Mobile Computers

The development of transistors small enough to allow a personal computer on every desk in an office was a giant step that revolutionised the way we do our work. Over time that technology has continued to improve, now allowing us to take the office out on to the shop floor and beyond in something that can fit in a pocket. Manufacturers have in turn responded to the requirements of longevity in an industrial environment by developing the current generation of rugged PDAs and mobile computers, designed to absorb knocks and scrapes without damage to the components within.

Another development which has aided in the portability of mobile computers has been in networking technologies such as wireless data transfer. This allows for real time, unilateral data updates right across the shop floor, without need for a cable or periodic visits to a docking station. This means your staff have the very latest information available at all times, significantly improving efficiency at every level.

Progress has not slowed however, as the current trend focuses on the convergence of different technologies to pack ever more functionality in to the same size package. Not only is the raw processing power and complexity of applications available to mobile computers increasing all the time, several companies now incorporate mobile computers, a barcode scanner, RFID reader and several different connectivity options all in one handheld device.

If you're looking for assistance with your rugged mobile computer purchase please contact your regional sales office or complete the enquiry form below.