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Paul Callow to lead Lexmark channel revamp

Paul Callow has been appointed as Lexmark's ISD & channel director, UK & Ireland, to re-energise the company's channel.

Hackers concur misconfigured networks main cause of breaches

Tufin Technologies has announced the results of its annual 'Hacking Habits' survey, designed to better understand how trends in the hacking community impact corporate security teams.

Tandberg Data unveils network-attached data protection appliance designed for SMEs

Tandberg Data has announced a family of intelligent network-attached disk appliances, called the AccuVault Series, that is said to dramatically improve the way small and medium businesses store, manage and protect their mission-critical data.

SMEs urged to unlock the secrets of the web through free events

Smaller businesses across the UK are being invited to discover how they can harness the full potential of the internet through a series of free events.

Quartix telematics helps Suffolk council optimise refuse-truck routes

Suffolk's St Edmundsbury Borough Council has created a joint committee with neighbouring Forest Heath District Council to work on route optimisation for its refuse and cleansing trucks.

Datamax-O'Neil offers extended warranty service agreements for its entire printer portfolio

Datamax-O'Neil announces the availability of extended warranty agreements and value added service options to its European and North American partners.

Newly patented technology 'reaffirms AhnLab position as premier provider of online banking security'

AhnLab Inc., provider of integrated security solutions, has announced the issuance of Korea Intellectual Property Office (KIPO) Patent No. 10-2008-0007159: "Protection System and Method for Internet Websites."

Handheld Group receives ISO certifications

Handheld Group, the global supplier of rugged mobile computers, has obtained ISO certifications for Quality and Environmental Management.

Portable Citizen printers speed up labelling in the warehouse

Kiddicare.com is using the latest printing technology from Citizen Systems Europe to streamline its warehouse operations.

Box Technologies launches TOSHIBA TEC printer series

Technology and service provider Box Technologies has signed a distribution agreement with TOSHIBA TEC for their entire range of Auto-ID products.

Thunderhead and TCS form global strategic alliance

Thunderhead and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) have entered into a global strategic alliance to strengthen TCS' Business Intelligence Process Management (BIPM) practice and provide BIPM solutions and services to worldwide clients.

Avnet awarded new contract to distribute full Avaya product portfolio

Avnet Technology Solutions, the solutions distributor and an operating group of Avnet, Inc., has been awarded a new contract by Avaya International Sales Limited to distribute its full product portfolio in the UK.

Boardwalktech updates collaboration platform for global manufacturers

Boardwalktech, provider of collaboration solutions for global enterprises, has launched a new version of its Boardwalk Collaboration Platform (BCP).

Buddhist temple goes wireless

Ruckus Wireless today announced that Thailand's largest Buddhist Temple, Wat Phra Dhammakaya, has completed the deployment of Ruckus Smart Wi-Fi products and technology throughout its massive 80-acre facility.

Mint Wireless becomes part of Motorola value chain for payments

Mint Wireless Ltd. (Mint) has entered into a partnership arrangement with Motorola Inc.

Double Backup Protection with new Oops!Backup Version 3

Valletta, Malta: Altaro Software, developer of the easy to use backup software for home and small and medium-sized businesses, has released a new version of its Oops!BackupTproduct.

Don't let data backup, get your back up

Dave Beesley explains how implementing an easier, safer and more efficient data backup and disaster recovery solution will help businesses avoid unnecessary data loss and the risk of litigation.

SAP and StreamServe sign reseller agreement

In an effort to help companies around the globe increase operational efficiencies while enhancing the way they communicate with customers.

DEF CON survey reveals vast scale of cloud hacking - and the need to bolster security to counter the problem

An in-depth survey carried out amongst 100 of the elite IT professionals attending this year's DEF CON 2010 Hacker conference in Las Vegas recently has suggested that hackers view the cloud as having a silver lining for them.

Employee survey highlights dangers of insider threat

Whilst the media seems pre-occupied with the problems of cybercriminals and hackers causing problems for organisations from outside their network, a survey just published shows that 23 per cent of UK employees will take customer lists and other sensitive data when they leave their employer.

SMEs in the virtual market

It's certainly not news that the number of SMEs installing virtualised solutions is steadily increasing, but what is news, is that the rate of increase could and should be a lot faster.

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Financial management for the flexible workforce – the challenges facing IT contractors

Currently, the UK self-employed, freelance market comprises over 3.25m people and due to the project-by-project nature of the engineering industry, a sizeable proportion of this population is made up of engineers.

CA Technologies acquires virtualisation and cloud infrastructure consulting firm

As part of its continued investment in virtualisation and cloud management, CA Technologies has acquired privately-held 4Base Technology, a virtualisation and cloud infrastructure consulting firm.

NHS organisations take up Telematics Technology to drive cost reduction strategies

Cybit has announced an increased take up of Fleetstar telematics from some of the UK's largest NHS authorities, looking to drive efficiency savings in operational spend in line with Government targets.

Wavelink to add mobile device management for iPhone, BlackBerry and Android

Wavelink Corporation has announced plans to extend its smartphone support by offering mobile device management for the devices running on the Apple iOS* platform, the Research In Motion BlackBerry* platform, and the Google Android* platform.

New system output destination for Kodak Capture Pro Software and OCR for AnyDoc automates data entry into business processes

Kodak and AnyDoc Software have announced a new integration between Kodak Capture Pro Software and OCR for AnyDoc with a full-featured System Output Destination (SOD) bridging the two products.

APC by Schneider Electric Establishes dedicated software business for data centre monitoring, planning and modelling

APC by Schneider Electric has announced the formation of a new specialised data centre software business to focus and drive a leadership position across all aspects of the data centre environment.

Feeling the heat? – How IT managers can keep cool and carry on: the inefficient way

The British summer can provide something of seasonal headache for IT managers. So far this year we've seen torrential rain in some parts of the UK whilst elsewhere heat waves have struck and the mercury has soared to the mid-30s.

Box Technologies' staff get on their bikes for charity

Box Technologies, a fast-growing technology services provider and distributor for Toshiba, has been putting the final touches to the planning of its 500-mile grueling charity bike ride.

The KoamTac KDC Product Suite – a 'Grand Slam' of Bluetooth barcode scanners for Android, Blackberry, iPhone/iPad and Windows Smartphones

KoamTac, Inc. has launched its KTSync keyboard wedge and application generation software for the KDC line of barcode scanners.

Torex puts new product manager in the multi-channel driving seat

Torex Retail Holdings Limited (Torex), the global provider of integrated technology solutions to the extended retail marketplace, has appointed Roy Patrick as Multi-Channel Product Manager.

Psion Teklogix strengthens commitment to integrating solutions with SAP Applications

Psion Teklogix, Inc.Psion Teklogix has announced that its Mobile Integration Suite (MIS) version 3.0 has been re-certified by SAP for integration with SAP applications.

Eximia wins RFID Security Award for Ubisense-based Meerkat

Italian specialist RFID company Eximia, has been awarded the RFID Award 2010 for Innovation, for its Meerkat personnel safety monitoring system.

Leading educators and policy influencers to gather for two new conferences at BETT 2011

Two brand new conferences have been announced to take place alongside educational technology show BETT 2011 at London, Olympia.

College of West Anglia enhances student-facing services with Brocade

Brocade has announced that the College of West Anglia (CWA) has installed its high performance IP switch technology.

LXE announces launch of Marathon field computer

LXE, a division of EMS Technologies, has announced the Marathon field computer.

Online channel grows 142% and Fujitsu consolidates top 10 position in Q2-2010

The online channel is fully recovered from the recession as it shows a 142% growth in Q2-2010 compared to the same period one year earlier. Fujitsu continues its expansion and has reached the top 10 and Dell continues to be a top 3 fast-growth online brand, according to the latest Online ICEcat Channel Update.

Brother targets SoHo market with new laser range

Brother is building on its share of the small business and SoHo markets with its latest range of mono laser printers which feature the world's smallest laser printers with double sided printing capability.

Avnet Technology Solutions named ShoreTel EMEA Distributor of the Year for 2010

Avnet Technology Solutions UK, the IT solutions distributor and an operating group of Avnet, Inc., was named as ShoreTel EMEA Distributor of the Year for 2010 at ShoreTel's recent Partner Conference in San Diego, California, USA.

Allied Telesis' 'trip of a lifetime' returns

Allied Telesis, provider of IP/Ethernet and IP Triple Play network products, has re-launched its 'trip of a lifetime' promotion for resellers.

APC announces next-generation rack power distribution platform

APC by Schneider Electric, the integrated critical power and cooling services provider, has announced its next-generation rack power distribution (PDU) units.

Channel forecast good as cloud opens through Bell Micro partnership with SaaSplaza

Specialist value added distributor Bell Micro and global SaaS platform provider SaaSplaza have partnered to launch a multi vendor Enterprise Application Store (EAS) to enable the provisioning of white labelled software services through the cloud.

DocuLex launches subscription-based managed document services

Content management software provider DocuLex has launched its subscription-based managed document services, providing data centre infrastructure and amenities to document and content management.

DRS introduces Armor X10gx rugged tablet

DRS Tactical Systems, a subsidiary of DRS Technologies, has unveiled its newest Armor rugged tablet computer, the Armor X10gx.

Trusteer uncovers Zeus botnet that plunders over 100,000 UK Internet user credentials

Trusteer, provider of secure browsing services, has uncovered a large Zeus version 2 botnet being used to conduct financial fraud in the UK which is operated and controlled from Eastern Europe.

Mobile devices may pose greatest threat to confidential information: new ISACA White Paper

ISACA has released a white paper detailing how the increasing popularity of mobile devices poses a significant threat of leaking confidential enterprise information and intellectual property.

Toshiba TEC adds to mobile printer range with the new B-EP8

Toshiba TEC has launched the B-EP8, a new in-vehicle printer to its mobile range. This top-of-the-range technology offers a 24-pin high resolution printhead and other flexible options said to be perfectly suited for route sales business operations.

Siphon Networks launches EMEA reseller partnership with Counterpath

Siphon Networks Ltd (SIPhon) and CounterPath Corporation have entered into a partnership agreement to deliver SIP solutions and services to Internet Telephony Service Providers (ITSPs) across Europe.

Brother launches new iPhone app

Brother UK, the printing technology specialist, has launched an iPhone app that allows users to scan to, and print from, their mobile phones.

Proof of delivery provides competitive advantage for Mercia Garden Products

Full visibility of its deliveries via an integrated proof of delivery (PoD) solution from The Barcode Warehouse, has enabled Mercia Garden Products to achieve significant competitive advantage by enhancing its customer service.

BlueStar augments card production offerings with ExchangeIt partnership

BlueStar, the solutions-based distributor for auto ID, point-of-sale, mobility, RFID and security products, recently engaged ExchangeIt in a new distribution partnership.

New hybrid cloud offered to UK Channel

new hybrid cloud platform as a wholesale package for the UK Channel.

APC by Schneider Electric establishes dedicated software business for data centre monitoring, planning and modeling

APC by Schneider Electric, the global integrated critical power and cooling services provider, has formed a new specialised data centre software business to cater for all aspects of the data centre environment.

Paperless office – 'myth shredded'

UK businesses are generating more paper waste then ever, despite efforts to move to paperless offices.

Citizen introduces new cost effective, high performance POS printer

Citizen Systems Europe, manufacturer of high quality POS, label, barcode and industrial printers, has launched its latest printer specifically designed to provide high performance operation in Point of Sale applications.

New hybrid cloud offered to UK Channel

UKSolutions (UKS), the privately owned data centre specialist, has unveiled a new hybrid cloud platform as a wholesale package for the UK Channel.

The European Athletics Championships controlled by Handheld's Nautiz X5

All entrance tickets at the European Athletics Championships in Barcelona are being checked using rugged handheld computers from Handheld.

British Airways takes off in new document scanning relationship with BancTec

BancTec has announced that British Airways (BA) has selected it for a major engineering record management effort, expected to last initially for three years.

Intermec expands European distribution with RRC

Intermec Technologies has entered into a distribution agreement with RRC, an international Information Technology distributor.

RFID UHF reader for large-scale systems with a minimum of cabling

Barco has successfully completed the development of RFID reader for UHF band. RFID reader with ultra-thin antennas FlexiRay allow to create large-scale RFID systems with a minimum of cabling.

Datalogic tracks baggage in Fiumicino: ADR (Airports of Rome)

Datalogic Group has realised thirty omnidirectional reading tunnels to improve baggage handling for the 'Leonardo da Vinci' airport in Rome.

Datamax-O'Neil conducts conference for Europe-Middle East-Africa (EMEA) partners

Conference gives Datamax-O'Neil an opportunity to show its partners how it has evolved into a stronger and more unified company.

Shining a light on RFID

Blackroc Technology present the very first edition of RFIDReader. The catalogue is a must have guide to radio frequency identification and is packed with information on the latest best in class technology from industry leading manufacturers, market updates and success stories.

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BlueStar Europe appoints new Managing Director

BlueStar has appointed Stefan Gerats to the Managing Director post of BlueStar Europe's Central region.

RFID ear tags for animal tracking

DAILY RFID has recently unveiled a new RFID ear tag operating at either 125KHz or 134KHz frequencies.

University of Lincoln to introduce RFID Book Check

Lincoln University Library, working in partnership with 2CQR, is to introduce cutting-edge RFID technology to its campuses, making lending faster, easier, more efficient and more secure.

Durable Tablet PCs for 'no-compromise' computing

Motion Computing Tablet PCs are enterprise-ready tablet PCs that offer all the mobility of a portable computing device, without compromising on performance, power or flexibility.

Surrey Heath Council deploys Enterprise Document Management Solution (EDMS)

The EDMS solution has been implemented by Winchester based Avanquest ProcessFlows, provider of cost saving business solutions for Local Government and private sector organisations.

Trusteer warns financial malware is attacking leading US banks using Visa and MasterCard

Trusteer has announced that the Zeus (Zbot) financial malware is targeting online banking customers of 15 leading US financial institutions by exploiting two trusted credit card security programs.

Damaged laptops cost British business £2.073 billion a year

Damaged laptops will cost British business £2.073 billion in repair and data replacement costs in 2010, research from IDC and Panasonic has predicted.

Quantix and Signify deliver new breed of secure cloud with 2FA

IT managed services and cloud solutions provider, Quantix, is partnering with Signify to offer all customers two-factor authentication (2FA) in its cloud environment.

Salford Software migrates West Lothian College to Microsoft

VAR Salford Software has won a project with West Lothian College worth £45,000 to migrate the campus's IT infrastructure to Microsoft.

Datalogic Mobile releases operating system white paper

Datalogic Mobile has released a new white paper Rugged Mobile Computers - Which Operating System is Right for You?

Sony signs partnership agreement with ICEcat

Sony has announced an extended partnership with ICEcat by including support for 26 European languages and full integration with its own product information management system.

TVision sign as Masternaut Three-X Reseller

TVision Technology has signed as a reseller for Masternaut Three X.

Kodak appoints Midwich to broaden distribution in the UK & Ireland

Kodak has appointed Midwich to broaden distribution of its networked, workgroup and departmental scanners to over 6,000 IT resellers based in the UK and Ireland.

AEB (International) offers four user-friendly solutions to handle EMCS

Following the launch of the Excise Movement and Control System (EMCS) on 1 April 2010, companies trading tobacco, alcohol or oil products have only six months left until the scheme becomes mandatory in the UK.

Quartix expands with distributor network for pay-as-you-go vehicle tracking service

Telematics provider Quartix is setting up a distributor network dedicated to its popular pay-as-you-go service.

Avnet Technology Solutions expands wireless networking capabilities with BridgeWave in the UK

Avnet Technology Solutions, UK has signed a new distribution agreement with BridgeWave Communications.

RFID in 2010: 'The new dawn'

IDTechEx has recently completed its survey of the global RFID industry which provides detailed market forecasts segmented in many different ways. In this article, report author Raghu Das summarises some of the findings from the report "RFID Forecasts, Players & Opportunities 2011-2021".

Harveys finds managed print service solution too good to refuse

Harveys is achieving major operational efficiencies and cost savings across its operations by migrating to an innovative managed print services model working in partnership with Printware.

AEB (International) partners with Belgravium for radio-enabled Supply Chain Solutions

AEB International, a software provider in the fields of dispatch, logistics and global trade, has established a partnership with Belgravium, a manufacturer of rugged mobile communications devices.

RFID scanners play key role in blood bank tracking

Quickly finding the right blood product among 30,000 bags is never an easy task, especially when bar codes have to be scanned manually in a -35°C deep freezer.

Psion Teklogix and Zetes announce UK strategic partnership

Psion Teklogix, Inc. and Zetes have entered into a strategic partnership for the UK marketplace.

Brother launches biggest ever wireless inkjet range

Brother has responded to the growing wireless market with its latest inkjet range which offers the company's biggest ever selection of compact wireless inkjet printers.

Post Office Business Insurance launched for IT consultants

The Post Office has launched a specialist business insurance which has been tailored for the UK's 109,000 IT consulting companies.

TVision signs as Masternaut Three-X Reseller

TVision Technology has signed as a reseller for Masternaut Three X, a mobile resource management provider specialising in Vehicle & Asset Tracking,and mobile application specialists.

Psion Teklogix unveils global partner programme to facilitate open innovation

Psion Teklogix, Inc. (Psion Teklogix), a global provider of mobile computing solutions, has announced a new global Partner Programme focused on open innovation.

Emerson Network Power Data Centre on Wheels European Tour – on the road to Marlow

the mobile infrastructure offered by Emerson Network Power contains all it takes to deliver Business-Critical Continuity in both ordinary and extraordinary circumstances.

Barracuda spam & virus firewall offers broader outbound email content filtering capabilities

Barracuda Networks Inc., provider of security, storage and networking solutions, has announced new features to its flagship Barracuda Spam & Virus Firewall that enhance full inbound and outbound email scanning from the same appliance.

Canon launches new range of ScanFront network scanners to boost workplace efficiencies

Canon UK, the imaging solutions provider, has introduced the imageFORMULA ScanFront 300 and imageFORMULA ScanFront 300P for users to scan and share documents securely and efficiently across multiple destinations.

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ABBYY announces Partner Avanquest ProcessFlows has been Certified on FlexiCapture 9.0

ABBYY UK Ltd. has announced that Avanquest ProcessFlows of Winchester, is now an ABBYY FlexiCapture 9.0 Certified Partner.

Datalogic acquires Evolution Robotics Retail Inc.

Datalogic S.p.A. (Datalogic) has announced the acquisition of the entire share capital of Evolution Robotics Retail.

Handheld bolsters management team with appointment of new Vice President of Business Development

Swedish based Handheld Group has appointed Mike Zelman as their new Vice President of Business Development as the company seeks to continue building a world class organisation and position the company for further international growth.

ScanSource Partner Racing Day Video

The UK leg of ScanSource Europe’s 2010 Partner Tour took place at PalmerSport, near Bedford on 16th June. Partner Tour attendees were able to drive some of the world’s greatest high performance cars seriously hard and expert instructors encourage them to push right to the limit.

Global brand re-launch for ATS

Time is money in workforce management and every second counts.

Handheld launches new ‘no questions asked’ service option – MaxCare Premium

Handheld Group today announced the new MaxCare Premium option to its comprehensive MaxCare service offering.

Allied Telesis unveils highly resilient healthcare solution

Allied Telesis, the leading provider of networking solutions, has unveiled a complete healthcare networking solution tailored to fulfill the demanding stability, security and capacity requirements of healthcare networks.

Half of organisations expect cloud to enable creativity and growth

The IT Infrastructure Event is due to take place at London's Earls Court this coming September.

Joya: a personal consultant for your shopping

It’s the classic scenario: a customer with a vague idea of what to purchase enters a store.

LXE Europe unveils 2010 partner award winners

LXE Inc. recognised the performance of its top European partners at the LXE PartnerPass Executive Conference organised recently in Berlin, Germany.

Large multinational furniture company invests in a mobile computing solution with Skorpio

To facilitate the handling of incoming goods, a large multinational furniture company has chosen to invest in a mobile computing solution with the Skorpio.

Citizen and Impuls join forces to deliver market leading printer systems throughout Europe

Two major players in the supply of barcode, label and PoS printer technology have signed a special partnership agreement to provide customers with a superior range of proven products and services in France and Spain.

IT directors give thumbs-down to service providers

IT directors are far from happy with the service they receive from their third party IT service providers.

Health First improves asset utilisation and reduces costs using AeroScout Healthcare RTLS solutions

AeroScout has announced that Health First has implemented and is realising significant benefits from AeroScout's Wi-Fi RFID Asset Tracking and Temperature Monitoring solutions in its three hospitals.

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Ingram Micro DC/POS division shoots up the sales leagues

Ingram Micro reports that, so far in 2010, vendors Motorola Enterprise Mobility Solutions and Zebra Technologies count the UK arm of IM DC/POS as their fastest-growing distributor in Europe.

Varlink announces new BM-170 semi-rugged PDA from Pidion

Varlink has announced the BM-170 from Pidion, a semi-rugged enterprise-class PDA, equipped with advanced communications and imaging technologies.

Webroot announces channel expansion in Ireland

Webroot has announced its plans to recruit an additional ten strategic channel partners in Ireland, to expand the availability of Webroot Web Security Service, Webroot Email Security Service and Webroot Email Archiving Service.

Over half of IT professionals are still leaving mobile security to chance

As threats to corporate data grow, and the cost of breaches increase, a survey of alleged security conscious professionals has remarkably revealed that over half of respondents (52%), who admit to carrying company data on a USB stick, do not encrypt it.

Motion launches the J3500 Rugged Tablet PC

Motion Computing, provider of integrated mobile computing solutions, has announced the J3500 tablet PC.

Datalogic Mobile and STD Retail enter into new collaborative partnership

Datalogic Mobile and STD Retail have entered into a new strategic partnership.

Motorola introduces ES400 Enterprise Digital Assistant for task completion anywhere, anytime

The Enterprise Mobility Solutions division of Motorola, Inc. has launched the newest addition to its mobile computing portfolio - the ES400 global Enterprise Digital Assistant (EDA).

Zebra Technologies responds to mobile workforce industry demands with the introduction of the RW 420 print station

Zebra Technologies Corporation has announced the new RW 420 Print Station (model RW4-PS), a printer and hand-held in one unit.

Printronix delivers latest addition to flagship line matrix portfolio

Printronix, Inc., the industrial printing solutions manufacturer, has introduced its flagship line matrix product series, the P7000 cartridge line matrix printer.

IT at the heart of recovery from the downturn

Research commissioned by Kcom, part of the KCOM Group, reveals that IT departments are playing an increasingly strategic role in business, despite the disruption of the global economic crisis.

Apple's iPhone and iPod touch enhanced with Socket Mobile wireless 2D barcode scanner

Socket Mobile, Inc., provider of mobile productivity solutions, has announced Apple iPhone and iPod touch OS 4 compatibility for the Socket Bluetooth Cordless Hand Scanner (CHS) 7X and its antimicrobial equivalent, the CHS 7XRx.

DocuWare UK Subsidiary Doubles New Business

Document Management Software provider, DocuWare Ltd, a subsidiary of DocuWare AG, is enjoying a 100 percent increase in new customer acquisition and nearly a 25 percent increase in revenue over the same period last year.

Key event hosted by RFID analysts - providing impartial insight into RFID progress and opportunities

RFID grew regardless of the recession. The biggest spenders have been and still are governments, who are able to implement large schemes such as animal tagging, transit ticketing, people identification etc where the paybacks are typically greater efficiency and improved safety.

ATS introduces Cesium – making PeopleSoft even more powerful

Accu-Time Systems announced the availability of its Cesium Middleware at the Oracle Human Capital Management Users Group (OHUG) meeting in Las Vegas.

What every CEO should know about advanced persistent threats and industrialised hacking

The world of hacking has evolved into two major varieties: industrialised attacks and advanced persistent threats (APT).

Psion Teklogix and Mobile Tornado Partnership brings ‘Push-to’ services to rugged mobile devices

Psion Teklogix, Inc. and Mobile Tornado have announced that Psion Teklogix will now resell and support Mobile Tornado’s ‘Push-to’ technology on its rugged mobile computers.

Eurotech to offer Freescale’s QorIQ multicore processors in COM Express form factors

Eurotech is working with Freescale Semiconductor to establish a range of offerings that deploy the latest multicore QorIQ processors from Freescale in the COM Express standard.

DocuWare Academy – new comprehensive training concept

DocuWare is officially launching its own DocuWare Academy; a completely re-tooled training programme.

New Managing Director for Citizen Systems Europe

Citizen Systems Europe has announced the appointment of a new Managing Director for its operations in Europe, the Middle East and South Africa.

SAP and Open Text expand global reseller agreement to include Employee File Management Capabilities

SAP AG and Open Text have announced continued expansion of their strategic relationship to include employee file management capabilities.

Varlink’s Meet the Manufacturers event delivers the goods

IT Reseller spoke with Mike Pullon and Sabine Kelly about the distributor’s recent Meet the Manufacturers event in York to find out what they considered to be some of the main highlights of the event.

The challenges and the triumphs

IT Reseller spoke with a number of VARs to learn about some of their most notable recent projects covering a wide range of vertical sector deployments.

Allied Telesis launches Star Partner Programme

Allied Telesis has launched the first phase of a new partner and channel programme. The Allied Telesis Star Partner Programme provides sales support, training and tools for partners enabling them to be more successful in a highly competitive industry.

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Wasp flies high with VAR focus

IT Reseller spoke with Hugh Furness, European sales director of Wasp Barcode Technologies, about the company’s wide-ranging solutions set and how its fast-growing VAR network is now a major part of Wasp’s route to market.

M3 Mobile launches its new M3 White medical terminal

The M3 White is the first slim size enterprise-grade mobile computer from M3 Mobile available with anti-infection casing that has been designed specifically for healthcare applications.

Disturbed supply chain puts self-adhesive labelling industry under pressure

FINAT, the European association for the self-adhesive label industry has been alerted by growing concerns about the tight market conditions their members are facing.

ScanSource Partner Tour goes full throttle

On 16 June the ScanSource Europe Partner Tour returns to the UK, with resellers invited to a very special location: PalmerSport, near Bedford.

Datalogic Announces Major Sponsorship for AIM Expo

Auto ID and Mobile IT Manufacturer to Support Inaugural Industry Event.

Forum of Private Business advises employers to plan ahead for World Cup watching

With the World Cup just over a week away, the Forum of Private Business is advising its members to plan ahead for the likelihood that some employees will want to watch games during work hours.

ABBYY announces Partner Crimson UK has been Certified on FlexiCapture 9.0

ABBYY UK Ltd. – a member of the ABBYY Group and a provider of document recognition, data capture and linguistic software – has announced that Crimson UK Ltd of Lancashire and Dingwall, is now an ABBYY FlexiCapture 9.0 Certified Partner.

Cabinet NG introduces Web-based Document Workflow

Cabinet NG (CNG) has announced the availability of its latest version of CNG-WEB, a module that provides a secure web-browser interface to CNG-SAFE.

Will RFID overtake the barcode?

Every year, RFID adoption picks up the pace, moving into different verticals and finding new applications. The burning question is: will RFID replace the barcode, and if so when?

Emerson Network Power meets UPS Code of Conduct issued by the European Union within the framework of energy consumption reduction plans

Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson, reports that it has met the Code of Conduct issued by the European Commission for the production of uninterruptible power supplies (UPS).

EASYLABEL 5 multi-user labelling software

Tharo Systems, Inc. presents EASYLABEL 5 Multi-User software for designing and printing product identification, barcode and RFID labels.

Avnet Technology Solutions again wins influential Motorola award

For the third consecutive year Avnet Technology Solutions has won an Award at Motorola’s annual partner conference.

Epson launches new high print volume, multifunctional colour laser printer

Epson has announced the latest addition to its colour business printer range, the AcuLaser CX28DN multifunction laser series.

RFID used for hand washing compliance in hospitals, among other uses

New RFID systems employed in healthcare settings may help them keep track of their staff's compliance with policies, from which rooms they enter, to what inventory they use or even how often they wash their hands.

Businesses still failing to embrace social media

Only 33% of businesses have a social media strategy in place, while 77% of companies are not yet engaging with their customers via social media channels.

Warehouse Express develops the perfect signage solution with Episys

Independent photographic reseller Warehouse Express is implementing Immediate Impact from Episys in order to produce professional looking signage using a PC and web browser and printer, rather than relying on manually printed signage.

4 new LXE headsets for Voice-picking applications

LXE Inc., the rugged mobile computer business of EMS Technologies, Inc., has launched 4 new LXE headsets designed for Voice-recognition applications, such as intensive picking.

Cost of colour vs mono ‘set to converge’

Contrary to its perceived expense, the cost of colour printing is declining. If it continues at the current annual compound rate it could converge with mono, creating a boom in the colour printer market, according to data from office technology specialist Brother UK.

Avnet Technology Solutions and Mellanox sign pan-European distribution agreement

Avnet Technology Solutions and Mellanox Technologies have announced a pan-European distribution agreement.

Sophos malware scanning engine powers Optenet web and email security solutions

IT security and data protection firm Sophos has partnered with Optenet to provide proactive malware protection for Optenet’s web and email security solutions customers.

A Spirit-ed delivery for NYK Logistics

Logistics companies tend to serve a wide variety of customers, with very varying needs. For instance, NYK Logistics UK has to service contracts with a range of requirements relating to supply chain visibility.

Zycko and Talari Networks partner to distribute enterprise WAN virtualisation technology across Europe

Value-added distributor Zycko has announced its new distribution partnership with corporate WAN virtualisation specialists, Talari Networks.

ATS adopts new Lumidigm biometric technology

Accu-Time Systems announced the integration of a new Lumidigm Mercury Multispectral fingerprint reader into its Maximus workforce management terminal.

Lack of suitable accreditation holding back greening of IT movement

Nearly 80% of IT products on the market have no ‘green’ measure or accreditation, according to research by technology services provider, Probrand.

Scan & share with the New Visioneer Strobe 400

Intelligent document imaging solutions provider Visioneer has announced the Strobe 400, a new duplex colour scanner designed for busy people who need a fast and reliable scanning solution that can be used anywhere.

Archiware and Object-Matrix partner on enterprise-level Mac backup and archive solutions

Backup, archive and storage vendors Archiware and Object-Matrix have entered into a cross-product support partnership between the company's successful PresSTORE Backup and MatrixStore solutions.

Vocollect and the Voice-enabled warehouse

Vocollect has announced the advent of what it calls the new ‘Voice-enabled warehouse’ era.

Mobile couponing: the next step for Europe?

The concept of mobile couponing is increasing in popularity in the US, especially among the younger generation.

Star Micronics teams with Ingram Micro US to grow channel presence

Expanding its commitment to being a channel centric company, Star Micronics America has announced a new distribution agreement with IT distributor Ingram Micro Inc.

Intermec CN50 Receives Upgrade and Expands to EDGE Networks

Intermec Technologies has made enhancements to its most advanced rugged mobile computer, the CN50.

Varlink introduces Opticon’s H-21 – a new rugged, Windows Mobile scanning PDA with camera

Varlink has introduced Opticon’s H-21 mobile computer which packs in rich functionality into a compact form factor.

Datamax-O’Neil integrates former Extech Apex and S2000i printers into solution portfolio

Datamax-O’Neil has integrated the former Extech Apex and S2000i printers into its printer portfolio, and the rebranded printers are now available to the company’s worldwide partner network.

New Motorola mobile and wireless managed services help maximise performance of Enterprise Mobility solutions

The Enterprise Mobility Solutions business of Motorola, Inc. has announced two new managed services, the Managed Infrastructure Service and the Managed Device Service.

House of Fraser chooses Box Technologies to update customer payment terminals

Technology and service provider Box Technologies will fully update payment terminals at House of Fraser stores.

May 2010 digital edition

VAR: project report ADC: Taking mobility solutions to the next level Print: Top five printer-buying tips Document Management: Requirements for long-term archiving Network Technology: New partner programme unveiled

Motion launches new line of rugged tablet PCs offering enhanced power, performance and integrated features

Motion Computing, provider of integrated mobile computing solutions, has launched new slate tablet PCs with Intel Core vPro processors offering new levels of performance, security and manageability.

Free Essential workshops to get the most out of your marketing

AIDC industry marketing specialist Essential Communications has announced that it will be running a series of free marketing workshops this coming June and July.

Handheld Algiz 7 Tablet PC Video Review

If you’re looking for a mobile computer solution for your all your field service mobile computing requirements, the qualities of the brand new Algiz 7 tablet PC are really compelling.

BakBone enhances Channel Advantage Programme

BakBone Software, provider of Universal Data Management solutions, has enhanced its Channel Advantage Programme to make it even simpler for channel partners in EMEA to position, market and sell BakBone solutions.

Software Paradise appointed as UK reseller of Computrace by Absolute Software

IT B2B reseller Software Paradise has been appointed by Absolute Software to resell Absolute's Computrace solution in the UK.

For sixth consecutive year, Star Micronics America names BlueStar Distributor of the Year

BlueStar has been recognised by Star Micronics America as its 2009 Distributor of the Year. The award was presented to BlueStar on May 11th at BlueStar's headquarters in Hebron, Kentucky.

Benson boxing clever on disaster recovery

Benson box is a manufacturer of cartons, operating out of four sites in Leicester, Newcastle upon Tyne, Crewe and Gateshead.

Datalogic Scanning announces joint marketing agreement with RocketBux

Continuing to leverage the rapidly expanding mobile commerce and marketing trends in retail, Datalogic Scanning has entered into a joint marketing agreement with RocketBux, a white label mobile marketing services provider.

