Welcome! Join me, Lori Leavitt Evans, as I and others share with you what is working and what is not in the world of Machine Communication.

Let’s start with a quick glossary of terms, as used in this blog:

M2M refers to Machine To Machine. We will try not to over use this acronym because those searching also for M2M are looking for mobile-to-mobile (ringtones) and a musical group. We prefer to write the words Machine Communication, because that is what we are about.

Machine refers to any fixed or mobile asset with intelligence on board or accessible (e.g., GPS satellite data) that can be captured and sent via the cellular network to another machine, usually a server.

Machine Communication refers to messages from one machine to another, and often back again (2-way communication). In most cases, a machine will communicate from its controller and sensors to a server.

2-way Communication refers to the ability for one machine, usually a server, to instantly respond to a message from the machine which is a fixed or mobile asset. 2-way communication provides significant advantages in remote management and security.

Machine Control refers to an ability to send messages, in the form of a command, from a server that changes some function or attribute of that machine. An example would be to shut down operations.

Machine Intelligence refers to transforming the data, in the form of messages, from machines into useful information for executives, owners, operators and service professionals.

Cashless Systems include any payment systems that allow a machine, such as a vending machine, to accept payment in a form other than coins or bills. In the larger spectrum this includes prepaid cards, like phone cards, reusable RFID smart cards and credit or debit cards. This blog focuses on Prepaid and RFID cards as they are user-friendly and offer a low total cost of ownership.

This short list should get us started! Again, welcome.

Lori Leavitt Evans has been transforming data into actionable information for almost three decades. The methods have changed names, acronyms, what have you…but not intent.

What has changed drastically over this time is the technology available to enable faster communication, and communication swiftly across the map.

Technology has enabled, yes. It has also caused confusion and distraction. Never, if you want to build business value, should technology be selected for the technology itself.

Near 2005, Lori added C-Secure Systems to the Abrige Corp. family to assist current and prospective customers that also relied heavily on fixed capital assets — machines, structures even vehicles — to ensure their bottom-line was meeting their expectations.

With her “No Surprises!” diligence for customers, Lori gets to the business need, and a solution.

Through her writing, speaking and work, Lori, is guiding business owners and executives to the best use of technology. Her customers are improving performance, reducing risk, and now able to get into businesses that would never have been cost-effective without C-Secure solutions.