Field Service Engineers are tasked with innovation and daily tasks. How do you find the balance?

Atualizar-se constantemente com novas tecnologias, maquinas e métodos. Adaptar-se rapidamente em situações de desconforto, visando o cliente ajudará a entregar um trabalho de qualidade.

Stay Open to New Ideas: To balance innovation with daily tasks, you must embrace change and be willing to experiment with new methods. This mindset allows you to integrate innovative solutions into your regular workflow without disrupting productivity. One thing I've found helpful: Actively seeking out industry trends and considering how they can be applied to improve existing processes. An example I've seen is: Teams that regularly incorporate feedback from fieldwork into innovative project designs, ensuring practical application.

Rank Tasks by Impact and Urgency: Develop strong prioritization skills to manage daily responsibilities alongside innovative projects. Focus on tasks that deliver the most value first, and allocate specific time slots for creative thinking. One thing I've found helpful: Using tools like the Eisenhower Matrix to distinguish between urgent, important, and non-essential tasks. An example I've seen is: Engineers who set aside time each week specifically for brainstorming and experimenting with new ideas, ensuring innovation doesn’t get sidelined.

Organizar-se adequadamente durante a semana auxilia no campo. Ter claro os objetivos da visita e ser coeso com as ações a serem tomadas com um cronograma claro para a organização e para o cliente.

Block Out Time for Both: Effective time management is crucial in finding balance. Dedicate time blocks in your schedule for routine tasks and separate slots for innovation and development work, ensuring neither area is neglected. One thing I've found helpful: Setting specific hours for routine maintenance and reserving quieter times for creative work. An example I've seen is: Professionals using time-blocking techniques to ensure that daily maintenance work doesn’t interfere with long-term innovation goals.

Use Tools to Streamline Tasks: Utilize technology to automate routine tasks, freeing up time and mental space for innovation. This could include software for predictive maintenance, task management, or communication tools that simplify your daily workflow. One thing I've found helpful: Implementing task management software to track daily work, leaving more time for strategic thinking. An example I've seen is: Teams using predictive analytics tools to anticipate and address issues, allowing them to focus more on innovation.

Não parar no tempo e atualizar-se com as tecnologias. Investir em treinamentos de capacitação não somente para hard skills, mas como engenheiro de campo, ter a percepção de que os soft skill como a comunicação é de extrema importância.