In 2018, many people will be making a decision as to whether to purchase a laptop or an iPad tablet. There are many factors that go into that decision and I possess both so I can attest that neither device is the best for every situation. But what I have found is that when I am mobile, I much prefer the iPad because it is lighter, lasts longer on a battery charge and is easier to work with when you have very little work space or have to stand.
As an example, review the form below created using the FormConnect app. The person that fills out that form walks around a factory making observations about the work environment and documenting what he sees. He is able to complete the inspection using his iPad while he walks the shop floor because it is light and portable, whereas if he chose a PC or Mac, it would be awkward to cradle in one hand and difficult to fill out because he would need to locate a table and set it down before completing the form.
