Lowry Computer Products Signs Agreement with Lockheed Martin for Distribution of I-Guides(tm) UID Compliancy Software
Lowry to Integrate I-GUIDES Software Into Its UID/RFID Compliance Solution For Department of Defense Contractors and Suppliers
BRIGHTON, MI - October 25, 2005
Lowry Computer Products, Inc., a leading manufacturer and integrator of wireless, RFID, bar code, labeling, and data collection solutions, today announced a distribution agreement whereby Lowry will market Lockheed Martin's I-GUIDES(tm) software to Department of Defense (DoD) contractors and suppliers as part of its overall UID/RFID compliance solution. I-GUIDES is a flexible software application that streamlines management of the global unique identification (UID) process. UID is an automated product and component identification and tracking system that is now a DoD shipping requirement for its suppliers.
"We're excited to offer Lockheed Martin's I-GUIDES UID software as part of our government RFID compliance solution that includes RFID printers and readers, Smart Trac(tm) labels, plus installation and training services," said Mark Brown, vice president of New Business Development for Lowry. "DoD agencies and suppliers will be able to take advantage of our integrated solution to generate UID labels that comply with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) UID marking requirement."
Lockheed Martin developed I-GUIDES compliance software in response the DoD's requirement for unique identification of new production, government-furnished property and legacy inventory. Lowry's distribution agreement with Lockheed Martin serves to expand the network through which defense and commercial contractors nationwide will have access to I-GUIDES.
"UID compliancy requirements represent a big change for Defense Department suppliers, and this distribution agreement can make it easier for suppliers to access a complete UID solution and accelerate the success of the Defense Department's UID program," said Richard Erickson, program manager for I-GUIDES at Lockheed Martin Maritime Systems & Sensors' Tactical Systems line of business.
About Lowry Computer Products
Lowry Computer Products, headquartered in Brighton, MI, is a synergistic organization made up of manufacturing, systems integration, and technical services components, enabling the company to provide comprehensive wireless, RFID, bar code, data collection and labeling solutions. Lowry manufactures automated labeling systems for supply chain, packaging and RFID applications, and fully converted, tested, and ready to use Smart Trac(tm) labels with Gen1 and Gen 2 inlays. Lowry's professional services team conducts site surveys, recommends and installs complete technology solutions, and determines optimal tag selection and tag placement for RFID applications. Lowry's certified technical services team and a nationwide service network ensure that all partner printers, scanners and hardware are well maintained, whatever the location. Lowry is a Founding Solution Provider of EPCglobal and a member of AIM Global, the organization for Automatic Identification and Mobility. To find out more about Lowry's products and services, call 800-733-0210 or visit us at www.lowrycomputer.com.
About Lockheed Martin
Headquartered in Bethesda, MD, Lockheed Martin employs about 135,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture and integration of advanced technology systems, products and services. For additional information visit www.lockheedmartin.com.
