with head-mounted displays coupled with an infrared camera – providing military helicopter pilots with the ability to land at night in rough terrain.2 In the 1990s, Boeing took a major step – using heads-up displays to ensure that pilots did not have to look down to see critical dashboard infor- mation mid-flight. Boeing later used wearables to provide instructions to wire-assembly engineers, eliminating the need for paper manuals. Today, wearables have officially arrived. Fitness- monitoring devices such as Jawbone and Fitbit, for example, have quickly become huge hits in the consumer wearables market – accelerating the adoption of these systems. As components become smaller and cheaper and communications and connectivity continue to improve, wearables are poised to penetrate the workplace. Breaking Through the Workplace: Easier Said than Done Most workplaces, including many industrial environments, are well suited for wearables – primarily because they have been shown to enhance employee productivity and satisfac- tion. According to Human Cloud at Work (HCAW), “Experts from Goldsmiths, University of London, have found that wearable tech in the workplace increases productivity by as much as 8.5%. Further, findings show that wearing wearable technologies increases employee satisfaction by 3.5%.”3 The adoption of wearables in the workplace is expected to be fuelled by two factors: First, workers in the field or standing at a machine are arguably more in need of real-time data than a person exercising in a gym or working in a traditional office setting. Secondly, wearables workplace applications provide a far superior ROI than those designed for the consumer market. This is evidenced by a successful pilot conducted by DHL Netherlands. Vuzix Smart Glasses and augmented reality software improved efficiency by 25% during the picking process, reduced errors and enabled hands-free operations.4 cognizant 20-20 insights | february 2016 • Cognizant 20-20 Insights
  • 2. cognizant 20-20 insights 2 Real-time data and insight fed to an operator precisely when they need it can significantly improve productivity and efficiency. Wearables that are best suited for industrial applica- tions, including Google Glass, Vuzix and Epson augmented reality (AR) smart glasses, enable engineers and technicians to access informa- tion from mobile devices and the cloud, and perform hands-free operations in the field. When these products’ AR capa- bilitiesarecombined with MTConnect and other industrial data-exchange protocols, machine monitoring and management infor- mation can be availableataglance, in realtime.5 Yet in spite of their advantages, wearables face some very basic challenges. In this white paper, we will examine the valid concerns of many companies, and cite business cases where wearables fit into the industrial workplace. We will also provide a blueprint for introducing wearables into work environments. DistractedEmployees,UsabilityandPrivacy How safe is it for employees to walk around with something in their line of sight, especially in hazardous environments such as an oil rig? A University of Central Florida study revealed that wearing a hands-free headset can result in the same mental delays as using a phone.6 There is also the matter of usability. For example, devices such as augmented reality glasses and smart watches require users to interact with them via capacitive touch and speech commands. This is acceptable if the working conditions do not require technicians to wear protective gloves and the environment is relatively quiet. However, if field engineers perform their jobs in a hazardous, inherently noisy workspace such as an oil rig or factory, voice controls would not be effective. Finally, there is the question of privacy. Organi- zations are reluctant when it comes to allowing employees to move around their work environ- ment wearing augmented reality glasses and recording everything they see without necessary security controls in place. And employees certainly don’t want their managers watching their every move throughout the work day. So do the advantages of wearables in the workplace outweigh these issues? Are these concerns merely due to misconceptions? Are issues like making the wrong choice, choosing the wrong design, or using wearables for the wrong purpose preventing their widespread adoption in work environments? For wearables to function well in workplaces, they must be viewed as non-intrusive, performance- boosting accessories that simplify, rather than complicate, workers’ tasks so they can focus on their primary jobs. They should repurpose or enhance a device/technology that workers are used to – such as safety glasses, gloves, etc., – rather than force them to accommodate new, unfamiliar or awkward equipment. Wearables Done Right Enterprise-level wearables must be simpler to use and more practical than typical consumer products – with the functionality workers need, and without distracting them from their main job. Workers already wear safety glasses on the floor or in the office. These devices can be enhanced with high-tech features that support: • Assistance with executing tasks through a checklist of activities. • Audio and video collaboration with subject- matter experts. • Automation of simple, discrete tasks such as barcode-scanning in a warehouse. • Workflow automation, such as identifying defective parts, feeding updated inventory into the ERP system, etc. Similarly, a non-intrusive smart watch can provide factory workers with real-time updates of manu- facturing activity and notifications across noisy shop floors. Haptic (touch) feedback from a smart watch, for example, helps ensure that a machine operator does not miss an announcement – even in a loud environment. The list of practical applications for wearables is seemingly endless, and need not be limited to glasses and watches. Take the “smart glove” for instance, which changes color to alert engineers when they are in a toxic zone. For wearables to function well in workplaces, they must be viewed as non- intrusive, performance- boosting accessories that simplify, rather than complicate, workers’ tasks so they can focus on their primary jobs.
