There is a significant difference between simple data logging and DATA MANAGEMENT.

Data loggers simply collect information ready for retrieval whereas data management systems such as those provided by Data Acquisition Networks offer a number of very important benefits.

DAN data management systems enable data to be viewed centrally for a large number of isolated sites and the data is real and up-to-date. DAN data management systems also provide an uncorruptible record so that no-one with an interest in tampering with the data has the opportunity to do so. DAN data management systems also send alarms when things go wrong or can be set to send alarms when things start going wrong and before they reach a critical stage.

Some examples in real life of where these advantages add value.

EXAMPLE 1: A manufacturer has a number of plants located around the country. The central QA laboratory wants to be able to monitor data from each plant to ensure safety is ensured. DAN data management systems collect data from each plant and make that data available on the QA Manager’s PC every hour!

EXAMPLE 2: A franchisor wants to monitor what is happening with new franchisees to understand if their training has been understood and if the product they are selling conforms with the nation-wide standard. The franchisor also wants to monitor parameters in franchisee operations so as to be able to provide advice on more efficient operations and improved franchisee profitability. DAN data management systems can make data routinely available on the franchisor’s PC!

EXAMPLE 3: A central authority wants to monitor the safety of food preparation in hundreds of sites around the country and wants data managed and available as evidence of due diligence. DAN data management systems can collect the data from hundreds of sites around the country and make it available at a central repository!

Contact Data Acquisition Networks today to find out more about how DAN can help you manage data.