A Rugged, Mobile Computer Blog: September 2009

September 28, 2009

Which vehicle mount is right for your laptop?

If you’re a mobile professional and you frequently find yourself on your computer while in the driver’s seat, a Vehicle Laptop Mount, which includes a universal laptop tray, is a good option for holding your laptop inside your vehicle.

If you have not found the right vehicle computer mount solution on our website, please feel free to call our Vehicle Mount Specialist at 1-866-784-4338 or complete our Vehicle Computer Mount Questionnaire. A vehicle mount specialist will contact you as we have many additional solutions available.

September 21, 2009

Group Mobile Press Center – Press Release (September 17, 2009)

Group Mobile, a provider of rugged, mobile and field-use computing products, announced that they made the Inc. 5,000 list of fast growth companies in the U.S. for the third year in a row.

To read the complete article, click on our Press Center.

For more information regarding rugged mobile computing visit www.groupmobile.com or call us at 1-866-RUGGED8

September 14, 2009

Self-Assess Your Mobile Computing Needs

A rugged mobile computer is essentially a portable computer that’s been engineered to stand up to the toughest conditions. There are many different kinds of rugged computers and they come in a variety of different sizes, form factors and prices.

If you’re thinking of buying a rugged mobile computer, but not quite sure which computer will best meet your needs here is a quick Systems Requirement Questionnaire you can review and complete. It will only take a few minutes and it will guide you to what a rugged mobile computer can offer.

To speak to a rugged mobile computer expert, call us at 1-866-784-4338; or visit us online at www.groupmobile.com.

September 8, 2009

How Rugged Computers are Rated?

Demand for rugged computers is growing at a rapid rate. But how can you tell how rugged a mobile computer really is?

Listed below are some of the more common ratings and standards frequently used by manufacturers to define a product's degree of ruggedization.

IP (Ingress Protection) Ratings
NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturer Association) Ratings
MIL-STD (Military Standard) or MIL-SPEC (Military Specification)
IS (Intrinsic Safety)

Click here to clarify what each of these specifications truly mean when describing the “ruggedness” of a mobile computer.

About Us

Group Mobile is a full “end-to-end” mobile technology solution provider of complete mobile project lifecycle services across all sectors and vertical industries. Group Mobile employees bring years of mobility experience and knowledge in Public Sector, Federal, and Commercial industries ensuring our customers’ satisfaction.

Group Mobile’s sole mission — To deliver the very best industry-leading solutions, including:

- Rugged mobile hardware
- In-vehicle and complete system integration
- Project service support
- Pre-deployment and post-deployment services
- Asset management
- Customer support helpdesk

These solutions are constructed by Group Mobile to solve pressing problems and ensure our customers are receiving exceptional value, return on investment, and a trusted long-lasting partnership.

Our goal is to provide a perfectly customized mobile solution for every customer. We will streamline your entire mobile workforce ensuring your devices are ready to go when you open the box, and easy to manage when out in the field. We will help you select, deploy, and manage every piece of your mobile environment.

Group Mobile has mastered the true challenges of mobility through understanding the key elements required for a successful mobile deployment — hardware, connectivity, data, and customer back-end network infrastructures.