Transcript What device is right for me?

“Gensuite on the Go” Assessment Matrix
Assessment
Apple
Android
Operating System: iOS
Web browser: Safari
Operating System: Honeycomb
Web browser: Chrome
• HP Slate ($800)
• 2GoPC ($550)
• LXE Ruggedized (~$2,750)
• iPad2, $500 (16 GB)
• Readily accepted by Company IT
Organizations (secure, imageable)
• Connection to Company VPN/WiFi is
standard
• Options available for Company WiFi*
• Not currently acceptable for all networks
• May not be compatible with Company intranet systems
Pros
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• Full featured Gensuite – all apps in suite
(just like PC)
• Standard software includes Microsoft
Office for use with Excel upload
templates
• Gensuite “offline save” options available
(some apps)
• Rugged + barcode reader integrated
devices available
• More hardware configuration options
available
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Cons
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• Interface not as user friendly as iPad
(touch, keyboard)
• Not as portable
• Limited ruggedness
• Limited application availability:
• Full featured Gensuite available only for Safari/Chrome compatible
apps (ATS, Calendar currently)
• Other apps (see list) – mobile version only
• Some apps not available
• Intended use is for mobile workforces
• Use on shop floor (ruggedness)
• Need is for broad-based Gensuite apps
(across suite) and/or PC-equivalent
functionality
• Intended use is for mid/upper
• Gensuite access is through
management or supervisory roles
HTTPS website (not Intranet)
• Need is limited to Gensuite apps
• IT requirements are less
enabled for Safari or mobile
stringent
version; or where gap-fill
• Open network
development is practical
* Based on company intranet configuration
Examples &
Cost
Connectivity
Options
Best If
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July 2011
Windows
Operating System : XP, Win 7
Web browser: Internet Explorer 7+
Ease of use
Access to Intranet-based email
Availability of devices
Opportunities for peripheral
hardware via Wireless and/or
Bluetooth
• Acer Iconia, $450
• Motorola Xoom, $550
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Ease of use
Low cost
Availability of devices
Opportunities for peripheral
hardware via Wireless and/or
Bluetooth