  • 3. Below are examples of how we have helped companies study and embrace wearables to improve the productivity and efficiency of their day-to-day operations. Enhancing Asset Transfer Management for Forklift Operators The Challenge • Forklift operators have manual / printed instructions for transferring assets from one part of the warehouse to another to make space and perform other related tasks. • Asset-transfer operations involve forklift operators scanning the barcode on the assets to be moved, taking them to the required desti- nation shelf, and again scanning the assets and shelf locations designated with a barcode. • This process was inefficient – necessitating manual data capture and requiring forklift operators to frequently get off and on the forklift for barcode scanning. The Solution • Forklift operators equipped with wearable devices powered by Google Glass can view asset transfer instructions on the wearable’s heads-up display. • Operators can scan barcodes on assets and shelves without having to leave the forklift, resulting in more efficient operations and less effort. • They can update the asset-transfer informa- tion using the wearable app; the information is made available in real time to the warehouse operations manager. Improving Insurance Claims Adjustment The Challenge • When a home or commercial property insurance customer files a claim, the claims adjuster visits the claim site to collect infor- mation and take pictures, armed with many gadgets to complete the task. • The information collected, including pictures, is tagged with appropriate metadata, and then uploaded into the enterprise system. This is done from the main office. • If a specialist is required, another trip to the claim site, with experts from the company included, must be made. The Solution • We undertook a current state assessment exercise to understand “a day in the life of a claims adjuster” to identify appropriate use cases for wearables. We then designed and developed an app on Glass to help improve operations for claims adjusters in the field. • With this wearables solution, claims adjusters can manage their claims list for the day, and use Glass while surveying a property and capturing images and notes. • In addition, the adjuster can initiate live streaming with a remote specialist for collabor- ative assessment of damages, and sync survey data to the backend enterprise system in real time. Expected Benefits • Reduce the time and effort involved in gathering data for claims adjusters. • Provide easy access to remote experts. Elevating Insurance Risk Inspection and Safety Management The Challenge • Safety management specialists (SMSs) must carry paper notepads and multiple devices like cameras, mobile phones, laptops, mobile hotspots, voice recording devices and GPS systems to conduct risk inspections at customer sites. Wearables in the Workplace cognizant 20-20 insights 3
  • 4. continued from page 3 cognizant 20-20 insights 4 • To record their observations, they either take notes on their notepad (which are later converted to text through manual typing), or use a voice-recording device in the field – applying speech-recognition software at a later time. • Photos taken by digital cameras during the risk assessment are later transferred to laptops/ desktops, where they are named and filed by the SMS. • Occasionally, assistance is provided to the SMS through joint visits and “ride-alongs” with a more knowledgeable peer, or via voice calls. • Combined, these factors caused long turnaround times for risk assessments, since SMSs must rely on their memory and handwrit- ten notes while preparing reports. The Solution • To address the above challenges, we developed an application built on Google Glass. • With a risk-assessment application installed on Google Glass, SMSs will only need to carry their notepad, Google Glass and a mobile phone while onsite. • With both hands free, they can carry out the visit, even in difficult situations. • While the visit and information is “fresh,” data on overall / LoB risks can easily be captured using voice dictation – resulting in a risk assessment with more detail, less effort, and finished in time to complete the report. • Photos and videos can be taken and filed easily using voice commands. Expected Benefits • Improved quality and more detailed risk- assessment reports. • Better turnaround time for risk assessment. These examples show how wearables can help improve productivity, safety and responsiveness in the workplace. At the same time, most enter- prises have yet to realize the possibilities and capabilities of wearable technologies, including their invaluable ability to automate business processes and monitor a wide range of workplace scenarios. There is also the huge benefit of increased workforce productivity that wearables make possible. For example: • Wearable adoption by DHL helped improve the courier’s operational efficiency in the order- picking process by 25%. • British grocery chain Tesco equipped its workers with armbands to automatically track transported goods along nearly 90 aisles of shelves.7 The armbands eliminate the need for workers to mark clipboards or provide managers with an estimated completion time, since they can check for correct order fulfill- ment, among other things. This helped reduce the effort required to run a 40,000-square- foot store by 18%.8 There are business cases where wearables can be applied to improve operational efficiencies, save billions of dollars within specific industries and for certain types of workers and, above all, make the workplace safer and more secure. The value of wearable technologies in the workplace is greatest when they are introduced in business processes to: • Improve worker safety: An engineer working with high-tension utility cables can access information on a heads-up display, rather than on a mobile device that must be pulled out of his kit – permitting safe, hands-free operations.