Bocada turns to channel to deliver effective data protection service management to customers

Bocada Inc., has launched the Bocada Partner Programme designed to empower resellers and MSPs with a comprehensive set of sales, marketing and technical tools that will help them reach new customers.

Stratix honoured by Motorola with its Top Performing PartnerSelect Award

Stratix Corporation, the mobile enterprise solutions provider, is being honoured by Motorola with its Top Performing PartnerSelect Award.

Agreement signed between Coop Adriatica and Datalogic for a more enjoyable Salvatempo with Joya

Coop Adriatica recently signed an agreement to purchase the Shopevolution solution, with approximately 1,000 Joya pods.

The AIIM Roadshow 2010 demonstrates five milestones for Information Management best practice

As the world economy starts to recover, the AIIM Roadshow 2010 will demonstrate how organisations can retain the cost savings made during the downturn, using the five best practice milestones for information, document and records management.

Avanquest launches new Pan-European reseller portal to deliver business software via electronic download

Avanquest Software Publishing has launched Avanquest Partner Online, its Pan-European reseller portal.

Citizen launches ultra compact POS printer

Citizen Systems Europe has launched an ultra compact and lightweight thermal printer ideal for use in a wide range of labelling and Point of Sale applications.

There’s value in the Cloud

Cloud computing continues to receive considerable interest amongst the business community. With the promise of lower capital expenditure and pay-as-you-go or pay-as-you-grow pricing, it’s easy to understand why.

Look how far we’ve come

Mark Beauchamp, European marketing manager for Citizen Systems Europe, reflects back on the last quarter of a century as the company celebrates its 25th anniversary.

CHRU (Tours) is leading the fight against cancer with Datalogic Mobile terminals

The Regional Hospital Centre/University of Tours (CHRU) campus area benefits from a privileged position in the heart of the region.

Hitachi Data Systems and Avnet Technology Solutions partner to deliver enterprise-class storage

Hitachi Data Systems Corporation and Avnet Technology Solutions Inc., have announced a pan-EMEA distribution partnership.

CentraStage takes remote support platform into the cloud with NTT Europe Online

NTT Europe Online has announced that IT remote support systems provider CentraStage is using its virtualised managed hosting platform to deliver its remote monitoring and management solution via the cloud.

ABBYY announces that Partner Digiscan has been Certified on FlexiCapture 9.0

ABBYY UK Ltd. has announced that Digiscan of Dublin and Kells, Ireland, is now an ABBYY FlexiCapture 9.0 Certified Partner.

The Barcode Warehouse to provide complete range of Casio mobile technology and data capture devices

Data capture solution provider The Barcode Warehouse has announced a partnership with Casio Electronics Co. Ltd to provide the complete range of Casio mobile technology and data capture devices to expand its customer offering.

NiceLabel 'the best labelling software' in TopTenReviews for the fourth time in a row

NiceLabel has claimed 1st place in the evaluation of labelling software products for the fourth year in a row.

Putting the VAR first

IT Reseller spoke with ScanSource Europe’s managing director, Xavier Cartiaux, about how the company continues to develop and enhance its service offerings to its VAR partner network.

Honeywell Unveils Revolutionary Area-imaging Scanners

Xenon Series Combines Two Leading-Class Technologies in One Device

ZBD appoints MAOP as VISION partner for the Balkan region

ZBD has further increased its global reach with the appointment of MAOP, a major solutions provider, as the latest partner to join its VISION partner programme.

Box Technologies becomes Nordic ID Accredited Repairer

Technology and service provider Box Technologies has become an Accredited Repairer of Nordic ID hardware.

Star Micronics launches new front operating vocal direct thermal printer

Star Micronics has introduced a front operation, multi-functional printer with a range features including a voice communication tool.

ABBYY announces that Partner Click2Scan has been certified on FlexiCapture 9.0

ABBYY UK Ltd.has announced that Click2Scan is now an ABBYY FlexiCapture 9.0 Certified Partner.

Emerson Network Power at Channel Expo 2010

Emerson Network Power – a business of Emerson, the company that enables Business-Critical Continuity – will have a distinctive presence at Channel Expo 2010, Stand 330, 12-13 May, at the National Hall, Olympia, London.

Toshiba TEC supply The X Factor with portable label printers

Toshiba TEC has today announced that they have supplied the BAFTA award winning television show, The X Factor with their portable label printer – the B-EP2.

Automatic identification industry to recognise its finest

AIM has announced a call for nominees for its annual Automatic Identification and Mobility industry awards to be presented during the 2010 AIM Expo on 3 November at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare in Chicago, IL.

Fujitsu launches new high-end server rack

Fujitsu has introduced the full availability of a new high-end server rack, the Primergy CX1000, which sets a high standard for heat management, scalability and cost reduction in larger data centres.

ScanSource Sees Resellers Turn Out En Masse For Partner Tour

ScanSource Europe has seen huge success with the opening dates of its pan-European roadshow. Large numbers of resellers attended the first two events of the value-added distributor’s 2010 Partner Tour.

Handheld opens new worldwide Software Support Centre

Handheld Group, supplier of rugged mobile computers, announced today the opening of a new Software Support Centre in order to further increase its global customer service.

Citizen Systems Europe celebrates 25th anniversary

This year marks the silver anniversary of Citizen Systems Europe, the manufacturer of high quality label, barcode and industrial printers.

Epocal and Socket Mobile sign a two-year US$3 million US OEM agreement

Socket Mobile, Inc., provider of mobile productivity solutions, has announced an agreement with Epocal Inc., provider of point-of-care blood diagnostic products, to supply a version of its SoMo 650 handheld computer as an integral component of Epocal's Blood Analysis System.

DMSL tips hosted VoIP to help SME resellers emerge from recession

Voice and broadband services provider, DMSL, is predicting a rapid acceleration in the uptake of hosted VoIP services and says that the trend will help many resellers emerge from the recession by providing new revenue streams for their business.

Special Report – Wincanton

IT Reseller spoke with Conor Whelan, Wincanton’s group IT director, about the company’s extensive range of logistics and warehousing services in Europe and beyond, plus with its existing channel relationships and increasing development of a best-of-breed IT infrastructure.

APC by Schneider Electric InfraStruXure enables high efficiency data centre at UK’s largest Housing Association

When substantial business growth required Sanctuary Group to design and build a new data centre, the organisation selected APC’s InfraStruXure architecture for a high density facility to host an increasing number of virtualised machines.

Channel push into EMEA for Code Corporation

IT Reseller spoke with Benny Noens, Code Corporation’s consultant for EMEA, about the history behind the US-based company’s home-grown success, its compelling product set and current EMEA-based channel recruitment campaign.

DocuLex provides Cloud-based document access and management for disaster recovery

DocuLex now offers its Archive Studio document and content management software as cloud/software as a service (SaaS) option for disaster recovery and business continuity preparedness.

UPM Raflatac introduces new DogBone UHF RFID tag with groundbreaking performance and security features

UPM Raflatac is introducing an enhanced new DogBone UHF RFID product optimised to deliver high-level global performance over a wide range of challenging materials and equipped with outstanding new security features.

Apadmi and Psion announce new strategic collaboration

Apadmi and Psion have entered into a strategic collaboration in which Apadmi will offer its customers mobile solutions that use Psion’s rugged mobile computers.

Data Capture with ABBYY FlexiCapture 9.0 now available with Spanish interface

ABBYY has announced the first ABBYY FlexiCapture 9.0 version with remote functions.

Cloud computing and social networking leave UK businesses exposed to cyber attacks, new survey shows

London, 21 April, 2010 - Business use of technology is evolving faster now than at any point in the last decade.

The time is right

IT Reseller spoke with Peter DiMaria, president and founder of Accu-Time Systems, about Amano’s recently announced agreement to acquire the company, and what this means for product development, the sharing of resources, geographical expansion and ongoing relationships with the channel.

Overcoming Cloud computing’s biggest challenge: Virtual Network Security

Stonesoft has identified five ways that organisations can improve cloud computing security.

Securion: a printing and lamination system for high security badges

Evolis has announced an extended offering of laminates for Securion, a system designed to personalise and laminate cards that require foolproof security, from national identity cards to driver’s licences.

New guide details requirements for long-term archiving in Europe

A recently published reference guide informs readers about the legal aspects of document management in several important European countries.

British Film Institute deploys Codegate Mobility Solution to capture delegate information

The British Film Institute (BFI) has deployed Codegate’s Delegate Registration and Tracking mobility software to ensure that it accurately captures data concerning the 2500 accredited delegates attending its British Film Festivals.

QBS Distribution to promote ABBYY products through channel

QBS Distribution (QBSD) has established a direct relationship with ABBYY UK and has been appointed to undertake distribution of ABBYY's document conversion and linguistic software throughout the UK and Ireland.

An important multinational furniture company invests in a mobile computing solution with Datalogic Mobile

The world’s largest furniture retailer chooses the Datalogic Skorpio™ for goods flow

UPS Systems to supply low-cost hydrogen fuel cell generator package

UPS Systems plc has signed a partnership agreement with BOC to distribute, their new low cost Hymera 150w hydrogen fuel cell generator in the UK.

Jade application ecosystem enables simultaneous connection of any back office system with front end mobile devices

A strategic alliance with US-based @hand Corporation has allowed Jade to develop a secure enterprise mobility workflow application ecosystem, enabling the simultaneous connection of any back office system with any front end mobile device.

The real cost of gift card success

The strategic case for bringing gift card solutions in-house. In the UK, nearly 80% of retailers outsource their gift card program. Many of these retailers can see significant cost savings by bringing gift cards inhouse.

50 per cent of employees admit to losing documents on the company network

A lack of clear guidelines on document retention causes over half of office workers to save documents on the system, never to be found again.

Everything Legal

New Guide Details Requirements for Long-Term Archiving in Europe.

Fortify Software warns companies to beware multi-tasking aspects of new iPhone 4.0 operating system

Fortify Software is advising companies to tread carefully with corporate usage of the Apple smart phone, owing to the multi-tasking aspects of the updated operating system.

Pharmacy Plus and Psion Helping to Reduce £500m

Psion is providing rugged mobile computers to Pharmacy Plus, the leading pharmacy group, in order to help the company in its bid to reduce medication errors.

Varlink’s Meet the Manufacturers Event delivers the goods

Each year Varlink invites its VARs and system integrator partners to its Meet the Manufacturers Event held in York in order for them to speak directly with system providers about their latest product releases and to discuss business opportunities. At this year’s recently held event, IT Reseller caught up with the Varlink team and a number of its channel and manufacturer partners...

Citizen announces direct supply and support for the OP900 dye sublimation photo printer in the UK.

This printer, typically used by professional photographers for high volume, fast output images.

London Medical turns to the cloud to cure data headache

With an international reputation for excellence, over 50 patient consultants and sophisticated modern equipment, London Medical promise each patient unique, expert care.

AIM Taps Industry Leaders from Savi and Evanhoe

Industry Association Appoints Two Directors, Extends Current Director Terms.

Belgravium launches new mobile computing solutions website

In order to highlight the range and diversity of rugged mobile computing solution offerings available to potential clients Belgravium has recently redeveloped its core website

Why A Tablet PC Might Be Right For You

Of all the personal technology advances we’ve seen over the past five years, the Tablet PC has to rank among one of the most significant...

Dual Active SIM Puts Ventura Rugged Mobile Phone Out In Front

Durrocomm has launched the Ventura Dependable Rugged Mobile Phone, claiming to be the first truly rugged phone with the capacity to run Dual Active SIM cards.

BlueStar delivers the goods at Vartech Nordic

At BlueStar’s recently held Vartech Nordic trade show , IT Reseller caught up with Steve Cuntz, BlueStar’s CEO and president; Bill Nix, VP of global distribution; Alexander Stahl, president of BlueStar Europe; and Mikael Svensson, managing director of BlueStar's Nordic region, to talk about the event and the company’s growing presence in Europe.

Datamax-O’Neil’s new Valued Partner Programme for EMEA energises channel relationships

The channel programme has been structured to reduce channel conflict, adapt to evolving European integration, bring consistent channel structure based on business models, and offer a number of marketing and sales-related advantages.

Emerson Network Power Get More! Tour Visits the UK

The Get More! Tour, arranged by Emerson Network Power, will visit three major IT centres in the UK during late April, early May 2010.

Aia Software expands partner program to meet demand for Customer Communication Management tools

New distributors, resellers and OEM partners sought to join successful partner program.

BlueStar opens registration for Vartech Canada 2010 in Montreal, Quebec

Vartech is a tradeshow for vendors and resellers of ADC, Mobility, POS, RFID, and Security technologies.

Symantec advises the channel following new £500k fines for breaches of Data Protection Act

New legislation has just come into force which empowers the Information Commissioner’s Office to levy fines on businesses of up to £500,000 for serious breaches of the Data Protection Act.

RFID technology enables efficient use of assets in gas cylinder industry

UPM Raflatac and Technology Solution Partners LLC have jointly developed a curved UHF RFID tag as part of a gas cylinder tracking and production solution called Trakaid CyTrack.

Lingerie gets perfectly matched at Wunderwear thanks to the Datalogic Memor™

With the Datalogic Memor™, Wunderwear always knows the exact number of varieties, sizes and colors of its lingerie, allowing the company to offer its customers the products they want in the correct quantities.

Motion Computing Tablet PC Is Perfect For Pilots

Motion's legendary indoor/outdoor display put to the test.

E-tail on the move with new Tiger Commerce iPhone application

Running a 24/7 online business has become easier due to the arrival of a new, free-of-charge iPhone application for UK ecommerce platform Tiger Commerce, the ecommerce website software for online merchants and companies.

Merchandise visibility:

The future for the apparel industry

Psion Teklogix Workabout Pro 3 Mobile Computer

The needs of businesses are changing almost daily, creating a demand for a fleet of handheld computers that can keep up.

Third of organisations lack IT infrastructure to meet business needs

A third of organisations do not have an integrated IT infrastructure that can deliver what the business needs according to a recent poll.

Tyco Electronics introduces the ELO Touchsystems 1519l and 1919l wide-aspect touchmonitors

New Touchmonitors Deliver Style and Functionality to Rugged Environments Like Point-of-Sale (POS), Point-of-Information (POI), Interactive Digital Signage, and Kiosk Information Systems.

Merret supply chain ERP solution to be enhanced by eLearning, thanks to a new First Friday and Retail Assist partnership

Retail Assist, has collaborated with specialist retail training company, First Friday, on the production of an eLearning solution for its Merret merchandising and warehouse supply chain system.

Employees Ignorant To latest £500k ICO’s fines

88% of customers’ data on handhelds isn’t adequately protected admits users!

‘Kill’ Applications Cause the Most Pain for Organisations

Half of organisations stated that IT applications that cause the most pain for the least gain are 'kill category' applications such as old systems where the code is no longer maintained/supported according to a poll by 360°IT

Avery Dennison helps pharmaceutical industry comply with new French traceability regulation

Other European nations considering similar regulation to improve pharmaceutical safety.

March 2010 Digital Edition

Special Report: Wincanton ADC: The time is right Print: Look how far we've come Document Management: Seamless integration Network Technology: Expanding channel benefits

March 2010 digital edition

Special Report: Wincanton ADC: The time is right Print: Look how far we've come Document Management: Seamless integration Network Technology: Expanding channel benefits

New text and email communication service to streamline home delivery

Skillweb is set to streamline the home delivery process with the launch of a text and email alert tool which can automatically update the consumer on the progress of a parcel including when a consignment is 30 minutes away.

Episys simplifies all labelling at Magnaflux

Magnaflux is implementing the Ultimate Gold labelling system from Episys in a bid to transform their labeling.

BlueStar now an authorised distributor of Microsoft Dynamics Retail Management System in Latin America

This partnership will reportedly focus on creating unique POS bundled solutions for retail value-added resellers in these regions.

Pharmacy Plus and Psion Helping to Reduce £500m in Medication Errors

Psion is providing rugged mobile computers to Pharmacy Plus in order to help the company in its bid to reduce medication errors.

Datalogic Elf Rugged PDA Review

Elf™ is ready to revolutionize mobile computing with its unprecedented features, technology and speed.

Elf™, Datalogic Mobile’s new professional PDA, blazes onto the market

Elf™ is ready to revolutionize mobile computing with its unprecedented features, technology and speed.

EPoS Distributor Launch Partner Tech's New EM-200 Lightweight Tablet PC

Designed with flexibility and mobility in mind, the EM-200 is a wireless mobile computer that is powerful, yet compact and slim.

Avery Dennison's Retail Solution simplifies seasonal markdowns and promotions for retailers

Avery Dennison Printer Systems Division is launching its new complete labelling concept to facilitate markdowns and in-store promotions during hectic sales periods.

M3 Mobile - the next chapter

In the midst of a turbulent year in the AIDC industry a new manufacturer emerged in the UK that promised to shake things up in the market, arming resellers with an arsenal of hardware to help them to win the war on price.

The New OPTIMUS2 Workforce Management Terminal. Better Than Ever.

OPTIMUS2, an employee self-service terminal from Accu-Time Systems, will be launched Wednesday, March 24th, at International Security Conference (ISC) West in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Elf™, Datalogic Mobile’s new professional PDA, blazes onto the market

Elf™ is ready to revolutionize mobile computing with its unprecedented features, technology and speed.

Wavetrend wins major tracking contract with Townley Group

Wavetrend was awarded an exclusive contract to supply its award winning active RFID, GPS and AssetTrace Software solution for a robust container management and high-value asset tracking application by Townley Group International.

BlueStar and Citizen Systems America announces North & South America distribution agreement

This agreement is part of a strategic initiative by both companies to address new opportunities within a global marketplace.

Intermec Partners Discuss Smart Printing

Intermec Smart Printing put the power of the PC right in the printers, allowing them to interact directly with peripherals.

Survey finds 1 in 4 kids have tried hacking!

Despite 78% agreeing that it is wrong, 1 in 4 of UK’s children have tried their hand at hacking into others’ Facebook accounts mostly by surreptitiously using the victims passwords - that is the stark finding of a survey released recently.

Gerry Weber chooses Nordic ID as their handheld RFID supplier

The international, chain-wide RFID project stipulated high mobility requirements, which Nordic ID’s PL3000 UHF RFID Cross Dipole computers fulfil.

Motorola Enterprise Mobility Solutions introduces PartnerEmpower channel programme

Motorola, Inc. has unveiled the Motorola PartnerEmpower Programme, which brings together all Motorola Enterprise Mobility Solutions (EMS) partners under a single channel programme framework.

Joya Smarketing helps overcome the economic crisis

At a moment when critical situations in the global economy are foreseen, Joya becomes a key tool in the retail and distribution world.

Sirit and RF Controls Deliver Groundbreaking RFID System

Enables Real Time Location Utilizing Passive Tags

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Socket introduces new WLAN SDIO cards with broad OS support

Socket Mobile, Inc. has announced the availability of new versions of its Wireless LAN 802.11a/b/g SDIO Cards - the Socket Go Wi-Fi! P322.

RFID Handheld Power + Connectivity + Location = RTLS Data Capture

Convergence Systems Limited (CSL) has launched a plug-in module that provides Quad Band EGSM connectivity as well as GPS location data with its CS501 GSM/GPS module.

LXE announces its HX3 Voice-directed mobile computer now available with Genesta’s Syvox client

SyVox Now Supports LXE’s HX2, HX3 and MX7 Mobile Computers, Providing Flexibility In Hardware And Software For Multi-Modal Applications.

DocuLex Archive Studio’s Goby Capture V5.1 powering automated document imaging

Document management software company DocuLex has releasd its Archive Studio component Goby Capture V5.1, facilitating automated document imaging, knowledge management and workflow collaboration.

Xerox signs up 22 new partners to offer Managed Print Services across Europe

Launched last year, XPS is Xerox’s enterprise-level managed print services offering sold through its channel partners, to their mainly SME customer base.

Box Technologies Named as the UK’s Latest Certified Motion Partner

Motion distributor since 2003, Box Technologies is now certified to repair Motion Tablet PCs

ScanSource Europe launches Online Healthcare Portal

ScanSource Europe has launched a microsite dealing exclusively with data capture, mobility and infrastructure products in healthcare.

Avery Dennison's Retail Solution simplifies seasonal markdowns and promotions for retailers

Avery Dennison Printer Systems Division has launched its new complete labelling concept to facilitate markdowns and in-store promotions during hectic sales periods.

Citizen launches compact high volume logistics printer

A high performance, entry level printer looks set to cut the cost of producing labels in both transport and logistics applications.

RFID Wizard for EASYLABEL labelling software

EASYLABEL's RFID Wizard allows you to easily create EPC (Electronic Product Code) and DoD (Department of Defence) smart labels.

Recession? What Recession?

Target’s record year demonstrates the strength of the channel.

Datalogic Mobile and JD Sports Fashion strengthen partnership with Skorpio™ hand held terminal

1,300 x Datalogic Skorpio™ rolled out throughout JD Sports Fashion stores.

Efficient waste disposal processes at the waste disposal organization Nordschwaben in Germany

The waste disposal organization, Nordschwaben in Germany is using mobile processes as a reliable tool for complying with new legal requirements, while making processes more efficient and faster.

Psion launches Workabout 3 and announces substantial evolution of its business model

Open Source Mobility - a substantial evolution of Psion’s business model

Waitrose deploys innovative new e-fulfilment solution from X2 Computing

WaitroseDeliver, the online grocery shopping service, has awarded a major contract to X2 Computing to provide a new generation of product picking trolleys and hardware.

Cloud Computing Adoption Survey

70 per cent of companies using Cloud-based services plan to move additional applications to the Cloud in the next 12 months.

New KODAK i4000 Series Scanners

Kodak has launched KODAK i4000 Series Scanners which are designed to help end-users, especially those in small-to-medium sized businesses (SMBs), cost-effectively automate document capture and management.

New Xerox DocuMate 3640 Scanner

Visioneer and Xerox have announced the Xerox DocuMate 3640, a duplex flatbed scanner that can scan up to 80 images per minute

South Manchester NHS boosts antenatal care with wireless devices for midwives

Aruba Networks has announced that the University Hospital of South Manchester is using Aruba’s Virtual Branch Networking solution to increase the quality of antenatal services delivered to the local community.

The Glamorous World of Energy Harvesting

Energy harvesting is the use of ambient energy to create electricity for small or mobile equipment and it started with such things as the bicycle dynamo and the piezoelectric gas lighter.

Infosecurity Europe says mobile workforce shift will cause security headache for many companies

A report just published that highlights the rising numbers of workers are moving to a truly mobile working environment confirms what many in the IT security industry have suspected for some time.

World economic forum global risks report warns of long shadow of the financial crisis

The World Economic Forum have released Global Risks 2010, its annual report on the most significant and underlying global risks facing the global economy this year and beyond.

Vocollect Voice gets SAP certification for Warehouse Manager applications

Vocollect, Inc. has announced that its VoiceDirect ERP 1.0 voice solution has been certified by SAP AG for integration with the SAP Warehouse Manager (SAP WM) and Extended Warehouse Manager (SAP EWM) applications.

Intermec CK3 Customer: Warehouse Improves Metrics

In this video case study, learn how the Odom Corporation leveraged the Intermec CK3 mobile computer to improve perfect orders and accuracy in its warehouse operations.

Two Technologies ultra-rugged handheld computer Hydrus Luna features Optional RFID

Two Technologies, Inc. has introduced the Hydrus Luna RFID, an ultra-rugged and powerful hand held computer designed for long-term daily operation in the harshest working conditions.

Datalogic chosen by the Top French Retailers

30,000 readers installed throughout France for a value of approximately 5 million Euro.

Nordic ID and Cisper Electronics signed European Distribution Agreement

The agreement authorizes CISPER Electronics BV to offer Nordic ID handheld data collection devices to RFID solution providers throughout Europe.

Belgravium secures Arco repeat business

Arco has recently ordered further quantities of Belgraviums ‘Atlanta 8000 Series’ as part of the company’s ongoing commitment to the future of its business and customers.

Designer IT Brands – So Last Year

As the country emerges from recession it would appear that the willingness to pay over the odds to so-called ‘designer brands’ for IT services is a thing of the past as firms turn to mid-tier suppliers for value and service.

New interactive BarTender Edition comparison tool

Seagull’s new interactive on-line Edition Comparison Chart is a major development in the way users can choose BarTender.

Kodak has launched the new KODAK i1405 Scanner

Kodak i1405 scanner helps small-to-medium sized businesses focus on increasing organisational efficiency.

Hackers Automate in ‘Industrial Revolution’ Threat

Imperva Report Details Industrialization of Cyber Attacks and Uncovers Hacker Scheme to Infect Educational Servers Worldwide.

Getac adds mprodigy mobile management platform to its rugged mobile computer range

Getac UK, manufacturer of rugged computers that meet the demands of field-based applications, has forged a new alliance with mobile management platform company, B2M Solutions.

ScanSource Europe Partner Tour enters the fast lane

Everyone attending will have the chance to get behind the wheel of two different performance cars and try them out on Palmer’s tracks.

How can manufacturers help VARs during the recovery?

Mark Beauchamp, European marketing manager for Citizen Systems Europe, considers what manufacturers can do for resellers as the market recovers in 2010.

Citizen helps Frankfurt Fairgrounds improve its logistical efficiency

German logistics specialists Agility Fairs & Events and Danzas Messen have worked together to deliver a state-of-the-art printing solution to Messe Frankfurt (Frankfurt Fairgrounds) using the latest printing technology from Citizen Systems Europe.

Enhanced Patient Safety From The Barcode Warehouse and Zebra Technologies

Basildon & Thurrock University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is improving patient safety through the successful deployment of a Zebra HC100 thermal wristband printing solution provided by The Barcode Warehouse.

Recession, what recession?

Aldata Solution, a provider of software solutions for the retail industry, has released findings from the second annual Global Retail CIO Survey, jointly sponsored with IBM.

Zetes renews over 6900 ‘quick check’ scanners for Waitrose

Zetes was awarded a contract with Waitrose to supply and support 6940 hand held devices available for shoppers who use the Quick Check self-scanning system.

Symantec vows to help resellers address storage orphans

Symantec believes the Carbon Reduction Commitment (CRC) Energy Efficiency Scheme will create new opportunities for its partners.

BlueStar delivers tangible reseller benefits at VARTECH Nordic 2010

This two-day event gave European value-added resellers the opportunity to discover new technology, network, and explore new revenue generating models within the ADC, Point-of-Sale, Mobility, RFID, and Security markets.

Konica Minolta Partners with Avanquest Solutions

Konica Minolta has formalised its relationship with Avanquest Solutions with a partnership agreement, which adds desktop network fax capability to Konica Minolta’s Multi Function Printers (MFPs).

One small step for man, one giant leap for staff morale

A few subtle changes make all the difference, says business consultant. Sales are falling, communication is lacking and motivation is at a seasonal low. In other words, it’s February.

ScanSource Europe releases 2010 product catalogue

The ScanSource Europe Catalogue 2010 is now available, showcasing products from 18 of the distributor’s best-of-breed vendor partners.

Intermec strengthens and invests in the channel with new PartnerNet programme

Intermec has introduced PartnerNet, the company’s new global channel programme designed to provide better predictability, profitability and growth for partners.

Handheld awarded ‘Supercompany’ of the year for second consecutive year

The Handheld group has been named one of this year’s Supercompanies by the Swedish business magazine Veckans Affärer.

Honeywell Expands dolphin 6000 line with new lightweight mobile computer

Dolphin 6500 delivers optimum balance of performance and value for in-premise environments

Dolphin 9700 mobile computer review

IT Reseller takes a close look at Honeywell’s brand new Dolphin 9700 digital assistant mobile computer.

Ricoh unveils new document security solution

Ricoh UK has introduced the Flex Secure Print Suite – a highly scalable solution that provides network wide information and workflow security.

UPS Systems’ Tom Sperrey wins ARC yacht race with fuel cell power on board

Tom and crew crossed the finishing line on 8th December having sailed his boat ‘Nightlife’ from Gran Canaria to St. Lucia.

BEC's eSmart:datacapture Voice system increase both accuracy and productivity

BEC’s voice picking solution replaced the legacy data capture system that Shamrock Foods had used for years, providing immediate increases in pick rate and accuracy.

Citizen expands barcode and label printing operation in South Africa

Citizen Systems Europe has continued to expand its operation in South Africa with the appointment of specialised turnkey Auto ID solutions provider Spec Systems.

Storming the Market

Schools are set to storm the IT market en masse this half term with their unspent budgets.

BlueStar and Star Micronics announce new QuickBooks POS bundle

BlueStar has announced a new Intuit POS hardware bundle made possible through a partnership with Star Micronics.

LXE extends line of vehicle mount computers

LXE, the rugged mobile computer business of EMS Technologies, Inc., has released two updates to its Trux line of rugged Vehicle Mount computers.

Handheld and IPWireless Sign Strategic Partnership for Public Safety & Government Market

Companies to showcase the first product under this partnership, the Algiz 7 rugged tablet, at Mobile World Congress.

2010 AIM Expo Conference and Exhibition Announced

AIM to Deliver Solutions-Driven Education in a Cross-Industry Event Showcasing the Full Range of Auto ID & Mobile IT Options

Code Corporation Set for Major European Channel Expansion

CeBIT 2010 to Provide Showcase for Sophisticated Data Capture Devices for a Range of Applications.

RFID helps retain packaging integrity

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is increasingly implemented in supply chain management to improve the efficiency of inventory tracking and management. Advances in technology now mean that brands can protect products at the point of manufacture whilst retaining the integrity of the packaging.

Mobexx hand held computer lights up the darkness

Mobexx has added the Xenon flash-equipped 2T Hydrus Luna to its range of customisable ultra-rugged hand held computers.

Canon launches PartnerNet - dedicated IT Reseller website

After a successful launch in December, Canon has extended its PartnerNet online portal which gives Canon resellers access to Canon sales and marketing tools to all of its indirect business resellers.

Understanding the clients' needs:

Avery Dennison's re-styled website lets manufacturers companies get what they want.

Datalogic Mobile's website restyled

Its new design provides space for more content to keep the user constantly updated with the latest information on the company and its solutions.

Charlotte Barthélemy appointed new marketing head EMEA at Datamax-O’Neil

Among other duties, the French-born manager will be in charge of positioning, developing and managing the Datamax-O’Neil brand in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Amano USA Holdings, Inc. announces the agreement to acquire Accu-Time Systems Inc.

Amano and ATS share a common vision and the combination of our products and people provides an enhanced value proposition to our customers,” said Mike Lee CEO of AUH.

How To: Turn Customer Relationships Into Bottom Line Growth

Genesys identifies ways that businesses can improve the customer relationship and increase the bottom line by £millions in the coming year Better online experience for customers is key.

Maintain crisp labels and receipts on Bixolon SRP & SLP thermal printers

Consistently printing clear and crisp receipts or barcode labels requires the proper cleaning maintenance of any thermal printer.

New Algiz 7 rugged tablet from Handheld offers ‘ultra-mobile’ ruggedness

The Algiz 7 is an ultra rugged mobile 7-inch widescreen tablet that runs Microsoft Windows 7 Professional operating system and features an Intel Atom 1.6 GHz processor with 64 GB Solid State hard drive and 2 GB of DDR2 RAM.

Varlink adds Unitech products to its line up

Varlink has become a UK Distributor for Unitech handheld portable terminals, industrial PDAs and RFID readers.

Datalogic Memor™ helps Britain to stay healthy with the Co-Operative Pharmacy!

Datalogic Memor™ in Co-Opeartive Pharmacy.

Mobilising sales: how portable POS technology can boost trade on the high street

Helen Slaven, Vice President of retail technology expert Torex shows how mobile POS technology can improve the retail experience.

New POS printer power consumption strategy announced by Star Micronics

Star Micronics announced that not only has it launched the world’s first ECO POS printer dedicated to minimising IT environmental impact within the retail market, but it can also claim that it must now be the most energy-efficient single station receipt printer launched to date.

RFID delivers major savings for Viraj Profiles

India based Viraj Profiles Ltd., a manufacturer of stainless steel profiles, has successfully streamlined its logistical operations with an RFID technology implementation.

Skeye with new Pick-by-Voice solution

Skeye, the business division for mobile solutions of the Hoeft & Wessel Group, has developed a pick-by-voice version of its industrial PDA skeye.dart.

Survey indicates growing demand for touch screen computers

Almost a third of laptop users and more than a quarter of desktop PC owners are keen to have a touch screen on their next computer.

New A4 colour printer from OKI Printing Solutions

The C610 has been designed to meet changing customer needs – specifically faster print speeds, enhanced media flexibility and lower power consumption.

Mystery Shopper: the new frontier of shopping experience

Datalogic pod Joya will soon become a technological protagonist of consumption survey.

Storage Expo Exodus helps IP Expo grow 80% IT firms predict market recovery

The organiser of IP Expo 2010 has experienced an 83% year-on-year rise in pre-bookings as technology sector executives invest their marketing budgets early in 2010.

Xerox acquires Irish Business Systems

Xerox has acquired Irish Business Systems (IBS) for approximately $31 million (€21m), expanding Xerox’s reach right across Ireland.

Printed RFID in 2010

Being largely based on government backed military, identity card, financial card, passport and other projects and legally mandated requirements such as animal tagging, this market is recession proof, continuing to grow rapidly

“Has the BIG FREEZE cost your business BIG BUCKS?”

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has estimated that the recent bad weather, widespread commuter disruption and school closures, has cost the UK business economy at least £600 million a day and that a business continuity plan could be your answer to such severe weather disruption.

