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MobileDemand Announces Partnership with Barcoding Inc.
Tuesday, January 17, 2011. MobileDemand, a leading provider of Rugged Tablet PC systems used by a variety of industries, announces a reseller partnership agreement with Baltimore-based Barcoding, Inc., a leading mobility systems integrator focused on automated data capture and wireless technology. MobileDemand also announces software certification on one of Barcoding, Inc.’s partner offerings, Rutherford and Associates’ eoStar route accounting software.
MobileDemand Introduces xTablet C1200 Rugged Convertible
Hiawatha, Iowa, February 2, 2011 – MobileDemand, manufacturer of rugged xTablet PCs, introduces the rugged, high-performance xTablet C1200 convertible tablet specifically designed for the always-mobile professional who needs superior connectivity and access to business applications anytime, anywhere. This versatile device quickly and easily transforms from a rugged laptop to a Tablet PC making it ideal for field service (utilities, maintenance and repair, insurance), military, public sector (fire, law enforcement, public safety, and inspections), health care, agriculture, delivery and other mobile applications. The easy-grip handle lets mobile professionals quickly grab it and go.
MobileDemand Equips Nascar Red Bull Racing Team
Red Bull Racing Team crew will use MobileDemand xTablet T7000 Rugged Mini Tablet PCs to monitor tires, fuel consumption and track timing and scoring to give the team a competitive edge by communicating faster and more efficiently throughout the race weekend.
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, USA – January 11, 2010 –MobileDemand, a leading rugged Tablet PC provider, today announced its sponsorship with the Red Bull Racing Team which competes in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. MobileDemand has provided the team with ten of its new rugged xTablet T7000 ultra mobile computers.
The devices will be predominately used by the spotter, tire specialist and the gasman to record and compute data. Integrated bar code scanners will assist the tire specialist in 
organizing the race tires throughout the weekend.
"Retail Ready" mini xTablet T7000 Offers Retailers Alternative to Handhelds
Supporting full Windows® 7 and Intel® Atom™ processor, the small, light-weight xTablet T7000 with bar code scanner and credit card reader puts the power of the Retail enterprise into the hands of the mobile retail associate.
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, USA – January 11, 2010 –MobileDemand, a leading rugged Tablet PC provider, today announced the availability of the “Retail Ready” xTablet T7000, a rugged mini Tablet PC that combines the functionality of a notebook, full Windows OS of a Tablet PC and the portability and data collection capabilities of a handheld in a light-weight slate form factor with a built-in numeric keypad, optional QWERTY keyboard attachment, color camera and 7” high resolution (1024 x 600 & 768) all-light-readable touch screen display. The ultra light, ultra mobile xTablet T7000 is ideal for line busting, mobile POS, inventory management, ordering, shelf sets, field sales and delivery.
“The interest in the xTablet T7000 from major retailers and consumer goods manufacturers since its introduction in October has been tremendous,” says MobileDemand President Matt Miller.
“Many of the companies we are working with are talking about replacing their handhelds for in-store, warehouse and route delivery applications and laptops for field sales. They want to cut development, deployment, training and maintenance costs by standardizing on one device. The form factor, functionality, power and performance of the rugged xTablet T7000 mini tablet PC makes it possible,” Miller continues.
New MobileDemand® xTablet T7000, a Small, Lightweight Rugged Tablet PC
The xTablet T7000 is a rugged Tablet PC with the capacity and performance to support all the applications mobile workers need at a price companies can afford.
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, USA – October 28, 2009 –MobileDemand, a leading rugged Tablet PC provider, today introduced the xTablet T7000, a rugged UMPC (Ultra mobile PC) that combines the functionality of a notebook, full Windows OS of a Tablet PC and the portability and data collection capabilities of a handheld in a lightweight slate form factor with a built-in numeric keypad, optional QWERTY keyboard attachment and 7” high resolution (1024 x 600 & 768) all-light-readable touch screen display.
“Our customers need a new kind of rugged Tablet PC; one that is small and light-weight like a handheld, yet still has a large screen and the performance and functionality of a full Windows OS device,” says MobileDemand President Matt Miller.
“The xTablet T7000 delivers on all these requirements. Customers can run full versions of their business applications eliminating the need to create and support ‘light’ versions. An example is in the direct store delivery market for consumer goods: in addition to replacing laptops for field sales, beta tests indicate that the xTablet T7000 also has the potential to replace handhelds for route delivery. Plus, it offers customers additional capabilities to provide new revenue-generating products and services to their customers and make better decisions at the point of transaction,” Miller continues.
MobileDemand® named to the 2008 Inc. 500 list
Rugged Tablet PC provider recognized as a rapidly growing company.
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, USA – August 20, 2008 – To cap a year of recognition and accomplishments, MobileDemand, a rugged Tablet PC manufacturer based in Iowa, has been named to the Inc. 500 list, a ranking of the fastest growing private companies in the United States. MobileDemand placed 148 on the 2008 Inc.500 list with a three-year growth rate of more than 1,500 percent. In the computers and electronics category, MobileDemand was ranked as the third fastest growing company in America. It was also recognized as the top firm in growth in Iowa.
