Trimble announced a new strategic relationship with John Deere that aims to accelerate innovation and adoption of grade control technology in the construction industry. This partnership will integrate Trimble Earthworks Grade Control technology with the John Deere SmartGrade platform, providing customers worldwide access to advanced machine control capabilities for improved productivity and efficiency.
For over a decade, John Deere has offered a Trimble Ready option on select machines for simpler aftermarket installation. With the expansion of this relationship, select John Deere machines equipped with SmartGrade technology will have Trimble Earthworks available directly from the factory or as a field upgrade. This integration will allow seamless fitting into the Trimble technology ecosystem, enhancing connectivity between the office and field.
This collaboration aims to improve jobsite safety and efficiency, reflecting both companies’ commitment to promote machine control technology in the construction sector.
Integrating Trimble Earthworks will grant John Deere customers enhanced access to Trimble’s construction technology ecosystem, facilitating better management of data throughout the construction project lifecycle. “Trimble is committed to making it as easy as possible for civil construction contractors on jobsites all over the world to benefit from the use of machine control technology, regardless of what type of heavy equipment they use,” said Ron Bisio, senior vice president, field systems at Westminster-based Trimble.