Those responsible for procuring rugged mobile devices for field services, utilities, logistics and the emergency services are focused on finding hardware that will clearly boost productivity within their company, according to an independent industry survey by conference organiser IQPC.
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IQPC Enterprise Mobility Exchange survey reveals rugged mobile device procurement challenge
Mar 11, 2015
Tablet adoption in commercial segment to drive growth in Western Europe, says IDC
Mar 11, 2015
According to figures published by International Data Corporation (IDC), the commercial tablet market will reach more than 11 million units by 2019 in Western Europe, achieving more than 130% growth (CAGR 2014–2019) (IDC EMEA Tablet Tracker Forecast, 4Q14, February 2015).
Frost & Sullivan identifies disruptive opportunities for Internet of Things
Mar 11, 2015
The massive potential of Internet of Things (IoT) to stoke convergence and collaboration worldwide has been reined in by the lack of data security and interoperability among devices and objects.
Successful omnichannel retailing guide launches to help bricks and mortar retailers rise to the online challenge
Mar 11, 2015
FACT-Finder, an ecommerce specialist serving some of Europe's leading retail chains, has published an "Omnichannel Playbook", written by Founder and CEO Carsten Kraus.
60% of adults change their shopping habits due to promotions
Mar 11, 2015
Retailer promotions are directly impacting the buying habits of 60% of UK consumers, according to new research from RapidCampaign.
Luxury and fashion leaders to discuss global assortments at TXT’s 5th Thinking Retail
Mar 11, 2015
Thinking Retail, Europe's top event for luxury and fashion brands and retailers, will take place at the Westin Place Vendome in the heart of Paris on 19 March.
eCommerce ‘Best in Class’ robotics arrives at ProMat from India
Mar 11, 2015
eCommerce 'Best in Class' robotics arrives at ProMat 2015 from Indian AGV (automated guided vehicle) pioneer Hi-Tech Robotic Systemz.
Cloud World Forum 2015
Mar 11, 2015
Cloud World Forum continues to go from strength to strength, and we're looking forward to 2015 being the best year yet!
Star Micronics launches all-in-one mobile point Of purchase solution
Mar 11, 2015
International POS printer manufacturer Star Micronics has launched its mobile point of purchase solution. mPOP combines a 58mm Bluetooth thermal printer with a cash drawer to provide the ultimate space saving mobile POS system for retail and hospitality.
Study reveals British online shoppers demand flexibility
Mar 11, 2015
UPS have released the second UPS Pulse of the Online Shopper Europe study, analysing what drives an online shopper's full path to purchase, including over 1,000 British respondents. Results show the advent of the 'flex shopper' – an online buyer who easily switches channels and devices when evaluating and purchasing products.
