Using tablets or mobile devices on the hangar floor can be safe and effective for work instructions, but only if you address several constraints: EHS rules (FOD, ignition hazards, PED limits), cybersecurity, data integrity, environmental robustness, and validation of the software and workflows. Safety and compliance depend on your specific controls, not the device alone.

Digital work instructions can support FAA and EASA audit readiness by tightening configuration control, traceability, and evidence capture at the point of work. Benefits depend heavily on integration with MES/QMS/PLM, disciplined change control, validated systems, and consistent operator use. They improve evidence availability but do not guarantee compliance or audit outcomes.