Now, for a little fun…people in the technology industry often have a love of “techie” gadgets and gizmos that extends beyond their 9-5 jobs. We might have the newest smartphone, the coolest new apps on our tablets, or the latest gaming system. Even if you don’t consider yourself a “gamer,” today’s gaming systems should appeal […]
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Trouble for the Honeywell-Intermec Deal?
Honeywell’s announcement of plans to buy Intermec at $10 per share last December has faced its share of scrutiny, with the Federal Trade Commission leading the pack. The FTC’s main concern seems to be on the deal’s potential for limiting competition in the auto identification and data capture (AIDC) industry. Honeywell and Intermec are the second […]
“Big Data” Doesn’t Have to Be a Big Headache
“Big data”–route speed, fuel usage, delivery time, mileage, etc.–is increasingly important, and more difficult than ever to analyze on paper, in the field service industry. Improvements in these areas can mean higher profits, lower overhead costs, and increased customer satisfaction. But the time commitment and level of difficulty involved in analyzing this data can create a logistical nightmare for […]
“OK Glass, Violate My Privacy.”
The release of the first round of Google’s wearable computer, Google Glass, is causing quite a stir. While I haven’t encountered anyone wearing them (nor do I know anyone who has), the wearers are out there, and they are seeing the world much differently than you or I. Joanna Stern, Tech Editor for ABC News, […]
To Be (Rugged) Or Not To Be…
Our clients often wonder whether it is necessary to take on the (often) added expense of using ruggedized mobile business devices over consumer-grade ones. DCT clients aren’t the only ones asking this question. In a world where technologically advanced smartphones can be purchased on the cheap, it is becoming increasingly important that businesses weigh the costs (literally and […]
Motion Computing’s New CL910 Tablet is Pretty Darn Impressive
Motion Computing, one of the most trusted names in the tablet computing industry, recently unveiled its CL910, an updated version of the popular CL900. The tablet itself is sleek and simple, but what goes on inside of it is anything but simple. The CL910 weighs in at just over 2 lbs, but it’s heavy in […]