  • 5. 5cognizant 20-20 insights • Enhance operational efficiency: A forklift operator can access routing information to navigate through a warehouse without having to scan the barcodes on pallets and other packages. • Enable access to information in hazardous environments: For example, working on a windmill, where carrying a device can otherwise be difficult and dangerous. Common enterprise and industrial applications that are ripe for wearables include: • Processes that require workers to use both hands. • High-precision processes. • Physically and/or psychologically tiring jobs. • Hazardous material detection. • Real-time data collection of equipment perfor- mance and transmission. • Identity recognition. • Digital user manuals. • Tracking solutions. • Customer service (travel information is readily available to help airline employees provide per- sonalized service, for example). • Remote control of autonomous equipment (a worker is notified of equipment abnormalities via his smart watch, and can analyze, as well as shut down, the operation remotely). When applied correctly, wearables can: • Boost employee efficiency by providing real-time data access and freeing workers’ hands to hold tools or equipment. • Enable a powerful new level of collaboration; for example, by connecting field workers with more experienced colleagues who can then visualize exactly what the field worker is seeing. • Facilitate decision making by compress- ing the time between intention and action to literally seconds. Key Considerations Before moving forward, enterprises need to recognize the trade-offs that come with wearables and develop strategies to address them. The primary goal of wearables is to allow users to take real-time actions by providing them with relevant, contextual information precisely at the point of decision making. As discussed earlier, wearables shine in situations where more tradi- tional technologies, such as smartphones and laptop computers, cannot be used or are not a good fit. Design When evaluating wearables, there are several key design elements companies must consider: • Augmented single-display design with a translucent LCD that sits in front of the wearer’s left eye. Devices such as Google Glass and Vuzix M100 are, in our view, best suited for glanceable views and real-time collaboration. • Immersive displays, such as Daqri helmets and Epson Moverio, provide true augmented reality, and are ideal for effecting business- process improvements. • Virtual reality devices like Oculus Rift are a good fit for worker-training programs and simulated activities. • Augmented and virtual reality displays are a new breed of devices; Microsoft Hololens is one of the first – offering the best of both capabilities. • Wrist-worn smart watches can provide safety alerts and non-intrusive notifications via haptic feedback. • Other on-body devices such as gloves, clothing, jewelry, shoes, etc., or even those tattooed to the skin, must also be considered. Input vs. Output Different types of wearables must be assessed in the right context. For example, fitness bands or heart rate monitors merely collect raw data, filter it, and send it to a central hub. • Efficient energy usage is a key consideration for connectivity, processing, etc. For output wearables such as smart glasses or watches,
  • 6. priority must be given to enabling quick and easy access to real-time information – a subset of tasks performed on mobile devices. • Screen real estate is another important factor for output devices. Some tasks are better suited for desktops with large screens; others are more applicable to wearables, whose tiny screens provide instant notifications, contextual information and unmatched porta- bility. Data and Device Management When smartphones became mainstream, IT services organizations moved quickly to deal with not just the number of devices and the variety of operating systems available, but also with the vast amount of data they generated and consumed. With wearables, this challenge is going to grow exponentially – especially when dealing with audio and video data generated by devices like smart glasses. Also, consider how these new devices will be serviced and managed in the field. Businesses will need to expand wireless networks to ensure Wi-Fi / 3G / 4G connectivity for remote workers. Business Process Modifications Another key factor when adopting wearables is how the business should rethink and optimize its business processes with these technologies without being constrained by traditional business conventions. For example, workers equipped with a wearable device can be visually instructed as to where they need to be in a warehouse to pick up a part. After the part is retrieved, it is automatically subtracted from a centralized inventory database. If the wrong part is picked, workers receive real-time notification of the error. Security Major considerations here include: • Device security: Wearable devices must run operating systems and applications securely; this requires support for multiple environ- ments. The issue is further complicated by a lack of secure communications standards and authentication mechanisms: >> As is common with any emerging technology, wearables do not have a standard enterprise platformforcommunication,devicemanagement and security. >> Cloud-based platforms for the Internet of Things (IoT) are emerging from industry leaders such as Microsoft and Amazon to manage sensors and other edge devices. However, these systems do not sufficiently address security requirements for wearables that run their own operating systems, such as Android and iOS. • Link security: The transmission of information between wearables and a central hub must be protected and encrypted with transport layer security (TLS). • Cloud security: Storing personal information is another delicate area; consumers want to know that their private data is protected from unwanted intruders. Privacy If businesses are going to embrace wearable tech- nologies (and many would argue that it is only a matter of time until they are forced to), they will have to develop clear policies for determining who is allowed to bring the equipment into the workplace and connect to the network. It’s important that employees perceive wearables as a tool that will help them performmoreeffec- tively on the job. At the same time, new technology tends to breed concerns about privacy, and wearables are no exception. For example, Tesco’s use of employee armbands to improve operational efficiency led to numerous complaints by workers about the company using the information generated by these devices to monitor their activities, breaks, etc.9 These kind of apprehensions must be managed, even though wearables are likely to be more readily accepted in the workplace. The key to mitigating privacy concerns while implementing wearable solutions is to bring employees onboard early in the process, and instill a sense of trust by being fully transparent. cognizant 20-20 insights 6 Before moving forward, enterprises need to recognize the trade-offs that come with wearables, and develop strategies to address them.
