Enfora Announces OEM Design Win for Ruggedized Mobile Solutions.Business Editors & High Tech Writers PLANO, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 9, 2002 Enfora, Inc., a leader in providing wireless data solutions, announced today that it secured its first OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and design win from Panasonic Computer Solutions Company, utilizing the new Enfora Enabler-C(TM) (CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) A low-speed, digital, wireless data network that is an enhancement to an existing analog cellular network. Based on IBM's CelluPlan II, CDPD provides a packet overlay onto the AMPS network and moves data at 19. ) module. The Enfora Enabler-C(TM) is an OEM wireless CDPD module. Under terms of the agreement, Panasonic will integrate the Enfora Enabler-C(TM) into its new ruggedized handheld, the Toughbook(R) 01. Shipments of the Enfora Enabler-C(TM) to Panasonic have already begun. The Enfora Enabler-C(TM) is the first in a line of Enfora OEM modular modems. The Enablers unique modular design In the context of systems engineering, modular design — or "modularity in design" — is an approach aiming to subdivide a system into smaller parts (modules) that can be independently created and then used in different systems to drive multiple functionalities. allows for fast and easy integration for a variety of wireless data markets. The unique design of the Enabler modules also provides a quick and cost effective upgrade path from existing CDPD to GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) The first high-speed digital data service provided by cellular carriers that used the GSM technology. GPRS added a packet-switched channel to GSM, which uses dedicated, circuit-switched channels for voice conversations. capabilities. This upgrade path provides a tremendous advantage, as it allows customers to build applications and offer products with proven solutions on today's wireless data networks, while planning for migration to next generation capability. "Panasonic is very impressed with the performance the Enabler-C(TM) provides in a mobile environment." said Rance Poehler, President of Panasonic Personal Computer Company. "Enfora provided an embedded modem solution for our needs that exceeded our expectations," further notes Poehler. "Enfora considers Panasonic an important partner in our future," said Mark Weinzierl, President of Enfora. "Panasonic is one of the leading notebook manufacturers in the world, and is continually expanding into new markets. We are excited about this strategic agreement with Panasonic, as it validates the Enabler as a key component in mobile solutions." About Enfora Based in Plano, Texas Plano (IPA: /ˈpleɪnoʊ/) is a wealthy suburb of Dallas, Texas, located to the north, mainly within Collin County, but also extending into Denton County. According to the 2000 U.S. , Enfora is a leader in enabling wireless data solutions to enhance mobility and data access from remote locations for public and corporate sectors. Providing access to mission-critical data, files and applications quickly and wirelessly, Enfora products are available through a growing network of distributors, wireless providers and resellers. For more information, visit www.enfora.com. About Panasonic Computer Solutions Company Panasonic Computer Solutions Company is the leading provider of ruggedized and wireless notebook PCs for mobile professionals in the USA. The company is a unit company of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America, the principal North American North American named after North America. North American blastomycosis see North American blastomycosis. North American cattle tick see boophilusannulatus. subsidiary of Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. of Japan (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange : MC), which recorded annual sales of $61.45 billion in the most recent fiscal year. Matsushita Electric is one of the only manufacturers today that directly controls the process of design, manufacture and quality assurance of its notebook PCs. Many key components, including LCD panels, Lithium Ion A rechargeable battery technology introduced in 1991 that provides greater charge per pound than nickel metal hydride. In 1993, Toshiba introduced the first notebook in the U.S. with a Li-ion battery. batteries, DVD DVD: see digital versatile disc. DVD in full digital video disc or digital versatile disc Type of optical disc. The DVD represents the second generation of compact-disc (CD) technology. and CD-ROM drives, and board-level electronics are the products of its divisions. The products, people and business of Panasonic Computer Solutions Company are entirely dedicated to the needs of the professional user, including Fortune 1000 business and government professionals. Panasonic also supplies mobile computing solutions to over 1,800 police departments in the United States. For additional information: http://www.panasonic.com/toughbook |
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