CIOTechOutlook >> Magazine >> June - 2015 issue

Zebra Technologies: Empowering the Mobile workforce to raise Productivity and deliver better Customer Experiences

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By 2015, enterprise mobile workers are expected to be using almost 500 million mobile devices, driving demand for robust enterprise mobile management solutions (Source: VDC Research). While enterprises have a wide selection of mobile solution options, few can meet their needs for business-critical hardware, software, accessories, and service plans.Harnessing the Internet of Things (IoT) to empower mobile workers, Zebra's all-in-one mobility solutions can empower field employees with all the necessary resources and tools in multifunctional devices at lower costs. These mobility solutions help field employees operate at their peak efficiency by empowering them with enterprise asset intelligence, so that they canreact to situations in any part of the value chain in real time.

Built for the enterprise, Zebra’s business class mobile computers are designed to lower costs and reduce downtime. Some of these features include:

• Remote systems that help customers easily manage devices and reduce the cost of device management per user by as much as 85 percent: for example, Zebra’s mobile devices are purpose-built from the inside out for both voice and data to allow versatility and multi-functionality.

• Robust operating systems that provide reliable access to applications and the computers are tough and durable:Zebra’sRhoMobile HTML5 development platform allows mobile computers to work seamlessly with a wide range of applications developed or used by partners and customers.

• Versatile connectivity to Bluetooth, WLAN and mobile networks: for example, Zebra’s handheld mobile computers can be connected tosecure wireless networks, which allows workers to communicate with each other and gain corporate resources in real-time even when they are out in the field.

Asbusinesses evolve with the times, some legacy and IT infrastructure issues they may face include device refresh cycles, training costs with the deployment of new devices or new hires, or unexpected costs of device updates/repairs and network disruptions. Zebra recognizes these and their enterprise mobility devices are well-served with timely support, resources and updates. Each device is a result of over 80 years' experience in designing easy to use communications technology. These devices are ergonomic, intuitive and highly reliable—they are the companions that teams need to work faster, smarter and safer.

In order to continually meet customers’ demands and keep their products services relevant, Zebra also has a partner program in place that educate and empowers their partners with training opportunities and open channels for feedback, enabling them to better advise and engage with their customers.

“Today, Zebra provides end-to-end solutions to be an enabler of enterprise mobility. We believe that technology companies with deep experience in specific industries have first-mover advantage in helping customers create smarter enterprises tailored for specific industry sectors. Our tracking and visibility solutions transform the physical to digital, creating the data streams enterprises need to simplify operations, know more about their businesses through enterprise asset intelligence, and empower their mobile workforces.Zebra’s legacy in creating visibility solutions for the retail, healthcare, manufacturing and transportation and logistics industries solidify it as the go-to partner for creating a smarter and connected business world,” Deep Agarwal, Regional Sales Director, India, Zebra Technologies Asia Pacific.

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