  • 7. An industry Perspective cognizant 20-20 insights 7 The following offers an industry view of top use cases for wearables. Cross-Vertical • Smart field service: Engineers and technicians can use smart glass and smart watch apps to view job details when in the field; view video tutorials; call or stream live to off-field special- ists; scan QR/barcodes for inventory updates; and use augmented reality (AR) for intuitive “get help” guidance. • Smart inspection: Workflow-based inspection checklists ensure that no step is missed when completing an inspection, and that a record is maintained at every stage. Simple apps on smart watches can facilitate easy access in nearly all environments. • Smart customer support: Customer support specialists can view customer profiles, past buy/ preference patterns and insights on cross-sell opportunities while serving the customer face- to-face. Banking, Financial Services and Insurance • Smart claims adjuster: Surveying a property or vehicle for damages typically requires climbing ladders and crouching into small spaces. A wearable provides a hands-free, voice-assisted means for claims adjusters to conduct surveys more efficiently. • Safety management: Specialists can perform accurate on-site risk assessments by col- laborating with a remote team through live streaming – all while recording their observa- tions using a wearable app. • Smart property inspection: This becomes a guided, error-free job using a checklist-driven app that allows for photo and audio notes to be taken in the field and saved immediately to an enterprise system. Manufacturing and Logistics; Energy and Utilities • Smart service: (See cross-vertical use cases, above). • Digital showroom: Automotive sales staff equipped with wearables can seize a sales opportunity by streaming live vehicle views to a remote customer who is unable to visit the showroom. Wearable apps combined with augmented reality can allow sales staff to showcase various accessories and other custom options to the customer – even if the accessories are not actually in the showroom. • Field engineering: Engineers who work in and around hazardous environments, such as oil rigs, wind turbines, mine sites and high-tension utility equipment, need real-time informa- tion as well as hands-free operation to carry out their tasks. Wearables can deliver these advantages – helping workers complete their jobs faster and with less risk. • Secure package delivery and pickup: Wearables permit delivery staff to deliver packages securely using facial biometrics, perform volumetric analysis of the package during pick-up, and provide dynamic pricing options, for example. Retail • Smart customer support: (See cross-vertical use-cases above). • AR-based equipment: Installation/repair/ maintenance with 3-D content-enabling allows engineer facilities to perform these tasks. • Smart warehouse operations: Forklift operators and other warehouse staff equipped with wearables can efficiently carry out day-to-day activities, such as inventory management, order updates, navigation within the warehouse, etc. Healthcare • Caregivers and other hospital staff: Using wearables, healthcare professionals can collect patient information on these devices at the right moment, while providing services to patients. Current vitals, past history and related information can also be made available on the wearables.
