Devices & Communication
Mobile applications built on Syclo's Agentry platform provide end users with flexibility in the mobile devices they deploy, the peripherals they utilize, and the communications methods used to transfer information updates throughout the day. This flexibility enables Syclo customers the freedom to choose the right device for the right job, without the need to standardize on a single device or platform.
Whether a maintenance technician requiring a ruggedized, I-Safe device for working under extreme conditions; a field service worker utilizing a laptop with GPS and GIS functionality; or a sales professional wanting a small, sleek device with real-time mobile access – Agentry makes it possible to support all of these and more – quickly and easily.
Deploy a Future-Proof Mobile Solution
Deploy on a broad variety of mobile computers, including PDAs, laptops, and tablet computers. As devices and mobile technologies evolve, so too will Agentry, ensuring a future-proof mobile solution.Keep Workers Productive
Ensure workers can perform regardless of wireless connectivity. With the Agentry client, business rules are enforced on the device side regardless of whether a real-time wireless connection is established or if the user is working in an offline or disconnected mode.Manage Wireless Costs & Network Connectivity
With Agentry, administrators set no-fail parameters to ensure mobile applications are always available as users move between networks. Not only can developers to create a network priority sequence, the adaptive communications feature also permits constraints on the amount and type of information being sent over each of these networks. For example, if a user is in coverage for a Wireless LAN, it will be used; however, if connectivity is not available, the network will switch automatically to a wide area wireless connection such as GPRS.Following is an example of major device operating systems and vendors supported by Syclo.
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Choosing the Communication Options Best for Your Operations
The benefit of mobile is being able to access and update critical information no matter where work may take your employees. However, because wireless networks are not ubiquitous, and network failures can occur, end users at times need to rely on working offline. Working offline refers to accessing data that has been uploaded and stored on the device, and sending updates at a later time. Working offline and only uploading information at specific intervals also helps keep airtime costs down. Following are a list of communication methods supported by Syclo to provide your organization with the best of all possibilities:
- Wireless LAN
- Wireless WAN
- GPRS
- GSM
- Satellite
- IRDA Infrared
- Dial-up Modem
- Docking Cradle
More than 25 Popular Device Peripherals are Integrated with Agentry, including:
- RFID
- Bar code Readers
- GPS
- GIS
- Digital Cameras
- Mobile Printers
- and more...