Rugged v Non Rugged Mobile Devices

A survey carried out by Harris Executive Omnibus revealed that nearly a third of Fortune 1000 executives are investing in ruggedized handhelds, allowing them to go paperless, which will ultimately increase efficiency and reduce costs. Of the managers surveyed, a huge 67% are interested in replacing their consumer-grade PDAs, cell phones and smartphones with ruggedized handheld devices.

94% of executives use a PDA or smart phone. Of that number, 72% are using cell phones and interestingly 23% are currently using ruggedized handhelds.

The survey focused on cutting costs by going paperless, with 38% of managers claiming to be already paperless, 29% are transitioning to paperless operations, and 15% are planning to go paperless in the near future.

Apple I-Phone v Honeywell Dolphin 9700

Despite the fact that most workers currently use PDAs or smartphones, the future looks bright for ruggedized mobile computers. One argument was that smaller businesses prefer to save money on less durable consumer products, but taking into account the total cost of ownership over time, tougher saves money in the long run.

To find out more about portable terminals Paula, our mobile solutions expert has the answers. Email her at paula@barcodeproducts.co.uk or call free on 08008 560 588 for more information or a copy of our white paper on smartphones versus rugged mobile computers