X2 Computing launches new widescreen tablet PC

X2 Computing has announced the immediate availability of the X2390, a new widescreen tablet PC that integrates a high visibility touch display and high performance processing power.

Data hung out to dry as 4,500 USBs are left in Dry Cleaners

Users could face fines of up to £500k if they cause a data security breach!

Westcoast enhances staff development with NVQs

The company has always encouraged employees to develop within their roles and within Westcoast, but until recently had no formal way to recognise this.

Datalogic Mobile and I&R Partners Lock Out Waste at Yale

Datalogic Mobile rugged mobile computers and DC-Stat software from I&R Partners helps Yale reduce scrap by over $25,000

Buffalo Technology signs Ingram Micro as Pan-European distributor

Buffalo Technology, designer, developer and manufacturer of storage, wireless networking and memory solutions, is extending its relationship with Ingram Micro across Europe.

Maxatec Europe introduces new partner to strengthen airtime and connectivity service

Maxatec has introduced a new partner, Gaist Communication, strengthening its overall proposition in the mobile computing and airtime market place.

Iomega announces EMEA distribution agreement with Magirus

Iomega and Magirus have signed a pan-European distribution agreement that will ensure that EMC velocity partners and other value add resellers will have access to the full range of Iomega NAS products throughout Europe.

Epson offers resellers 50 per cent off business scanner

Epson has launched a promotion enabling resellers to offer their customers 50 per cent off the Epson GT-1500 business scanner.

Tech2Clear has arrived

TCS have launched Tech2Clear, a radical new approach to the perennial problem of finding buyers for excess, obsolete & out-dated stock held by vendors, distributors and resellers.

SEO made simple with social networking

Driving traffic to your website through social networking can bring huge financial benefits according to Manchester's online experts at a recent round table discussion.

Rica Lewis partners with Tagsys RFID to optimise inventory and supply chain operations at major retailers

Tagsys, provider of item-level RFID infrastructure, has deployed its complete ‘RFID for Fashion’ solution by Rica Lewis, supplier of jean products.

BlueStar announces new solutions from Meridian Kiosks

BlueStar has announced the addition of their self service kiosk solution featuring Meridian Kiosks' extensive hardware line-up and robust software platform.

Complacent employees admit to sending sensitive information using vulnerable methods

Survey findings highlight companies may be at risk of data theft despite 46 per cent of employees admitting they worry about information getting into the wrong hands

RFID: 2010 Will This Be The Year...?

Will this be the year that RFID security is finally implemented?

ROI calculator finds revenue opportunities, reduces costs and boosts profits

A new online tool from DocuWare lets users calculate how much their own organisations can save by implementing an electronic Document Management (DMS).

Verizon Business and Motorola join forces to help safeguard retailers’ wireless networks from hackers

Retailers are increasingly using in-store local area wireless networks for a variety of key functions, including staying in close touch with sales personnel who are serving customers. But all too often, these networks are vulnerable to a variety of security threats such as attacks by hackers and the use of unauthorised devices.

Tharo Systems offers two-year label printer and print head warranty

Tharo will even warranty the print head for two years; or two million inches for thermal transfer or five hundred thousand inches for direct thermal applications.

Belgravium and Equipment Tracking announce strategic alliance

Equipment Tracking will offer Belgravium RFID enabled handheld computers as a platform for its asset management software within the leading manufacturing, warehousing and logistics organisations.

BlueStar acquires Impuls ID Distribution

BlueStar, the global distributor of technology solutions, has completed the purchase and acquisition of Impuls ID Distribution, a Sabadell, Spain, global distributor of Automatic Identification, Security and Identification Card and specialty application products, effective January 1, 2010.

Varlink adds Wavetrend RFID products to its line up

Varlink, the York based specialist mobile computing and data capture hardware distributor is pleased to announce that is has become a UK Distributor for Wavetrend Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) solutions.

Hola! to the Spanish market, as J2 appoints its first local distributor

Protelsa to represent J2 Retail Systems

Datalogic Scanning announces the Gryphon LGD4300 reader

Datalogic Scanning has announced the Gryphon L GD4300 laser scanner as the latest member to join Datalogic Scanning’s Gryphon family of general purpose handheld scanners.

UPS and Honeywell set the stage for next high-tech handheld for drivers

Global Deployment of 5th Version Starts in 2011; Offers Continuous Connectivity & Industry-First Features

Spanish Tax Authority Certifies DocuWare

One Hundred Percent Secure

Datalogic Mobile Falcon Duck Hunt

The Falcon is one of PSC's old product line that was kept even after the Datalogic purchase of PSC. It has had a processor upgrade and some other enhancements and remains one of their best sellers.

Box Clever

David's epic journey to find the perfect ERP solution has finally come to an end. He is returning to present his findings to the Board - but is David going to be labelled the 'company saviour' or has his luck run out at the final hurdle?

Forklift accident

This accident happened in Moscow bottled alcohol warehouse and cost an estimated $150,000 in damages.

Business agility through IT infrastructure

Over the past twelve months the UK economy has seen many changes. Major organisations have had profits squeezed and even gone out of business, but there are ways in which every business can utilise its current IT infrastructure to become more profitable.

ScanSource Europe Partner Tour attracts over 1000 attendees

After a string of successful events across Europe, ScanSource Europe has revealed that more than 1000 people attended the Partner Tour in 2009.

BlueStar announces new solutions from Meridian Kiosks

BlueStar has announced the addition of their self service kiosk solution featuring Meridian Kiosks' extensive hardware line-up and robust software platform.

BullGuard to hold 2010 Full Disclosure Briefing for resellers

BullGuard Internet Security 9.0 unveiled to the channel

One Million Euros for the Future

DocuWare AG created a new department to drive the development of web-based solutions for Document Management. One million euros will be flowing into new web technologies and applications until the end of 2011.

Honeywell redefines device category with introduction of new ruggedized digital assistant

Honeywell’s Dolphin 9700 is equipped with advanced imaging and communications technologies for continuous connectivity and reliability.

CSL receives Frost & Sullivan's award for ‘best RFID product’

Convergence Systems Limited has been awarded the 2009 Asia Pacific Frost & Sullivan Product Differentiation Excellence Award for the RFID Readers Market.

Datamax-O'Neil acquires Extech Data Systems

The acquisition expands Datamax-O'Neil's portable printer portfolio, and strategically positions the company to gain market share and significantly grow its global customer base.

Honeywell introduces enhancements to its Stratos® 2400 product line

Advancements Boost Productivity at the Point-of-Sale; Two New Models Increase Flexibility

Box Technologies Moves Exclusively into Digital CCTV with Arnel and eVigilo

Box Technologies will exclusively partner Arnel with the eVigilo Digital CCTV solution.

Employee absenteeism because of bad weather could cost £230 million

The Forum of Private Business (FPB) is warning that the cost of a single day of employee absenteeism because of the freezing winter conditions could be at least £230 million.

Intermec’s Smart, Strong and Secure Industrial Printer Offering

Intermec Technologies have announced enhanced versions of seven industrial printers – the PD41, PD42, PF2i, PF4i, PM4i, PX4i and PX6i.

Reaching Cloud Nine

A practical how-to-guide to selecting the right partner. Over the past year, cloud computing has dominated IT discussions around the country, and rightly so. It offers significant advantages to businesses, especially as resources become more constrained and IT departments struggle to add business value while maintaining all their existing infrastructures.

VESA Dual Screen solutions from POSLIGNE®

AURES Technologies has unveiled its VESA dual screen solution offering dynamic, user-friendly communications at the cash desk.

The Retail Systems Forum 2010

Tackling the Challenges in Retail with Technology.

Getac announces industry’s best 5-year warranty for all Getac fully rugged notebook computers

Getac Offers 2-year warranty extension ‘At No Extra Cost’ to Help IT Departments Manage Assets and Control Expenses.

O'Reilly Automotive accelerates transition to paperless distribution centres via Vocollect Voice

O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. is accelerating its transition to a paperless distribution centre (DC) network by greatly expanding its use of voice systems from Vocollect, Inc.

3PAR takes autonomic storage tiering to the next level

3PAR has introduced 3PAR Policy Advisor for Dynamic Optimisation.

Honeywell and MMCC Consultants team up to provide field service solutions

Hardware and software brought together to offer a comprehensive package.

Box Technologies Launches New SpacePole Payment Mounts

Box Technologies has launched Ergonomic Solutions latest range of SpacePole payment mounts.

Fujitsu signs distribution agreement with EPoS Distributor

The agreement will see EPoS Distributor become the first UK distributor of Fujitsu’s point-of-sale (PoS) retail hardware products.

Making business flow

IT Reseller spoke with CEVA Logistics' executive vice president UK and Ireland, Leigh Pomlett, and senior vice president IS&S Northern Europe, John Court, about how IT plays critical role in ensuring the company best serves its customers.

Storage industry confused over deployment of Cloud-based services

The storage industry is still confused as to why cloud-based services are deployed within organisations, reveals a survey.

Datamax-O’Neil Acquires Extech Data Systems Division

The acquisition represents the first step in Datamax-O’Neil’s long-term external growth strategy.

The Health Care Initiative

Project Designed to Ensure Benign Operation of RFID in Health Care Settings.

Blackburn cleans up, with the help of Spirit

When collecting important data – especially in the field – it’s often the little things that become very important, such as a rugged device with a readable screen and a good battery life.

Water Board Improves Productivity with Motion F5’s

"After using the F5s over time, I don’t think that any other semi-rugged PC could hold up as well in the harsh environments our technicians sometimes encounter".

American Barcode and RFID Joins Zebra Enterprise Solutions Partner Program

ZES program provides partners with extended suite of technology solutions.

Datalogic Mobile Terminals support operative logistics at LGI

LGI choses the Kyman™ to guarantee reliable information transfer at its logistics center in Germany.

Get up to €200 for your TradeIn device

Unitech introduces a new Trade-IN/Trade-UP campaign designed to ease the purchase of brand new Unitech Mobile Computer.

Premier Inn selects cost-saving hardware that provides 'greener' printing solution

The company has recently taken the decision to introduce self-service check-in kiosks in a number of its hotel reception areas as well as replace some of its traditional A4 laser printers at the reception desk.

Verifone brings new revenue opportunities to UK channel

Delivers Comprehensive Payment Software Solutions to Drive Value in Multi-Channel Retailing & Vertical Market Applications.

Professional technology with an appealing design

New public displays from NEC Display Solutions: Multeos M401 and M461

Industrialisation of Hacking Will Dominate The Next Decade

Imperva delineates five key security trends UK Organisations will face during the next ten years

Mobile data problems? Switch to an encrypted hard drive

Research just released by a major IT distributor, claiming to show that just 62 per cent of UK organisations were able to monitor when users copied or moved data from their firm's IT resource onto portable devices, comes as no surprise, says Origin Storage.

New PC film wins holographic industry best security award

A new holographic security film on polycarbonate (PC) has scooped the prize for the ‘Best Applied Security Product’ at the International Hologram Manufacturers Association’s (IHMA) Excellence in Holography Awards 2009.

Canon’s new iW360 streamlines document workflow to boost office productivity

Canon UK, has launched a new version of its iW360 software to streamline document processes and produce seamless and productive document workflows.

A third of workers will steal data to help a friend find a job, says study

The recession is creating camaraderie among workforces, at the expense of their employers, is the finding of a transatlantic survey.

NiceLabel receives Windows 7 compatibility certification!

Euro Plus receives formal Microsoft Windows 7 Compatibility Certification for its core product NiceLabel.

Psion Teklogix partners with CommonTime to offer a comprehensive mobile working solution

CommonTime Ltd has signed a partnership agreement to become an I S Vendor for mobile computer company, Psion Teklogix.

Blackburn cleans up, with the help of Spirit

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council recently needed to upgrade its handheld devices so that it could capture environmental cleanliness data.

Varlink adds Opticon's OPR-3301 bluetooth laser scanner to it's product range

Varlink has announced the launch of Opticon’s OPR-3301 wireless Bluetooth laser scanner, one of the smallest and lightest cordless laser scanners on the market.

Varlink announces the release of the OPN-2002 bluetooth data collector

Small and extremely lightweight, this data collector is embedded with a class leading laser barcode scanner capable of 100 scans/sec.

TouchStar prints on the move with Maxatec

The printer is used to issue payment and invoice receipts in-cab and on-board transport systems

Tharo Systems EASYLABEL® 5 Features GS1 Barcode Wizard!

Tharo Systems' EASYLABEL 5 Platinum's new GS1 Barcode Wizard makes creating GS1 Barcodes a simple 4-step process.

Three minute warning is the key to interview success

If you fake it, you won’t make it, says communication coach

honeywell AND sydion Announce solution for MOBILE h1n1 vaccine administration

Honeywell’s Dolphin® 9900 and Sydion’s emergency management technology provide efficient H1N1 vaccination

RFID: The Economic Landscape

RFID Connections spoke with Reik Read, senior analyst for Robert W. Baird & Co., about RFID and the economy.

IT upgrade saves law firm £30,000 per year

Burges Salmon, a 650-strong commercial law firm, is reaping the financial rewards of a server virtualisation strategy implemented by Commercial IT Services.

SMARTRAC selected as RFID technology supplier for the Philippine vehicle identification project

The project, which employs long range passive RFID tags for identification of vehicles, is one of the first country-wide implementations of RFID technology for traffic management in the world.

Letter to the Editor

While two-factor authentication (2FA) is becoming the de-facto standard for remote access to server-based business applications, most enterprises are still accessing their SaaS applications, including Salesforce.com and Google Apps, with passwords that can be easily compromised.

New Citizen POS printer for fast and accurate 2D barcodes

The CT-S281 is compact and lightweight, making it ideal for a wide range of POS applications, and can print both conventional and two-dimensional barcodes quickly and easily.

AIM Announces Leadership Changes

Leading AIDC Association Conducts Search for New President

RFID on Clothes

Capture 31 items within 5 seconds

New Off-the-Shelf Stock Inventory Software Launched by MMCC Consultants

MMCC Consultants have developed a new stock inventory and asset management package for handheld devices that can be installed without the need for a completely new back office system.

Maxatec launches two new thermal barcode printers

Maxatec has launched two new thermal barcode printers for desktop label printing, the TDP-225 and TDP-225W, which are manufactured by TSC Auto ID Technology Co. Ltd.

Nordic ID PL3000 Cross Dipole UHF RFID Certified by the EECC

The European EPC Competence Centre (EECC) has tested and certified the Nordic ID PL3000 Cross Dipole UHF RFID interrogator granting the device the right qualifications in accordance with the RFID handheld performance requirements.

Global fashion group Gerry Weber chooses Avery Dennison RFID solution

Gerry Weber will become the first German retail company to roll out RFID technology combining inventory management and loss prevention.

Bluestar sets date for VARTECH NORDIC 2010 in Stockholm, Sweden

BlueStar have announced details for VARTECH NORDIC 2010 which will be held in Stockholm, Sweden, February 2-3, 2010.

November 2009 digital edition

Special Report: CEVA Logistics ADC: A global enterprise built on local strengths Print: Investing in the UK channel Document Management: A move towards paperless documentation Network Technology: Bringing stability to standard platforms

Storage industry confused over deployment of Cloud-based services

The storage industry is still confused as to why cloud-based services are deployed within organisations, reveals a survey

LXE expands connectivity offerings with Wavelink Solutions

LXE can now deliver Wavelink licensed software, enabled for its mobile computers, directly from its Norcross manufacturing facility.

Brother gives channel partners easy online access to bespoke marketing material

Brother is offering its reseller partners the chance to order and personalise marketing materials online before having them delivered.

X2 Computing launches new low cost handheld PC

Costing less than other similarly specified systems, they will deliver improved work flow and enhanced productivity in a wide range of point of service applications including retail, gaming, logistics, field service, healthcare, manufacturing and hospitality.

Handheld named “Gazelle Company” by the Swedish business daily Dagens Industri for second consecutive year

Since 2000, Dagens Industri (DI), the leading business magazine in the Nordic countries, has been designating the fastest growing companies in Sweden as “Gazelle companies”.

Honeywell and ScanSource recruit specialised mobility resellers in Europe

Resellers can access one of the AIDC industry’s broadest product portfolios while benefitting from the logistics expertise and services offered by leading distributor

Getac tablet PCS receive MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461F and IP65 military certification

Getac's line of notebook computers and tablet PCs has been MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461F and IP65 certified by an independent testing lab to withstand severe environmental conditions.

Self scanning helps retailers reduce shoplifting

Joya from Datalogic is the technological solution for understanding and monitoring each individual client

Managed Service Providers believe most RMM systems end up being 'shelfware'

GFI Software has announced the findings from industry research on Remote Monitoring & Management (RMM) software for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), Value Added Resellers (VARs) and IT support organizations.

Partner Tech UK upgrades all-in-one terminal range

Following the enormous success of its PT-6200 terminal, Partner Tech UK has expanded its all-in-one EPOS terminal range with the launch of the new PT-6212 unit.

Spirit gives JJ Food for thought

Many companies that need to deliver items regularly have discovered that one of the key solutions to greater cost-effectiveness lies in the use of mobile computing devices.

IT managers fear security risks of outsourcing IT despite stringent controls of leading providers

The increasing popularity of outsourcing has failed to debunk misconceived fears among IT managers on the security risks surrounding switching from in-house systems.

Zebra launches new retransfer card printer

Zebra Technologies Corporation has launched Zebra ZXP Series 8, which is said to produces photo-quality cards at a very fast speed.

Stay Connected with Datalogic Mobile: Join us on Facebook, LinkedIn and YouTube

Datalogic Mobile is a member of the Web’s most popular social networks, providing a new and interactive way of communicating through the internet

Intrust Solutions and Trust Digital signs Reseller Agreements with Several UK Partners to launch new Enterprise Mobility Management Solutions

These agreements are the first phase of a focused campaign to work with innovative channel partners to offer enterprises a compelling solution to effectively manage Smartphone devices outside of the Blackberry product range.

New J2 615 resets the benchmark for price, low maintenance and performance

J2 Retail Systems has beaten its competitors to market with the first EPoS system to contain Solid State Drives (SSD Storage) as standard.

Taylor Wessing installs intellectual network infrastructure from Extreme Networks

Extreme Networks has announced that law firm Taylor Wessing LLP is using a selection of its BlackDiamond and Summit family switches to install a fast, resilient and future-proofed network that is able to support a fully converged voice and data infrastructure.

The ‘Nail It, Then Scale It’ Guide to Moving into Managed Services.

This paper explores the advantages and potential risks associated with moving into Managed Services, and presents GFI Software’s recommended ‘Nail It, Then Scale It’ model for successfully adding this service to your business offering.

Vocollect continues expansion into Asia

Voice solutions provider, Vocollect, Inc., has established an office in Hong Kong and has hired Vance Lau as Managing Director for the territory.

UPM Pro RFID Alliance - a new network of expert professionals and companies

UPM Raflatac has introduced a new global network of RFID professionals.

3PAR changes the way utility storage is provisioned for virtual server and database environments

3PAR has launched three new platform enhancements designed to automate and streamline storage server provisioning, particularly in clustered and virtual server environments.

DocuWare 5.1 runs on Windows 7

With the recent launch of Microsoft’s latest operating system, Windows 7, DocuWare 5.1 document management system is already up-and-running due to advance testing conducted over the past few months.

Internet congestion puts customer business at risk for nearly a third of enterprises, finds Geo

Some 70 per cent of businesses lose at least one hour of operational time per week to poor network performance, wasting more time than the average weekly commute.

Bringing stability to standard platforms

The benefits that a standardised computing platform brings are enormous, so what do you do when your supplier changes it? – asks Alan Rowe, Windows Embedded Group, MPC Data.

Channel chargers links with Bocada

Channel Chargers, a technology channel sales and marketing services company, has been engaged by Bocada Inc., to further develop and drive a channel centric sales model.

JLT UK seeks additional VARs to resell vehicle-mount computer

Rugged mobile computer manufacturer JLT is looking for additional VARs to join its growing team of UK specialist application partners.

Handheld Nautiz X7 Rugged Mobile Computer

The Nautiz X7 is a mobile computer that’s packed with state-of-the-art advancements in PDA technology, offering a convincing mix of power, functionality and ruggedness

Handheld Nautiz X7 Rugged Mobile Computer Video Review

The Nautiz X7, a mobile computer that’s packed with state-of-the-art advancements in PDA technology, offering a convincing mix of power, functionality and ruggedness.

BarTender 9.2 from Seagull Scientific

Includes Revision Control and new Print Utilities.

Psion Teklogix select CSI as its SAP partner

CSI was selected because of its depth and breadth of SAP skills, particularly in the areas of warehousing and logistics, shop floor data capture, RFID, Speech Recognition and workforce mobilisation.

NetDespatch launches multifunctional SaaS mobile web platform

NetDespatch Agility allows a single mobile device to be used for an array of specialist functions by accessing web-hosted software and databases.

Blazepoint launches new ndura Rugged Computers at ESS 2009

Blazepoint will be launching the new ndura Rugged IP67 Tablet and IP65 Convertible Laptop at the forthcoming Emergency Services Show 2009

Varlink announces the release of two new rugged scanning PDAs from Janam

Varlink has introduced two new XM Series rugged mobile computers from Janam: the XM66 and the XM60+.

Spirit and Nortech set their sights on the education sector

The two companies will support each other in providing network infrastructure and data capture services to educational establishments.

Riello UPS awarded Investors in People status

Investors in People is a nationally recognised quality standard for improving an organisation's performance through the development of its people.

Zetes wins two industry awards in two weeks

Zetes, the supply chain technology specialist has been awarded two of the industry’s highest accolades, winning both a CILT Excellence Award and a Retail Systems Award.

Ingram Micro names Datamax-O’Neil as a preferred supplier of thermal barcode printers

The printers will be used for the next three years at Ingram Micro’s seven North American Distribution Centres for printing approximately one million labels a month for outgoing packages.

Get real, and use the recession as a positive agent of change

retailers cannot afford to wait for the recession to end in their quest to improve sales and profitability.

American Apparel Finds the Right Fit with Motorola RFID

Inventory counts that used to take 6-8 people 6-8 hours to accomplish now take two people 2.5 hours to accomplish - with better accuracy.

Intermec launches plug-and-play solution for wireless Bluetooth scanners

Intermec have announced the launch of the SD61, a multiport wireless base station that provides a secure connection between multiple Intermec industrial scanners.

I.R.I.S. products and technologies fully compatible with Windows 7

Today I.R.I.S. proposes an entire line of “Intelligent Document Recognition” Solutions for corporate users, small businesses and home users, all compatible with the Windows platform.

Mobile laptop usage soaring - but what about company data security?

The apparently amusing tale of how New York coffee shops - apparently fed up with laptop users hogging their table space and using up electricity for hours on end - has a much darker message, says Sean Glynn, Director at Credant Technologies.

The Champions League of the Digital Signage Sector

With its P-Series of monitors NEC Display Solutions is proud to present its new flagship models for the public displays sector.

Handheld Group expands its reach into Australia

Handheld has announced its continued global expansion by joining forces with Australian based distributor, AvanTEC Pty Ltd.

Nor-Sea Foods selects Episys for Ultimate labelling

Nor-Sea Foods supplies processed fish to the retail sector in the UK. Nor-Sea Foods, Aberdeen, produces cold smoked products for a variety of customers.

Tallega Software Joins AnyDoc's Reseller Channel

AnyDoc Software, Inc. has partnered with value-added reseller Tallega Software of Irvine, CA.

Version One launches document management green meter at Green IT Expo 2009

The green meter calculates carbon and paper savings as a result of using Version One’s EDM software.

Solid-state storage appliances make good business sense

Solid-state storage is increasingly becoming an attractive alternative to the over-provisioning and management headaches of traditional hard disk drive arrays in many IT infrastructures.

Customised workflow added to DocuLex Archive Studio’s WebSearch

The program’s new intelligent “decision engine” organises project information, orchestrates flow to each staffer involved, notifies them of action needed and documents their information revisions and additions.

AIM Publishes New 2D Symbology for High-Speed Encoding

DotCode is Designed to Encode Data at Full Production Line Speeds.

Infosecurity Europe 2010

Infosecurity Europe, is Europe’s dedicated Information security event. Celebrating its 15th year, the show continues to provide an unrivalled education programme, over 300 exhibitors.

Impuls ID is Unitech new add value distributor for the Spanish market

Unitech and Impuls ID have signed an agreement to distribute Unitech´s Scanning and Mobile devices in the Spanish market.

Episys prescribes increased patient safety in drug administration

Staten Island University Hospital is trialing the ‘Ultimate’ labelling system from Episys in a bid to increase patient safety in the administration of drug dispensing.

Convenience in motion

IT Reseller spoke with Mary Anne Gunn, senior marketing manager, Motion Computing, about the benefits of tablet PCs and the company’s close relationship in the UK with distributor Box Technologies.

Lexmark launches new solutions-ready, touch screen laser printer

Lexmark International, Inc. has launched a single-function monochrome A4 laser printer with a touch screen.

Safelite AutoGlass sees clear advantages with LXE

Distribution center staff had a list of priorities when it came to new technology...

Printronix welcomes new executive leadership

Industrial and business printing solutions manufacturer, Printronix, has announced that after 35 years at the helm, Robert A. Kleist has stepped down as Printronix’s chief executive officer and president, turning the reins over to Randy Eisenbach.

EMC upgrades data domain de-duplication storage systems

EMC Corporation, has announced a significant upgrade to the EMC Data Domain midrange and entry-level deduplication storage system

ITN tracks down laptop thieves with Absolute Software

News producer, ITN and security specialist, Absolute Software pull the plug on laptop thieves, having successfully recovered four laptops stolen from ITN staff.

Mobile commerce – the future of retail

With advances in mobile technology, bringing the experience to the consumer now means bringing it to their handset.

RFID TagSource to distribute Tracient RFID readers

RFID TagSource have signed a distribution agreement whereby RFID TagSource will distribute Tracient’s RFID reader products in the US, Canada and Mexico.

AIM Panel to Provide Healthcare Technology Overview

Experts to Highlight Automatic Identification Solutions at UDI Conference

Fujitsu’s enhanced Imaging Channel Programme promotes more sales for partners

Fujitsu Europe, document imaging scanners and services provider, has announced further development and investment in its Imaging Channel Programme.

NiceLabel helps automate shipments and streamlines GS1 standard compliance in labeling

Euro Plus has recently announced upgrades for the NiceLabel Product range – NiceLabel Standard Series and Developer Series have been updated to Version 5.2.2.

Motorola MC35 tracks Codegate’s Technical Director cycle for o2e children’s charity

Rafe Aldridge, Codegate’s Technical Director and Board Member, joined around 75 other cyclists to raise money for the children’s charity o2e by cycling from central London to Bruges, Belgium.

80% of storage professionals want to manage their IT Director

Research conducted for the upcoming Storage Expo exhibition has revealed the need and desire to have an effective working relationship with their IT Director was further highlighted by the poll revealing that a massive 80% of storage professionals want to learn how to manage their IT Director.

Sophos brings data loss prevention to the mass market

IT security and data protection firm Sophos has introduced new, content-aware Data Loss Prevention technology, to simplify how companies militate against accidental data loss.

BakBone’s NetVault: Backup 8.5 and NetVault: SmartDisk build on company’s new open data protection platform

BakBone Software has launched version 8.5 of its flagship product, NetVault: Backup and new disk-based backup and deduplication options with NetVault: SmartDisk.

Next year Storage Expo will be evolving

Reed Exhibitions presents 360°IT, incorporating Storage Expo, a new event dedicated to the IT community and professionals working to deliver next generation IT Infrastructure.

Datamax-O’Neil’s A-Class Mark II print engine offers powerful features to meet a broad range of applications

Datamax-O’Neil, a global provider of label and receipt printing solutions, has introduced the A-Class Mark II next-generation print engine.

Lexmark launches new solutions-ready, touch screen laser printer

Lexmark International, Inc. has launched a single-function monochrome A4 laser printer with a touch screen, providing businesses the ability to tap into a powerful solutions platform and work more efficiently

CRM Mobility expected to help resellers create customer loyalty

One of the biggest challenges facing resellers is the problem of churn and losing customers to the competition. Resellers need to create added value within their client base in order to secure customer loyalty, especially in the current tough market conditions

Safelite AutoGlass sees clear advantages with LXE

'As soon as possible' is the priority for most customers when they realise they need to replace glass in a vehicle

Varlink EPoS Distributor Digital Brochure

Varlink expands into Retail IT products with the introduction of EPoS Distributor. Download your digital copy of our EPOS brochure now!

The MC70 Shooting Aftermath

Have you ever wondered what a Motorola ‘rugged device’ can really withstand. Felt too cautious to try it out for yourself? Well, don’t throw your device across the room just yet!

DocuWare CONNECT to Notes integrates Groupware with document pool

DocuWare has announced that the new version of the interface DocuWare CONNECT to Notes enhances Notes/Domino systems with convenient archiving and search features

IceWEB launches Cloud Storage Appliances

IceWEB, Inc.has launched the Iplicity Cloud Storage Appliance (CSA) product line

Riello UPS expands ECO energy rating system with new web-based calculator for data centre managers

The new calculator will compare the green credentials of Riello uninterruptible power supplies to competitor systems and the European Code of Conduct for UPS Energy Efficiency

Ipswitch introduces new partner programme

Ipswitch, Inc. File Transfer division has introduced its new global Partner Programme and web portal

SonaSafe email archiving solution enables customers to meet regulatory compliance and eDiscovery requirements

The new offering is said to be an affordable and easy to use solution specifically designed for addressing the pain points of SMB customers

GGP’s Spatial Data GIS supports Microsoft SQL server and Oracle

GGP Systems has launched a new Spatial Data version of its Geographic Information System

TOTALMedia - so much more than Digital Signage

The professional digital signage, kiosk, dynamic and mobile marketing show announced a record number of visitors.

New Citizen printer for more efficient POS applications

Citizen Systems Europe has introduced a new printer designed to speed up Point of Sale applications. The CT-S801 is simple to use, featuring an LCD display and other user friendly features.

Psion Teklogix and Sandpiper to promote Focus ID mobile platform with rugged PDA products

Psion Teklogix has announced systems integrator Sandpiper Corporation as a member of its exclusive Partnership programme.

Casio Presents The New IT-800 Hand-Held Terminal

Casio Electronics Co. Ltd has announced that it will release a new industrial hand-held terminal , the new IT-800, available from October 2009.

BlueStar signs purchase agreement with Impuls ID Distribution

BlueStar, the solutions-based distributor for Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, Mobility, RFID and Security products has signed a definitive purchase agreement with Impuls ID Distribution.

Lithuanian-Swedish lighting manufacturer uses RFID for pallet tracking

Home lighting products manufacturer, Artilux NMF, has improved its internal logistics chain by adopting RFID-technology.

Disaster Recovery set to be a hot topic for 95% of organisations

Storage Expo is coming in mid-October and research conducted by the organisers reveals that virtualised technology is going to be high on the agenda of many attendees.

Honeywell introduce built-in GPS for Dolphin® 7600

Popular 7600 model enhanced with location-based capability.

New handheld terminal makes order taking a simpler process

The OT-100 is a touchscreen wireless ordering terminal designed specifically with mobility in mind for waiters/bar staff to carry around instead of a notepad.

Codegate takes away small business pain of managing mobile workforce for as little as £1 per worker, per day

The solution provides a vantage point - previously normally available only to larger organisations - enabling users to cost effectively monitor, measure and manage their mobile workforce.

ScanSource Europe organises 45-hour WLAN Gaming Party to test Motorola wireless equipment

During the event in Brussels, 2-4 October, 2009, 100 gamers will play a variety of state-of-the-art games in a wireless network built up with Motorola’s best-in-market wireless solutions.

Datamax-O’Neil has introduced the A-Class Mark II next-generation print engine

The A-Class Mark II print engine offers powerful features to meet a broad range of applications.

90% of UK organisations plan to invest in virtualisation

Research conducted for the upcoming Storage Expo exhibition has revealed that 90% of UK organisations have already migrated - or are planning to migrate - to a virtualised environment.

September 2009 digital edition

Retail Special Report: Carpetright ADC: Convenience in motion Print: When does competition stop being healthy? Document Management: Working Together Network Technology: Taking the right steps towards greater energy efficiency

Shotgun blasted MC70

Bjorn Waite tests how rugged his Motorola MC70 is by shooting it with a shotgun!

How technology can drive retail sales and strengthen customer service

Doug Hargrove, Chief Marketing Officer at retail technology expert Torex, provides advice on how retailers can use modern productivity tools to support their business in the current recession and beyond.

Aures unveils Wéo, a WiFi handheld order terminal in a pocket-sized format

Aures offers Wéo by Posligne, a new mobile handheld WiFi terminal allowing waiters, waitresses and staff in any kind of retail outlet or point of service - to note and forward orders remotely.

Datalogic Scanning announces the Magellan 1100i Omni-Directional Imaging Bar Code Scanner

Datalogic Scanning has announced the latest enhancement to the renowned Magellan family of high performance scanners, the Magellan 1100i barcode reader.

Handheld launches new Kenaz DGPS receiver for the Nautiz X7 ultra-rugged PDA

Hemisphere GPS and Handheld jointly introduced a new Kenaz GPS receiver at the InterGeo Conference in Karlsruhe, Germany recently.

Datalogic’s Joya pod for quick shopping installed at the Sassari Conad Superstore

Shopping trips will be even more pleasant due to Joya, the pod by Datalogic introduced recently at the Sassari Conad Superstore in Sardinia.

Alien Technology bolsters Higgs-3(TM) RFID IC security with ‘Dynamic Authentication’

Alien Technology has launched ‘Dynamic Authentication’, another addition to its feature rich Higgs-3 RFID IC, further enhancing data integrity for security, brand protection, and authentication applications.

