Trucking Technology Report - Dec. 5
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InfoSphere to Develop Apps, Architecture for FreightWise
E-commerce transportation exchange FreightWise and Internet consulting company InfoSphere have joined to develop FreightWise's load-matching services. InfoSphere will provide applications and technical architecture-development support.
The company specializes in integrated e-business solutions and offers professional services in e-business strategy, Web site development, technology evaluation, application engineering, project management, and system integration. Traffic World (12/04/00) Vol. 264, No. 10, P. 36; Gallagher, John
Ericsson, Intel in Bluetooth Pact
Intel (INTC) and Ericsson formed a licensing deal that calls for Intel to be provided with Bluetooth mobile technology. The technology, which provides connections between computer devices, was created in 1998. Many of the wireless industry's leading companies have backed the technology.While several chip manufacturers have started Bluetooth production, the technology has yet to attract high demand. Bluetooth developers are set to meet this week in San Jose, Calif., to exhibit their latest Bluetooth applications and devices. Investor's Business Daily (12/05/00)
Considerations for Wireless Networks and Services
When designing a mobile network, telecom companies must keep in mind a short list of factors, writes Michael Finneran, president of consulting firm dBrn Associates.Coverage is the most central feature of any network. By overlapping coverage, wireless penetration into buildings can be enhanced. But an operator may not be sure of how much coverage the network will offer until it is complete. And the types of customers a company is targeting can also aide in network design. Some networks, such as Metricom's, are made to offer services to users who do not change their locations for the duration of a call.
Meanwhile, due to slow access speeds, operators should not make the mistake of offering services that are too difficult to provision, Finneran said.
Another important feature is the choice of interface. A mobile phone is usually not the best choice since its small screen and cumbersome manner of entering data is not likely to appeal to many consumers. Industry observers predict the next big wireless device will have both voice and data features. Business Communications Review (11/00) Vol. 30, No. 11, P. 24; Finneran, Michael
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