Important Public Safety Computing News (10.21.03) Sprint PCS certifies all Itronix hardware platforms for wireless applications. If you're struggling with the CDPD to new wireless conversions, Itronix and Sprint PCS have your solution. Mehdi Sadri, of the Federal Way (WA) Police Department has this to say about our Sprint certification, "We believe the combination of Itronix laptops and Sprint’s service will make our police cars true mobile offices. Reducing officer's time in the report writing room and increasing their ability to access and update information as it happens, maximizes the time they spend on the road and in the community.” Check out the “Law Enforcement Goes Mobile” case study for more information. Itronix and CapWIN offer powerful wireless integration to DC Itronix is involved with the Capital Wireless Integrated Network (CapWIN), which is a state-of-the-art wireless integrated mobile data communications network being implemented to support federal, state, and local law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services (EMS), transportation, and other public safety agencies primarily in the Washington, DC Metro Area. Itronix' wireless, rugged mobile computing solutions have been selected as one of the wireless computing devices of choice to be used by the various public safety agencies. The purpose of CapWIN is to greatly enhance communications and messaging systems, effectively creating the first multi-state, inter-jurisdictional transportation and public safety integrated wireless network on the U.S. The link below will connect you to a recent article on CapWIN: http://news.com.com/2100-1001-954809.html Public Safety Overview Law Enforcement: Law enforcement officers need rugged, wireless computing and communications tools at their disposal to receive critical data- “on demand”. One of the most effective communications tools currently available is the Itronix GoBook. Itronix GoBook solutions transform a patrol car into a mobile office, enabling the officer to quickly check for priors and outstanding warrants, and even transmit and receive mugshots to positively ID a suspect. All Itronix GoBooks have multiple wireless modems fully integrated inside each device which will keep the officer “always-connected” to HQ, dispatch, and other patrol vehicles. This allows officers not only to receive critical data, but to also send field reports wirelessly over Wireless LAN, and to perform peer-to peer messaging car-to-car. IT Staff are enabled to perform software and bios updates by remotely interrogating the GoBook computers as they come into range of WLAN hotspots. The bottom line is that officers can perform their tasks in the field more effectively utilizing wireless mobile data with less risk, and without burdening the voice radio system IT Staff can perform software updates and fixes remotely via wireless, without having to physically “touch” every device. Deputy Adam Garcia of the Tarrant County Sheriff Department says this about the GoBook line of public safety computers, "If they told me that I could no longer have one of these computers in my vehicle, I'd transfer!" Fire/EMS/First Responders: Itronix wireless, rugged computing solutions perform when lives are in the balance. Transmitting and receiving critical dispatch data, maps, action plans, and patient information, they help emergency personnel best respond to critical situations. Whether it’s a burning building, HAZMAT response, or a civilian in need of critical medical attention, it pays to have the tools in your hand that enable the prepared response you are trained to perform. With only minutes to respond, action plans and diagrams must be at your fingertips. Touchscreen data entry reduces time required for processing and enables data to be viewed, transmitted and/or shared real-time. This improves response times, medical care, and the accuracy and timeliness of field reports and patient care records. When minutes can mean saved lives, Itronix solutions are the right prescription for first responders. First responders to emergency and disaster situations rely on the Itronix GoBook line of solutions for chemical, biological and bomb squad computing. Partnering with Defense Group Inc., (DGI) and their Chemical Biological Response Aide (CoBRA®) system has resulted in the deployment of Itronix products to over 2,000 first responders, including National Guard WMD Civil Support teams, the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, the Pentagon Force Protection Agency and many fire and police departments, nationwide. This partnership forms a complete hardware and software solution that gets the job done no matter how hazardous the situation. Why are Itronix Computers Such a Great Tool for Public Safety? Make no mistake, firefighters, law enforcement officers, and medics are tough on mobile computers. Their job is extremely challenging and often requires tools that are capable of 24/7 performance and great flexibility in wireless connectivity across different platforms. Itronix' arsenal of wireless and secure rugged hardware and services meet and exceed these challenges every day. Just ask FEderal Way Police, or Stafford County or Spotsylvania Police (see case study links in grey box adjacent). Itronix currently provides rugged wireless solutions to all public safety sectors from law enforcement, to fire rescue, and emergency medical response. Long-standing relationships with industry-leading solution partners allow Itronix to deliver a fully-integrated, turnkey package that meets your specific requirements for public safety. And for U.S. federal, and city/state/local government customers, Itronix solutions are also conveniently available for purchase via several GSA Contracts. The Benefits of an Itronix Public Safety Computing Solution: With Itronix computing solutions, public safety users benefit beyond the wireless, rugged performance of our products. Depth of expertise and services: Itronix has manufactured and supported mobile computing solutions for nearly two decades. We can handle everything from implementation and asset management, to gold disk (software imaging) and project management. Our three-tier customer support and warranty programs (iCare Services) are unmatched in the industry. For experience and depth of services, no one is better than Itronix. Check out specifics on Itronix Services. Specialization in large and complex deployments: Whether its 5 units or 15,000 units, we deploy and lead the implementation of your wireless rugged rollout–seamlessly. One-Call Client Service Center: One phone call to 800.638-9270 will handle your service and technical support issues.