New modular system for centralized production

Evolishas announced the availability of the new Quantum, a modular printing and encoding system for high-volume and dual-sided card personalization.

TD Azlan wins Worldwide Distributor of the Year and Services Innovator of the Year awards

TD Azlan has ended a great Cisco year earning recognition at worldwide and country levels for the positive and progressive contribution it is making towards developing the channel.

Handheld Group expands its reach into Australia

Handheld have announced its continued global expansion by joining forces with Australian based distributor, AvanTEC Pty Ltd.

Poor payment tops list of business owners’ concerns

Cash flow worries as a result of increasing late payments are causing small businesses the most headaches, according to the latest Economic Downturn Panel survey.

Two-thirds of companies not fully measuring IT value and neglecting competitive advantage

A nine-country survey of 1,217 IT professionals reveals that enterprises worldwide believe they are realising value from their IT investments.

Green shoots or moss?

A timid level economic upturn seem to be in evidence and getting a little stronger and bolder as the weeks pass by. However, these green shoots of recovery need to become firmly established and not simply turn out to be just moss. IT Reseller takes a look at the broader picture...

Letter to the Editor

As use of the Software as a Service model for application delivery gains momentum, growing numbers of VARs and ISVs are looking to evolve from ‘on premise’ suppliers to offering customers a robust and secure managed service option.

Accounting the cost of recession

Crossing the chasm or staring into the abyss? Unfortunately for accountancy and ERP software resellers, the onset of a global recession makes the latter a likely possibility.

Maxatec to introduce new mobile computing device

Maxatec is to introduce a new Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 terminal, the Maxatec HH 8010

UPS Widget Here To Help

UPS is rolling out a new downloadable package tracking tool that combines fun with functionality via the UPS Widget™

Five Essential Elements

Five Essential Networking Elements for Data Centres to Take Advantage of Cloud Computing

Honeywell Dolphin 6100 mobile computer

This entry-level device is stylish, sleek and ultra-lightweight, and is purpose-built for in-store retail and light industrial markets.

Intermec CN50 mobile computer

The Intermec CN50 features slim, compact design means the CN50 can fit inside a shirt pocket, leaving the mobile worker's hands free to do other tasks.

Datalogic’s next-generation Memor mobile computer

Already a proven and popular device in its previous form factor, the next-generation version of the Memor now offers many extra features.

RFID Europe continues moving along with the industry

As RFID moves on, so does the RFID event 'RFID Europe', which takes place in Cambridge UK on 29-30 September.

Datamax-O’Neil’s new E-Class Mark II printers

The new E-Class models take this popular entry-level desktop printer to a significantly higher level of performance, print quality and reliability.

Epson offers resellers up to 50 per cent off selected lasers

Epson has launched a promotion that enables resellers to offer their business customers up to 50 per cent off selected laser printers.

NEC Display Solutions is adding the NP3250 series to its range of projectors.

Unique stacking solution, presents bright networkable projectors for a huge range of applications.

Barcode imager designed for kiosks and turnstiles

Access IS has introduced a barcode imager designed to fit quickly and easily into public kiosks, visitor turnstiles at events, and retail point-of-sale equipment.

Psion Teklogix wins inclusion into The Barcode Warehouse Mobile Managed Services Portfolio

This offering provides customers with a fully managed wraparound service to support both barcode and mobility systems.

BlueStar signs distribution agreement with Intermec

The partnership significantly strengthens Intermec's Latin American reseller network and broadens the footprint of its complete product portfolio.

New Getac ultra rugged GPS handheld makes it's debut at SME

Offering a variety of features including; a built-in 3 megapixel auto-focus camera, altimeter, E-compass, extended battery life, real-time voice and data communications, and up to 12 Gigabytes of storage.

Wonderware Named Technology Innovator of the Year by Intermec

The award recognizes Wonderware as an Intermec partner that demonstrates the innovative use of Intermec technology to deliver productive supply chain solutions.

Symbion Power takes mobile computing to the skies with Motion tablet PCs

Motion Computing has announced that Symbion Power is using Motion tablet PCs to improve aerial line inspection efficiency and effectiveness.

DocuLex provides affordable online document access and management

DocuLex has launched its Archive Studio program as a software as a service (SaaS) option, online Web-based content management.

Motorola MC9500 rugged mobile computer

Motorola, Inc. has launched the MC9500 - a premium industrial-class handheld device to further increase productivity, streamline operations and reduce total cost of ownership.

Riverina Regional Library uses RFID technology to improve customer service

The Riverina Regional Library is using UPM Raflatac RFID tags to optimise the management of its expanding collections.

One in Eight Brits Falling Victim to Online ID Fraud

VeriSign Fraud Index reveals online criminals in the UK stole £2.61* billion in the last year

New Datalogic Memor™: All in one, Everywhere

Datalogic Memor™, the new pocket sized mobile computer from Datalogic Mobile, conquers the retail world: this “full optional” solution has already become a retail favourite for both outdoor mobility and in-store applications

Channel management strategies when times are tough

Companies across the board are reducing headcount, experiencing unprecedented price, brand, and market share erosion, and dealing with excess capacity and double-digit decreases in sales, all of which have resulted in retailer and supplier bankruptcies.

IT Reseller reviews Datalogic’s next-generation Memor mobile computer

In order to keep on top of their game in an increasingly competitive and mission critical environment, modern retailers need to optimize a raft of different processes; everything from inventory level control, shelf replenishment and price verification or adjustment in the store, to speedy communication, data transfer and route management in the field. But is it possible to handle all these diverse operational disciplines using a single, user-friendly mobile unit?

Sharp launches new high performance printers

Sharp has launched a range of affordable, high performance black and white multifunctional printers (MFPs) aimed at helping medium to large-sized businesses improve their workflows.

New in DocuWare 5.1: Sending Documents as PDFs Directly Out of Web Client

With the current version of DocuWare Web Client, documents can be sent per e-mail directly out of the browser-based application.

Handheld launches the all new ultra-rugged PDA Nautiz X7

Handheld has announced the worldwide premier of the ultra-rugged Nautiz X7 PDA. The IP67 rated Nautiz X7 is an ultra-rugged PDA with a very fast processor and includes many advanced integrated features.

The Handheld Group and Getac Technology Corporation enters into strategic partnership

The two companies have jointly announced the beginning of a strategic partnership to expand rugged handheld business.

Positive trend continues for DocuWare

Despite the current economic climate, the DocuWare Group continued to perform well last year during the first half of 2009. The US subsidiary reported strongest revenue growth worldwide.

Print barcode and RFID labels using XML

Tharo Systems, Inc. provides an easy solution for printing barcode and RFID labels using XML enabled enterprise systems.

Maxatec enters into distribution agreement with Group Sense Mobile-Tech

Maxatec has signed an agreement with Group Sense Mobile-Tech (GSML), Hong Kong, to distribute its range of mobile computing devices in the UK.

3M Launches New Era of Pocket Projection

Next generation pocket projectors raise the bar in terms of size, style, brightness, connectivity, battery life, sound and so much more

NEC’s Green Vision for a sustainable information society

With its Green Vision campaign, NEC Display Solutions EMEA is bringing together all its long term environmental commitments into a single powerful message.

Using merchandise visibility to gain operational insight from source to store

Several studies show that retailers’ inventory numbers are accurate only 35 - 45% of the time. This means that retailers manage their inventory based on data that is wrong far more often than it is right.

Zetes helps Premier Foods’ Hovis Division find recipe for supply chain improvement

Zetes has won a significant contract with Premier Foods’ Hovis Division to provide a traceability solution to improve its manufacturing and distribution processes.

Getac unveils new RFID tracking & management system

GETAC Technology Corp. has launched a new RFID tracking & management system, developed to offer customers a total solution for accurately tracking assets, equipment, goods or personnel in real-time.

Intermec expanded rugged mobile printer family now shipping

Intermec has announced that the new PB21, PB22, PB31, PB32, PB50 and PB51 rugged mobile printers are now available in EMEA.

LXE introduces MX9 family of ultra-rugged data collection computers

LXE Inc. has launched the MX9 and MX9CS, ultra-rugged handheld computers, designed for use in a wide array of heavy industrial and outdoor data collection environments.

Sourced Market select VoiteQ’s VPoS solution

Opening the first market of its kind in a British train station, Sourced Market has opened its first permanent market inside St Pancras International.

Canon introduces CaptureOnTouch for document scanning simplicity

Canon UK has launched its CaptureOnTouch software tool to increase user productivity by simplifying the document scanning process.

Honeywell announces Dolphin® 9500 Trade-in program

Incentive Available for 9500 Customers Upgrading to the 9900—Honeywell’s Most Advanced Data Capture and Wireless Communication Device.

VIDEO: Honeywell Dolphin 6100 rugged mobile computer

Retailers today have to manage a multitude of tasks; from reliable customer service, to inventory management, regular price checks and the list goes on. To undertake such activities efficiently and effectively, more and more retail businesses are recognising the benefits of modern mobile computing solutions. IT Reseller reviews one recently launched device that is certainly fit for purpose, Honeywell’s Dolphin 6100.

Datamax-O'Neil launches new generation of E-Class Mark II desktop barcode printers

Why do 62% of all IT projects miss their deadline?

According to a study conducted by Market Dynamics, 62% of all IT projects miss their deadlines. This worrying statistic was accompanied by the revelation that 49% of projects go over budget and 41% fail to deliver the benefits that were expected. But this doesn’t have to be the case...

Storage Expo: free advice and seminars will make even your CFO smile

Let's face it, in these recessionary times, we need all the IT help we can get. And whilst good IT advice usually costs, organisations of all sizes can now get the advice they need free of charge, thanks to a revitalised education and seminar programme at Storage Expo 2009.

Ryzex announces contest to find oldest working barcode device

Winner receives free Psion Teklogix mobile handheld computer.

ScanSource Europe Partner Tour moves into new territory

Following on from the successful events held earlier in 2009, the Partner Tour will continue into the second half of the year and beyond, with six further dates planned.

How understanding your data is the first step to managing it

The economic downturn means that IT spend, now more than ever, is under scrutiny and as such it is crucial to optimise IT investment and manage and use information efficiently.

Zebra Enterprise Solutions partner programme

RFID Global Solution, Inc. and Zebra Enterprise Solutions partner to offer customers a broad array of technology.

Two-thirds of companies not fully measuring IT value and neglecting competitive advantage

A nine-country survey of 1,217 IT professionals reveals that enterprises worldwide believe they are realising value from their IT investments.

Fujitsu research reveals retailers have reined in IT spending but no further budget cuts expected

Research commissioned by Fujitsu has revealed that retailers are continuing to tighten their belts in light of the current economic climate, with 95% expecting the recession to last up to another two years.

Portable Citizen printers help SEG Data take banking to the customer

Citizen’s compact PD24 printer is allowing SEG’s customers to print a wide range of documentation quickly and discretely at the point of contact.

Luxury brand Jaeger selects the stylish and ruggedised Casio IT-600 terminal

The Casio IT-600 was chosen for its large 3.7” VGA colour screen, stylish looks, optional trigger grip and camera.

RFID in the Fashion Business

When IDTechEx first published the popular report “Apparel RFID 2009-2019”, it was able to profile 60 brand owners and retailers involved as well as detailing many uses throughout the apparel supply chain, including the widespread use of RFID in laundry.

Acronis offers partners opportunity to win up to £100,000

Acronis has launched a new partner incentive designed to increase reseller margins by up to 30 % by protecting and rewarding business opportunities.

DocuLex Archive Studio's Office Capture 4 upgrade

DocuLex Archive Studio's Office Capture 4 upgrade enhances document imaging and content management for small business and departmental use.

BAA select the Casio IT-600 for UK airport consumer surveys

We are now in the holiday season! If you are travelling through one of BAA's UK airports, you may be asked some questions about customer satisfaction.

Varlink enhances standard warranty on Pidion PDAs

Varlink has increased the warranty period on Pidion (Bluebird) BIP-5000 & 6000 series enterprise class PDAs

Didital storage specialist launches new hardware encryption devices

iStorage, a leading specialist of portable data storage devices and digital encryption, has launched a new range of devices offering real time hardware encryption.

Understanding the value of outsourcing network security services

This white paper will examine the many new challenges that are facing today’s network owners, the pros and cons of using in-house resources and outsourcing for your network assessment and day-to-day monitoring, as well as guidelines to help select and maximize the value of outside resources.

Wireless automotive connectivity

Benefits of wireless automotive connectivity technologies fuel uptake of connectivity technologies in Europe, says Frost & Sullivan

Companies are confusing supplier performance with supplier relationships

Many organisations see supplier relationship management (SRM) as a process focused on monitoring the performance of their suppliers, rather than as a collaborative, two-way relationship that can deliver value for both parties.

Direct Dispatch: A question of balance

Direct Dispatch (also commonly referred to as ‘Drop Ship’) is an important weapon in the armoury for retailers.

PR100 portable GEN2 RFID reader

Tharo Systems, Inc has introduced its new UHF Generation 2 RFID reader for under $1,000.

Remotely managed printers

Datamax-O’Neil portable printers can now be remotely managed with Motorola’s Mobility Services Platform

Has the credit crunch killed your green agenda?

Mark Beauchamp, European marketing manager for Citizen Systems Europe, highlights the need for resellers to keep sight of their environmental responsibilities in the recession, and explains how a green approach can strengthen a business when times are tough.

Four days to spare!

Amethyst Group Closes Accounts Four Days Sooner with Version One Integrated into SunSystems

Multi-million pound O2 SIM deal secures Masternaut Three X and wireless logic partnership

Telematics company Masternaut Three X has signed a multi-million pound deal for O2 SIM cards with Wireless Logic, specialists in SIM based communications.

Attraction of cloud computing will increase the risk card data breaches

Reports that a major data breach at Network Solutions – potentially impacting more than 570,000 cardholders around the world – is almost certainly the result of cloud computing.

Tandberg’s appointment of Azlan ‘to open up high growth video conferencing opportunities to more VARs’

The agreement provides Azlan, and itsEuropean network of resellers, the ability to meet the growing demand for enterprise-wide and B2B visual solutions.

Fully integrated RFID system

Ha-VIS RFID from HARTING is a fully integrated radio frequency identification (RFID) system that offers a high degree of flexibility to simplify implementation.

AIM Announces Campaign to Spur Growth

Association Unveils New Member Opportunities and Structure to Ignite Market for Automatic Identification and Mobility Solutions.

Tracient Technologies’ handheld RFID readers used for recycling bin distribution.

If you don’t put your recycling bin out that’s only your problem right? Wrong. It’s the Council’s problem as well because they pay for the bin’s collection whether it was emptied or not.

Mind your data

Computer users should take steps to strengthen the protection of personal information on laptops and PCs

Dublin Airport hires SITA as master systems integrator

SITA has been awarded a major contract by the Dublin Airport Authority to act as Systems Integrator for the airport’s new €395 million Terminal Two.

Maginus showcases powerful multi-channel solutions at ECMOD 2009

Maginus will be using the 2009 ECMOD Exhibition to demonstrate the new Microsoft Dynamics point of sale solution, POS 2009

New quality standards in power supply

Emerson Network Power ‘provides new quality standards in power supply’ with Liebert AF filter.

Data leakage - planning to fail

After the loss, in a pub car park, of a memory stick containing information said to give access to government tax and benefits records, Gordon Brown declared: "I think it's important to recognise that we can't promise that every single item of information will always be safe because mistakes are made by human beings."

Vocollect's growth plans for 2009

Vocollect receives positive financial investment to support 2009 growth and expansion plans.

Innovation drives UK plc confidence in outsourcing

Despite estimates that the UK economy will contract by 3.5% this year, confidence in outsourcing remains strong.

Strategic deployment of Vehicle Telematics

Cybit Telematics ‘enables public sector organisations to increase efficiency’ - in line with new Government Targets

"We're all in this together" say women in technology

There are many changes that need to take place to make women a more powerful force in the IT industry, but this is something that needs support from all sides including men, women, the government and the business world.

VIDEO: Pattie Maes demos the Sixth Sense Technology

Could we evolve or develop a sixth sense. A sense that would give us seamless access and easy access to meta-information or information that may exist somewhere that may be relevant to help us make the right decision about whatever it is that we're coming across.

Intermec CN3 chosen by Hermes

Hermes, the UK home delivery courier company, has selected the Intermec CN3 mobile computer to support its nationwide network of “lifestyle” couriers.

Scott Air Force Base Medical Centre uses RFID

AssetPulse deploys RFID-enabled asset tracking solution at Scott Air Force Base for tracking IT assets.

Lumison turns to MindGenius

UK Internet service provider Lumison is using the MindGenius V2 business mapping tool to tackle the complex business challenges of its clients.

Brother backs resellers as its colour champions

Brother is aiming to make a major impact in the colour print market through an integrated print and online sales and marketing campaign designed specifically for its reseller partners.

Varlink brings Zebra educational portal to IT resellers & system integrators

This site contains comprehensive product and application knowledge and is designed to help resellers gain the knowledge they need to sell the Zebra product range into existing markets which they already serve.

Money-go-round

IT Reseller spoke with a number of leading VARs and vendors about POS and kiosk technology, where the main uptake is among the key market verticals, and how these systems can make life more convenient for the consumer.

VIDEO: Dairy Crest Improves Operational Efficiencies with Intermec Wireless Infrastructure

Dairy Crest settled on an Intermec wireless solution for its primary distribution center.

Set up an online presence in a reseller capacity

ePages introduces e-commerce technology for affiliate shops.

Blackroc and M3 Mobile distribution agreement helps resellers to survive tough economic climate

With a full range of features, the addition of the M3 series to Blackroc’s portfolio will enable it to offer hardware solutions to resellers at every price point.

Box Technologies Signs Distributor Agreement with Nordic ID

Box Technologies will partner Nordic ID in the UK to market and support their extensive range of Nordic ID handheld devices including the ever popular RF601/ RF651 and new Morphic product.

The Complete NiceLabel Product Range Updated

Euro Plus sparked a wave of interest with its recent release of NiceWatch Enterprise Business Connector.

Future of the Desktop

One of the most important parts of the IT infrastructure is the desktop. Nick Martin and Rhys Sharp of SCC suggest how companies can keep this area up-to-date while still cutting costs. Decisions around which direction to go are influenced by many factors.

Upgraded Casio DT-X30

Casio have announced that their DT-X30 hand-held terminal rating has been upgraded to IP67.

Toshiba TEC, Norprint and Opticon join forces to provide Tesco suppliers with an approved solution

Toshiba TEC has joined forces with Norprint and Opticon to provide a Tesco-approved Advanced Shipping Notification/Serial Shipping Container Code (ASN/SSCC) labelling solution.

honeywell introduces sleek ultra-lightweight mobile computer

Dolphin 6100 Purpose-Built for In-Premise Applications

Ryzex attains LXE Premier Partner level in North America

This relationship represents an alliance that will extend the availability, efficiency and impact of mission-critical data collection barcode solutions.

The devil in the detail

The explosion in BlackBerry and smartphone use is posing a real challenge for businesses trying to enforce email policies and legal disclaimers, says Andrew Millington, CEO of Exclaimer.

Dakota Integrated Solutions signs partnership agreement with Psion Teklogix

The agreement combines the Dakota Integrated Solutions ‘Mobius’ mobility product set with Psion Teklogix rugged devices enabling business users to deploy complex mobile applications.

Citizen printers make labelling quick and simple for children’s labelling franchise

Citizen Systems Europe has helped Astro Labels to develop a successful business that produces personalised labels for children’s belongings.

Honeywell appoints Peter Howes

Honeywell has appointed Peter Howes as Sales Leader for Honeywell Scanning & Mobility in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

UKTI connects UK and China technology companies

A delegation of Chinese Government officials and technology companies will spend a week in the UK looking for British technology expertise for future trade and business partnership opportunities.

Construction Company Builds for the Future with Version One Systems

Dawnus Construction will be improving purchase-to-pay efficiency by implementing document imaging and data capture software from Version One.

Extech Instruments Introduces the Apex 4

Lightweight, Wearable, Easy To Use, Cost-Effective 4” Portable Thermal Printer.

Filing cabinets!

More than half of UK organisations losing out on benefits of document management solutions.

Spirit's partnership with Toshiba extends its grip on the healthcare sector

Spirit Data Capture Limited has become a Value Added Reseller for TOSHIBA TEC Europe.

IBM keeps the European horticultural industry blooming

The project is the largest of its kind in the horticulture business.

Brother boosts back to school sales with consumer competition campaign

Brother is giving its reseller partners a strong sales hook into the lucrative Back to School market with a new handheld labeller.

UK consumers clamour to print and prosper

Just two months after launching a campaign exposing the extent to which consumers have been over-paying for ink Kodak has seen a dramatic increase in both value and volume sales of its All-in-One Inkjet printer range.

Partner Tech UK to release mobile ordering terminal

Partner Tech UK has announced that its revolutionary handheld touch-screen ordering terminal will be ready for distribution at the end of July.

Varlink expands into retail IT products

Varlink has announced that it has expanded its product range to facilitate entry into the retail IT market.

Valtra automates material flows with RFID

Valtra has automated the material supply process and material buffer management with RFID at its’ Suolahti tractor manufacturing plant.

Adding value is key to e-tail success

How much longer can businesses survive in the retail space without dipping a toe in the e-tail pool?

Murata's RFID chip slashes manufacturing cost for RFID tags

Murata Electronics has announced a tiny RFID chip that will substantially reduce manufacturing complexity and costs for paper tag inlays in asset tracking, retail and supply chain management applications.

Sharp launches new affordable printers

Sharp has launched its new range of A4 monochrome desktop printers, designed for everyday use in the workplace.

Jade Communications partners with Psion Teklogix

Jade will now offer Psion Teklogix' comprehensive range of mobile computing technology as part of its solutions.

Mezeo Software and iomart Group partner to deliver cloud storage services

Mezeo Software Corp, has announced that iomart Group plc has selected the Mezeo Cloud Storage Platform for its implementation of a cloud-based distributed solution.

Eurotech launches Aurora

The Aurora supercomputer breaks the rules by removing the bottlenecks that limit the performance, efficiency and scalability of traditional systems

Poor work practices are leading to an increased risk of identity fraud

The vast majority of organisations are still photocopying documents containing sensitive data, increasing the risk of lost information and identity fraud.

Toshiba TEC is certified for Gen 2 UHF RFID modules

Toshiba TEC has announced that its UHF Gen 2 RFID modules and Auto ID printer range is now EPCglobal certified in Europe, North America, Australia, Japan and China.

June 2009 digital edition

VAR/Vendor Analysis: POS and kiosk technology ADC: Better insight Print: Has the downturn killed 'green'? Document Management: Boosting business efficiency Telecoms: Award winner Networking: Driving power continuity

Blazepoint praised for part in educational experience

Blazepoint helps Pete Goss MBE throughout his epic sailing voyage by providing him with its ndura Rugged laptop and aiding him in his support of the educational charity, ‘Playing For Success.’

Bolton Wanderers FC scores with extra security

To help improve security at the club BWFC decided to implement a new IT security infrastructure and managed IT service that would compliment and enhance overall club security.

e-Retail storms ahead through recession

With internet shopper numbers at an all time high and online spending growing by £2.4 billion in 2009, e-Retail is proving to be a star performer in the recession

Datalogic Mobile Online RMA: RETURN WITH A CLICK!

Datalogic Mobile has launched the Online RMA (Return Materials Authorisation), a new service programme tool where users can save time, reduce errors, control process and protect assets.

Cloud Confusion Amongst IT Professionals

The findings of a survey has revealed that 41% of senior IT professionals admit that they “don’t know” what cloud computing is.

Full-colour POS printer

Primera's full-colour POS printer 'prints full-colour coupons, tickets, name badges and receipts in just seconds each'

No real recovery until 2010, but economy now more stable

The UK economy is stabilising, with the worst of the quarterly falls in GDP behind us, but it will take until the beginning of next year before we see a return to growth, according to the CBI.

Survey reveals 20% of IT Cheat on Audits to get them passed

Plus Recession sees more companies buying equipment from online auction sites.

DocuLex has launched the Archive Studio component Goby Capture V5

DocuLex Archive Studio's Goby Capture V5 facilitates automated document imaging, knowledge management and workflow collaboration

Eurotech's industrial quad band 3G/GPRS data router

The rugged ZyWAN offers a secure and robust connection across GSM/GPRS/3G, CDMA mobile data networks.

UPS from AEG Power Solutions - fast delivery and full support

AEG Power Solutions offers fast delivery of high reliability, cost effective UPS solutions for Electrical Contractors and Installers.

Cybertill signs reseller partnership with ScanSource Europe

The new relationship will see IBM hardware supplied as part of a Cybertill solution to retailers in the UK and internationally.

Intermec advanced rugged 3G mobile computers launched

Intermec has introduced the CN50 and CN4 advanced, rugged 3G Wireless WAN (WWAN) mobile computers for field mobility applications.

NHS Supply Chain to improve its product information

GS1 UK has announced that NHS Supply Chain has signed up to the GS1 UK Data Pool to synchronise product data with its suppliers.

Maxatec distributes SAMMI Information Systems products

Maxatec has extended its range of mobile computing devices by distributing SAMMI Information Systems' portable products in the UK

Janam's new XG Series gun-shaped rugged mobile computer available from Varlink

Varlink will offer Janam's XG100, the new Windows CE 6.0, rugged IP64 gun-shaped mobile computer that scans barcodes and communicates wirelessly.

Three quarters of UK businesses believe Government can’t tackle software piracy

A shocking 72% of business leaders believe that the Government has lost the battle against software piracy, according to a survey of 350 business leaders.

New OLC15 V touchscreen by POSLIGNE®:

Freeing up additional space at the cash desk!

New global partnership for J2 Retail Systems and Agilysys

Agilysys makes J2 hardware a new option for EPoS solution sales.

What IT Customers Can Learn from Charles Darwin

Customers tend to view IT systems as a cost rather than an investment according to Sami Saoudi operations director of software developer MMCC consultants.

InfoPrint launches new colour workgroup solutions

These latest models boast high performance, increased flexibility, improved functionality and enhanced sustainability features.

UK distributor scraps delivery charges

Storage and multimedia distributor CCI Distribution is scrapping delivery charges on all web orders over £500 to give its resellers some well-earned respite from the pressures of the credit crunch.

Codegate Mobility Solution to monitor waste movements

Codegate has been awarded a contract with the Environment Agency for the delivery of its enterprise mobility solution.

'Leave the laptop behind'

Simple and fast USB Memory Stick-PDA data transfers with Elan Digital's SD Mobidapter.

All-in-one application for distributed capture scanning

Kodak ‘raises the bar in the distributed capture market’ with new bundled scanning software – Capture Desktop.

Security and Data Protection

New solution addresses organisations’ data loss concerns and compliance requirements

Feeling secure?

73% of companies believe they are vulnerable to hacking.

J2 Retail Systems enters Sub-Saharan African market

J2 Retail Systems (J2), has entered into a partnership with Star POS South Africa (Pty) Limited (Star) for the exclusive distribution of its products in sub-Saharan Africa.

Kwik Fit Mobile to implement Telematics technology from Cybit

Cybit has been selected to provide Kwik Fit Mobile's 200 tyre-fitting vehicles with web-based fleet tracking.

LXE adds Windows Mobile 6.1 to the MX8

LXE Inc. has announced that the MX8 rugged handheld computer will include the Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system.

Belgravium helps the English Provender Company pickle with passion

Think ‘pickle with passion’ and you will be close to understanding the values that drive the English Provender Company.

Certified Partner for Motorola's TEAM VoWLAN Technology

Jade Communications has been appointed the UK's Certified Partner for Motorola's Total Enterprise Access and Mobility (TEAM) VoWLAN (Voice over Wireless LAN) solutions.

NiceLabel Redefines ERP and Complex Business System Labeling

After a decade of development and innovation, NiceLabel makes its greatest leap in answering the calls of its most prominent users.

Confidence starting to return to logistics market

The latest results of Ti’s Global Logistics Business Confidence Index have shown a significant return of optimism to the market.

Winn-Dixie scans drivers’ licences with Datalogic handheld imagers

Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. is among the latest companies to select the Gryphon 2D Plus Imager for use in its 520-store Southeastern chain in the US.

Intermec advanced rugged 3G mobile computers launched

Intermec has introduced the CN50 and CN4 advanced, rugged 3G Wireless WAN (WWAN) mobile computers for field mobility applications. Both products enable customers to leverage enterprise mobility applications with higher data exchange requirements, and offer a range of features designed to maximise mobile worker productivity, uptime, and on-the-route service

New technology Naxfer proves size really doesn’t matter

Farnex Technologies recently launched Naxfer to the UK market and reportedly received an exceptional response to the new file transfer and encryption technology.

Selex awards rugged tablet contract to Blazepoint

The ndura rugged Tactical Tablet is being adopted as the heart of a mobile target acquisition system.

New printer from Evolis ‘brings your cards to life’

Evolis has launched a compact and powerful monochrome printer that is claimed to be able to erase and print up to 500 times the same card.

Easy creation of identification cards

Zebra Technologies unveils QuikCard ID solution for fast, easy creation of identification cards.

Cortado streamlines remote document management

BlackBerry Enterprise Server 5.0 now includes file access for documents behind a company's firewall.

DocuWare launches new live demo online

A new multimedia presentation visually demonstrates how simple it is to enhance SAP with powerful archiving and document management tools.

Integrate real-time RFID data with SAP enterprise

Checkpoint Systems’ RFID solution brings real-time asset tracking and merchandise visibility solutions to SAP customers.

BOWE BELL + HOWELL now shipping new production scanner

Ngenuity, a new production scanner that helps users across industries digitise a wide range of documents

Azlan and Devon IT bring new desktop virtualisation potential to European resellers

Brother ‘offers new opportunities for resellers’

Office technology manufacturer, Brother, now offers duplex printing as standard across its latest range of mono-laser multifunction machines.

Datalogic Mobile and Varlink strengthen distribution agreements

Varlink, the York based distributor of Mobile Computing and Data Computing and Data Capture products, has been appointed as the in country distributor for Datalogic Mobile for the UK.

Motorola enables the mobile enterprise with Voice-over-Wireless-LAN solution

Motorola, Inc. has announced the forthcoming availability of its Total Enterprise Access and Mobility (TEAM) Voice-over-Wireless Local Area Networks.

Web Filtering Solution Excels at School

Bloxx has announced that Hampton School is using Tru-View Technology to monitor and regulate Internet access for its 200 staff and 1100 students.

ABBYY announces comprehensive SDK designed specifically for data capture integration

ABBYY has announced its FlexiCapture Engine 8.0, a new software development kit (SDK) for integrating data and document capture technologies in Windows-based applications.

Unresponsive data centres can lead to supply chain chaos

Richardson Eyres’ study highlights the need for retailers to ensure IT supports business continuity policies.

New Lexmark laser printers

The new devices enable large and mid-size workgroups to efficiently enhance business-critical documents with colour.

Hallis Hudson's warehouse throughput up by 20%

BEC implemented its revolutionary new E_Smart data-capture system into Hallis Hudson’s warehouse increasing productivity by 20% and saving thousands of pounds.

New On Line Order System from Datalogic

Being part of the New Value Channel Programme, the new On Line Order System is accessible by a simple and intuitive click on EaseOfService tool.

An impressive feat in today’s market conditions

Almost 3,300 visitors attend KIOSK EUROPE EXPO 2009 and DIGITAL SIGNAGE EXPO 2009

Datalogic Joya - Enhanced Shopping Experience

Joya is the exclusive new pod for Self-Shopping, cutting-edge technology with advanced performance, incredibly simple to use for shoppers of any age.

RFID technology will be used in billions of things in our world

10 billion RFID computer chips were used by Wal-Mart alone last year.

RFID technology will be used in billions of things in our world

10 billion RFID computer chips were used by Wal-Mart alone last year.

Raising the bar on added value

In the second of or two-part report, IT Reseller again talks with a group of leading resellers/VARs about a number of critical issues surrounding Auto ID systems and related service provision.

Wipro launches hosted document management solution

Wipro Technologies has launched the Hosted Document Management solution - a cost effective enterprise document management offering based on the Software as a Service (SaaS) model.

Survey Reveals Workaholics now working 2-6 hours a week in bed

Survey uncovers a staggering number of obsessed workers are taking their laptops to bed, much to their partners annoyance

World’s largest distributor becomes a J2 partner

Ingram Micro Systems appointed to distribute J2 Retail Systems EPoS

Spirit boosts its range with Cognex

Spirit Data Capture has become a distributor of handheld ID readers from the Cognex Corporation.

New Nautiz eTicket rugged PDA gives public transportation advanced electronic ticketing capabilities

The Handheld Group has introduced the new Nautiz eTicketrugged PDA with an integrated smart card reader.

The market for speech applications in mobile computing expected to triple by 2014

As individuals around the world become more accustomed to using mobile computing devices in hands-busy, eyes-busy environments, the market for speech recognition technologies within these devices is expected to gain considerable traction within the next five years.

New DLP drive launched by Origin Storage

The Data Locker Secure Drive gives users peace of mind in the event that that their data storage device is lost or stolen.

SMEs cut hardware spend before anything else as they turn to the web to weather the recession

According to a recent report, small and medium size businesses would cut investment in IT hardware, software and support before they would consider reducing the quality of their internet connection.

Automatic ID Industry Honors Excellence at 2009 Leadership Summit

Five Individuals Recognized for Outstanding Contributions to the Automatic Identification and Mobility Industry

New rugged tablet computer from Trimble

Varlink is delighted to introduce the Trimble YumaTM rugged tablet computer.

