Article Understanding the FieldPulse Mobile App

Overview

The FieldPulse Mobile App is the primary interface for field technicians, inspectors, and installers. It is designed for offline-first operation, ensuring that work continues regardless of network availability.

Core Capabilities

Work Order Management

  • View assigned jobs with customer details, location, and service history
  • Update status: En Route, On Site, In Progress, Completed
  • Add time entries and materials used

Documentation

  • Capture photos with automatic geotagging
  • Collect customer signatures on completion
  • Complete assigned checklists and forms

Communication

  • Receive push notifications for schedule changes
  • View dispatcher messages and customer notes
  • Access driving directions via integrated maps

Daily Workflow

StepAction
1Open app and sync overnight updates
2Review day's assigned work orders
3Update status as work progresses
4Submit completed documentation
5Sync before ending shift

Offline Operation

Data is stored locally and queued for synchronization. Changes made offline are timestamped and merged upon reconnection. See Using FieldPulse Offline for detailed behavior.

Platform Availability

  • iOS: Requires iOS 14 or later. Installation guide
  • Android: Requires Android 8.0 or later. Installation guide

Device Requirements

  • Minimum 2GB RAM
  • GPS capability required for location services
  • Camera access for photo documentation

See Also

  • Installing the FieldPulse Mobile App (iOS)
  • Installing the FieldPulse Mobile App (Android)
  • Using FieldPulse Offline
  • Updating Work Order Status from the Mobile App
  • Capturing Photos and Signatures in the Field