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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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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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Service management 2011
Visit Service Management 20 and 21 September at the NEC BirmighamVisitors to Service Management Expo 2011 will have access to expert consultants, including four independent experts from Mobile Computer Users Group (MCUG). Join them at the MCUG Advice Clinic regular briefings or enjoy one-to-one consultations with leading consultants. Just walk-in for a personal service! 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.
Service Management Expo 2011
Registration for Service Management Expo 2011 is now open.
Register now free of charge and save £30!
SME takes place at the NEC Birmingham, on the 20th and 21st September, and is the premier offering of suppliers, buyers, solutions and education for the whole field service market. As in previous years, MCUG is holding a free Consutants Clinic, and on-stand briefing sessions.
TO attend just register with SME. Service Management main website/a>
MCUG workshop at EON Dudley
The 19th September sees another of our popular uuser workshops. This one is hosted by EON in Dudley. An interactive day with other users. We usually ban power-point, and have a facillitated session on user related topics, with heavy use of the white board. Although lead by experts, the discussion is two way, and the agenda and time spent is driven by the delegates. It's free, but you pay for your own lunch and coffee. Numbers are very limited. Contact the MCUG secretariat on 0191 580 0105 or MCUG Secretariatr
Mobile Workforce conference
Mobile workforce management - A conference and exhibition in central London covering a range of aspects of mobile working and a long list of speakers including several MCUG user-members. To get more information and a programme you can visit their web site http://www.mobileworkforcemanagementweek.com which may require you to register to request more data. The orgainsers can also be contacted by phone. 0207 127 4501. Ask for Neil McKenzie. We understand that the organisers will give MCUG members a discount on the delegate fee, so please mention that when inquiring, or refer your booking via the MCUG secretariat.
Vehicle Equipment Regulations. Change for the better!
As of now, electronic equipment that is to be fitted to vehicles, but is not driver or safety related does not have to be e or E marked. for the past five years, any equipment connected directly to the vehicle power had to be manufacturred and type approval tested under strict EC and Vehicle Inspectorate rules. Although there is a requirement to meet standards, and to have a declaration, much as with a CE mark, the need for laborious tests is discontinued. The new situation is still regulated, but with a lighter touch. See www.vca.gov.uk or follow this link for more information. This good news means that it will be simpler to provide and connect additional IT equipment in a vehicle, provided it does not affect safety or the vehicle operation.
Installation code of practice
The Federation of Communication Services (FCS) publishes a useful update of the MPT 1362 code of practice for installers of equipment in vehicles. Although intended for Radio installers it has relevance to those installing computer devices. The code can be obtained from the FCS website www.fcs.org.uk
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