RFID - truth and fiction

With the price of RFID tags coming down, more and more companies are investigating the benefits this technology can bring. However, with growing interest also comes scepticism and scaremongering.

Version One’s Re-sellers Toast Success at Annual Partner Day Awards

Version One presented eight awards to partner companies and individuals who demonstrated sales achievements and commitment to the re-selling of Version One’s products.

HONEYWELL releases first mobile computer with disinfectant-ready Housing

New materials make the Dolphin® 9900hc resilient to liquids and solvents common in healthcare environments

New handheld computer Hydrus Luna features true Xenon Flash System

Two Technologies introduces the Hydrus Luna, an ultra-rugged and powerful handheld computer designed for long-term daily operation in the harshest working conditions.

Palletline and Belgravium buck the recessionary trend

Companies persevering with progressive plans for expansion and securing operational efficiencies can make even greater competitive gains during an economic downturn.

Honeywell offers Naurtech CETerm software

Honeywell has announced the availability of Naurtech’s CETerm web browser and terminal emulation software for direct purchase from Honeywell.

Printronix and TallyGenicom AG reach final agreement

Under Terms, Printronix will acquire from TallyGenicom AG intellectual property and sales distribution rights for all TallyGenicom’s line matrix and laser printer, supplies and consumables business

Version One Expands into America and Introduces New UK General Manager

Version One have announced their expansion into America and the appointment of Julian Buck as the companies UK’s new General Manager.

Software firms remain positive about Europe

Senior executives in internationally dynamic software firms say that the current economic crisis will not significantly affect their European business models.

US missile launch data on eBay hard drive

The hard drive reportedly contained the launch procedures for a US military air defence system.

Implement Document Management to survive recession

Document management can act as a powerful catalyst in helping businesses to streamline their operations and cut costs.

Lexmark to offer personalised service to retailers and resellers

Lexmark has launched a new team of territory managers who will focus on supporting the channel to help drive their businesses forward.

Wavelink EMEA partner of the year 2008

Ryzex, has been named the 2008 Partner of the Year for the Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) region by Wavelink Corporation.

CUPS drivers for Tharo H-Series printers

Tharo Systems has developed a Common UNIX Printing System based printer driver.

IT innovation braves the recession

Two thirds of companies see the economic downturn as an opportunity to invest in new IT projects

Breaking the mould to survive the crunch

Why the channel must embrace a new business model to sell IT

Open Text acquires Vizible Corporation

The addition of Vizible expands Open Text’s fast growing set of Digital Media solutions.

New Xerox DocuMate 700 versatile A3 scanning solution

Visioneer and Xerox has lauched the latest addition to the DocuMate Scanner range.

Outsourcing might be the answer – but what’s the question?

There are many reasons why organisations decide to outsource, and more often than not it’s a question of cost. However, there can be other drivers.

Wavetrend announces RFID reader compatibility

Wavetrend Technologies has announced that its readers are fully compatible with Microsoft BizTalk Server 2009.

Canon introduces new low volume production scanner range

The new series of A3 production scanners incorporates higher scanning speeds with improved ergonomic design and energy efficiency.

April 2009 digital edition

VAR Analysis: Auto ID part 2 ADC: Myths and realities of RFID Print: Tough times call for a new approach Document Management: Keeping lean Telecoms: Scoring success Networking: Lowering total cost of ownership

Moving Closer To The Paperless Office

The paperless office has been talked about for a long time, yet never seems to even start to become a reality in almost any sector of business.

Trident in-vehicle printer is easy to install and integrate

A new mobile printer/plotter from Trident offers a host of new features to simplify in-vehicle installation, and offer easier integration into mobile computing systems.

Citizen Systems Europe expands distribution network with Jarltech

Their co-operation in Germany was made possible through Jarltech’s acquisition of former Citizen distributor, Data Cash GmbH, in early February.

Avnet Technology Solutions picks up Brocade award for 4th year in a row

For the fourth year running Avnet Technology Solutions has been recognised for its distribution excellence at the annual Brocade Partner Summit in Nice.

Business Starts at Home

Everyone knows that business is having a tough time right now. That accepted, why is it that our own government contracts are going overseas when they should be handled here in the UK. According to Mark Ogier of MMCC Consultants in Milton Keynes, UK companies are missing out as the government tries to save money by giving contracts away.

ScanSource Europe creates industry portal for resellers in Eastern Europe

All the information on ScanSource’s range of value-added services, from logistics to financing to technical support, is on www.scansource.eu in Czech, Polish and Hungarian.

Motorola delivers highly rugged hands-free imager

Motorola, Inc. has announced the RS507 hands-free Imager, a combination of technology, form and function that businesses need to achieve new levels of scanning efficiencies.

TOSHIBA TEC and Nordic ID in alliance to provide fast track to wireless productivity

The alliance will provide significant wireless and mobile telecommunications solutions for retail, manufacturing, healthcare, warehousing and security industries.

IT security gets a boost as survey shows spending up

A survey by Infosecurity Europe has found that spending on Information security is likely to increase

Epson adds Synaxon UK partner list

Synaxon UK has signed an official supplier agreement with Epson UK adding further strength to the group’s growing list of UK vendor partners.

New Worldwide Scanstore offers Psion Teklogix NEO to channel

NEO will be added to the portfolio of Auto ID solutions offered by a new company and website being launched by Worldwide in May called Worldwide Scanstore.

Survey reveals 37% of workers would hand-over company secrets for £1m

Especially now that employee loyalty is at an all time low, with a third of workers saying they felt a lot less loyal towards their employers than they did a year ago.

No respite for small businesses in the 2009 Budget

The Forum of Private Business is concerned that the 2009 Budget has failed to address the main issues threatening the UK’s struggling small businesses.

Extech introduces Apex 2 thermal printer

Extech Instruments has introduced the Apex 2 Direct Thermal Printer, the newest addition to the company’s Apex series of thermal receipt printers.

Psion Teklogix electrifies E.ON with 350 Ikôns

Psion Teklogix has supplied a major order of 350 Ikôn rugged PDAs to E.ON Central Networks that will help to enhance the company’s field service activities.

The Evolis Tattoo2 color printer

New features and extended warranty...

Nordic ID strengthens partnership with Summit

Nordic ID, has announced a strategic alliance with Summit Data Communications, a leading provider of embedded Wi-Fi solutions for mobile devices.

Kaiser’s Tengelmann rolls out Nordic ID mobile computers throughout its branch network

Nordic ID PL3000 offers WLAN Roaming, remote maintenance and one-hand operation

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics extends use of Open Text

Lockheed Martin Aeronautics has extended its use of Open Text’s Digital Asset Management (DAM) solution to manage graphics and rich media content for F-35 Lightning.

Security policies should now include Twitter, says new guide from Network Box

Business should review their security policies to include Twitter, according to a guide from Network Box.

Fortinet appoints Bell Micro as new distributor

Following sustained market growth, this latest appointment is set to further Fortinet’s penetration into the UK market.

New channel programme for StorMagic and VMware partners

StorMagic, a fast-growing developer of iSCSI SAN management software for virtualised server environments, has announced details of its enhanced channel partner programme.

InfoPrint Solutions launches monochrome MFPs

InfoPrint Solutions Company, a joint venture between IBM and Ricoh, has launched the InfoPrint 1930 MFP and InfoPrint 1940 MFP monochrome printers.

New EASEOFCARE Service Programme from Datalogic Mobile

Datalogic Mobile’s EASEOFCARE Maintenance Contract Programmes have now been enhanced with new benefits at a cost-effective price.

THARO PA2000t/b Tamp/Blow Printer Applicator

Tharo Systems, Inc. announces the latest addition to its product line of Print and Apply systems.

The Pidion BIP 6000

Latest technologies for revolutionary integration

Fortify says email SaaS predictions may be wide of the mark

Fortify says that research from Gartner - which predicts a surge in the Software-as-a-Service (Saas) email in the next three years - may be a little off the mark.

Avnet launches a not so mini promotion to drive Oracle sales in the ‘Avnet-Oracle Mini Adventure’

Avnet Technology Solutions has launched a sales promotion to drive the channel to register and close business between now and Oracle’s financial year end, the 31st May.

ScanSource Europe explains how to make it happen

ScanSource Europe, a value-added distributor of speciality technology products, has launched How To Make It Happen, a brand new education portal for resellers.

Streamline operations and cut costs

Version One Urges Businesses to Implement Document Management to Survive the Recession.

Five Steps to prevent terminated and unauthorized employees from accessing sensitive data

Redundancies and corporate re-organisations are an unfortunate reality in today’s economic climate.

Psion Teklogix Delivers Return on Mobility™

“Psion Teklogix’ new position enables us to communicate a clear and comprehensive message on how our range of flexible mobile computing solutions deliver maximum value to our customers". John Conoley, CEO Psion Teklogix Inc

Kiosk Europe Expo 2009 and Digital Signage Expo 2009

Focusing on added value generated by digital signage and self-service solutions

Richard Branson invites video pitches from entrepreneurs

Budding entrepreneurs get to pitch their ideas to top business travellers.

Extreme Networks ‘reduces cost through innovation’

Extreme Networks has announced a new initiative for businesses looking to improve the total cost of ownership (TCO) of their networks.

Iper Vittuone discovers the pleasure of shopping with Joya

Finiper had decided to use Joya in its new hypermarket, Iper Vittuone – Milan, a retail outlet covering approximately 8,000 m² with 50 checkouts and over 38,000 products.

Vocollect appoints Channel Marketing Manager for EMEA

Vocollect has announced the appointment of Anna Wright as channel marketing manager for Vocollect EMEA.

Hard grafting is more inspirational than money for SMEs

As 16 brave contestants prepare to battle it out to become Sir Alan Sugar’s next apprentice, a new report reveals what Britain’s small business owners look for in a role model.

Honeywell launches new EMEA channel program

Partners Can Access one of the AIDC Industry’s Broadest and Most Advanced Product Portfolios.

Genesis acquisition opens up SaaS market for THUS Mobile resellers

THUS Mobile resellers now have a great opportunity to sell customers a wider set of solutions including hosted IT, data and software services following the sale of the business to Genesis Communications.

RFID Security Guideline Published

RFID Tag Data Security Technical Report Based on Guidance from AIM's RFID Expert Group is Published by ISO

Citizen provides safer, faster label printing

The latest barcode label printing technology from Citizen Systems Europe is streamlining processes and ensuring patient safety in health environments.

TouchStar Technologies forms joint marketing agreement with Fuelsoft

Both companies have committed to providing IT solution for the fuel distribution industry.

Sirit RFID solution selected for inventory tracking programme

Sirit Inc. has announced that its INfinity 510 reader and RSI-647 Corkscrew RFID tags have been selected for deployment at Pacific Gas & Electric’s Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant.

Magirus answers reseller call for stronger Virtualisation training & marketing support

Magirus launches new vPartner programme in response to research from VMware

Leading aerospace company flying high with Belgravium’s Atlanta handheld solution

Marshall Aerospace have recently selected the Atlanta 8000 Series handheld terminal by Belgravium to facilitate real time order picking from their main warehouse stores department in Cambridge.

Phishing attacks rise as recession bites – now 50 per cent of all virus threats

Phishing attacks now account for just over 50 per cent of all virus threats, according to new figures from managed security firm, Network Box.

Discovery channel

In the first of a two-part report, IT Reseller talks with a number of leading Auto ID resellers about some of the current key issues in the world of solutions and service supply.

AnyDoc Reseller Results Engineering Wins 2009 Channel Connection Award

AnyDoc Software Inc. have announced that Results Engineering, a long-standing AnyDoc value-added reseller has won the 2009 Channel Connection Award.

honeywell puts the dolphin 9950 into user’s hands

Introduction of integrated pistol-grip design provides ergonomic expansion to the Dolphin 9900 series

Datalogic Mobile and Wincor Nixdorf strengthen strategic partnership in delivering mobile solutions to retail

According to the agreement, Wincor Nixdorf will integrate Datalogic Mobile products in its solutions offer to its customers and prospects all around the world.

AURES’ POSLIGNE® terminals now feature biometric technology

AURES introduces biometric identification technologies to its POSLIGNE® point-of-sale terminals

New Release - QR-Code Barcode Font and Encoder for Printing QR-Code as a Font

IDAutomation.com, Inc. announces the release of their new QR-Code Barcode Font and Encoder.

Honeywell launches new EMEA channel program

Partners Can Access one of the AIDC Industry’s Broadest and Most Advanced Product Portfolios.

Printronix Launches Online TallyGenicom Welcome Center for Customers Worldwide

Printronix's Acquisition of U.S.-Based Assets of TallyGenicom Permits Printronix to Benefit Global Community of End Users and Channel Partners

LXE and ScanSource Sign Distribution Partnership in Europe

LXE Re-aligns Sales Activities, Focusing on Indirect Business with Two-tier Distribution.

Advances in Biometrics Remedy the Need for Increased Security

According to Matia Grossi, Frost & Sullivan's industry analyst, "the market for biometrics products is going to almost triple by 2012 from its 2008 value.

Zebra unveils ultra small and lightweight portable barcode printing solution

EM 220 for easy, cost-effective mobile receipt printing.

Recycled multi-functionals - Do you know what you are buying?

Ricoh launches range of “second life” machines that are as good as new.

Kodak ISV Partner of the Year

AnyDoc Software has been named Kodak’s 2009 Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Partner of the Year.

Introducing Mitsubishi’s User friendly High Performance Projector

Utilising the latest DLP® technology the XD221U is a cost effective projector which features a 10-watt speaker and audio mix function.

SME's are now owed £25.9 billion after overdue payments.

Version One Advises the Importance of Document Management Following Findings that Late Payments to SMEs is up 40%

The need for ‘rugged’ industrial networks

How important it is for IT professionals to make informed choices when selecting wireless networks and communication systems for industrial environments?

Fujitsu Imaging targets channel growth

Even under challenging economic conditions in 2008, the Imaging Group of Fujitsu Europe achieved solid growth in the EMEA imaging market.

Avnet wins Sun Channel Development Partner of the Year

Avnet Technology Solutions wins Sun Channel Development Partner of the Year Award for the Second Year running.

“Why aren’t these businesses being rescued?”

Leading professionals concerned that companies that could potentially survive & thrive are being put down unnecessarily.

Internet the most important tool for small business survival according to latest research

It had barely been invented when the UK was last in recession, but less than 20 years later, the Internet is providing a life line to small businesses fighting the recession.

UK Businesses Waste £300 Million Per Year Powering Idle Computers

If all the 17 million UK office workers turned off their computer at night the carbon saving is equivalent to removing 243,440 cars from UK roads

Kiosk Europe Expo and Digital Signage Expo – 5 to 7 May 2009

More than 150 international companies have already confirmed that they will be exhibiting at the world’s largest trade show for self-service solutions and Europe’s largest trade show for digital signage.

Star Micronics launches new compact high speed kiosk printing solution

International POS printer manufacturer Star Micronics has launched of the latest addition to its range - the new compact high speed TUP500 series.

Finalists Unveiled for Third Annual RFID Journal Awards

RFID Journal has announced the finalists for its RFID Journal Awards categories: Best RFID Implementation, Most Innovative Use of RFID, Best Use of RFID in a Product

Squeezing your suppliers will deepen the recession

A new report, published by the Management Consultancies Association (MCA), says that businesses must collaborate with their suppliers to help everyone through the recession and speed up the economic recovery.

ScanSource Makes Forbes’ “Best Big Companies” list

ScanSource, Inc. has been named to Forbes Magazine’s annual Platinum 400 - Best Big Companies list for the fourth time.

Blazepoint To Showcase Rugged Designs At BAPCO 2009

Blazepoint are gearing up for BAPCO 2009 with their extensive range of rugged mobile computers.

Apprenticeships 'will help bridge skills gap'.

The Apprentice star is fronting a government supported scheme looking to increase the number of apprentices and bridge skills gaps within industry.

Australian Government data deletion fiasco easily avoided

The deletion of more than 10,000 Government records by the drunken ex-fiancee of an IT staffer highlights the need for protection of critical user IDs and passwords.

Groupe Casino is going shopping with Joya at La Foux in Saint Tropez

Joya, the new pod from Datalogic, transforms shopping into an entertaining and informative event by using multimedia content about promotions and sales.

Extreme Networks Celebrates The Success Of Its Channel Programme

Extreme Networks has announced the success of its Channel Partner Programme for EMEA and SAM regions.

Stratus Technologies announces breakthrough configuration for continuously available virtualisation solution

Customers can get VMware Infrastructure Foundation software bundled at no charge when purchasing a Stratus ftServer fault-tolerant system.

Honeywell's MS4980 Vuquest™ fits anywhere and scans any bar code

Versatile area-imaging scanner delivers aggressive performance in a compact form

Honeywell teams with Gavitec on area-imaging solution for mobile ticketing

Leading-edge design reads 2D bar codes on mobile phone and PDA displays

New KODAK Scan Station 500 combines speed and simplicity

The KODAK Scan Station 500 is said to redefine smart technology through its combination of performance, functionality and reliability.

Mobile companies in Red Nose Day first

This year the public can, for the first time, text a £5 or a £1 donation to Comic Relief knowing that EVERY penny will go to the charity.

Smartphones to account for 23% of all new mobile phones by 2013

Rising demand for complex multimedia-centric applications is forcing handset manufacturers to design increasingly ‘smart’ and highly personalised mobile devices.

Sematron signs Value Added Reseller agreement with AEP Networks

Under the terms of the deal, Sematron will resell, install, support and maintain AEP Networks' range of satellite communication systems across mainland Europe.

UK broadband ‘hotspots’ identified in new Opal study

A new report from Opal could bring new revenue opportunities and change selling practices for resellers as it reveals the UK’s broadband hotspots.

Now online: DocuWare Solution Finder shows benefits in detail

DocuWare's new tool helps prospective customers find out online the specifics of how their company could profit from a DocuWare Document Management System.

Average laptop data now worth half a million - Don't risk it

Lightweight and portable, laptops allow us to store and carry an entire workspace or office anywhere in the world.

TOSHIBA appoints Avnet Embedded as new display partner across Europe

Toshiba has extended its distribution agreement with Trident, now an Avnet company, to include all Avnet Embedded businesses in France, Germany and Italy.

Better IT procurement puts existing schools on footing with BSF

With more efficient IT buying methods schools and local authorities can stretch the reach of their IT budgets by at least 15%.

Epson offers resellers free three-year warranty on dot matrix printers

As part of its ongoing value-added proposition for channel partners, Epson is offering resellers a free three-year warranty on all dot matrix printers

Motorola empowers the mobile workforce with new Enterprise Digital Assistant

Motorola, Inc. has launched the MC55, the newest, smallest and lightest addition to Motorola’s family of Enterprise Digital Assistants (EDA) offering a 3.5 inch display.

IT ‘at heart of next industrial revolution’

In 10 years’ time we will be able to put an entire year’s worth of our waking experience - in digital quality - on a laptop. By 2039 that could extend to a record of our entire lives.

Datalogic Scanning unveils ‘next generation’ cordless PowerScan rugged imager

The PowerScan PBT7100 reader is said to be ideal for high-volume mobile industrial applications at instinctive as well as long-range reading distances.

Motion launches the J3400 rugged tablet PC

The new tablet PC is said to be ideal for mobile workers that compute while walking or standing with ‘all-day battery life’ and bright outdoor display.

UK & Irish resellers predict growth areas in 2009

Survey provides useful insight into reseller sentiment about the recession and what they expect vendors to do to help them.

Making IT an enabler not an inhibitor

As IT departments slash budgets in the midst of a credit crunch, companies are aiming to squeeze all they can out for their current IT systems...

Feb/March 2009 digital edition - ONLINE NOW!

IN THE FEB/MARCH 2009 EDITION ADC: Total channel focus Print: The master plan Document Management: The SaaS effect Telecoms: Unleash the profit in mobile data Networking: Data centre energy crisis

February 2009 digital edition

ADC: Total channel focus Print: The master plan Document Management: The SaaS effect Telecoms: Unleash the profit in mobile data Networking: Data centre energy crisis

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL 'ushers in next chapter in innovation' with new production scanner

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL has released Ngenuity, a new mid- to high-volume production scanner designed to accommodate the document management needs of paper- intensive industries

Handheld upgrades of the Algiz 8

Handheld, the Swedish based supplier of rugged terminals, has announced a major upgrade of its Algiz 8 tablet PC.

JLT in-vehicle PC gives mobile working portability

Mobile computing company JLT is offering its latest portable tablet PC with an in-vehicle docking station.

Maxatec announces two-sided thermal receipt printing

Maxa Technologies is now including the NCR RealPOS 7168 two- sided multifunction printer in its range.

Two Leading AutoID Companies Create an Industry Powerhouse

A New Brand Symbolizes the Start of a New Chapter for the Unified Company Dedicated to Building Successful Customer Relationships.

New H-Series Thermal Transfer Printers from Tharo Systems, Inc.

The THARO H-427 and H-436 Series of Thermal Transfer Label Printers are suited for high volume printing.

Doctodata joins AnyDoc Software’s Value-Added Reseller Programme

AnyDoc Software, Inc. has announced the addition of Doctodata SL, a Spain-based digital archive and document management services provider, to their VAR programme.

Worldwide premier for the new NAUTIZ X5 rugged PDA from Handheld

The full-featured PDA comes with an array of advanced features such as integrated 3 mega-pixel camera, integrated barcode scanner, WLAN, Bluetooth, 3G cellular capabilities, and GPS

Fujitsu signs European reseller agreement with Box Technologies

The agreement will see Box Technologies become an official distributor of the Fujitsu B-pad device.

Aeromark tracking helps NE Wholesale stay on the road in tough climate

N.E. Wholesale a trade distributor of tyres and exhausts continues to extend its successful deployment of Aeromark’s Aerotrack vehicle tracking solution

SME should to look outside of IT to maximise security

COLT has called for SMEs to become more aware of the security risks to their business.

Box Technologies Acquire UK importer status for Tipro Keyboards

Box will be will be key in supporting Tipro Keyboards UK distribution, service and project related activities.

Barcode Reading from 6 Inches to 50 feet

Belgravium add 'near-far' imaging to Boston 8500 series terminals

Increased use of spam combined with social engineering to spread malware

PandaLabs has detected an increase in the use of spam combined with social engineering to spread malware.

InstallFree launches EMEA Solution Partner Programme

Solution Partners will benefit by adding InstallFree's front-leading solution to their portfolio of end-to-end application and system management solutions.

New Bluetooth application unveiled

A new Bluetooth application where multiple users can listen to the same audio stream on different headsets connected to a mobile device has been unveiled

Diversification is key

In tough times up-selling to the installed base is a proven strategy – it is far easier to sell to existing customers. But what can resellers offer when finance directors want to freeze corporate spend?

Vocollect introduces behind-the-head headset for voice system workers

The SR-15 is claimed to provide significant end-user ergonomic benefits that increase productivity and worker satisfaction.

Guide to choosing a vehicle tracking system

So what are the steps you should follow in order to get the right system for your needs and to get the best out of your investment?

Avnet completes joint venture

Avnet, Inc. has completed its joint venture with Sanko Holding Group in Turkey.

MITIE increases volume of pest control jobs by 20%

An end to end mobile solution from Codegate is enabling MITIE, the strategic outsourcing and asset management company, to increase its volume of pest control jobs by 20%

E.Leclerc Conad delights shopping with Joya from Datalogic

The self-shopping solution Shopevolution from Datalogic is bringing Joya to the E.Leclerc Conad store.

GPS satellite tracking of BlackBerrys

New software allowing GPS satellite tracking of BlackBerry devices has just launched in the UK.

Hot spots still a threat, even during a cold snap

45% of IT Managers recently surveyed said they had been hit by at least one air-conditioning failure in the previous 12 months.

Document management – ‘critical to combating record levels of fraud’

Statistics indicate that the economic downturn is responsible for more and more employees committing fraudulent acts.

Avnet Technology Solutions provides perfect package for IBM Business Partners

Avnet Technology Solutions is offering its new and established IBM Business Partners continued support through these difficult times.

An expert’s guide to open source software security

A recent survey by IDG of IT professionals revealed that nearly two-thirds were using open source software or planned to within the next year.

Three quarters of organisations to increase security for cloud computing

A survey has found that 75% of them intend to reallocate or increase their budgets to secure cloud computing and software as a service within the next 12 months.

Virus Bulletin announces reactive and proactive anti-malware detection test

Virus Bulletin, the independent security testing body, has launched a new testing methodology that measures the reactive and proactive detection capabilities of anti-malware products.

Sonim Technologies launches XP3 Quest 'next-generation' mobile phone

Sonim Technologies, manufacturer of rugged handsets and solutions, has announced the "Quest" - an ultra-rugged phone for people who work or play in extreme environments.

5280 Solutions launches partner programme

5280 Solutions LLC, a leading provider of Enterprise Content Management (ECM) solutions for Microsoft SharePoint, has launched a global partner programme.

Canon i-SENSYS MF9170 wins Buyers Lab award

Canon UK has announced that the i-SENSYS MF9170 has won the Buyers Laboratory Inc ‘Pick of the Year’ award.

Next generation document capture technology

KODAK i700 Series scanners ‘set a new standard for production capture to help businesses drive more efficient document processes’

TallyGenicom Announces Chapter 11 Filing

TallyGenicom, a leading global provider of quality printing solutions, has filed a voluntary petition for protection under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code.

Code Red has now formally confirmed its distribution status with Opticon.

Code Red Distribution has announced that from February 2009, they will be full distributors of the Opticon range of scanners and mobile data collection systems.

New encryption tool is 'a trillion times stronger than credit cards'

With the recent furore over email security in mind, CPL Systems has launched "Person To Person" (PTP) software to encrypt confidential emails.

Tieto signs European reseller agreement with Jacada

Jacada have announced that it has signed a reseller agreement with Tieto a leading global IT services company.

Full Honeywell scanning & mobility product line now available through ScanSource across Europe

ScanSource Europe resellers throughout Europe now have access to the complete Honeywell Scanning & Mobility portfolio

French pharmacies get ready for Data Matrix codes

Pharmacies across the entire European Union (EU) will be required to read Data Matrix codes on pharmaceutical and drug packaging starting January 2011

Blackbay and ALK Technologies strategic partnership reduces operating costs

Blackbay’s mobile worker solutions with ALK’s CoPilot Live GPS navigation software combines real-time job management with full-featured turn-by-turn route guidance.

Motorola Executive to Deliver Keynote Address

Gerald McNerney to Open AIM Technology Leadership Summit

Poslink adds new dimention to Intelligent Business Systems hospitality software suite

Intelligent Business Systems has launched POSLink, a fully integrated, feature-rich touchscreen

York finds strong support from Spirit Data Capture

When the University of York needed to replace its ageing system, one of its first priorities was to find a supplier that could offer comprehensive support and an in-depth knowledge of mobile computing solutions.

BlueStar Europe adds Star Micronics to Product Portfolio

BlueStar, solutions-based distributor for Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, RFID, and Mobility products, has announced the addition of Star Micronics to its European product portfolio.

Avnet Technology Solutions appointed as first pan-European value-added distributor by I.R.I.S

The agreement enables Avnet to distribute and support I.R.I.S.’s entire range of software solutions

Albis Technologies: 'Active RFID' in actual use

One of the attractions of this year's CeBIT show comes from Albis Technologies with its real-world look at potential applications of its Active RFID' technology.

Motorola helps Correos to deliver

Correos y Telegrafos has chosen Motorola Enterprise Mobility solution as the platform to deliver seamless data communications across its mobile postal workforce.

Study finds adoption of software solutions key for improving IT energy efficiency

The CA commissioned study found that organisations are considering, and have budgeted for, software solutions to improve the efficiency of their IT infrastructure and to solve the environmental challenges posed by the rapidly increasing use of computing resources in large corporations.

Doubling of rejected mail makes China ‘top of the bots’

A massive increase in spam originating from China and the Far East could mark the beginning of a worrying trend.

Zycko selects Strategix OneOffice for multinational business system requirements

Zycko has selected Strategix OneOffice, the supply chain software and business management platform.

ScanSource Europe launches Airtime Contracts

As part of its commitment to help resellers implement complete mobility solutions for their end users, ScanSource Europe is now able to offer airtime contracts to resellers in the UK.

Synaxon adds Ingram Micro to growing list of UK suppliers

Synaxon UK has signed an official supplier agreement with Ingram Micro, giving its growing membership base access to the full range of product lines stocked by the broadline distributor.

Zetes wins important Morrisons contract to install 3iV software and Vocollect voice picking technology at UK DCs

Zetes has just signed a contract in excess £6 million with Morrisons to provide one of the country’s biggest voice directed picking installations.

Vocollect appoints Co-Founder Larry Sweeney to Board of Directors, Japan

Vocollect, Inc., provider of voice systems for improving supply chain performance, has appointed co-founder Larry Sweeney to the Board of Directors for Vocollect Japan, Inc.

Office Closed due to SNOW!

An open letter from Adrian Burholt, CEO of The Key Revolution on the effects of the recent snow on UK businesses

Datalogic Mobile ties up deal at TieRack

Keeping track of stock is critical for the success so the company decided it was time to purchase handheld computers

DocuLex provides convenient online content access and management

DocuLex has released Archive Studio software as a service, online Web-based content management providing remote document access, permissions, printing and distribution.

SEH unveils print appliance with SSD Technology

The German network specialist, SEH is expanding its print appliance product series ISD300 to include a model with a solid state disk

PeopleVox's handheld RFID readers 'raise the benchmark for read rate and accuracy'

PeopleVox has announced its new range of RFID-enabled handheld wireless readers dedicated to the fashion retail industry

Visix launches digital signage software as a Service Solution

The offering is built upon the long-standing AxisTV platform, which was designed and built as a web-based solution and is deployed in 1000 sites around the world

AIIM highlights waste on routine inbound transactions

Recent AIIM research has found that 54% of organisations manually re-key some of the content they receive from customers, suppliers, partners and citizens

Ensim grows reseller network in Europe

Ensim Corporation has signed reseller agreements with two new channel partners in Europe for its Ensim Unify Enterprise Edition

BLADE delivers migration-aware Ethernet switches for virtualised data centres

BLADE Network Technologies, Inc. has announced that its 1-10 Gigabit Ethernet switches can now be equipped with VMready

Canon and Software Imaging launch a resource-friendly print driver for Citrix environments

Canon UK has released a Lite Driver for Canon print devices in Citrix environments

Kodak’s new wireless all-in-one inkjet printers with low ink replacement cost

Eastman Kodak Company “welcomes consumers to an even more affordable and effortless way to print, copy and scan photos and documents” with the new KODAK ESP 7 & ESP 9 All-in-One Printers

Smartphone hacking on the rise

With over 1,200 videos on YouTube on to how to hack a mobile phone password and high profile cases of phone fraud such as the Paris Hilton case on the rise, there is growing evidence that SmartPhones could be the next hackers' paradise

NiceLabel rated best in international competition

NiceLabel was placed best in the world according to the TopTenReviews ranking in the professional labelling software developers international competition

IE8: InPrivate browsing and plug-ins threat

Users alerted to an easily overlooked consequence of using the new InPrivate browsing mode

Conviction of 'bomb plot' doctor highlights need for Enterprise Screening, says Datanomic

Systematic screening of employees, internal contractors, external partners, agents, third parties and distributors must become standard practice for risk management

Version One launches low-cost 'out of the box' document management for Sage 200

Document management and imaging company, Version One, has launched its cost-effective ‘out of the box’ document management solutions for Sage 200 users

Avnet Technology Solutions wins Juniper Networks UK 2008 Distributor and Marketing Achievement Awards

Avnet Technology Solutions, the value-added IT distributor, was recognised at the recent Juniper Networks JUniversity with two awards for its contribution to the channel.

Datamax - O’Neil introduces two new PrintPADs

The PrintPAD CN3 and PrintPAD CN3e includes an integrated cradle for Intermec’s recently introduced CN3 and CN3e mobile handheld computers.

Box Technologies launches Elo Touchsystem’s 15D1 EPoS Terminal

Box Technologies has launched Elo Touchsystem’s first All in One EPoS Terminal, the Elo 15D1.

Experts warn Cloud Computing may be safe harbour for malware

Global Secure Systems has warned that Cloud Computing may turn into malware-fest after researchers have found a method of using the Amazon EC2 service as a BitTorrent host/downloading mechanism.

Genesis launches reseller offering

IT resellers need to change their focus in 2009 towards software-as-a-service (SaaS) or risk losing traction in the SME market.

Intermec introduces PB2 and PB3 wearable mobile receipt printers

Intermec has launched its PB2 and PB3 commercial mobile receipt printers for DSD/route accounting, retail queue busting and field service applications.

RFID read/write devices with ISO functionality

Siemens has redesigned its HF (high frequency) 13.56 megahertz range Simatic RF310R and RF380R RFID (radio frequency identification) read/write devices so that they can also work with ISO 15693 standard transponders (tags).

Bird strike avoidance specialist Scarecrow gets a grip with JLT tablet PC

Humane bird dispersal solutions specialist Scarecrow Bio-Acoustic Systems has selected the rugged JLT 8404 tablet PC for its advanced vehicle-based airside wildlife management system

Will social networking drive customer service in the future?

Although Salesforce.com has been the poster child for successful on-demand software vendors, the company has the long-term vision to see that, in order to continue its stellar growth pace, it needs to expand into new areas.

Datalogic presents Joya at Wincor World 2009

At Paderborn in Germany, Datalogic Mobile EBS presents Joya, the pod turning self-shopping into a pleasant, convenient and interactive experience.

