Implementor of wireless, rugged mobile computing solutions

General Dynamics Itronix Corporation is a world-class developer of wireless, rugged computing solutions for mobile workers, which distinguishes itself in the market through its technology innovation, superior implementation capabilities and customer support services. Itronix has a full range of wireless, rugged field computing systems, from rugged handhelds, to its award-winning line of rugged GoBook laptops and Tablet PCs, in addition to providing its widely acclaimed iCare Implementation Services that range from project planning and management to first line help desk support. Itronix serves mobile workers in markets, such as commercial field services, insurance, communications and utilities, government, military, public safety, transportation, and telecommunications.

With customers that include hundreds of Global 2000 companies with network diverse work environments and world recognized organizations, such as Sears, U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marines, FBI, Verizon, and Florida Power & Light, Itronix is one of the world's leading providers of wireless, rugged mobile computing solutions. According to recent research by Venture Development Corporation (VDC), Itronix is currently ranked the number one fully rugged notebook computer provider in Europe and number two in North America.

With its corporate offices in Spokane, WA, and international sales and support offices in Canada, Europe and Asia, the company is positioned to support the evolving needs for integrated wireless rugged computing systems on a global scale. In addition to a direct global sales force, Itronix currently has distributor partnerships with Hewlett Packard, CDWG and WAV, as well as an extensive network of vertical international resellers and distributors.

Itronix products and services also complement parent General Dynamics' command, control and communications capabilities. Along with capabilities acquired through the Aug. 16 purchase of Tadpole Computer, Inc. (Cupertino, Calif.), this enhanced expertise in rugged wireless computing enables General Dynamics to expand its offerings of trusted end-to-end, highly available network services, especially to defense customers. These mobile networks deliver actionable intelligence via advanced command-and-control applications to soldiers at the outer fringes of tactical networks, where bandwidth and other resources are limited.

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Case study: Alberta agency finds 30% productivity increase with GD-Itronix XR-1
Total cost of ownership is directly related to the increase in productivity that an investment in rugged technology yields. The Sustainable Resources Department of Alberta, Canada, conducted a mobile office initiative pilot project on public land, wildlife and forest resources management in 2007. The project included use of General Dynamics Itronix XR-1 rugged notebooks and resulted in a 30% productivity increase. View Government of Alberta case study. -- Posted Monday, July 21, 2008 by chb

ACES Channel Program
General Dynamics Itronix has introduced the ACES Channel Program to offer greater support for resellers of its rugged computing products and services. An enhanced deal registration program now offers volume incentive discounts. A significant investment has been made in a lead generation program to increase the number of qualified leads for its partner network. The company’s warranty and service programs have been simplified, making them easier to understand and easier for partners to sell. Marketing support has been expanded via a comprehensive marketing toolkit, a new and enhanced partner web portal and company store. Read press release on the ACES program. -- Posted Tuesday, April 15, 2008 by chb

General Dynamics Itronix introduces the Duo-Touch II next-generation rugged Tablet PC
General Dynamics Itronix announced today the availability of the Duo-Touch II, the second generation of the industry’s lightest rugged tablet PCs. Combining powerful processing power with an ergonomic tablet design for one-handed operation, the Duo-Touch II enables rugged, high-performance computing for mobile professionals in industries such as public safety, telecommunications, utilities, government, and insurance. The Duo-Touch II features the award winning, patent-pending Dynavue display technology developed by General Dynamics Itronix. DynaVue utilizes an innovative touchscreen design which increases outdoor viewability and fine detail definition, even in direct sunlight, by eliminating the internal reflections which wash out display clarity in other touchscreen displays. -- Posted Monday, February 11, 2008 by chb

General Dynamics Itronix amasses awards
General Dynamics Itronix amasses multiple honors, including 2007 Innovation Award from Cygnus Law Enforcement Group for the GoBook XR-1 and Military Embedded Systems Magazine's Editor's Choice Selection for DynaVue Touchscreen Display Technology. Most recently, the General Dynamics Itronix GoBook VR-2, a next-generation semi-rugged notebook, was named Best Notebook of the Year in the Semi-Rugged category by LAPTOP Magazine in its December 2007 issue. -- Posted Friday, November 30, 2007 by chb