Affiliated Foods Midwest chooses MobileDemand Tablet PC to help reduce Cost of Goods Substantially in Retail Industry
xTablet Rugged Tablet PC provides Retailers with significant Industry Advantage
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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, USA – May 23, 2008 – Affiliated Foods Midwest, a member-owned grocery cooperative headquartered in Norfolk, Neb., recently partnered with rugged Tablet PC manufacturer MobileDemand to help simplify its order entry process and streamline operations – a move that helped significantly decrease the cost of goods sold for participating retailers.
Idaho Dairy implements MobileDemand Tablet PC in wireless computing solution to help monitor health and breeding of 8,000 cows
ProfitSource DairyQuest software provides agriculture industry means to increase daily farm operation efficiency.
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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, USA – May 22, 2008 – Box Canyon Dairy, a 2,500-acre dairy in Wendell, Idaho, recently partnered with rugged Tablet PC manufacturer MobileDemand and agricultural industry software provider ProfitSource to implement a mobile computing system that improved the efficiency of daily operations and provided access to the information needed to give each individual cow the veterinary attention it needs.
MobileDemand named Technology Company of the Year by the Technology Association of Iowa
Rugged Tablet PC maker recognized as leader and innovator in field.
CEDAR RAPIDS , Iowa March 17, 2008 -- The Technology Association of Iowa last week named MobileDemand®, a Cedar Rapids-based rugged Tablet PC manufacturer, Technology Company of the Year. MobileDemand was recognized for its rapid growth, innovation and leadership in the field.
The awards presentation was part of the association's annual Prometheus Awards, Iowa's largest and most prestigious awards devoted to promoting and celebrating the innovation and high-tech excellence in Iowa.
Tablet PC: MobileDemand Releases the xTablet T8700 Rugged Tablet PC for the Mobile Workforce
Rugged Tablet PC system offers the industry's highest performance, superior ruggedness, and data collection capability with numeric keypad, bar-code scanning and credit card reading.
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, USA - February 27, 2008 - MobileDemand®, a leading provider of rugged Tablet PCs, today announced full production availability of the xTablet® T8700, the latest installment in their roster of rugged computer solutions built for a variety of vertical markets.
The xTablet T8700 is the ultimate Tablet PC for mobile workforces because it offers the unique combination of the industry's highest performance, extensive data collection capabilities, and military rated ruggedness. Also, the device is one of the few in the industry capable of supporting Windows Vista.
MobileDemand® Attains Gold Certified Partner Status in Microsoft Partner Program
MobileDemand Further Distinguishes Itself by Earning a Microsoft Competency in OEM Hardware Solutions with System Building Specialization
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, USA - August 28, 2007 - MobileDemand, LC, providing rugged Tablet PC systems for a wireless world, today announced it has attained Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Program with a competency in OEM Hardware Solutions and a specialization in System Building, recognizing MobileDemand's expertise and impact in the technology marketplace. As a Gold Certified Partner, MobileDemand has demonstrated expertise with Microsoft technologies and proven ability to meet customers' needs. Microsoft Gold Certified Partners receive a rich set of benefits, including access, training and support, giving them a competitive advantage in the channel.
World's Only Rugged Tablet PC with Integrated Numeric Keypad Released by MobileDemand
HIAWATHA, Iowa, April 24, 2007 - MobileDemand announced the release of the xTablet T8600 Rugged Tablet PC with an integrated numeric keypad that meets military standards (MIL-STD-810F). This enhancement accompanied with bar-code scanning, and magnetic stripe card reading has attracted new high profile customers like Disney, Anheuser-Busch, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Disney had the opportunity to improve line flow, and chose the new MobileDemand product as their solution. Now, visitors will find the xTablet T8600 rugged Tablet PC in use at Walt Disney World Resort parks in the Orlando, Florida area. Using the combination of the bar-code scanner, magnetic stripe card reader, and integrated numeric keypad, they deploy the xTablet as a "line busting" tool to speed visitor flow, increase revenue and improve customer service.
Beer Wholesalers Seize MobileDemand's Computing Tools
CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA - As part of Anheuser-Busch's Seamless Selling efforts, their Mobility team tests and recommends a variety of hardware devices that will meet different wholesaler needs. The MobileDemand xTablet is a ruggedized device that is certified to work with AB Mobility. When asked about the certification process, Matt Miller, President of MobileDemand stated, "In a word, it was tough. A-B has a very comprehensive set of criteria for certification and our xTablet met the challenge. It also provides them with the flexibility to add on as they develop new applications to meet their growing data collection and management needs."
At a mere 3.7 pounds and just 10" by 7.2", the xTablet's light weight and easy-to-handle size seems to contradict its incredible functionality and power. Utilizing the Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating system, this hand-held is fully capable of running Power Point presentations and full video with sound as well as the other necessary functions of a route accounting system.