Point of Sale printers in European market up 1,2% despite economic slowdown

According to IC Consulting’s latest report on the POS (point-of-sale) printers in Europe, in 2008 the market increased 1,2% in terms of quantity and felt down a -1,3% in terms of value.

TrustPort Gears Up For Higher Speed

TrustPort Antivirus 2009 and TrustPort PC Security 2009 security solutions have gone through several minor updates since their release.

Kainos's Document and Records Management Project Proves a Great Success

Kainos has announced the successful delivery of an integrated document and records management project at the Eastern Health & Social Services Board.

Motivating Your Team During Tough Times

In today's turbulent economic market, even the strongest and most powerful corporate icons are challenged to find ways to improve their efficiencies. As they require more work from fewer numbers of people, their top priority is having effective leaders and motivators who can propel their group to greatness.

Heartland card data heist could be part of a global scam

Is this the the Largest Credit Card Crime in History?

New mobile system delivers five per cent increases in efficiency and cuts communications costs by 75 per cent

Kwik-Fit has equiped its off-site tyre fitting fleet of 230 mobile technicians with cutting edge mobile technology solution.

Resellers benefit from enhanced pre and post sales support offerings

ScanSource now offers resellers a complete Technical Support portfolio, featuring both pre and post sales support.

Belgravium launchs VRS, a new ‘Voice Recognition System’

A fully operational ‘Voice Recognition System’ from Belgravium Ltd is now available for demonstration and implementation.

The Princess Alice Hospice Trust chooses Maxa Solutions

The hospice was looking for a new retail management system that would support its development plans.

Blackbay and ALK Technologies strategic partnership raises levels of customer service and reduces operating costs

Blackbay and ALK Technologies have entered into an EMEA strategic partnership that integrates Blackbay’s mobile worker solutions with ALK’s CoPilot Live GPS navigation software.

Sandpiper help’s Geographer’s A-Z Maps reduce customer claims by 83% with new mobile warehouse solution.

Geographers’ A-Z Maps publishes more than 350 titles covering street maps and atlases in printed and electronic media format.

The price is right

When faced with the worse global recession in living memory, our resellers are seeing in some sectors capital freezes, and in others, increased focus on price...

Tieto signs European reseller agreement with Jacada

Tieto and Jacada focus on many of the same vertical markets, including banking, insurance, telecommunications and retail

Survey finds 6% of SME owners more likely to divorce than change IT support company

A survey of small business owners has revealed that 6% would be more likely to divorce or change their life partner than move to a new IT Support provider.

Number of computer users affected by Windows worm is increasing.

The number of computers infected by a virus that attacks unsecured networks and can be spread via memory sticks has increased in recent days, according to anti-virus experts.

Wavetrend releases active RFID reader expansion module for Psion Teklogix's Workabout Pro handheld computer

The new reader forms part of Wavetrend's forthcoming ActivMobility suite of Mobile Solutions for Active RFID Asset Management

Brother launch shows commitment to independents

Office technology specialist Brother is throwing its weight behind independent retailers looking to boost their business.

Mobile Workforce at home with new housing management technology

Enterprise mobile technology group, 1st Touch, has launched 1st Touch Mobile Workforce

Datacentre Leaders' Awards 2008

EDS, Fujitsu, London City Airport, Morgan Stanley and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office among the winners

Brainboxes launches its new range of high-speed RS422/485 serial cards

The high speed cards are for use in industrial automation devices, Point of Sale systems and ATM cash machines.

TallyGenicom forges new partnership with Zebmec

The agreement enables Zebmec to offer TallyGenicom’s new range of thermal printers.

Government planning to track every email sent in UK

The Home Office is planning to force all internet service providers (ISP's) to track every email sent in the UK in what is being called an attack on civil liberties.

The Retail System Forum (RSF09) 14th May 2009 - Registration now Open.

Following the continued success of The Retail Systems Forum (RSF09) over the last 8 years, registration for RSF09 is now open!

BakBone introduces new licensing model for data domain systems

BakBone Software has introduced a simplified licensing model for Data Domain’s field and authorised channel partners.

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL SCANNERS launches redesigned website

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL has launched a newly redesigned Web site that caters to the varied needs of value-added resellers, channel partners and customers across industries.

GS1 UK backs industry initiative to standardise mobile scanning.

GS1 UK has announced its participation in a worldwide industry initiative, GS1 Mobile Com, which will enable consumers to access product information via their mobile phones.

Honeywell area-imaging scanners ready to read standardised coding on pharmaceutical packaging

Preparing for the planned EU initiative that will require 2D bar codes on all pharmaceutical packaging within Europe.

BlueStar to carry Zebra’s EM 220 mobile receipt printer

Designed for quick, on-demand receipt printing, the Zebra Economy Mobile 220 (EM 220) showcases features that make it easier for field workers and retail line busters to do their jobs.

Cardiff Council’s upgrades Waste & Recycling Manager System with help from an Ikôn

A combination of functionality and ruggedness allows the Ikôn mobile computer from Psion Teklogix to play a key role in Cardiff Council’s recently upgraded Waste & Recycling Manager System.

IT services vendors –2008 UK performance rank

EDS still number one followed by IBM

The Psion and Varlink partnership

It is almost one year since Psion Teklogix UK - the mobile computing and wireless data capture solutions specialist - announced a major overhaul of its UK channel strategy.

Fortify warns on hacker fall-out from Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Fortify Software has warned companies with even the remotest connections to the Middle East to be on guard against a malware or similar cyber-attack as a result of the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinians.

Enterprise Data Quality Management challenges

Capscan has announced the findings of its international data quality management report and survey of business professionals.

Brother director lobbies Tory leader

Phil Jones, Brother UK sales and marketing director, has lobbied David Cameron to adopt policies that will help to lift the economic and market pressures being felt by the channel.

Stripe 21 looks out for its resellers in time of recession and drought

Internet, data and telecommunications company, Stripe21, is concentrating on building up its reseller base by making sure it has a very cost effective, Quality of Service enabled portfolio for attracting resellers.

DMSL says BT's reduction in MPLS pricing presents good opportunity for the channel

DMSL, a leading distributor of BT services in the UK, has welcomed BT’s recent announcement of significant price reductions in its managed MPLS offering, IP Converge, as a good opportunity for channel partners.

'It's now less risky to start a business than be employed in the corporate technology sector'

Ongoing research suggests there's now less risk in starting a business within a business incubator than being employed in the private technology sector.

BlueStar to Carry Zebra’s RFID-Enabled Mobile Thermal Transfer Printers

BlueStar has announced its addition of Zebra Technologies’ P4T and RP4T RFID-enabled Mobile Thermal-Transfer Printers to its line card.

Fake Antivirus Extortion Set to Grow in 2009 - 10 things users can do to protect themselves in 2009

Amongst the top threats that ESET predicts for 2009 is the increasing volume and sophistication of hackers' attempts to extort money from end users in return for fake anti-malware.

In a shrinking market, IT must reduce its price tag to stay relevant

Retailers need to look again at IT cost models. As turnover falls, new cost management principles are required to reduce IT spend and contribute to a leaner business.

LXE HX2 mobile computer review

If you made a wish list of ideal features you wanted from a warehouse picking and data collection computer, you could be forgiven for thinking that no single device has the lot. Well, if this is the case, LXE’s brand new HX2 mobile computer should come as a pleasant surprise.

Box Technologies & General Dynamic Itronix in Local Government Partnership

Box Technologies has announced a partnership with General Dynamics Itronix’s, the world-class developer of wireless, rugged computing solutions.

BT Tradespace announces business social networking is an untapped gold mine

The BT Tradespace research, which examined how small businesses market themselves, how they network and the technology they use to do so

Avnet recognised with special achievement award

Avnet Technology Solutions, the value-added IT distributor, picked up a prestigious award at F5 Networks’ 3rd Annual Partner Conference

Zebra strips RFID to reveal its full potential

Recession could be boom time for Auto-ID predict experts

Software As A Service: it's about the business model

Too much focus on technology and a failure to develop new business models will mean many traditional IT industry players will fail to capitalise on the emerging SaaS market

Eurotech industrial GSM/GPRS/3G wireless router launched

Targeted for telemetry, Internet Access and Mobile Computing applications

Virtual technology approach reduces IT costs

Amid the current financial uncertainty and looming economic slowdown, companies across the UK have no choice but to consider smarter ways to operate

The new R Series from Datalogic Mobile

Maximum productivity and reliability in the toughest environments

Bluebeam teams with QBS in the UK and Ireland

Bluebeam Software and QBS Distribution have teamed together to distribute Bluebeam's market-leading PDF software through QBS's Value-Added Resellers and their top 100 corporate account resellers

ScanSource Europe – new product catalogue now available

The value added distributor’s latest catalogue is packed with 190 pages – 20% more than the previous year’s version

Rugged, ergonomic handheld device from Computer Hardware Design

The CHD SiX is designed for retail, warehousing and logistics applications where maximum performance and durability is required

Taking an objective view at the Scottish Government

The Scottish Government has successfully upgraded its mission critical electronic Records and Document Management system for all 6,300 users in under a week

Mobiqa sources scanners from partnership with ScanSource

Mobiqa and ScanSource Europe have formed a partnership to provide a complete end-to-end mobile barcoded ticketing and marketing solutions

Xerox expands global business process outsourcing capability

Xerox has opened an enlarged Northern European Delivery Centre, marking the next step in a continued expansion programme for its business process services

Monitoring made easy - with touchscreen operation

Shuttle Inc. has launched its first product in the 'Special Solutions' category

OKI brings entirely embedded workflow with new A3 multifunction product

OKI Printing Solutions has launched the C9850 MFP, a high performance professional A3 colour printer, copier, scanner and fax system

FTC halts fake anti-virus scans that scammed a million people

A US District Court has temporarily halted the operations of two firms accused of tricking internet users into buying bogus security products, also known as scareware or rogueware

Socket products don snowshoes for antarctic expedition

Socket Mobile has announced that Lorenzo Gariano, an internationally renowned adventurer, will be using the Socket SoMo 650 handheld computer and ruggedised Serial I/O Card during his attempt to reach the summit of Vinson Massif, the tallest peak in Antarctica

TallyGenicom printers are the choice for MBI

TallyGenicom has announced that MBI is successfully utilising a variety of TallyGenicom’s robust and reliable Line Matrix Printers

Backup tapes heading for the waste bin, says new research report from Connect

22% of small to mid sized enterprises are now using online back-up software, more than double the figures for last year

RFID technology drastically improves efficiency and reliability in health care sector

Encouragingly, electronic patient record systems are being implemented in healthcare systems across the world, making all medical information related to a particular patient available, wherever he or she is located

Whiston Hospital finds ultimate answer with Episys

Prior to working with Episys the company had labelling issues where incorrect expiry dates were being put on labels

54% of large enterprises in Europe spend more on wireless infrastructure than wired

The Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola, Inc. has released European research showing that wireless infrastructure spending has overtaken wired in the majority of large enterprises

Sophos security report names and shames USA for deluge of internet attacks in 2008

Lack of education leads to rising tide of web, email and social networking attacks

Advanced and economical - the latest new printer from Toshiba TEC

Toshiba TEC has added the B-EV4 entry-level desktop label printer to its range of thermal printers

LXE announces software development tools now available from MCL Technologies

Further strengthening its channel market focus, LXE Inc., has entered into a new agreement with MCL Technologies that gives partners greater access to MCL software tools on LXE equipment

DocuWare Group's business outlook - expansion as planned

After careful considerations of the current, overall, economic business developments world-wide, the DocuWare Group's Executive Board has decided that all long-term expansions will be executed as planned

The Malcolm Group Choose Belgravium Warehouse Solution

Logistics providers, The Malcolm Group, have selected the Geneva 6000 handheld and Monaco 7100 truck mounted terminals

Brand-Rex delivers data centre efficiencies for Morrisons with ultra-high performance augmented category 6/CLASS EA cabling solution

Providing the central hub of Morrisons' IT infrastructure, the data centre delivers business-critical communications services to the company's 375+ stores, warehouses and distribution points

Tharo H-Series printers provide USB 2.0 high-speed data transfer

Tharo Systems new H-Series Printers have multiple interfaces for every application

Datalogic Scanning introduces QuickScan Imager with patented 'Green Spot' technology

Datalogic's new QD2100 is ideal for retail and document handling, courier and postal applications

Canalys Channels Forum 2009

Now in its second year, this forum is the largest independent channel forum taking place anywhere in EMEA

Nervous workers offer to double hours and reduce salaries to secure employment

Desperate times call for desperate measures ......

A new President for Datamax·O'Neil

Christian Lefort has been appointed President of the Datamax·O'Neil Business Group reporting to Omar Kerbage, President & CEO, Dover Product Identification Group

Toshiba Storage Device Division launch club for channel

'The Performers Club' is a comprehensive online portal for current and potential dealers of Toshiba’s bare and external hard disk drives

Amplicon launches rugged in-vehicle PC

The VTC-3300E has been designed from first principles with vehicle environments in mind

Honeywell and Spirit streamline processes at JD Williams

After deciding to upgrade some of its devices, JD Williams opted for Honeywell Dolphin mobile computers for a number of different applications

Companies need to manage their internet usage as they move into the Cloud

A study commissioned by Easynet Connect reveals that a large proportion of UK small-to medium businesses are not implementing policies to manage personal use of the internet

Fortis Guernsey selects VirtualizeIT for major server virtualisation and consolidation overhaul

Fortis Guernsey has over 80 servers that support the core systems for the organisation

Confick worm exploits Microsoft MS08-067 vulnerability

Back in October warnings were given about a critical security vulnerability found in some versions of Microsoft Windows

‘Built for Success’ – OKI printers support business continuity at Beesley and Fildes

The scale of the operation means that Beesley and Fildes has a constant requirement for high-quality printing resource

APC and CA team to fully optimise and modernise data centre

APC by Schneider Electric and CA, Inc. have announced a partnership that will provide enterprise customers with a fully integrated solution set for assessing and fully optimising their data centre energy consumption

Astaro opens up New ‘Try Before You Buy’ campaign for UK channel partners

Astaro has announced that its email and web security appliances would be made available for organisations to trial for 30 days without charge

Allied Telesis brings back Trip of a Lifetime

Reseller promotion sees sales of SwitchBlade x908 increase by 28%

Forget offshoring and nearshoring - IT goes Norfolkshoring

P1 Technology Partners in Norwich is bringing advantages to East Anglia on two fronts

BlueStar to distribute Motorola in Latin America

BlueStar has announced a recent agreement with Motorola to market its entire product line-up throughout Latin America

High Speed Printer for POS

GeBE Printer in Plastic Housing Prints 200 m/s, even Tickets

UPM Raflatac opens manufacturing site

UPM Raflatac is celebrating the opening of a new RFID manufacturing site in Guangzhou, China

WHITE PAPER: How barcodes add brand value

There cannot be many places in the world that are not familiar with bar codes

DocuWare AG opens French subsidiary

DocuWare SARL was founded by DMS pioneer DocuWare on September 1, 2008; in mid-November the company moved into its new Paris offices

Lies, damned lies and statistics

We’re bombarded with stats every day and we simply take them for granted and believe them!

Stortext announce new partnership programme for information management resellers and specifiers

Stortext, one of the UK’s leading outsourced document management providers, has launched its Strategic Alliance programme

Luxury department store win for Mission and J2

Harvey Nichols migrates to a new till solution

Verari Systems delivers content storage without limitations

Verari Systems and Caringo Inc. have introduced the DataValet clustered storage solution for unstructured content

Application virtualisation is fastest growing segment

4% of medium-sized enterprises have adopted this or plan to do so

Xplore launches rugged mobile computer

Xplore Technologies Corp announces iX104C4 PC

November 2008 digital edition

Analysis,ADC,Print
Document Management
Telecoms,Network Technology

VIDEO: The Unitech PA968 mobile computer

There are solution providers that continue to push the development envelope in highly innovative ways. We take a close look at Unitech and it's new high-tech rugged mobile computer - the PA968.

Allied Telesis reduces wattage and goes green

Allied Telesis goes green with its new ecologically engineered range of products which have been designed to operate with the lowest possible power consumption

Socket announces support for BlackBerry Bold Smartphone

Socket Mobile, Inc. has announced the compatibility of Socket data capture solutions with the BlackBerry Bold, Pearl and Curve smartphones

TallyGenicom forges partnership with AM Labels

This new partnership makes AM Labels the only specialist online reseller of TallyGenicom’s new range of thermal printers

Avery Dennison launches the modular ALS 306 system

Avery Dennison’s Printer Systems Division has launched a new labelling system as part of its existing offering

Meet BlueStar's New Vice President of Global Distribution

BlueStar has announced the promotion of Bill Nix to Vice President of Global Distribution

British National Party membership listed on internet

If you don’t live in the UK, chances are that you don’t know who the BNP are

Canon strengthens LFP reseller relationships with accredited partner programme

Canon UK has selected 18 resellers and distributors in the Large Format Printer market to become part of its highly regarded partner programme

Harvest Housing transforms Accounts Payable with Formscan

Working closely with Harvest Housing, Formscan recommended a suitable mix of hardware and software

The Key Revolution Ltd announces channel deal with Insight

Insight will be selling one-year Mobiu subscription licenses direct to its business customers

Government Mail/Blackbay improve security and tracability

Blackbay has announced that its Delivery Connect solution has been implemented by the Government Car and Despatch Agency to provide traceability within its Government Mail Division

APC enable comprehensive datacentre management with predictive simulation and modelling

APC has launched a new version of APC InfraStruXure Central, Capacity Manager and Change Manager

Evolving Web Threatscape drives new market opportunity for resellers

With the explosion of web applications available for users to transact and achieve their personal and business objectives online comes a host of new and ever-changing threats to data security

Daimler FleetBoard Selects Intermec CN3e Handheld Computers

Intermec has announced that Daimler FleetBoard GmbH has selected the Intermec CN3e rugged mobile computer for its new DispoPilot solution

Emerson Network Power launches the new Liebert HPM dual CW unit

Redundancy and energy savings, protecting business critical applications

Brother expands new look labelling line up

QL-570 and QL-580N (network version) label printers added to popular range

OKI strengthens RED channel incentive scheme

OKI Printing Solutions has moved its channel partner incentive scheme, RED fully online and made it much simpler to use as a result

NEXCOM introduces VTC6000, the new Intel Atom-based fanless in-vehicle computer

Nexcom have launched an intelligent yet rugged telematics PC, which has been specifically designed for tomorrow’s in-vehicle computing applications

J2 Retail Systems launch new top-of-the-range integrated touchscreen

The 650 uses the most advanced PC technology to deliver the ultimate point-of-sale, point-of-service or point-of-information device

Epicor to support Microsoft Cloud Services initiative

Epicor Software Corporation announced at the Microsoft Professional Developers Conference 2008 its support of Microsoft’s cloud computing initiative Azure Services Platform

Nurse loses $400,000 to Nigerian email scammers

If you’ve got an email account then chances are that you’ve received one of these too

The channel can still stay active despite the credit crunch

Don't miss out on valuable opportunities to offer alternative solutions and build on new relationships

Opticon launches H-15 pocket-sized mobile computer

A new addition to the successful H series, Opticon’s H-15 pocket-sized mobile computer is designed for single handed operation

Belgravium, first choice for Findels ‘Kitbag’

Findel Direct recently chose the Toronto Full Screen Terminal to provide them real time visibility of their recently redeveloped warehouse

British Heart Foundation goes mobile with Codegate

Mobile data solutions specialist Codegate has announced that the British Heart Foundation is rolling out its mobilewarehouse stock management solution across its specialised Furniture and Electrical Stores nationwide

Eagle Technologies lands contract with DSGI

Eagle Technologies, a leading distributor of desktop printers, has won the contract to supply FTSE 100 company DSGi Business with Evolis card printers

Royal Mail selects Blackbay mobile worker solution to improve the customer experience for tracked services

Following successful trials, Royal Mail has chosen Blackbay’s Delivery Connect solution to provide a real-time mobility solution for the majority of Royal Mail’s tracked products

Hitachi unveils ‘next-generation’ midrange storage platform

Hitachi Data Systems has unveiled its next-generation line-up of midrange storage systems, the Hitachi Adaptable Modular Storage 2000 Series

BlueStar announces customers’ success with Business Development Giveaways

BlueStar has awarded nearly six figures’ worth of FUSION business revitalization services in 2008

New, UK In-Mould Labelling facility

Systems Labelling has launched its In-Mould Labelling facility in Runcorn North West England

Computerised conductors increased productivity and reduce costs

A good example for ‘hot applications’ in mobile computing is the Swedish National Rail system which carries more than 19 million people annually

New CCTV regulations could catch many companies out

GSS is warning that the effective security of many businesses could be compromised by the introduction of new regulations that came into force on October 31st, 2008

Highlights from RFID Europe 2008

IDTechEx's RFID Europe 2008 event, staged in Cambridge, UK, once again delivered an excellent show for all attendees

John McCain suffers fatal heart attack, claim drugstore spammers

There seem to be no depths too low for spammers trying to peddle their goods to the public.

Precision Dynamics Corporation acquires TimeMed Labeling Systems, Inc

The move is expected to expand the company’s patient safety solutions.

Lexmark launches dedicated programme to promote colour laser printing for business use

Until December 31, Lexmark will be running a dedicated series of initiatives designed to promote the responsible use of colour laser printing in business.

Sunbelt Software announces ‘Top Ten Spyware, Malware Threats’ for September

Sunbelt Software has announced the top ten most prevalent spyware and malware threats for the month of September

Datalogic wins award for self-scanning innovation

Frost & Sullivan has presented Datalogic Mobile EBS with the prestigious "2008 European Excellence in Information, Communication & Technologies Award" for Joya and Shopevolution.

Varlink adds TDS rugged data collection devices to its product range

Varlink has become a UK distributor for Tripod Data Systems, Inc.

Colourful future

A number of leading analysts within the printing & labelling sector give their views on a wide range of important issues; including brand consolidation, technological development and value-added opportunities for the channel

ScanSource Europe has been appointed an Authorised Distributor of Honeywell Batteries

Honeywell Batteries provides mobile power solutions for mobile computers, hand held data collection devices, printers, two-way radios, wireless telephones and uninterruptible power supply systems

New Fujitsu iScanner Improves Business Efficiency

Fujitsu Europe Limited has launched its newest network scanner edition – the iScanner fi-6010N

Avnet helps its European channel to increase business opportunities and revenue within enterprise mobility marketplace

Avnet Technology Solutions has launched a new Pan European reference guide

RIM to launch BlackBerry Application Storefront and BlackBerry Application Centre

Research In Motion has announced two major distribution initiatives for BlackBerry smartphone applications at the BlackBerry Developer Conference

Mojix Inc. introduces Mojix STAR System to European market

Mojix, Inc. has launched the European version of its Mojix STAR system, a UHF passive RFID system that is claimed to bring unprecedented levels of precision, scalability and return on investment to radio frequency identification applications

New direction for Citizen

Citizen Systems Europe announces a change of MD as of the 1st November 2008 with the appointment of Mr Yasuhiro Kiuchi

The latest e-mail spam techniques revealed

Researchers have detected a new wave of malicious spam promoting medication for sex life improvement, such as male enhancement drugs

Psion Teklogix UK appoints new MD

Psion Teklogix has appointed Paul Westmoreland as its new Managing Director UK - his brief is to maintain the company’s leading position in the UK’s mobile computing technology solutions market

Going green must be pervasive

Ovum recently attended a gathering at which a major IT vendor unveiled a ‘green’ initiative

Toshiba TEC launches new portable printers

Toshiba TEC Europe has launched two portable label printers the B-EP2 and the B-EP4

New barcode heralds major changes for retail store systems

A fundamental change is taking place in the world of bar codes, for the first time since bar coding was introduced to retail packaging over 35 years ago

Vocollect achieves 100% partner certification target in less than six months

Vocollect has announced that its EMEA partner network has successfully completed the Vocollect Voice Partner Programme

Ohio Secretary of State’s website hacked

Jennifer Brunner, Secretary of State of Ohio, has confirmed that her official website was hacked earlier this week by unknown intruders

Samsung launches small wireless four-in-one colour laser printer

Samsung Electronics UK has launched a four-in-one, wireless colour laser printer, the CLX-3175FW

DocuLex enables convenient colleague collaboration with archive studio content management software

DocuLex now enables convenient colleague collaboration ability with the company's Archive Studio content management software

Primera announces high-resolution barcode label printer

The LX200 utilises the latest in monochrome high-speed inkjet printing technology

European Association for Self-Service, EAFS, founded

The 27th of June 1967, the day the first ATM was installed at a Barclays branch in North London, may forever more remain the most important date in self-service

Handheld launches high precision GPS Kenaz

Handheld has launched the new Kenaz GPS receiver designed specifically for the TDS Nomad and Recon handheld computers

ScanSource Europe launches new website

The site has been completely refreshed and is now packed with even more information than before

BlueStar to distribute Janam’s XM65

Janam’s XM65 delivers advanced barcode scanning, a full-sized 3.5-inch color display, powerful computing performance and a fully rugged construction

Kodak’s Smart Touch document scanners improve productivity for SharePoint users with Atalasoft’s Scan-to-SharePoint solution

Through the simplicity of a single touch, businesses can rapidly and easily scan and send documents to Microsoft SharePoint

Code Red Distribution introduce a 600 dpi 4-inch thermal transfer label printer

Toshiba TEC distributor Code Red Distribution has introduced the brand new B-SX600 600 dpi 4-inch thermal transfer label printer for high-performance and specialised label printing

Budget anyone

Selling technology solutions is a difficult business: On one side, you have vendors pushing for more new business and on the other side: your customers, who love nothing more than a good bargain - but where does that leave you as a reseller?

Royal Mail selects Intermec CN3 Mobile Computer to improve service to customers

Intermec has announced that Royal Mail, the leading provider of mail and parcel delivery services in the United Kingdom, has awarded Intermec a contract to provide over 25,000 of its rugged, handheld CN3 mobile computers

Helenswood School goes wireless with Ruckus

Ruckus Wireless has installed a new wireless LAN at Helenswood Girls’ School in East Sussex, providing reliable Wi-Fi coverage for staff and pupils using school laptops

Vangard teams up with Clearview Software

Vangard Voice Systems, Inc. has teamed with Clearview Software International, Inc., to voice-power Clearview’s Co*Star Mobile terminal emulator, enabling a range of automated voice-powered applications

Viatel has announced the opening of a new high-powered data centre in Reading, Berkshire, UK

The ‘tier three’ data centre offers 600KW to 200 racks (16amps per rack), providing customers with the power to adopt the latest technology, whilst featuring metered billing

UMPCs: Handheld Mobile Computer Killer?

According to research recently completed by VDC Research Group, the market for Ultra-Mobile PCs is expected to exceed $300 million in 2008

1 in 5 mobile device owners still spilling their secrets

Research sponsored by Sims Lifecycle Services has shown that organisations are still disposing of their gadgets without removing personal information

Half of businesses unaware if staff are running virtual desktops

Unmanaged virtual computers can threaten corporate IT security

COMPUTERLINKS brings Tomorrow’s Solutions to UK resellers at its 2nd annual University Event

Giving resellers insight into hot revenue opportunities and how to gain competitive advantage in areas including virtualisation, mobility, bandwidth management, security and compliance

New - PowerScan D7100 Handheld Industrial Linear Imager

DEMO offer for ALL UK Resellers from Datalogic

VIDEO: O’Neil Printers & Safelite AutoGlass

A video case study of the O'Neil 4t Portable Printer in use at Safelite AutoGlass.

VIDEO: Future Store in Tönisvorst

Driving forward the modernization process in the retail sector, that is the goal of the METRO Group Future Store Initiative.

TallyGenicom introduces new high speed mono printer

TallyGenicom has announced a series of additional features to its robust, heavy-duty mono laser printer- the 9045N.

Extreme Networks launches new channel initiative In The UK

Extreme Networks has initiated a recruitment drive to attract new channel partners and is looking to recruit 15 extra resellers by the end of the year.

Datalogic announces the acquisition of Datasensor S.p.A.

Datalogic SpA has approved the acquisition of Datasensor SpA, a company 100% owned by Hydra SpA, controlling shareholder of Datalogic SpA

RFID - A guide to Radio Frequency Identification

Research Markets has launched a new guide aimed at providing an introduction to RFID technology

Avnet to distribute InfoGuard Advanced Encryption Solution

Avnet Technology Solutions and InfoGuard AG have announced a distribution agreement for the UK, the Netherlands, Germany and Austria

Xerox’s EIP platform grows as Paper River expands into Europe

Xerox partnership with Paper River and EIP application deliver new sales opportunities

Actuate launches OEM programme to drive success and revenue for ISV Partners

Actuate Corporation has announced a new OEM Quick Start programme designed to provide Actuate partners with an opportunity to improve their existing product offerings and generate opportunities for revenue growth

Databarracks Launches VDR - The New Era of Disaster Recovery

Virtual Disaster Recovery Service to Reduce Data Recovery Windows by 80%

Eurotech announces the new Low Power Proteus SBC

Eurotech has been working with Intel Corporation as an early adopter of Low Power Intel Architecture devices

Belgravium launch new Tablet PC

Belgravium is proud to introduce its latest generation, ruggedised web tablet, the Tokyo 3200 Series

Hammer and BridgeHead Software address European archiving market through distribution agreement

Storage distributor, Hammer, has signed an agreement to distribute a range of BridgeHead Software archiving products across Europe

Majority of companies use Data De-duplication to chase away Storage Inefficiency

Research by Storage Expo has found that 62% of companies use De-duplication to increase efficiency, reduce storage requirements and also costs

Finjan awarded new patent for security technology that protects computers from hostile downloadables

This patent further adds to Finjan’s extensive and comprehensive intellectual property portfolio in the security market

Minimise loss of stock with Ethernet technologies

Justice Security Kft, based in Budapest, Hungary, has developed a forward-looking automated solution to avoid such problems

Datalogic Mobile Handheld Terminals measure up at Dunelm Mill

Over 100 devices have been supplied to Dunelm Mill by Datalogic Mobile Partner Pen Mobile Solutions, an independent company in the Auto ID sector

GS1 UK launches Data Quality initiative

Sainsburys and Britvic co-chair industry forum to standardise product information

Third Generation Active RFID Bursts onto the Scene

The third generation has a number of remarkable new systems which have just become available

Overland extends distributed NAS solutions with new Snap Server 620 & enhanced, next-gen GuardianOS, replication and backup software

Zodo’s Bowling Attains Scalable Data Protection for 48-Camera Video Surveillance System

Xerox makes it simple for SMEs to manage documents with new content management application

Businesses of all sizes are experiencing information overload – the flood of papers, electronic documents and other forms of content that are circulated on a daily basis

Motorola introduces mobile biometric identification for handheld computers

Biometric attachment for Motorola MC70 and MC75 enterprise digital assistants delivers real-time, mobile identity management to government, public safety and enterprise security agencies

BakBone adds Hammer to its Channel Tool Box

BakBone Software has announced a new distribution contract with Hammer, effective across Europe

Who needs to steal data, when you can buy it on eBay?

