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Psion Teklogix' WORKABOUT PRO Serves SmartTurn(TM) WMS Mobile Computing Customers
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Mississauga, ON - November 2, 2006 - Psion Teklogix (LSE: PON), a global provider of solutions for mobile computing, wireless data collection, imaging and RFID, today announced the Psion Teklogix line of WORKABOUT PRO devices are certified for the SmartTurn(TM) Warehouse Management System (WMS).
SmartTurn WMS is the first on demand WMS to provide enterprise-class capabilities at a fraction of traditional software costs. SmartTurn WMS helps small- and medium-sized businesses take control of inventory and warehouse operations by providing real-time product visibility and automating purchasing, receiving and fulfillment. Coupled with Psion Teklogix' WORKABOUT PRO, SmartTurn WMS provides a complete mobile computing solution in an inventory control or warehouse environment.
SmartTurn WMS used in conjunction with the Psion Teklogix WORKABOUT PRO enables shipping clerks, inventory managers or other warehouse labor to conduct receiving, picking, loading and cycle counting processes from anywhere in the warehouse, instead of being tied to a desktop computer. Using mobile handhelds to scan data into the system during a transaction reduces data entry errors, and keeps inventory status synchronized with labor activities, greatly improving inventory accuracy. Providing inventory visibility directly to the workforce enables labor to be mobile and productive, streamlining all aspects of order fulfillment and inventory management.
Psion Teklogix is certified through the SmartTurn Ready program, which is designed to ensure partner products seamlessly integrate with the SmartTurn WMS. Through this certification, customers will be assured the WORKABOUT PRO is easily available and compatible with SmartReady software, right out of the box. This will help keep implementations simple and minimize costs for the customer.
"Psion Teklogix' participation in the SmartTurn Ready program fits well with our strategy to provide the market with the lowest total cost of ownership WMS solution," said Mike Dempsey, general manager of SmartTurn. "Through this certification program, Psion Teklogix and SmartTurn reaffirm their joint commitment to an ongoing product approach with respect to development and quality assurance."
SmartTurn WMS is a fully hosted service so customers avoid hardware, implementation and maintenance costs with an easy monthly subscription, starting at $500/USD month. A simple, intuitive interface, minimal setup and training time make it easy to begin using SmartTurn WMS within a matter of days. High speed Internet access is the only requirement.
"The SmartTurn certification of the WORKABOUT PRO enables us to provide complete, rugged mobile computing solutions to untapped small-and medium-sized businesses," said Ron Caines, Americas president, Psion Teklogix Corp. "We are excited to be partnered with a revolutionary product in the WMS space and are looking ahead at fulfilling new opportunities for both our organizations."
The Psion Teklogix WORKABOUT PRO delivers the performance, ruggedness and durability required for mobile data collection, all in an ergonomic package. The rugged device also utilizes Windows CE .NET, allowing it to be tailored to the specific needs of any particular mobile workforce.
About SmartTurn
SmartTurn is a fully-owned division of Navis. SmartTurn began in 2005 with the goal of building and delivering an on demand warehouse management solution for everyone. SmartTurn WMS provides the benefits of a professional warehouse management system at a fraction of typical "license-and-install" software costs.
About Psion Teklogix
Psion Teklogix is a global provider of solutions for mobile computing and wireless data collection. The company's fully integrated mobile computing solutions include rugged hardware; secure wireless networks, robust software, professional services and exceptional support programs. Psion Teklogix is committed to helping its customers reap the benefits of new and emerging technologies, including image capture and RFID. With over three decades of industry experience, Psion Teklogix has customers in more than 80 countries around the world, and over 36 sales and support offices in 17 countries. Psion Teklogix is headquartered in Mississauga, Ontario, with additional corporate offices in America, Europe and Asia. Psion Teklogix is the operating business of Psion PLC, which is publicly listed in the London Stock Exchange (PON.L). For more information, visit www.psionteklogix.com.
