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The Mobile Computer Users Group aims to drive mobile technology costs downwards towards commodity levels by fostering competition and encouraging a wider choice of suitable equipment for the mobile worker. More...
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We need your support. The MCUG invites membership from individuals and organisations involved in the use, development or delivery of mobile business data systems. Apply...
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Looking for Suppliers of Mobile IT to the Business Sector? The Mobile Computer User Group maintains a short list of suppliers (associate members) many of whom supply and support essential mobile business systems for our members. Access the supplier section of our links page here.
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On the 24th and 25th March the Mobile Computer user’s Group held its 10th at the Ramada Inn in Sutton Coldfield. Forum on Mobile Computer usage and remote working sets the model for sharing good practice across all sectors. Delegates from... Read More...
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Reliable data and voice communications is now a critical component of devolved businesses. We are pleased to announce the sponsorship of the MCUG website by Manx Telecom, who offer a innovative and highly robust service (Strongest Signal) whereby users my automatically connect through any available mobile network, addressing coverage problems, and ensuring the highest availability. For a trial, and for special member rates please contact the MCUG.
MCUG at Wireless and Mobile Expo
If you want to come to a very broad ranging mobile and communications event, then come along to Wireless and Mobile Expo at Olympia in london the 20th and 21st May where MCUG also has a stand to visit.
Free to attend, it will bring you up to date in what current communications technology has to offer.
Visit the event web site and register at www.thewirelessevent.com
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Forum Presentations Download Problems?
If anybody remains who has had a download problem please let me know as we have an option. alternatively let your browser open the douments in acrobat then just 'save as'.
After MCUG Forum 2009
If you attended Forum 2009 as a delegate or speaker then Thank You. We hope you enjoyed the event. We are analysing the delegate feedback forms, which are very positive, and contain many good suggestions. We have recently contacted attendees with details as to how to download copies of the speaker presentations . Three of our exhibitors have already reserved stands for Forum 2010! If you missed the event, then the web site still has the programme, so you can see what you missed!See Main Forum 09 Website
For those delegates waiting to download presentations, they are now available! We sent delegates an email with your download passwords on Monday 6th April please contact MCUG if you did not get this.
Southern Water Scoops National Mobile Data Award
FDCS wins! MCUG members Southern Water, have secured the prestigious Utility Week award for their FDCS (Field Data Capture System) which supports their large mobile workforce with essential tools including Work Management, Location and Forms all closely integrated on a single device. Martin Gooch of Southern Water commented that 'the team were extremely proud to have been selected as winners'. Southern Water has a long history of pioneering and innovative use of mobile IT with the workforce, so it is very fitting that they have achieved public recognition.The Utility Week award web site has full details.
MCUG clinic at Service Management 2008
Ted Aksamit of Mott MacDonald and Stuart Pass of Intel were two of our consultants at our clinic offering free advice to event visitors. Through the NEC based event a team of MCUG volunteer advisors were kept busy with a vast range of questions.
Equipment Exchange
At MCUG we realise that supporting mature mobile systems can be a headache. You may run short of older compatible equipment needed to extend the system life. Conversley - Are you planning to replace mobile equipment in the next few months which still has useful life left in it? We might be able to find just what you are looking for or may be able to help pass your used kit on to someone else. Drop us an email. with your surplus or your wants.
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