John Deere Connectivity Technology Series – Episode 8 – Manual Work Trigger

Introducing Manual Work Trigger, an efficient solution to create precise work boundaries, especially when operating across adjacent fields. In many cases, automatic work boundaries may merge nearby fields, leading to confusion in measurements and potential disputes between farmers and contractors. Manual Work Trigger helps eliminate this challenge by enabling operators to define clear start and stop points for each field, ensuring accurate and separate boundaries. With JDLink Connect and compatible systems, operators can easily activate the feature using simple controls before and after completing each field. This ensures that every field is recorded individually, even when working across multiple adjoining plots. The result is accurate acre measurement, fair billing and greater transparency in every operation. By reducing ambiguity and improving clarity, Manual Work Trigger helps strengthen trust between farmers and contractors. What is covered? 00:00 – Introduction to Manual Work Trigger 00:13 – Why Accurate Boundaries Matter 00:20 – How Manual Work Trigger Helps 00:31 – Example: Working Across Multiple Fields 00:48 – Using GreenSystem Link Controls 01:08 – Viewing Boundaries in Operations Center App 01:15 – Accurate Measurement and Billing 01:28 – Building Trust through Transparency