Xplore iX104C5 Reviewer's Manual page 32

ManUFaCTURInG anD WaREHOUSInG
Need:
Streamline factory operations
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Replace factory staff's standard PCs
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Rugged, portable system that enables line workers to produce
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orders correctly
"...unit needs to be very robust to withstand harsh conditions where we work. Before Xplore's iX104, we looked at
other units but they did not meet the level of mobility and high data processing capacity that is important to us..."
TRanSPORTaTIOn anD DISTRIBUTIOn
Need:
System that connects to company business systems – part of
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freight tracking
Rugged – in-vehicle and portable use cases
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Versatile – adapt to software and communication systems
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"...ease of use, durability and reliability were all key factors in selecting the iX104. The unit is compact and supports
reliable interaction with our software and communication systems..."
DEPaRTMEnT OF HOMELanD SECURITY anD GOVERnMEnT
Need:
Mobile PCs mounted in oil prevention support vessels
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Support navigation and communication systems
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Rugged, tablet computers that interface with software and
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communication systems – can be deployed as required
"...in the conditions where we operate at sea, the sealing and ruggedness of the computer is very important. The reli-
ability of the computers in the varying temperatures that we experience is essential..."
XPLORE TECHNOLOGIES
Solution and Benefits:
Rugged iX104 system, fork truck-mounted and portable
Retrieve detailed drawings and plans anywhere on production
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line
Review, verify orders; supports real-time quality and customer
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status updates
Reduced failure rate and repair costs by 3x
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Increased order accuracy nearing 100%
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Solution and Benefits:
Rugged iX104 system, truck-mounted, external keyboard
and modem
Drastically improved communication between central dispatch
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and drivers
Improved efficiencies and data accuracy – entered once and
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available for all stakeholders
Enhanced quality of service provided to customers
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Solution and Benefits:
Rugged iX104 system with AllVue display technology, external
GPS and VHF modem connections
Improved navigation and communication support for the pri-
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mary prevention vessels
Improved response times and data collection accuracy
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