Challenge
Founded in 1979, Stone Italiana has built its reputation as a global leader in innovative, sustainable surface materials. Operating in more than 80 countries, the company prides itself on continuous research and development while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability by utilizing top-quality recycled materials and crystalline silica-free formulas. Despite its success, Stone Italiana’s supply chain processes—covering raw material intake, production, finishing, customization, packaging, and warehousing—were largely paper-based. This reliance on manual methods made planning, traceability, and reporting difficult, ultimately limiting efficiency and visibility across the production cycle. The company needed a digital solution capable of withstanding tough production environments while seamlessly integrating into its warehouse operations.
Solution
To modernize its operations was the combination of Havis’ docking station for Getac’s F110 fully rugged tablet. The docking solution enabled Stone Italiana to securely mount and power the rugged tablets on forklifts and in warehouse environments, providing operators with mobile access to real-time data. Workers could also easily remove the tablet for handheld use on the production line, ensuring flexibility across every step of the supply chain.
Engineered to withstand harsh industrial conditions, Havis’ rugged docking station ensured continuous uptime by delivering reliable power, connectivity, and ergonomic usability. This combination allowed Stone Italiana to maximize the performance of the rugged tablets while keeping workflows seamless and efficient in demanding environments.
Benefits
The integration of Havis’ docking solution with Getac’s F110 tablet transformed Stone Italiana’s production and logistics operations:
Full Traceability – Materials and operations can now be monitored in real time across the entire plant.
Flexibility & Mobility – Havis docking stations allowed tablets to transition effortlessly between forklifts, workstations, and handheld use.
Efficiency Gains – Shipment preparation time was reduced by 30%, boosting overall logistics performance.
Quality Improvements – Digitized processes enhanced quality control and standardized reporting, optimizing KPIs across departments.
Proactive Maintenance – Real-time reporting enabled predictive maintenance, reducing downtime and supporting informed decision-making.
By combining Havis’s rugged docking technology with Getac’s fully rugged tablets, Stone Italiana achieved a powerful, reliable, and future-ready supply chain solution.
The result is a smarter, more sustainable manufacturing process that continues to support the company’s reputation for Italian excellence.
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