Field Focus blog
The definitive guide to field service trends in 2026
Actionable insights for managing volatility and driving profitable growth
Field service leaders are facing historic complexity in 2025. A shrinking workforce, margin pressures, and shifting retail landscapes are redefining service delivery. Those who adapt with flexible..
Introducing Predictive Quality In the Fall of 2025, Field Nation launched the Provider Success Score (PSS). It’s the first predictive quality signal designed specifically for field service. Unlike..
Managing profit margins is key to IT services company success.
Point of sale systems are evolving into mission-critical infrastructure that powers operations, data flow, and customer engagement. Explore three trends driving POS modernization—from system..
Discover the 10 fastest-growing field service categories in 2026—from POS refreshes and IoT sensors to data center upgrades and wireless infrastructure—based on Field Nation marketplace data..
Working as an independent technician offers flexibility and control over your work, but it also comes with responsibilities that differ from traditional employment. Taxes are one of the most common..
Quick-serve restaurants (QSRs) are in the middle of a technology overhaul. Drive-thru and delivery now account for 70% of QSR revenue, and brands are investing heavily to compete on speed, accuracy,..
In 2026, Field Nation is doubling down on what matters most: outcomes. From enhanced quality signals to deeper analytics and expanded service offerings, here’s a peek at what’s coming to help..
NRF 2026 reveals how AI, autonomy, and connected retail are scaling fast—and why agile field service is critical to keeping innovation running.
Six retail trends driving field service demand in 2026, from store refreshes and AI to security upgrades and multi-site rollouts.
This month saw the launch of our new customizable Webhook payload and various visual improvements to the Provider Match page for buyers. Click the table of contents on the side to explore each..
ARKI showed automation’s shift into the physical world, where uptime, reliability, and scalable field service now determine success after deployment.
Field service momentum is returning in 2026. Explore key trends in retail reinvestment, labor strategy, and high-growth technologies from Field Nation’s latest webinar insights.
Printing United Expo revealed faster industrial print tech, sustainability shifts, and growing demand for specialized field service technicians.
This month saw the launch of the Platform Knowledge Check badge and several updates to the Shipments section of the work order for buyers. Click the table of contents on the side to explore each..