During NRF 2012, Motorola Solutions introduced the MPM-100 that will be available in April. This exciting new Mobile Payment Module enables the process of any type of payment—anywhere and anytime. When pairing this small multi-payment module with your mobile computers via Bluetooth, workers can accept:

• Credit (capture signatures on mobile device)
• Debit
• Loyalty and gift cards with magnetic stripes
• Chip and PIN-based credit
• Near Field Communication (NFC) payments made via mobile phones

The versatile MPM-100 also boasts the highest level of data security and offers cost-efficient PCI compliance.

Stay tuned in the coming months for additional information about this exciting new device.

Let’s Get Mobile! Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about mobile payment processing solutions.

In our Oct. 10th post I provided information about the importance of quality control in manufacturing and how mobile computers improve the speed and accuracy of quality checks across the entire supply chain.  As a follow-up post, today I’m sharing this video from Motorola Solutions that provides additional information about quality in manufacturing processes.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. to learn more about our end-to-end mobile solutions for manufacturers.

Many courier and express delivery businesses are required to provide customers with proof of delivery.  Mobile computers that feature signature capture and bar code scanning provide comprehensive proof of delivery information that is captured in real-time and sent to the back office to meet these requirements.  Even if your customers aren’t demanding this capability yet, large shippers have created an expectation for this type of service.  Mobile technology continues to evolve and taking a proactive approach ensures that your customers remain happy and your business is staying ahead of the competition.  DecisionPoint’s MobileArc Courier Solutions provide the mobile features that your drivers need to complete deliveries and to capture the detailed delivery information your customers have come to expect.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. to learn more about our MobileArc Courier Solutions.

Have you registered for Field Service 2011 yet?  Field Service 2011 is the biggest it’s ever been with 70+ speakers ready to share information about the latest strategies in core service functions including mobility, workforce management, technical support and knowledge management.  Field Service 2011 will be taking place in Chandler, AZ at the Sheraton Wildhorse Pass Resort & Spa April 26th-29th.

Join DecisionPoint during the conference and attend our workshop —“Achieving the ROI You Need from Your Field Service Automation Deployment.”  In this workshop you’ll learn how automating the operations of your field service workforce with mobile computers promises the benefits of higher customer satisfaction, higher service revenues, and lower service costs. But exactly what are all the specific areas of ROI potential and how exactly do you design, rollout, and support such a deployment so that these benefits are attained across your entire field service workforce?  Register for our workshop today to learn how you can achieve the full ROI that you are looking for from mobile computers in the hands of your field service workforce.  Receive 25% off your registration when you register for 3 days or more with Promo Code: 10723XA558

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to attend the leading service and support conference and act fast to take advantage of the special discount.  We hope to see you at the show!

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about Field Service 2011 and our MobileArc Field Service solutions.

Yesterday DecisionPoint Systems announced that Grapevine Push-to-Talk software has received Enterprise Mobility Validation from Motorola Solutions. Grapevine received validation through Motorola’s Enterprise Mobility Validated Solution Program, which included testing of common customer usage scenarios and validation at Motorola’s state-of-the-art testing facility.  Grapevine was tested and validated on Motorola mobile computers and across all four major U.S. cellular carriers, as well as Wi-Fi interoperability.  Grapevine is ideal for businesses with field-based workforces and provides immediate communications between dispatchers and field workers.

Motorola’s Enterprise Mobility Validated Solution Program provides partners with the opportunity to co-validate their software solutions on Motorola products in order to ensure interoperability, as well as to accelerate solution deployment and increase customer confidence.  Read the entire press release to learn more about Grapevine’s validation on Motorola’s full line of ruggedized mobile computers or download the release.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about Grapevine Push-to-Talk software.

The Aberdeen report “Enterprise-Grade Mobile Applications: Secure Information When and Where it’s Needed,” placed respondents in three categories, Best-in-Class, Industry Average and Laggards and used their responses to identify the mobile practices that set top performing businesses apart.  According to the report, some of the Best-in-Class methods include:

• Mobilize business intelligence applications
• Develop management and security policies for all mobile devices
• Tackle safety and security issues of mobile business intelligence dissemination
• Take a hands-on approach, involve managers in the mobile implementation and invest in initiatives from beginning to end

These Best-in-Class methods can serve as a model for any company deploying mobile devices and DecisionPoint’s MobileArc™ Field Mobility Practice is designed with these methods in mind and many more.  MobileArc is a professional services practice that DecisionPoint Systems has created for automating your field-based workforce.  It includes all the services needed for achieving success in automating the operation of your field-based workforce with mobile computers; installation and configuration of software packages, professional services for technical setup and user training, carrier activation of mobile computers on wireless networks, all related hardware and accessories, as well as ongoing support services.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about our end-to-end enterprise mobility solutions and our MobileArc Field Mobility Practice.

In the fast-paced retail environment, it is essential that managers can access store productivity applications without spending their entire day behind a desk.  By providing your managers with a solution that utilizes mobile computers or cell phones, they can access real-time information from the sales floor.  Improve associate and manager productivity with applications that include:

• Task Management-assign, display and monitor completion of tasks
• Time Schedule-review current and upcoming schedules
• Sales Status-graph sales in real-time by selected view (daily total, dollars per hour or time of day)

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about mobile management applications and mobile task management solutions.

DecisionPoint will be sponsoring the 9th Annual Field Service and Support Conference April 26-29, 2011 and will be presenting a workshop entitled “Achieving the ROI You Need from Your Field Service Automation Deployment.”

Field Service 2011 will highlight the latest strategies in core service functions including mobility, workforce management, technical support and knowledge management and provide key insights on innovative developments.

Stay tuned in the coming weeks and months for additional information about this exciting event and the DecisionPoint workshop “Achieving the ROI You Need from Your Field Service Automation Deployment.”

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about mobile solutions designed for mobile field service workforces.

Typical mobile retail solutions can be categorized in two segments by business function:

• In-Store Systems-Mobile Inventory, Mobile Point of Sale (POS), Customer-Facing Applications and other specialized systems.
• Distribution Systems-Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems.

DecisionPoint provides expert solutions in all areas of retail, from store operations to distribution center operations and understands that each system requires a combination of hardware, software, services and support to be successful.  Visit us in the next few days to learn more about our specific in-store and distribution center solutions that utilize mobile computing and scanning systems to handle multiple business functions.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about our mobile solutions designed for retailers.

Motorola recently announced the release of the newest addition to their line of mobile computers−the ES400 Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA).  Designed for mobile task workers, the ES400 is Motorola’s smallest EDA, but don’t let it’s pocket-sized design fool you, it packs a punch.  Key features include:

• Motorola Enterprise User Interface (MEUI)-Designed for enterprise and business users and enables faster, easier access to commonly used applications
• Microsoft Windows Mobile Pro 6.5 Operating System
• High Resolution 3.2 MP auto-focus digital camera
• 3-inch color touch screen display
• Built-in biometric fingerprint reader
• High-quality speakerphone, microphone and receiver

And much, much more!  Download the ES400 spec sheet for additional information about all of the features.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about the Motorola ES400 EDA.