The personal details of a million British banking customers were being sold on eBay through the auction of computer hardware that hadn’t been properly wiped

Konica Minolta launches top-end colour system

Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd has launched its next generation high-speed colour production print system

Midwich to push sales of Canon’s LFPs into new markets

Canon has announced an agreement with specialist distributor Midwich to sell its Large Format CAD/GIS and General Use Printers

Survey reveals Green IT challenges for UK businesses

* 60% of UK businesses plan to reduce carbon footprint in the next 18 months * 61% feel pressure to reduce carbon emissions * 67% of IT managers do not know how much power their data centre draws * Only 45% enforce shutting down computers at night

Cybercriminals utilise the latest Web 2.0 techniques to inject their obfuscated malware in PDF and Flash files

In its latest Malicious Page of the Month report, Finjan describes the malicious obfuscated code evolution, including examples of its increased sophistication and effectiveness

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL certifies Kofax VRS 4.2 image enhancement technology

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL has certified the latest version of Kofax's VirtualReScan (VRS) technology for its line of production scanners after an intense round of testing

Watch and win with Blackroc and Psion Teklogix

Blackroc Distribution, in partnership with Psion Teklogix, has recently launched a brand new online animated campaign

Visioneer announces the new Travel Scanner 100

New colour mobile scanner allows users to manage documents from anywhere

PlanOn launches ultra-portable Bluetooth printer

PlanOn, provider of scanning and portable computer solutions that enhance the mobile office, has launched PRINTSTIK, an ultra portable, Bluetooth enabled printer which introduces true mobility for users

Global positioning system technology inside the Datalogic JET PDA

Now been enhanced with integrated GPS technology, making it a ‘Full Optional’ Solution

3,000 mobile terminals for Globus specialist stores

The Skeye division of Hoeft & Wessel AG is supplying 3,000 mobile terminals to the company Globus Fachmaerkte (specialist stores) in Voelklingen/Saarland

BlueStar CFO Doug Bivins receives ‘CFO of the Year’ Award

BlueStar’s CFO was presented the award by The Cincinnati Business Courier

Colortrac's CopySmart Wizard makes Canon printer magic

Colortrac's CopySmart professional colour managed scan-to-copy software is now available with specialist printer drivers which support Canon's first 44" high-speed printers

Manual track and trace of garments made easier with new RFID reader

Datamars has expanded its RFID reader portfolio with the launch of the new high-frequency Mid-Range reader R-IN1300 MID

Logistic International cuts support costs by 92%

Logistics International PLC improves the IT and support services delivered to its clients by using B2M’s mprodigy mobile management suite to manage field-engineers’ equipment

Alleged Maserati hacker accused of trying to extort cash

A 60-year-old man has been arrested and indicted on charges of hacking into and attempting to extort money from the North American branch of luxury car firm Maserati

Honeywell introduces a wireless scanning workhorse for demanding industrial environments

Honeywell has announced its newest addition to the 3800 linear bar code scanner family to meet the needs of customers who require maximum durability from their bar code scanning solution

September 2008 digital edition

Analysis: Printing & Labelling ADC: Credit where it's due Print: Driving major benefits Document Management: Extend your reach Network technology: Benefits virtually guaranteed

IronPort ‘plugs crucial web-security gap’

IronPort Systems Inc., now part of Cisco, has enhanced the protection offered by its Web-security appliances with the addition of Exploit Filtering

Upscaled Procura Managed Service at Image Integrators

Retailers helped to combat the slowdown with Accounts Payable savings

ClusterScale signs major distribution deal

Bell Micro to distribute the ClusterScale product range of load balancing and storage solutions to its UK and International reseller base

Best practice in hardware maintenance

Derek Hutchinson, sales and marketing manager at Vista Retail Support, outlines how retailers should maintain their tills and keep them running smoothly to ensure customer service is maintained at all times

BT selects 2Wire intelligent gateways to connect first homes to super-fast broadband network

2Wire Gateways Deliver Access to 100 Mb/s Fiber-Based Network

Telegesis has the key for your next ZigBee design

Telegesis, provider of advanced ZigBee modules, has released an updated version of its Zigbee transceiver in USB stick form

Symantec target of rogue antivirus application

Poser Application Tries to Trick Users Into Purchasing Faux AntiVirus Solutions

Case Study: J2 and the Cipriani Restaurant

When it came to technology, the Cipriani management team wanted a system that would be discreet, would offer total reliability, and could cope with high transaction volumes

Konica Minolta ‘turns printing trendy’ with the launch of its new multifunction printing gadget – magicolor 4690MF

September 2008 sees Konica Minolta launching its new office gadget - an all-in-one machine to print, copy, fax & scan

SNIA announces SSSI

The Storage Networking Industry Association announced at the SNIA 2008 Storage Developer Conference the formation of the Solid State Storage Initiative

Mountains of Laptops & Mobiles Left in Taxis

Research shows that almost 31,544 mobile phones have been left in New York Yellow Cabs in the last six months

Psion Teklogix unveils NEO

The latest entry-level device for enhanced mobile productivity is Psion Teklogix's next-generation, lightweight, pocket-sized, rugged, handheld computer. Features include an angled display for optimal viewing during data capture and a brilliant colour touch screen. With its compact size and an 8-hour battery, NEO is designed for today's mobile workforce.

Datalogic Mobile extends its product portfolio with DLoG X-series industrial computers

Datalogic Mobile and DLoG GmbH announce the agreement of a global OEM contract on Sep 1st, 2008

Varlink makes it to CRN Channel Awards Shortlist

Varlink, the York based specialist Mobile Computing and Data Capture hardware distributor, has been short listed for a prestigious industry award for second year running

Gap Analysis service provides channel with head start on their ISO certification programmes

Intact Integrated Services has launched a Gap Analysis service to help channel partners clearly identify the different process steps they need to take to achieve ISO certification

Psion Teklogix and NetMotion improve access and workflow together

Psion Teklogix UK has entered a co-marketing agreement with NetMotion Wireless International to leverage the high degree of compatibility between the products offered by the two companies

Mobileworker helps horticulture company go greener

Codegate has announced that Flora-tec is deploying its mobileworker field service and workforce automation software

Healthcare to avoid global IT Budget crunch

Technology vendors are up against a struggle with IT budgets expected to fall

DataCore updates SANsymphony storage virtualisation platform

Now with enhanced CDP and thin provisioning, Support for faster 8GB FC SAN connections and new data migration services

Eurotech announces the new SBC based on the Intel AtomT processor

Eurotech has been working with Intel Corporation as an early adopter of Low Power Intel Architecture (LPIA) devices

Alterian integrates Web content management with email marketing

Alterian has completed the first stage of integration between the Web content management products - Immediacy and Morello - that it acquired as part of Mediasurface less than two months ago, and the Alterian Integrated Marketing Platform

Box Mobile & Motion Computing exclusively launch the Motion Semi-Rugged F5 Tablet PC

Motion’s new rugged F5 addresses issues encountered by mobile workforces

AIM Global Elects Intermec Executive

Industry Association Taps Pat Byrne for Board of Directors

Brother creates new market opportunities for the channel

Office tech specialist Brother is opening new market sectors for its resellers with the launch of its first ever range of A3 inkjet machines

Ingram Micro EMEA acquires Intertrade

Ingram Micro EMEA, the European, Middle Eastern & African operating division of Ingram Micro Inc. has signed an agreement to purchase all the shares of Intertrade A.F. AG

Datalogic Mobile announces new Kyman-GUN WM6 models

Datalogic Mobile further expands the Kyman product line with the availability of two new handled models, featuring Windows Mobile 6 and Extra Long Range (XLR) laser

fixITlocal goes on the road to highlight opportunities for resellers

The fixITlocal network is staging a series of events around the UK giving resellers an opportunity to hear about the full range of benefits that are now available to member companies

BlueStar announces New General Manager

BlueStar has announced the recent addition of Santiago Arias (pictured) to the BlueStar Latin America team

UAE bank customers shaken by spree of ATM card fraud

It has been a jittery week in the United Arab Emirates for several banks and their many customers

VIDEO - An RFID Success Story

Peter Lai, wo lead the project explains; "NGFE's main business driver throughout this project was to ensure 100 per cent accuracy in everything we ship to our customers."

Personal data losses 'set to continue' say top sellers of ex-corporate

High profile cases of confidential personal data finding its way into the public domain will continue, unless UK organisations start to use tried and tested processes for the removal of equipment once it has reached the end of active corporate service.

Box Technologies Partners with Power Products for Self Service Kiosks

The distribution agreement with Power Products will create opportunities for the complete range of Power Products Self Service solutions

Casio launch a new generation Industrial Handheld Terminal

Featuring Three WirelessCommunication Technologies and Digital Camera

Wavelink software to be pre-licensed on Datalogic mobile devices

This marks the first time a major mobile device manufacturer is shipping devices with a pre-licensed management solution

IT consolidation succeeds when built on strong foundations

Enterprises considering an IT consolidation strategy need to ensure that consolidation of systems management tools and infrastructure policies and procedures are included in plans

Motorola launches advanced predictive 802.11n planning tool suite

The Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola, Inc. has launched a robust 802.11n planning tool suite featuring predictive networking capabilities - Motorola's 11n LANPlanner

Agfa integrates OrthoView into IMPAX

Agfa HealthCare and Meridian Technique Ltd., have signed an agreement to integrate Meridian's orthopaedic digital planning solution, OrthoView, into Agfa HealthCare's IMPAX, for Orthopaedics solution

ZyXEL and C-MI partner in launch of new security reseller programme

ZyXEL Communications UK Ltd has launched its ‘Security Elite Reseller Programme’ by signing distributor C-MI Labs Plc

Box Technologies moves exclusively into Digital Signage with Mediatile

Box Technologies will handle distribution, support and services for MediaTile’s popular Digital-Sign-in-a-Box™, Kiosk-in-a-Box™, and Broadcast Portal products.

Survey shows recession dismissed IT staff will steal your secrets – if you let them

.... that’s the stark warning from privileged identity management specialist firm Cyber-Ark

AIM Global Announces Public Review of New Bar Code Specification

DotCode Document Available for Download and Comment

DEVELOP launches ineo+ 200: The easy path to colour printing

Although colour printing is now commonplace in business and private life, there is still a general feeling that professional-quality colour is expensive and difficult

Emerson Network Power announce price increases

Emerson Network Power has announced a price increase averaging 5%, affecting the cost of Liebert products

Vocollect strengthens management team with appointment of new European Managing Director

Vocollect, Inc., a world leader in Voice-Directed Work, has announced that Gary Glessner has been appointed Vice President and Managing Director of European Operations

BlueStar to distribute Zebra G-Series printers

BlueStar, a leading solutions-based distributor, has added Zebra Technologies’ new G-Series to its printer offerings

Wasp Barcode Technologies to expand its UK Channel Programme: WASPLINK

The WASPLINK reseller programme provides a full marketing toolkit, training and technical support

ScanSource Europe will now distribute Epson POS printers and customer displays in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg in addition to the UK and France

“We are delighted to be able to distribute Epson products to resellers in these countries,” said Xavier Cartiaux, Managing Director, ScanSource Europe

Uniblue launches a brand new driver update management product

Uniblue Systems, the company behind Processlibrary.com, RegistryBooster and SpeedUpMyPC has launched the brand new product 'DriverScanner'

SupaTrak goes mobile

CMS SupaTrak, the highly successful vehicle tracking system developed by CMS Global Technologies in Swindon, is now even more mobile

Honeywell introduces specialty barcode scanners for pdf417 and high density linear barcodes

Honeywell has announced the introduction of two new versions of the globally-renowned 3800g linear barcode scanner

VIDEO: Honeywell Dolphin 9900 mobile computer

Rugged, ergonomic and feature-rich, a single mobile solution that eliminates the need for deploying multiple devices to the field.

LXE 8650 wearable Bluetooth ring scanner

Fast hands-free picking within a comfortable and reliable wireless data capture device.

ScanSafe blocks more malware in July 2008 than in the whole of 2007

In its Global Threat Report, ScanSafe reports that the total number of Web-based malware blocks has increased by 87 per cent in July 2008

Save time and energy with the new, Canon i-SENSYS

A mono laser All-In-One – with double-sided printing as standard

BlueStar now offers new Honeywell Dolphin 9900 mobile computer

The Dolphin 9900 from Honeywell, delivers a combination of seamless voice and data communication, and provides GPS-enabled location-based functionality for field service employees

DocuLex provides convenient content access with WebSearch 4.1 content management software

New features to the content management software include SharePortal, which allows the knowledge user to securely share content and collaborate with third party individuals or organizations without user logins

NASA hacker loses final extradition appeal

Gary McKinnon, the infamous NASA hacker, has lost in his attempt to get the European Court of Human Rights to hear his appeal against extradition to the United States

Dexterra launches new mobile security solution

Dexterra Inc. now offers a two-factor mobile security solution powered by the VeriSign Unified Authentication Service

Infor launches channel recruitment drive across EMEA

The campaign, which aims to significantly increase the number of Infor partners across Europe, Middle East and Africa, will comprise a series of road-shows to take place starting September 2008

Latest data loss bungles highlight the need to encrypt files and folders at source

The story that personal data of a million bank customers was found on a computer sold on eBay and the latest data loss bungle at the Home Office with thousands of criminal records on a USB key going missing, yet again highlights the need to protect sensitive data by encrypting it

Help Jonathan to raise money for the East Lancs Hospice

Jonathan Hutchings, Managing Director of Uniwell UK, takes the plunge in the Great North Swim, on behalf of the East Lancs Hospice in memory of a good friend Michael Higham who loved sailing on lake Windermere and who was cared for by the East Lancs Hospice

Virtualisation …opportunities for resellers in the next 12-18 months

IDC's 2008 European Server Virtualisation Survey found the rate of new servers being virtualised by existing virtualisation users will increase from 35% in 2007 to 52% by 2009

Brocade DCX Backbone supports KPN’s transition to Ethernet services delivery network

Brocade has announced that KPN has deployed two Brocade DCX™ Backbones in its Rotterdam data centre and plans to deploy four more in a mirrored facility in Groningen

Secure Computing’s Secure Web Protects Joy Global From Web 2.0 Threats

Secure Computing Corporation has announced that Joy Global Inc. has implemented Secure Computing’s Secure Web security appliance

Outsourcing and the retail sector

Dan Smith of Retail Assist, discusses the benefits of IT outsourcing and provides tips for success when selecting and working with a partner

CASE STUDY - A flourishing future for FloraHolland

To ensure ongoing business success, every flower cart is tracked by a bar code and an RFID system

Fluke Networks acquires intellectual property of Viola Networks

Fluke Networks has acquired the intellectual property of Viola Networks, including the technologies underpinning the popular and award-winning NetAlly product line

AM Labels introduces new Citizen CL-S700 printer

AM Labels Limited has just introduced a new Citizen mid-range printer to their already extensive range of printers, scanners and label applicators

Box Technologies Partners with Power Products

Box Technologies has announced a distribution agreement with Power Products to make available and develop opportunities for the complete range of Power Products Self Service solutions

TouchStar Technologies and ORTEC form Strategic Partnership

ORTEC is pleased to announce the formation of a strategic alliance with TouchStar Technologies, leading specialist within the mobile computing and wireless communication markets

Confidential data on every prisoner in England and Wales lost on USB drive

The British Home Office has confirmed that a USB memory stick containing the unencrypted personal details of convicted criminals has gone missing

Eurotech helps improve process control and error detection in automotive production processes

Process Control, error detection and correction is a critical part of the automotive manufacturing process

Intel appoints Hammer for Nordics

Intel and Hammer have announced that Hammer has been authorised on the Intel Server & Storage product line for the four Nordic countries

Tough New Competitor - Powerscan® PD7100

Code Red Distribution has announced the introduction of the new Datalogic rugged industrial linear imager

Dematic and Vocollect partner to deliver Voice-Directed solutions to international market

Dematic GmbH and Vocollect Inc. have announced a European distribution agreement that will see Dematic become a Distributor of Vocollect's voice applications across the region

BBC laptop theft – ‘Previous incidents should have served as a warning’

The BBC has confirmed that a laptop and several memory sticks containing names, addresses, phone numbers and holiday details has been stolen from a staff vehicle

Document Management is Crucial to Public Sector's Green IT Strategy

Following the publication of the Government’s Green IT strategy, ‘Greening Government ICT’, Lynne Munns, General Manager of Version One, stresses the important role document management systems must play in meeting Government targets

Two Technologies’ new ultra-rugged handheld computer works long hours in harsh land and sea applications

Two Technologies, Inc. introduces the Hydrus ultra-rugged and powerful hand held computer designed for long-term daily operation in the harshest working conditions

Baracoda’s scanners now in Scandinavia

Thanks to the RoadRunners, the Norwegian Post automates its parcel logistics and delivery operations

Sharp launches the MX-3100N and MX-2600N colour workgroup MFPs

Sharp has launched the next-generation of colour workgroup MFPs, which will offer businesses an affordable and high-quality colour service

BETT 2009 – technology in education event

BETT has proven itself to be a leading technology in education event over the past 25 years and 2009 is set to be a fine celebration of this milestone

JustSystems’ xfy achieves ready for IBM Retail Integration Framework status

JustSystems has successfully completed testing of xfy (pronounced ‘x-fye’), its document-based composite application for the IBM Retail Integration Framework

Don't let the credit crunch send you to jail

FAST survey reveals that 79 percent of company directors would be happy to avoid buying legitimate software licences to save money

Datacentre services company, ControlCircle, opens new UK Information Office for press & analysts

The datacentre services market is generating considerable interest and experiencing marked growth as an increasing number of companies look to shift from a distributed computing model to a centralised one to better manage IT assets

Extech to provides mobile printers for the new Pan-European Alliance, PROVIDIS

Extech Data Systems will provide mobile products for the new AIDC distribution Cooperative, PROVIDIS

Hackers disguise malicious email attack as news from MSNBC

The hacking gang who have been bombarding internet users’ inboxes worldwide with dangerous emails claiming to be breaking news from CNN, have changed their disguise

SASBoy delivers high performance and energy savings for fixed content

Nexsan has announced the availability of SASBoy, a high-density, Serial Attached SCSI storage solution

Marshal attains Microsoft Gold Certified Partner satus

Secure email and Web gateway security provider Marshal has attained Gold Certified Partner status in the Microsoft Partner Programme with competency in Network Infrastructure

Global survey shows IT channel seeing growth in RFID projects

The channel has said its customers are showing more interest in radio frequency identification technology, according to a new survey conducted by CompTIA

Hospital manager sacked over stolen laptop

Colchester University Hospital has sacked one of its managers following the theft of his work laptop containing the unencrypted names, postcodes and treatment plans of several thousand patients

Satisfaction Among Project Management Software Buyers Falls Short

Survey Shows Better Integration of People-Process-Tools Critical to ROI

Netintelligence launches channel recruitment drive

Internet security company Netintelligence is seeking partners to expand its indirect channel selling its award-winning portfolio of 'Software as a Service' solutions

APC expands product range for high density server and networking applications

APC by Schneider Electric has expanded the Enclosure and Rack Power Distribution product ranges, to enhance product options available to customers

Retail Assist secures renewal of IT outsourcing agreement with adams kids’

Retail Assist, has announced that its long-standing client, adams kids, has renewed its IT outsourcing relationship in a £multi-million, 5-year contract

Toshiba’s ‘Get the Disk’ game competition heats up as entries flood in

Toshiba Europe Storage Device Division has announced that entry numbers to its ‘Get the Disk’ game competition has already surpassed expectations

Esker partners with Fujitsu Imaging to help organisations quit paper

Esker S.A. has announced a new partnership with Fujitsu Europe Limited

CASE STUDY - Hellmann Worldwide Logistics relies on Printronix

Hellman uses printers in a range of application areas for smooth-running, fast and reliable flow of goods

Konica Minolta show theme is Black is Back

Konica Minolta has forged ahead recently with groundbreaking colour production print systems

Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation chooses Maxa Solutions’ charity software, CHARiot, to help develop business

Pat Tisdale, Director of Retail manager at Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation said: “We required a real leap forward in getting information to help us grow the business"

BlueStar gives away $50,000 in business solutions

BlueStar recently held a successful Executive One-on-One Cocktail Reception at RSPA’s RetailNOW show

Don't get hacked off at the Olympic Games

China hosts 31.3% of all web-based malware

Horizon announces ‘White Label’ Professional Services to support ShoreTel channel

Resellers can sell quality PS to their customers ‘badged’ as their own

Survival of the fittest

In a downturn, winning business internationally could be a key survival tactic

JD Williams and Spirit go shopping for new mobile computers

Companies with large warehouses need to be able to identify and move stock with speed, reliability and accuracy

Code Red Distribution announces new and improved website

Code Red Distribution, Sussex based specialist distributor of mobile computing and Auto ID products is pleased to announce the re-launch of their website

Infosecurity adviser says there are greater intrusions to fear than the DNA database

Mike Barwise, from Infosecurity Adviser, the online forum run by the Infosecurity Europe team, has revealed he is less concerned about the privacy issues that the National DNA Database creates than other planned government files

‘Entente Cordiale’ as J2 expands into France

Specialist manufacturer of PC-based touchscreens, LCD touchscreen monitors and point-of-sale hardware, J2 Retail Systems, has announced its expansion into the French EPoS market

British Library goes paperless

The British Library is electronically storing and approving over 3,000 purchase invoices each month with Version One's document imaging technology, DbArchive

Eurotech’s new Low Power ISIS & PROTEUS using the Intel AtomT processor

Eurotech has been working with Intel Corporation as an early adopter of the Low Power Intel Architecture

Free Seminar For Supply Chain Professionals - 12th November 2008

‘Recession-Busting Strategies For The Supply Chain’

APC announces trade-off tools

Web-based applications that simplify the data centre decision making process

Motorola centralises remote management for enterprise mobile devices

The Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola, Inc. has announced the availability of its Mobility Services Platform 3.2

Jacada signs Mmaterial contract with global retailer

Jacada Ltd have announced that it has entered into a material agreement with a new customer, a global retailer headquartered in the United States

Aeromark’s Optimatics and Workflow DynMX solution help steamline business process

Lantec is rolling out Aeromark’s integrated Optimatics and the recently launched Workflow DynMX solution to its 175 field engineers

Genesis launches hosted MS CRM 4.0 for mobile

Mobile data solutions provider, Genesis Communications, has launched Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0 as a hosted service available on mobile devices

Zebra Partner Programme Offers Growth Opportunities for ScanSource Europe Resellers

ScanSource Europe resellers working in the unattended printing market are set to benefit from the new strand of Zebra’s PartnersFirst programme

Was terrorist email sent from home user’s unsecured wi-fi?

Anyone who has been following the international news in the last week or so, will be aware of the horrendous bombings that have taken place in India

Motorola introduces WLAN mesh-enabled access point for hazardous environment duty

The Enterprise Mobility business of Motorola, Inc. has announced the latest member of its outdoor access point product family

Healthcare attire supplier implements wash proof, totally traceable label system in the UK & China

Buckley Lamb is a manufacturer of healthcare attire with a customer base in the UK, throughout Europe and, more recently, in China

McAfee agrees to acquire Reconnex

McAfee, Inc. has announced a definitive agreement to acquire privately owned Reconnex for $46 million in cash

The booming business of active RFID and RTLS

The RFID business is quintupling in value in the next ten years but the Active RFID business is growing about ten times

VIDEO - Zetes BHS Case Study

BHS video Case study, showcasing Zetes Nucleus In Store and Stock Audit Solutions.

Wavelink Partnership with Datalogic Mobile Brings Together Industry Leaders in Mobile Software and Hardware

Wavelink Corporation and Datalogic Mobile today announced an industry leading strategic alliance

IBC EUROFORUM: Auto ID Tradeshow EURO ID 2009

5th International Trade Fair and Knowledge Forum for Automatic Identification

UK SMEs waste more than £42.2 million per day in revenues looking for documents

Searching for documents is costing SMEs a staggering £42.2million per day in lost revenue, according to independent research released today

O’Neil introduces the microFlash 2te mobile printer

O’Neil Product Development, Inc. has launched a new, extremely small, rugged and reliable 2-inch wireless portable thermal printer

Varlink announces new wristband printer

Varlink is pleased to introduce the new HC100 wristband printer from Zebra Technologies

New NiceLabel Developer Series 5.2 released

Take advantage of SDK benefits to master global markets and escalate in mobile applications development!

Partners Celebrate Success at Version One Partner Day

Champagne corks were popping at Version One's recent Annual Partner Day at Nottingham Racecourse after the document management and imaging software author handed out eight awards in recognition of its partners' achievements over the past twelve months

The Economist Group selects invoice automation from Image Integrators

Image Integrators Limited, has revealed that The Economist Group has selected its software for supplier invoice process and workflow automation

I.R.I.S. scores at Digital Consumer Channel CIS 2008

I.R.I.S. Group has been nominated for “Best Product Innovation” at the Digital Consumer Channel CIS, the defining event for the retail channel in Russia & CIS held last week in Moscow

AIM Global Taps Industry Expert to Lead Organization into the Future

Dr. Clive Hohberger of Zebra Technologies Elected New Board Chairman.

RFID and Extended Capabilities

Rich Bravman, of Intelleflex Corporation talks about extended capability RFID, its potential applications and the state of the RFID market.

Siemens develops indirect channel model

Distribution approach adopted to provide enhanced support and service to partners, increase market share and enable partners to win more business

Logistics International uses and resells B2M's mprodigy

B2M Solutions has signed Logistics International PLC as a certified reseller of its mprodigy mobile management system

ScanSource Europe expands UK office space

In order to better serve its customers, ScanSource Europe has doubled its office space in the UK in Hull and Crawley

Albyn Housing Society chooses Kodak’s i1420 scanner technology to handle Highland Housing Register applications

25% reduction in time taken to process paperwork means properties occupied faster

Increased use of spam spreads malware

PandaLabs has detected an increase in spam combined with social engineering to spread malware

Datalogic introduces ‘a new concept of 2D imager’

Datalogic Automation has announced the availability of the Matrix 200 2D imager

Rapidly broadening interest in RFID

Being an enabling technology, like paper or the wheel, though somewhat more recent, RFID is now being applied ever more broadly

Staying focused – a few guidelines to growing a business when finding clients is becoming more difficult

Unless there is a significant change in attitude by the business community as a whole, it is likely that we will talk ourselves even deeper into an economic downturn

BlueStar announces New Latin America Marketing Manager

BlueStar, a leading solutions-based distributor for Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, RFID, and Mobility products, has announced the recent addition of Anastasia Semeraro (pictured) to the BlueStar Latin America team

EPoS case study - THE IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM

Read how Imperial War Museum moved to software from Cybertill and EPoS tills from J2 Retail Systems to run the retail operations at their five visitor venues

Avnet Technology Solutions launches new series of storage solutions

Avnet Technology Solutions Ltd has launched a series of packaged Storage Solutions to help business partners in the UK offer simplified storage solutions to customers

Secureseal appointed UK and European VAR for asset tracker

Secureseal has signed a landmark agreement with Axonn, a US-based pioneer in global satellite tracking technology

Sophos proxy blocking allows channel to keep school networks secure

Sophos has announced new key features to its managed WS1000 web security appliance that enable organisations to keep pace with evasive end-user tools, and the latest threats to security and compliance

Lantronix launches improved website

The new site offers a simplified interface to help visitors better understand the full range of Lantronix’s products and platforms

Toshiba and Avapac save time and money for the Erotica Show

The Erotica trade show and exhibition has reduced costs, ticket printing times, long queues at registration and curtailed the opportunity for forgery by introducing the B-SA4TP printer from Toshiba and LABTIC software from Avapac

Resellers flock to ScanSource Europe Partner Tour

The first two dates of the ScanSource Europe Partner Tour proved a huge success, with more than 150 resellers present at each location

The right advertisement for Psion Teklogix’ iKôn PDA

With so many field-based workers, mobile communications play an important role in Insert’s business

British Red Cross selects Cybertill EPoS software

Nationwide roll-out to 330 stores in 2008

New Facebook profile design marred by security slip-up

Privacy breach exposed users' hidden dates of birth

Byblos applies Avery Dennison RFID tag system to reduce 30 per cent in stock and 65 per cent wait time in cash desks and inventory

Byblos, a book retailer in Portugal, has deployed the RFID technology in its new 4500 square-metre store in Lisbon, Byblos Amoreiras, to track over 350,000 books, games and videos

New Xerox DocuMate scanners ‘ease office workloads’

Visioneer has announced two new easy-to-use scanners that help users boost office productivity by scanning, emailing and copying documents at the touch of a single button

New 8-channel UHF Multiplexer by FEIG Electronic

With the new 8-channel UHF Multiplexer ID ISC.ANT.UMUX, several UHF antennas can be connected to one UHF Reader

B2M joins Psion Teklogix in alliance partnership

Leveraging the synergies between the two companies, the partnership will provide the market with a complete solution for managing mobile technology

Fujitsu Services equips new £44m Tier 3 data centre

Aperture Technologies provides its biggest UK client with VISTA 400/500 for greener, more efficient, cost-effective infrastructure management at its state-of-the-art new data centre site

e-delivery team on green IT procurement

As the world’s Green IT frenzy continues, e-procurement specialist Peter Robbins talks to key members of the Department for Work and Pensions’ EDT, Delivery and Transformation Group

Printing with Bluetooth

Bluetooth is enabling end users to increase productivity and minimise costs, by eliminating the need for inconvenient, costly, and potentially hazardous cables

Varlink announces launch of new G-Series desktop printers by Zebra Technologies

Varlink, the York-based mobile computing and data capture specialist distributor has introduced the new G-series direct thermal and thermal transfer desktop printers from Zebra Technologies

Belgravium appoints new UK Director of Sales

Belgravium Ltd, a market leader in enterprise mobile computing solutions, has announced the appointment of Peter Marsh (pictured) to the position of Sales Director

LOOKING FORWARD TO SELF SERVICE EXPO EUROPE 2008 & THE DIGITAL SIGNAGE SHOW EUROPE

Now in its 3rd successful year, KioskCom Self Service Expo Europe is quickly becoming the European business portal for the latest in self service and kiosk technology

IT Reseller reviews LXE's new 8650 wearable Bluetooth ring scanner.

If you’re looking for a solution that offers fast hands-free picking within a comfortable and reliable wireless data capture device, take a closer look LXE's ruggedised Bluetooth ring scanner.

The global rise in digital devices and the associated hunger for data is triggering a tremendous boom in the storage media market

The market, however, has changed in recent years ......

Smith & Nephew ensures product labelling compliance with Ultimate from Episys

Smith & Nephew has deployed an integrated labelling solution, Ultimate™ Suite from Episys to ensure industry-leading labelling

Box Technologies & Datalogic Scanning – new retail partnership

Box Technologies has announced a new retail distribution partnership with Datalogic Scanning Inc, the third largest AIDC business worldwide

New RFID mini-chip revolutionises personal garment identification

Datamars announces the launch of 'PersonalChip', one of the smallest and thinnest high frequency RFID laundry tags on the market

Aeromark tracking solution helps enhance customer service and SLA performance

SPG Ltd, a leading retail refrigeration services company, has successfully deployed Aerotrack, a vehicle tracking solution from Aeromark

BlueStar announces European acquisition

BlueStar, a leader in solutions-based distribution of Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, RFID, and Mobility products, has acquired the assets of PSD-PrintScan—a German-based distributor of Automatic Identification products in Europe

National Film Transport Logistics provides track and trace service to the Film Distribution Industry based on Skillweb’s 2020ePOD

Skillweb, a leading supplier of innovative mobile computing solutions for the logistics industry has provided a full track and trace managed service to National Film Transport Logistics

Microsoft issues security fixes, but warns of unpatched Word flaw

Vulnerabilities discovered in SQL Server, Exchange Server and Windows

Recruitment Process Outsourcing market booms despite economic downturn

RPO is growing rapidly and has the potential to be a multi-billion dollar market, taking advantage of the trend towards single process deals in human resources outsourcing

Square One doubles parcels business

Square One Distribution has doubled its parcels business thanks to an innovative e-commerce website developed by NetDespatch

Voxware expands presence in Europe

New Office Opened to Serve Growing Partner and Customer Community

Storage Expo - Oct 2008 - London

Storage Expo, the UK’s definitive event for data storage, information and content management, provides the opportunity to compare the most comprehensive range of solutions and services from leading suppliers

Kyman: another mobile computer joins Datalogic Mobile’s Windows Mobile 6 family

New models of Kyman mobile computers, are now available to satisfy the needs of the market in terms of mobile communication, interoperability, development and third party application compatibility

E-procurement systems 'sharpen the focus on corporate social responsibility'

Corporate Social Responsibility programmes are having a greater impact on the way in which companies select and trade with suppliers than ever before

More malicious attacks on the threat horizon, warns ISF

The Information Security Forum is warning of an increase in malicious threats including attacks from organised crime and industrial espionage, along with a rise in mobile malware and Web 2.0 vulnerabilities

Xerox DocuMate 262i scanner - test results

‘excellent value’, says Buyers Laboratory Inc.

Ryzex extends its services across Europe

Ryzex has announced the extension of its service team to include a network of 2,500 specialist wireless engineers

CommVault announces strategic partnership with Magirus

CommVault has announced that Magirus International will now offer CommVault® Simpana software as part of its storage and data management portfolio

Zebra secures payments for G4S

G4S Cash Services (UK) has adopted Zebra Technologies’ MZ mobile printers for use by couriers

Avnet Technology Solutions awarded Gold Distributor Status by Fujitsu Services

Avnet Technology Solutions has been recognised as one of six Fujitsu Gold Distributors as part of the 2008 Fujitsu Services’ Supplier Management Programme

FalconStor introduces VTL OpenStorage Option for integration with Veritas NetBackup OpenStorage API

FalconStor VTL OpenStorage Option, qualified by Symantec, provides management simplicity and high speed throughput via Fibre Channel connectivity

Handheld Europe introduces new rugged tablet computer

Handheld Europe has launched the new Algiz 10 rugged tablet computer

VIDEO: IT Reseller reviews the new Honeywell Dolphin 9900 mobile computer

Rugged, ergonomic and feature-rich, a single mobile solution that eliminates the need for deploying multiple devices to the field.

4th of July malware attack targets holidaying American computer users

Independence Day brings dawn attack on computer users

Shape shifting malware threat reported by Swiss cybercrime operation

Geoff Sweeney (pictured), CTO with Tier-3, the behavioural analysis IT security specialist, has echoed remarks made by the head of the Swiss cybercrime operation

DocuWare and ABBYY cooperate

Focus on Optimising Processes

BlueStar to distribute the Tx700 and Tx800

BlueStar, the solutions-based distributor for Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, Mobility, and RFID products, is distributing LXE's T700 and Tx800 vehicle mount computers

New NiceLabel 5.2. available

With over 500 upgrades, its more powerful than ever!

HONEYWELL ACQUIRES METROLOGIC INSTRUMENTS

Honeywell have completed its acquisition of Metrologic Instruments, Inc., a leading manufacturer of laser and mobile imaging and remote scanning, for approximately $720 million.

Honeywell have launched its new Dolphin® 9900 Mobile Computer

Combination of Robust Features and Ergonomic, Rugged Design Optimized for the Industrial Mobile Worker

Beaverbrooks relies on Vodat International to stay ahead on customer service

Beaverbrooks, a prestige retail jeweller, is reporting substantial business benefits after upgrading its network solution from Vodat International

Handheld expands to the Italian market

Handheld Europe has announced its expansion into the Italian market with the start of a new subsidiary, Handheld Italia Srl.

