C.A.D.A. Group is an Italian business entity that, through the synergy between C.A.D.A. S.n.c. and Giglio S.r.l., has been conducting chemical, microbiological, and physical analyses in the environmental and agri-food sectors for almost 40 years. The group also offers consultancy and design services, integrating diverse skills to meet the growing demands in the environmental field. The C.A.D.A. S.n.c. division manages the analysis laboratory, while Giglio S.r.l. focuses on consultancy and surveying, both closely linked in their operations. Over 4 years ago, C.A.D.A. introduced Brochesia’s augmented reality technology to simplify the processes for environmental inspections, sampling, and analysis, thanks to the introduction of the B View software and smart glasses like Epson Moverio and RealWear.
Initial Needs of C.A.D.A.
C.A.D.A. operates nationwide, tackling complex challenges in diverse environments. The company manages projects involving highly specialized professionals such as chemists, biologists, engineers, and environmental technicians. Often, the need to consult multiple specialists simultaneously led to costly and time-consuming travel. Working in compliance with strict international standards such as ISO 9001, 14001, 17025, and 45001, C.A.D.A. is required to follow documented procedures and maintain high traceability standards for every operation.
These needs created logistical and operational difficulties that required a technological solution capable of improving operational efficiency, optimizing costs, and ensuring the high level of quality required by regulations. Furthermore, C.A.D.A. uses advanced equipment from around the world, which necessitates remote technical support, often in foreign languages, from the equipment manufacturers. The company needed a system that not only facilitated remote technical support but also allowed its technicians to operate hands-free in the field with high-quality audio-video connections.
The choice of B View
To address these challenges, C.A.D.A. chose to implement B View, an augmented reality software designed to support complex remote operations during environmental analyses, using smart glasses, tablets, and smartphones. This solution has transformed C.A.D.A.’s approach to field activities, significantly improving the efficiency and quality of the services provided.
By using tablets and RealWear HMT-1 and Epson Moverio BT-350 smart glasses, C.A.D.A. operators can conduct technical inspections across Italy without requiring their specialist colleagues to leave the headquarters. Thanks to the real-time connectivity provided by B View, field operators can stream live images and videos directly to remote experts, allowing them to oversee operations without the need for costly travel.
In addition to audio and video transmission, specialists can use advanced augmented reality annotation and pointing tools, such as virtual pointers, to visually guide technicians in the field, improving instruction clarity and reducing the margin of error.
The benefits of B View and Augmented Reality for environmental analysis
Since the introduction of B View, C.A.D.A. has achieved numerous operational benefits. The main advantages include:
- Reduced travel costs: The implementation of B View has reduced travel-related expenses. It is no longer necessary to send specialists to various parts of the country to supervise environmental sampling or analysis. They can now monitor operations in real time, remaining at headquarters or working remotely, thanks to augmented reality.
- Increased quality of services: With real-time technical support and the ability to interact with field operators via augmented reality tools, C.A.D.A. has improved the quality and accuracy of its operations. Human errors are minimized, as field technicians receive immediate and direct support from experts.
- Enhanced traceability: The use of smart glasses and tablets allows all operations to be documented with photos, videos, and data, which are automatically stored and accessible in real time. This function is especially valuable for C.A.D.A., which must ensure full traceability of its activities according to international standards.
- Advanced technical support: Thanks to the connectivity offered by B View, C.A.D.A. can receive technical assistance directly from the equipment manufacturers, regardless of their geographical location or spoken language. The ability to have direct visual interaction with the manufacturers’ technicians reduces downtime and allows for quick and effective problem resolution.
A future of continuous innovation
The adoption of Brochesia’s B View software has been a crucial step toward technological innovation for C.A.D.A. Thanks to augmented reality, the company has been able to address logistical and operational challenges with greater efficiency in inspections, sampling, and for environmental analysis, which are part of its daily operations. The benefits gained, in terms of cost reduction, quality improvement, and increased traceability, make this technology a perfect ally for the group’s future.
C.A.D.A. recommends the adoption of B View to other companies in need of an advanced remote support and supervision system. Brochesia’s innovative approach, aimed at the continuous improvement of its solutions, aligns perfectly with C.A.D.A.’s philosophy, which is constantly committed to refining its operational processes.