  • 8. cognizant 20-20 insights 8 Moving Forward Accordingly to a recent survey by Robert Half Technology, 81% of 2400 CIOs surveyed believe wearables will perform in the workplace; however, their time estimates vary.10 Regardless of your o r g a n i z a t i o n ’ s wearables objective, itwillneverbefulfilled without a well-crafted plan that includes IT deployment, business process change and, most importantly, change management. Engaging the workforce is essential. Key Questions to Ask • What persistent problems would wearables solve? • What opportunities could be created? Likewise, ask employees to share their concerns about these devices and develop plans to address them. To get started, we suggest the following four-step approach: Rethink • Reconsider business processes. How will your business’s effectiveness improve if workers have the information they need at the moment they need it. Pilot • Pilot and evaluate various wearable devices and platforms. • Partner with wearables manufacturers, as well as software solution and service providers. • Identify early adopters within the organization. Redesign • Choose the right wearable. • Design wearable apps from the ground up; do not miniaturize the smartphone app. • Be time-sensitive; design apps that provide contextual and timely information. Adopt and Engage • Interact with the workforce. • Identify and alleviate employee concerns by instilling trust in the process change. • Focus on employee education and use cases with clear benefits for business and the workforce. Enterprises that are ready to shed traditional thinking and work through misconceptions, as well as rethink and redesign their business processes to support workers with digital and just-in-time contextual information, can increase worker efficiency and productivity while making the workplace safer and more secure. These businesses will not only establish themselves as modern organizations that attract the best and brightest workers, but will also get a jumpstart on fulfilling the immense potential of wearables. The key to mitigating privacy concerns while implementing wearable solutions is to bring employees onboard early in the process and instill a sense of trust by being fully transparent. Footnotes 1 http://www.gartner.com/newsroom/id/2941317. 2 http://www.media.mit.edu/wearables/lizzy/timeline.html. 3 https://www.rackspace.co.uk/sites/default/files/Human%20Cloud%20at%20Work.pdf. 4 http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/vuzix-delivers-working-enterprise-smart-glasses-solution-to- dhl-for-warehouse-picking-300026954.html. 5 http://news.thomasnet.com/machining/2013/07/23/itamco-embraces-new-tech-including-google-glass- and-mtconnect.
  • 9. About Cognizant Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world’s leading companies build stronger business- es. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.), Cognizant combines a passion for client satisfaction, technology innovation, deep industry and business process expertise, and a global, collaborative workforce that embodies the future of work. With over 100 development and delivery centers worldwide and approxi- mately 221,700 employees as of December 31, 2015, Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 2000, and the Fortune 500 and is ranked among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world. Visit us online at www.cognizant.com or follow us on Twitter: Cognizant. World Headquarters 500 Frank W. Burr Blvd. Teaneck, NJ 07666 USA Phone: +1 201 801 0233 Fax: +1 201 801 0243 Toll Free: +1 888 937 3277 Email: inquiry@cognizant.com European Headquarters 1 Kingdom Street Paddington Central London W2 6BD Phone: +44 (0) 20 7297 7600 Fax: +44 (0) 20 7121 0102 Email: infouk@cognizant.com India Operations Headquarters #5/535, Old Mahabalipuram Road Okkiyam Pettai, Thoraipakkam Chennai, 600 096 India Phone: +91 (0) 44 4209 6000 Fax: +91 (0) 44 4209 6060 Email: inquiryindia@cognizant.com ­­© Copyright 2016, Cognizant. All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the express written permission from Cognizant. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. All other trademarks mentioned herein are the property of their respective owners. About the Authors Rajesh Rajagopalan is an Associate Director within Cognizant’s Emerging Business Accelerator. In this role, he is responsible for business development and delivery of IoT services. He has spent 15 years with Cognizant working in various capacities, from developer to account manager, and in numerous informa- tion, media and entertainment engagements. He received a bachelor’s degree in computer science and engineering from Coimbatore Institute of Technology, Tamil Nadu India. Rajesh can be reached at Rajesh. Rajagopalan@cognizant.com. TL Codex 1542 References • http://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/uk/Documents/technology/deloitte-uk-wearbles- summary.pdf • http://www.industryweek.com/technology/can-wearable-tech-work-factory?page=1. • https://hbr.org/2013/09/wearables-in-the-workplace. • http://www.designprinciplesftw.com/collections/10-top-wearable-technology-design-principles. • http://www.quora.com/Besides-smart-glasses-and-smart-watches-what-are-other-types-of-wearable- technology-are-the-most-likely-to-be-adopted. • http://www.bsminfo.com/doc/iot-wearable-technology-is-becoming-a-must-have-for-manufactur- ing-0001. • http://news.thomasnet.com/imt/2013/08/06/wearable-technology-creates-efficiencies-for-manufac- turing. • http://www.forbes.com/sites/salesforce/2014/09/07/wearable-tech-business/. 6 http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2769665/Using-Google-Glass-wheel-distracting-texting- Drivers-wearing-headset-suffer-mental-delays-phone-users.html. 7 http://www.entrepreneur.com/article/245458. 8 Ibid. 9 http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddrink/foodanddrinknews/9869584/Tesco-accused-of-monitoring- staff-with-electronic-armbands.html. 10 http://www.eweek.com/mobile/most-cios-see-value-in-wearables-in-the-workplace.html.