StorMagic expands its outreach in Europe with new pan-European channel partnership

StorMagic, a fast-growing developer of iSCSI SAN management software, has partnered with leading European storage reseller transtec AG in a move that will see the company strengthen its outreach to end users

Kofax Document Exchange Server achieves compatibility with Ricoh products to offer expanded front-office capture capabilities

Kofax plc has announced that Kofax Document Exchange Server has achieved compatibility with multifunction products from Ricoh

NHS Trust chooses Salford Software to manage staff identity

The Mid Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust has awarded a contract worth in the region of £80,000 to Salford Software for the provision of Novell Identity Manager

Calor to enhance fuel delivery with TouchPC Kestrel

Calor’s ‘total quality’ approach recently involved the successful upgrade of the “Calor Cylinder” fuel delivery system

Chinese scientists shortlist StreetMapper for 3D City mapping project

The Chinese Academy of Sciences Shenzen Institute of Advanced Technology has short-listed mobile mapping system, StreetMapper, to support an active research project on Digital City

Popular tennis websites struck in latest malware attack, Sophos warns

Tennis fans at risk as hackers infect websites during Wimbledon tournament

Mobile phones ‘set to save $600 million for aviation industry’

Research by SITA shows that the world’s 3.2 billion mobile phones could be transformed into indispensable air travel tools within five years

BakBone expands Oracle capabilities and continues to make data protection a simple process for customers

BakBone Software continues to enhance its breadth of technologies and bring powerful, easy-to-use products to market with the newest release of NetVault: Backup Application Plugin Module for Oracle

New MASERGY Partner Alliance Programme Increases Compensation Payouts for All Channel Sales

Enhanced compensation plan combines upfront and ongoing residual payments

June 2008 digital edition

Special Report: Getting connected ADC: Full support on hand Print: Battling ID card crime Document Management: The third wave Network technology: Virtualised security

Nordic ID launches the Morphic into the UK – Go Wi-Fi with RF600 applications

Nordic ID UK distributor, Worldwide Solutions, is pre-launching the new Nordic ID Morphic into the UK Market

Crownlea Group implements new document management system

Eastman Kodak Company has announced that Crownlea Group is installing the latest version of Filestream’s EDM software, along with 40 simplex Kodak i30 workgroup scanners

Aruba and Riverbed announce solutions for mobile workers and the server-less remote office

Aruba Networks, Inc. and Riverbed Technology, Inc. have announced a joint solution that allows mobile and remote users to achieve LAN-like access to data and applications wherever they work or roam

Lexmark improves signage printing for retailers

Lexmark has partnered with Episys, a signage vendor, to help retailers print up-to-date pricing and promotional signage in-store

Third win confirms J2 as system of choice for cinema sector

‘Hat trick’ for J2 Retail Systems, as Cineworld signs up for nationwide EPoS replacement programme

APC and TAC Management Platforms to integrate with IBM Software to provide customers with energy efficient data centre solutions

APC by Schneider Electric has announced plans to integrate APC and TAC software management platforms with IBM Tivoli Monitoring energy management software

ITESOFT launches end-to-end solution for invoice processing in Oracle E-Business suite

ITESOFT, a leading producer of electronic document capture and automatic processing solutions, has launched an end-to-end solution for supplier invoice processing in Oracle environments.

The largest shows ever, with more implemented business discussions

A record 1,551 exhibitors and 118,876 visitors converged in Tokyo for eight concurrent IT exhibitions

Eurotech introduces DuraCOR 1000

Eurotech Ltd’s DuraCOR 1000 series of products are an ideal solution for applications ranging from advanced video capture and compression using MPEG4 and JPEG-2000

Honeywell's Adaptus Imaging Technology chosen for HP scan-and-print handheld

Honeywell has announced that its Adaptus Imaging Technology 5.0 was selected as the data collection technology in the HP Handheld sp400 All-in-One (AiO) wireless device

Hospital laptops stolen containing information on 20,000 patients

Six stolen laptops highlight need for strict control on data

New European EPC/RFID implementation guidelines published

GS1, the global not-for-profit standards and solutions organisation, has developed a European guide to help companies plan and prepare their EPC/RFID deployments

Star Micronics names Top Distributor for 2007

BlueStar, distributor of Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, Mobility, and RFID products, has been recognised by Star Micronics America, Inc. as its 2007 Distributor of the Year

Nationwide selects EDM Group for 'Scan on Demand' Document Management

Document management solutions provider EDM Group has announced that Nationwide Building Society has chosen EDM Group's Scan on Demand business solution for flexible access to archived customer data

New research reveals UK’s top 100 retailers’ concerns over spiralling data centre energy costs

On average, top UK retailers are overspending by £1.25 million a year on the power needed to run their data centres which can equate to 50 per cent of total data centre costs and 10 per cent of their total energy bills

O’NEIL OFFERS ENHANCED SECURITY AND ENCRYPTION PROTOCOLS ON ALL 802.11-EQUIPPED PORTABLE PRINTERS

Advanced Capabilities for Security and Encryption of Data Provides More Security Options, PCI DSS Compatibility, a Consistent Platform, and a Unique Framework for Protecting Future Application and Installation Requirements

Extreme Networks solutions chosen for office building of the future

Extreme Networks has announced the integration of its core-to-edge BlackDiamond, Summit X250 and X450 switches into Targetspace’s revolutionary Baskerville House managed office space in Birmingham by one of the UK’s leading Integrated Services Communications provider essensys.

Equinix Datacentres enable Camelot to deliver cutting-edge UK National Lottery for the next 10 years

Equinix Inc. has announced that Camelot will deploy operations for its new communications network in one of Equinix’s European datacentres

NVIDIA rewards the channel

NVIDIA is piloting a brand new incentive scheme for the channel which credits resellers in the UK with cash rewards based on their purchase of NVIDIA products

Datalogic Mobile achieves SAP Certified Integration status

Partners now guaranteed compatibility with all SAP solutions

Motorola completes Iceland’s Public Safety Network

Motorola, Inc. has completed the roll-out of Iceland’s nationwide public safety communications network, on behalf of Neydarlinan 112, in just 12 months

Toshiba launches its fastest ever colour multifunctional products

Toshiba Tec UK Imaging Systems Ltd has launched its new multifunctional products, developed specifically to enable users to print, scan, copy and fax faster, and to a very high quality

Brocade extends data centre performance

Brocade has announced a series of data centre fabric switches and server HBAs that deliver a new level of end-to-end data centre networking performance

IVT announces 'extended-range' Bluetooth products

IVT has launched its new 'extended-range' Bluetooth portfolio of products for fixed-mobile convergence

Accu-Sort announces new systems for tire industry

Accu-Sort Systems has launched a suite of solutions for the special demands of reading bar codes in the tire manufacturing industry

Intermec ‘delivers new standard’ in plug-and-play scanning

The auto-adapting SR30 handheld bar code scanner

Sophos assists Computer Crime Unit in bringing botnet master to justice

Notorious Hacker and botnet controller sentenced to 41 months in prison and fined $65,000

Sciamed appointed by Psion Teklogix as supplier for Scotland and North East England

Barcode and data capture specialist Sciamed has been appointed by Psion Teklogix as its first Premier Partner for sales in Scotland and North East England

JLT takes offers dual-core processing power for in-vehicle computing

Rugged mobile computing pioneer JLT has extended the potential of its vehicle mounted terminal range by integrating the latest in power-house processing

Call recording market set to grow ten-fold

Increasing legal requirements and a need to improve management control, boost productivity and cut operating costs, will drive major growth

Handheld Europe Introduces Algiz 13 rugged notebook computer

The Algiz 13 is a convertible notebook computer which means that users can use it like a tablet or flip the screen for a more typical laptop configuration

Vibrant RFID markets

The global RFID market continues its rapid growth as record orders up to $0.5 billion each are serviced

Zycko expands further across EMEA

Just a few months after the opening offices in Italy and Benelux, Zycko is continuing its global expansion - this time launching offices in Madrid, Munich and Stockholm

APC offers redundancy and increased capacity with Parallel Smart-UPS VT Units: Compact Three-Phase Power Protection

APC by Schneider Electric has announced the availability of parallel capability for its APC Smart-UPS VT three-phase power protection line

MiniFrame launches next generation PC

Innovative multi-user software is new kid on the virtualisation block

New service programme by Datalogic Mobile

With the launch of the new service programme, EASEOFCARE, Datalogic Mobile takes care of its customers’ business, offering a complete range of post-sales services to promote full coverage while reducing paper work and complexity

ONStor in strategic alliance with Fujitsu

ONStor Inc. has entered into a strategic alliance with Fujitsu Computer Systems Corporation and has certified the Fujitsu ETERNUS4000 and ETERNUS8000 storage systems

Codegate Mobilecourier tracks 2 million APC Overnight parcels in real time

Mobile data solutions specialist Codegate has provided UK independent courier network, APC Overnight, with its Mobilecourier automated proof of delivery and signature capture software solution

Mayrise mobile keeps streets in top condition

Bournemouth Borough Council has implemented a state-of-the-art highways mobile information system from Mayrise Systems

FalconStor develops storage replication adapter

FalconStor Software Inc has developed a storage replication adapter for VMware site recovery manager to enable automated disaster recovery and instant access to critical applications

Beauty contest winner becomes latest victim of online phishing fraudsters

Miss Scarborough has £10,000 stolen from her bank account by phishers

New handheld RFID reader for mobile computers

Intermec has introduced the IP30 add-on RFID reader, a compact, globally-certified solution for adding mobile RFID read/write capability to the latest generation of Intermec mobile computers

Interface adds Cipherlab to Auto-ID line-up

Just 8 months after the launch of its auto-ID unit, value-add distributor, Interface, can now offer UK auto-ID resellers a complete solution to target large organisations

How much is your EPOS data worth?

Uniwell Systems offers comprehensive web based reporting system for as little as £1 per day

Evolis to strengthen sales in Asia

Evolis, the European plastic cards personalisation solutions provider, has announced the opening of a representative office in Japan.

Vox pop highlights virtualisation becoming a 'green reality'

A recent poll has revealed that nearly 68% respondents now recognise the significant green computing benefits that virtualisation can provide

B2M Solutions gives channel partners the ability to add greater value

B2M Solutions has responded to the demands of mobile line of business users with its mprodigy mobile management suite, giving its channel partners greater opportunities to add value to their mobile deployments

UK remains nation of ‘hard copy hoarders

Research shows people prefer paper proof of purchases

MMF Cash Drawer teams with BlueStar for CFF fundraiser

BlueStar teamed up recently with MMF Cash Drawer to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's "Great Strides: Taking Steps for a Cure."

iCore signs reseller agreement for IBM Asset and Service Management solutions

IT management consultancy iCore has signed its first reseller agreement with DNS Arrow for IBM Maximo asset management solutions and IBM's service desk product, Tivoli Service Request Manager

In Russian with love

Datamax M-Class Mark II printers now offer Russian language messages on their front panel display to enhance the operator experience

From the Warehouse to the Pharmacy with vo-CE and Wi-Fi

Each department’s activities are controlled with maximum efficiency from the relationship with suppliers and material acquisition to production phases, stocking and distribution, thanks to use of advanced technology

ScanDoc selected to sell powerful business software

ScanDoc Ltd has been approved as a Laserfiche value-added reseller in time to sell their most anticipated and talked about suite of products ever, Laserfiche 8

Riverbed Announces More Powerful Central Management Console

CMC 5.0 Provides Network Administrators with Visibility, Simplified Management and Centralised Security Management

22 suspected computer hackers arrested in France

Gang alleged to have to have broken into corporate networks in France, Russia and Iceland

Genesis on track for success with new product launch

Mobile data specialist Genesis Communications is continuing its ambitious growth strategy with the launch of a new range of asset management services

Integration with CODA’s Dream software

Urban fashion retailer, All Saints, automates purchase invoicing with Procura from Image Integrators

Honeywell launches Dolphin 7600 mobile computer with GSM technology and Windows Mobile 6

The added technologies empower users with wide area networking capability and improved tools for fast and secure mobile application use

Till security and better staff management for THE BAR NEYLAND

Thanks to a state-of-the-art, touchscreen EPoS system from J2 and Haven

Countryside Council for Wales controls Document Mayhem with TOWER Software

Government's statutory advisor on natural beauty manages rate of information growth with TRIM Context electronic document and records management system

VIDEO: ScanSource Europe’s Partner Tour comes to the UK

Over 200 resellers attended the event, held at the Williams Formula One Conference Centre in Oxfordshire. IT Reseller was also at the event to bring you this special video report.

Avnet Signs Printer Distribution Agreement

Avnet Technology Solutions has entered into a Pan-European distribution agreement with Datamax/O’Neil

Handheld expands into Latin America

Handheld has announced its continued global expansion by joining forces with Latin America distributor, SC Technologies

WHSmith PLC is expanding its use of Voice-Directed Work deployment

This follows the impressive benefits the company has seen during the past four years of using VoiteQ's voice solutions, based on the Vocollect Voice offering

DocsCorp and DocAuto, Inc. form strategic alliance

DocsCorp, a leading PDF integration workflow solution provider, has formed a new strategic alliance with DocAuto, Inc., the leading developer of software applications for the Interwoven WorkSite platform

BlueStar distributes LXE Bluetooth Ring Scanner

BlueStar, a solutions-based distributor for Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, Mobility, and RFID products, is distributing the LXE 8650 Bluetooth Ring Scanner, a barcode scanner with hands-free mobility

Pegaso PDA by Datalogic Mobile now available with Windows Mobile 6.0 and E-GPRS

Datalogic Mobile has announced the availability of Windows Mobile 6.0 and E-GPRS communications for the Pegaso PDA

Tandberg signs agreement with Micro-P

Tandberg Data has signed a distribution agreement with Micro-Peripherals to service the UK market

Fraudsters spam out Trojan Horse as China earthquake news story

Following phishing attempts, cybercriminals turn their attentions to infecting computers

Bill Nix Joins BlueStar as Director of Global Channel Marketing & Sales

BlueStar, the leading innovator in solutions-based distribution for Auto ID, Point-of-Sale, RFID, and Mobility products, is proud to announce the recent addition of Bill Nix to the BlueStar team

IMMERSIVE DISPLAY UK LAUNCH REVOLUTIONARY NEW 3D AUDIO VISUAL BILLBOARD AT THE EXHIBITING SHOW 2008

A cutting-edge audio visual company are using the Exhibiting Show 2008 to launch their revolutionary new range of 3D digital hemispherical and spherical advertising signs

Employees in the Netherlands and Nordics ‘are more routinely working on wrong or out-of-date files’

The findings from a new independent survey reveals that when it comes to computer file management, the habits of employees in the Netherlands and the Nordics are worse than their peers in the UK and Republic of Ireland!

What are we doing?

Intel have launched Intel® Technology Provider, an extension of their very successful Intel® Channel Partner Programme designed specifically for reseller salespeople

Pavers selects Epson's IR-700 for point of sale

Pavers has implemented Epson's advanced Intelligent Register - the IR-700 and software from Eurostop

BakBone Introduces NetVault: Report Manager Pro

BakBone Software now offers NetVault: Report Manager Pro, an update to BakBone's NetVault: Report Manager solution

Ricoh launches Barcode Scanning Digital Camera

Camera embeds barcode data into high-resolution images

Deacom enhances Document Management system for manufacturers

Deacom, Inc. has announced the addition of the DEACOM document linker to the DEACOM Integrated Accounting and Enterprise Resource Planning Software System

Riverbed partners to provide best-of-breed network visibility

Riverbed Technology is expanding its partner ecosystem and alliances with select visibility partners within the Riverbed Technology Alliance

AG Group hits the mark with print and copy overhaul at Longley Park Sixth Form College

College achieves significant print and copy cost savings through combination of Canon multifunctional printers and software solutions

Datalogic introduces new industrial-strength scanners

Datalogic Scanning Inc. has launched the PowerScan D8500 2D handheld imager

Intermec PW50 printer brings maximum convenience to direct store delivery applications

Intermec introduces the PW50, a rugged workboard printer that provides a convenient, integrated solution to simplify operations for workers in Direct Store Delivery, Home Delivery, and Field Service applications

The Metrologic Genesis from DED

Ready to use straight out of the box, Metrologic’s MS7580 Genesis presentation area imager is engineered to decode all standard 1D, PDF and 2D codes

Frost & Sullivan recognises Insightix’s differentiating approach in the network access control industry

Based on its recent analysis of the network access control industry, Frost & Sullivan has presented Insightix with the 2008 Global Frost & Sullivan Award for Best Product Differentiation for a Network Access Control Solution

Japanese P2P virus writer convicted, but escapes jail

Malware displayed anime characters as it wiped movie and music files

GGP mapping system helps highway authorities improve road works management

GIS company GGP Systems has launched a new system to help minimise traffic disruption caused by street works on Britain’s roads

APC by Schneider Electric expands KVM switch

Expansion includes virtual media, up to eight IP users and 32 ports

Are you an ‘animal’ at the printer?

Are you like a Parrot and need colour in everything regardless of cost? Or are you a Cheetah and need everything at speed? Or perhaps you are a Panda or Polar Bear and are happy with everything in black and white?

Motorola Trials TETRA Network Underground during War Game Simulation at The Wieliczka Salt Mine

Motorola Inc. has announced its trial of a TETRA (TErrestrial Trunked RAdio) communications network in Poland, within the chambers of the Wieliczka Salt Mine, 130 metres underground!

DocuLex combines production capture and instant document access with Office Capture 4

DocuLex has released Office Capture 4, a Microsoft Windows-based desktop application

IT Departments Receive New Tools for Mobile Management

B2M Solutions Gives IT Departments the Ability to Add Greater Value Across the Mobile Enterprise Through Latest Release of mprodigy 1.9

Datalogic mobile computers achieve CCX Version 4 certification

Datalogic Mobile announces that all its mobile computers that run the Windows CE 5.0 and Windows Mobile operating systems have been certified for Cisco Compatible Extensions Version 4

BlueWave 2008 Conference & Trade Show designated a ‘huge success’

BlueStar Canada has reported outstanding success of its BlueStar annual conference and trade show - BlueWAVE 2008

JustSystems launches campaign for XBRL success

JustSystems has contributed intellectual property rights of the “formatting linkbase,” a key JustSystems solution that enables formatted rendering of XBRL information

New global million pound IT platform helps transform business

Bury-based Global Telecoms and Technology has invested over one million pounds in the development and launch of its own IT platform the DMIcP

Hyland Software signs Irish partner, Inpute Technologies

Partnership will enable Inpute to offer its customers market-leading enterprise content management solution

Pizza Hut savours the benefits of Unitech’s PA962

Pizza Hut in Belgium is improving order accuracy and serving customers quicker and more efficiently through the use of Unitech’s PA962 wireless PDA

Lakeland works towards Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards with help from security experts, Enline plc

Lakeland, the creative kitchenware retailer, is working with Enline Plc, to ensure the organisation maintains stringent security measures to comply with the new Payment Card Industry Data Standards

Metrologic at Retail Solutions 2008

Metrologic Instruments, GmbH will demonstrate the MS7580 Genesis and MS7820 Solaris - two of its newest products for the first time at a UK trade show

Teenage hacking gang busted in Bavaria

German authorities crack down on illegal online activities

New EPoS partnership set to expand reseller channel

J2 Retail Systems appoints Uniwell as distributor

Stonesoft helps organisations meet requirements set by the new PCI Data Security Standard

Stonesoft, provider of integrated network security and business continuity solutions, helps organisations meet PCI (Payment Card Industry) compliance requirements

Zebra Card Printers 'play a vital role in Angola elections'

Zebra P640i printers have been used to register eight million Angolan voters using biometric data, ahead of the first elections in the country for the past 16 years

Ingram Micro and Google Enterprise expand distribution partnership

Ingram Micro EMEA is set to expand its partnership with Google to distribute the company’s enterprise search technology into Europe, Middle East and Africa

Cyber-Ark says California bank scam highlights need for data vaulting

Cyber-Ark says the case of a California bank employee who sold his employer's computers on eBay highlights the need for digital data vaulting security

Acronis snap deploy clicks into place at Konica Minolta's training academy

Over the last decade, the way in which customers have used Konica Minolta's products has changed dramatically

Xerox showcases first EIP application for Xerox DocuShare

Following the success at the FINA World Swimming Championships 2008 in Manchester, EIP client for the Xerox DocuShare Enterprise Content Management Solution was also shown during the AIIM roadshow

PA1200t label printer/applicator by Tharo Systems

Turn your Zebra or Datamax printer into a print and apply system

Lumension Security extends powerful encryption technology for complete data protection solution

Data breach remains the leading cause of financial loss for organisations, according to the Ponemon Institute Study 2007

Added GGP interoperability enhances GGP’s GIS and NLPG software

GGP Systems has boosted the appeal of its Geographical Information System (GIS) and NLPG software with improved interoperability

Eurotech Ltd introduces the PCN-1001 Passenger Counter

A high accuracy solution for reliable bi-directional detection and counting of passengers in public transportation vehicles

Avnet expanding central European logistics and integration centre in Tongeren

Avnet, Inc. has broken ground on a 10.000 m2 expansion of its Tongeren, Belgium, central distribution centre, which houses both a pan-European distribution and logistics operation and an integration centre

Teradata announces new family of powerful analytical platforms

Teradata Corporation have introduced a powerful new family of platforms that addresses many customer needs

Volatility in global commodities markets drives spend in risk management IT

This is according to a new report by independent market analyst Datamonitor

BSkyB Awards Major Order to Intermec

British Sky Broadcasting has recently equipped its field service team with rugged mobile computers from Intermec

Watching them watching you

Technology capable of being used for both good and bad purposes is by its very nature a neutral force, unfortunately, it’s now a whole lot easier to misuse one particular technology: internet search engines!

Francisco Partners to sell Metrologic

Honeywell International signs definitive agreement for $720 million to acquire Metrologic Instruments

The Retail Technology Review - New Website

Retail Technology Review is a brand new feature-rich website dedicated to the products and solutions needs of end users within the retail sector. The site’s content includes everything from Mobile Computing, RFID, Printing & Labelling, EPoS systems, Kiosk technology and Surveillance & Security through to current news, informed opinion articles and key events on the retail calendar.

CEOs warned about targeted email attacks

Data security firm Norman, has issued a warning over several email attacks that are targeting CEOs

Genesis launches hosted Exchange 2007 platform

Business communications company, Genesis, is launching a new suite of hosted services to the channel, including a Microsoft Exchange 2007 and Microsoft SharePoint 2007 platform

Socket Communications, Inc. changes its name to Socket Mobile, Inc

Stockholders approve new name reflecting focus on the Business Mobility market segment

Concentric adds MS SQL Server to platform

Concentric has announced general availability of Microsoft SQL Server for the Concentric Windows hosting platform

SEPATON launch new programme to qualified channel partners

SEPATON, Inc. has unveiled the SEPATON Catalyst Partner Programme, which provides financial and technical advantages to qualified channel partners worldwide

Bigger, better, faster, now – ‘security doesn’t have to be a barrier to 802.11n adoption’

802.11n wireless networks and voice over wireless are set for growth

Motorola provides TETRA digital two-way radio solution for Stuttgart Airport

Order includes infrastructure and terminal devices / Motorola presents current TETRA portfolio at Hanover Fair

Emerson Network Power’s Environmental Awareness achieves ISO 14001:2004 certificaton

This is a reflection of Emerson's corporate vision based on environmental awareness and an active commitment to environmental protection through the development of environmentally sustainable processes

TDG Logistics secures password management with Imprivata OneSign

Single sign-on delivers cost savings of up to £8,000 per month

AVG expands UK management team

AVG Technologies has announced the continued strengthening of its UK management team with two new appointments

US overtakes China as country hosting most infected webpages

One new infected webpage found every five seconds

Datalogic mobile computers for ticket verification

Actor - Biljett/Kassa & Kontrollsystem i Sverige AB offers a ticketing and “box office” system for event organizers, using the Datalogic Memor and Datalogic Skorpio

Kofax announces new release of its award-winning VirtualReScan software

VRS 4.2 Professional includes innovative scanning and image enhancement features designed to help enterprises reduce the cost and improve the efficiency of their digital imaging operations

Information highway

What are the current key drivers, opportunities and threats for resellers and distributors within the Document Management space?

Emerging markets leads to 28% rise in global SIM card sales

The growth is being driven by new opportunities from emerging markets and demand for a new generation of high-speed multimedia handsets

Version One and Defacto solutions collaborate to benefit Sage users

Defacto Solutions has formed a strategic partnership Version One to fulfil the increasing demand from Sage Line 500 and Sage 1000 users for document management functionality

LCG Bioscience goes for Episys high security labelling for guaranteed compliance

LCG Bioscience located at Bourn Hall, claimed to be the world’s first IVF clinic, has implemented a new labelling system from global information technology solutions and services company, Episys

Recurring null pointer security flaws are the next big hacking exploit

IT security software specialist Tier-3 says that a report on Slashdot regarding Flash vulnerabilities indicates that null pointer security flaws could be here to stay

Voice is choice for KNAPP customers

KNAPP has enjoyed considerable success in implementing voice-directed picking solutions for clients in diverse sectors across Europe

Accu-Sort ‘doubles production of AV6010 barcode reading camera systems’

Auto ID users have been quick to adopt Accu-Sort's new camera-based barcode scanning system

Avery introduces new online multimedia training tool

Avery Dennison RFID has added a comprehensive online training module to help those new to the industry understand and familiarise themselves with RFID systems

April 2008 digital edition

Analysis: Document Management ADC: Possibilities without limits Print: Knowledge is power Document Management: Bullseye Network technology: 'Green' credentials

KIP to launch Wide Format High Speed Colour, Plain Paper, Toner Based Printer at DRUPA 2008

KIP UK Limited has announced their attendance at DRUPA, the exhibition for the print and media industry held in Dusseldorf

Chi-X Europe selects Equinix as its primary and secondary provider

Equinix’s new London datacentre to provide secure and scalable platform to support Chi-X Europe’s continued growth as the first live, pan-European equity Multilateral Trading Facility

Blue Coat to acquire Packeteer to offer comprehensive solution for WAN optimisation

Blue Coat Systems, Inc. has signed a definitive agreement with Packeteer, Inc. under which Blue Coat will acquire Packeteer for approximately $268 million

Dairy selects Toshiba for pallet labels

Dairy Crest sourced the KTEC Group and Toshiba printers to improve barcode pallet labelling

New spam-related webpage found almost every three seconds

Sophos reveals "Dirty Dozen" spam-relaying countries for Q1

It’s not the time for gesture politics

Federation Warns ISP’s That The Time For Self Regulation Has Come Before The Government Acts

JustSystems named ‘Cool Vendor’ by leading analysts

JustSystems, was included in the list of "Cool Vendors" in the “Cool Vendors in Content Management, 2008” report by Gartner, Inc.

Ingram Micro expands availability of VMware solutions to the Nordics

Technology distributor Ingram Micro EMEA has signed a distribution agreement with VMware to supply VMware virtualisation solutions to the IT reseller channel in the Nordics

Netkey Launches Global Digital Signage VAR, Reseller and Channel Partner Program

Netkey have announced the establishment of a digital signage channel partner program for value added resellers (VARs), audio-visual integrators, software developers, Web designers, and consultants

ScanSafe data confirms what security professionals have long feared - roaming workers up to no good on web

The company has confirmed the long held belief that employees are engaging in risky web surfing when working outside the office

Voice biometrics now ready to address on-line banking fraud

VeCommerce believes that the financial services industry should consider voice biometrics as a more secure and convenient method of multi-factor authentication for either telephone or on-line banking, compared with existing verification methods

Epson wins 'Best Photographic Printer of the Year'

For the second consecutive year, Epson has won this prestigious EDP award, with the Epson Stylus Pro 11880

Handheld expands into US market

European distributor of rugged handheld computers creates subsidiary focused on North America

It's RFID but not as we know it

With RFID, the devil is in the detail - several analysts correctly foresaw the tripling of the RFID business by value in recent years

Cisco recognises Westcon Group with ‘Global Distributor of the Year’ and ‘Multi-Theatre Partner of the Year’ awards

Westcon Group, Inc. has been presented with two prestigious awards at this year's Cisco Partner Summit, held in Hawaii

Reldata expands VAR channel with four new partnerships

Reldata, a leading supplier of a new generation of consolidated and unified storage solutions, has announced four additions to its VAR channel: KA DataSystems, R.A.R.E. Systems, Sunstar Company and Xdata

Moonwalk extends support for its Data Management Software

Moonwalk Inc. has announced that its Moonwalk 6.0 software suite has become an approved application for Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5.0

Green IT hits the CIO radar

Eco-friendly computing practices, collectively termed Green IT, have gained significant CIO mindshare lately, thanks to the almost ubiquitous debate around enterprise carbon footprints and all things environmental-friendly

Avnet to Distribute eCopy Document Imaging Software to Channel Partners in EMEA

Avnet Technology Solutions and eCopy, Inc. have announced a distribution agreement for Europe, the Middle East and Africa

Citizen delivers quick and simple point-of-use printing solution

The latest portable printing technology from Citizen Systems Europe is enabling GRibs GmbH clients, in the baking and bakery markets, to log and print detailed information at the point of delivery

Phishers use MasterCard securecode and financial discounts to trick unwary users

Experts at SophosLabs are warning MasterCard users to be on their guard against any emails which claim to come from the company

Spiritel makes fifth acquisition completing the Spiritel Business product set with mobile reseller

Spiritel plc, the business communications service provider, has acquired WN1 Ltd. for a total consideration of up to £2.02 million.

ArcSight EnterpriseView Partner Programme delivers next generation of business risk monitoring solutions

According to the company, customers want to move beyond traditional security monitoring and get more information about who is on the network, what information they are seeing, and which actions they are taking with that information

Epicor earns Gold 5-Star Overall Winner accolade

Epicor Software Corporation has been recognised by Everything Channel's VARBusiness magazine as one of North America’s top information technology vendors

SoftScan sees sudden drop of spam levels at the end of March

SoftScan says spam accounted for 96.63% of all email scanned in March, making it the third consecutive month that junk mail levels have remained steady

Survey shows storage virtualisation market poised for strong growth

Drive to decouple stored data from users set to continue apace in Europe

Formula: the new pocket-sized mobile computer by Datalogic Mobile

Ideal for entry-level applications in retail environments, such as inventory, shelf replenishment and price management

Chip PC announces UK distribution agreement with CDG

CDG UK, a specialist distributor of centralised computing technologies, has been appointed to distribute Chip PC's server-centric and virtualisation solutions

New high performance solution for kiosk printing from Trident

Ultra fast, rugged and high quality thermal printer introduced by Trident, an ideal solution for kiosk and self-service ticketing machines

ProCurve Networking by HP announces expansion and enhancement of Select Partner Programme

ProCurve Networking by HP has announced a series of enhancements to its successful Select Channel Partner Programme and signalled its plans to expand the programme

Proofpoint announces Vision4 IT as distributor

Proofpoint has signed Vision4 IT to distribute its complete line of security and data loss prevention products in Ireland

Unitech adds EGPRS to its successful PA600

Unitech expands its existing PA600 series with an EGPRS solution making it a real "Explorer"

ScanSource acquires MTV Telecom

ScanSource Inc. has expanded its communications business internationally with the acquisition of MTV Telecom Distribution plc, a UK-based distributor of voice and data solutions.

Canon raises over £27,000 for British Red Cross

Canon donated £5 to the British Red Cross for every PowerShot A460 sold in Tesco stores

Datamax printers now ‘speak Russian’

Datamax has given its M-Class Mark II printers the ability to display all its menus and messages in Russian, along with the ability to print Russian characters

Quick - it's time to patch QuickTime

Apple issues QuickTime security patches for Mac and Windows users

Honeywell introduces new entry-level barcode scanner

3200 Linear Imager Provides Quality Scanning Performance and Ergonomic Design at an Affordable Price

RFID – raising the standard

RFID – where are we at, where are we headed, and what are the benefits and opportunities to be had for resellers? IT Reseller spoke to some of the leading names from the analyst, trade association and standards community.

DPD Ireland chooses Blackbay and Intermec

Mobile workforce solution enables real-time visibility for customers across Ireland

Employees bypass data security controls to do their jobs

Sixty-eight percent of employees admit to bypassing their employers’ information security controls in order to do their jobs, according to new research from IT Governance Ltd

BitDefender to launch new generation Business Security Suite at Infosecurity Europe 2008

E-mail and Internet protection for corporate networks, PC clients and desktops

Lexmark launches ‘Earth Month’ in April 2008

During Earth Month April 2008, Lexmark makes a contribution to the Rainforest Foundation to help protect 242 hectares of rainforest

Brainboxes achieves 'green' credentials

Brainboxes, a leader in serial and Bluetooth connectivity, has received accreditation to the ISO14001 environmental standard

Memory stick malware gathers pace

ESET has announced that INF/Autorun, a generic identification for malware that tries to use the file autorun.inf as a way of compromising a PC, has retained its number one spot and increased its share of detected malware during March

‘End of the IT department' predicted by 2013

The days of the traditional IT department are numbered - that is the stark prediction of Charles Black, CEO of Nasstar

Promethean launches enhanced Activboard+2

Promethean has released a new version of its flagship Activboard+2, the all-in-one interactive whiteboard solution

Overland Storage joins The Green Grid

Overland Storage, Inc. has announced its membership in The Green Grid, a global consortium dedicated to advancing energy efficiency in data centres and business computing ecosystems

Datalogic helps ensure easy ride for major car manufacturer

Delphi Automotive Systems ensures the right components are supplied to the assembly line, in the right sequence, as they are needed

DocsCorp integrates with leading Software-as-a-Service provider

DocsCorp has significantly expanded its integration capability to include NetDocuments

Version One’s document management to be rolled-out across entire Scottish NHS

Version One’s document management and imaging software is being implemented across all twenty-two Scottish health boards

Compact and Innovative, the Axiohm Asteron from DED Limited

With built in mechanism, interface board and paper holder all in one compact unit, the Axiohm Asteron panel mount printer has been designed with instant integration in mind.