The Power of Connected Tools for Today’s Golf Courses

Think about all the ways you already use smart connected products today. From thermostats and doorbell cameras to fitness trackers and appliances, connected products are part of everyday life. The same technology that allows you to start your car from your mobile phone also has the potential to streamline operations on the golf course.

Smart connected products are digital tools that share information in real time across your operation. For greenkeeping teams, that can mean better visibility into equipment usage, maintenance schedules, work orders and more — resulting in less downtime, better planning and a more productive team.

The Opportunity

Imagine having instant access to track where machines are, what condition they’re in and what service they’ll need next. You could have a clear picture of your fleet and equipment at any given moment.

In addition, with connected work order systems, tasks can be scheduled and assigned quickly. You can account for upcoming maintenance, allocate time and labour, and even estimate costs before work begins. These features help avoid delays, reduce breakdowns and keep equipment in rotation longer. For those managing budgets, connected systems also make it easier to monitor part usage and plan for future needs.

Putting It into Practice

One example of this technology in action is Toro’s Intelli360 — a web-based digital toolbox that integrates several Toro applications into a single, user-friendly experience.

Currently, Intelli360 offers equipment tracking with geolocation, allowing users to see the location, status and maintenance needs of connected equipment on a map view. Teams can manage work orders with the ability to create and assign maintenance tasks, track parts and labour, and review service history.

“Intelli360 is designed with the flexibility to grow and evolve for the long term,” said Janel Hinde, Global Product Marketing Manager at Toro. “We’re currently working to add features like parts inventory, ordering functions and integration with third-party applications, and more enhancements are in development.”

Looking Ahead

Toro has set its sights on building a fully connected ecosystem for course maintenance. Future developments aim to bring irrigation systems, autonomous machine controls and diagnostic tools into the same digital platform. The long-term vision includes an integrated dashboard, bringing together data from across the golf course’s entire operation into one cohesive view. “We have a long runway planned for expanded features and integrations with other smart connected products and Toro systems,” said Hinde. “We’re committed to enhancing the platform in ways that bring value over time.”

Whether you manage a small course or a large-scale resort, smart connected tools like Intelli360 can help you make proactive, informed decisions. To learn more about what’s currently available and what’s on the horizon, visit toro.com/intelli360 or contact your local Toro distributor.