Implementor of wireless, rugged mobile computing solutions

General Dynamics Itronix Corporation is a world-class developer of wireless, rugged computing solutions for mobile workers, which distinguishes itself in the market through its technology innovation, superior implementation capabilities and customer support services. The company has a full range of wireless, rugged field computing systems, from rugged handhelds, to its award-winning line of rugged laptops and Tablet PCs, in addition to providing its widely acclaimed iCare Implementation Services that range from project planning and management to first line help desk support. Itronix serves mobile workers in markets, such as commercial field services, insurance, communications and utilities, government, military, public safety, transportation, and telecommunications.

With customers that include hundreds of Global 2000 companies with network diverse work environments and world recognized organizations, such as Sears, U.S. Army, U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marines, FBI, Verizon, and Florida Power & Light, Itronix is one of the world's leading providers of wireless, rugged mobile computing solutions. According to recent research by Venture Development Corporation (VDC), Itronix is currently ranked the number one fully rugged notebook computer provider in Europe and number two in North America.

With its corporate offices in Spokane, WA, and international sales and support offices in Canada, Europe and Asia, the company is positioned to support the evolving needs for integrated wireless rugged computing systems on a global scale. In addition to a direct global sales force, Itronix currently has distributor partnerships with Hewlett Packard, CDWG and WAV, as well as an extensive network of vertical international resellers and distributors.

Itronix products and services also complement parent General Dynamics' command, control and communications capabilities. Along with capabilities acquired through the purchase of Tadpole Computer, Inc. (Cupertino, Calif.), this enhanced expertise in rugged wireless computing enables General Dynamics to expand its offerings of trusted end-to-end, highly available network services, especially to defense customers. These mobile networks deliver actionable intelligence via advanced command-and-control applications to soldiers at the outer fringes of tactical networks, where bandwidth and other resources are limited.

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General Dynamics Itronix announced the GD300, a small wearable computer that combines rugged computing, GPS and data communication into one device specifically designed to provide access to tactical networks and enhance situational awareness. Interestingly, the GD300, which has a 3.5-inch 800 x 480 pixel touch display, runs the Android OS, making it probably the first ruggedized device from a major provider to use Android instead of Windows CE/Mobile. [See description and specs of the General Dynamics Itronix GD300]

New GD-Itronix Tadpole ultra thin-clients offer simplicity, security, and economical operation
General Dynamics Itronix expanded its line of Tadpole ultra-thin clients with the new netbook-sized M1000, the compact notebook-size M1500, and two wireless desktop units, the Pulsar and Pulsar Premium. Not having local storage or software, wireless clients offer a very secure and easily managed computing environment that can result in economical operation and reduced total cost of ownership. See description and specs of the Tadpole M1000 and Tadpole M1500] -- Posted Monday, June 28, 2010 by chb

Avnet signs distribution agreement with GD-Itronix
Avnet Technology Solutions, an operating group of US$7 billion Avnet, Inc., and General Dynamics Itronix announced a pan-European distribution agreement for GD-Itronix's wireless, rugged computing solutions, including rugged laptops, tablet PCs and Ultra Mobile PCs. The agreement enables Avnet to distribute the full GDI product portfolio of rugged mobile solutions through Avnet's extensive network of business partners, including system developers and VARs throughout Europe, Turkey and Russia. [Read Avnet press release] -- Posted Monday, June 14, 2010 by chb

GD-Itronix GD6000 selected by CPS Energy
The vehicle-rugged GD6000, manufactured by General Dynamics Itronix, was selected by Texas-based CPS Energy as the rugged computer for its field-service technicians and as part of its emergency response process. The GD6000 weighs slightly more than six pounds and includes integrated GPS, WWAN, WiFi, Bluetooth and an Intel Core 2 Duo T9400 processor, powerful enough to support real-time maps and GPS in use everyday by CPS Energy field technicians. [See press release and full review of the GD6000] -- Posted Monday, March 22, 2010 by chb

GD-Itronix launches GDAssurance solution validation program
General Dynamics Itronix introduces the new GDAssure Solution Validation and Installation Certification Program that evaluates and certifies that a customer’s rugged computer, software and peripherals operate as they are intended in a simulated day-to-day operating environment. The GDAssure Solution Validation and Installation Certification Program is available as part of a sales contract and takes from 60 to 90 days to complete. [See GD-Itronix press release] -- Posted Monday, March 15, 2010 by chb

Justice Assistance Grant buys GD-Itronix computers for Butte, Montana
The Montana Standard reports that economic stimulus money is used to assist law enforcement with new hires and more modern equipment. A Justice Assistance Grant was received to purchase General Dynamics Itronix rugged computers for installation in patrol cars, allowing officers to quickly access databases and efficiently communicate with other agencies. -- Posted Tuesday, January 19, 2010 by chb

General Dynamics Itronix offers Gobi wireless 3G technology in rugged mobile computing products
General Dynamics Itronix will offer Qualcomm's Gobi global mobile Internet technology as a new capability for the Itronix line of rugged notebooks, tablet PCs and ultra-mobile PCs, including the vehicle-rugged GD6000 and the fully rugged line of GD8000 notebook computers. The multi-mode Gobi technology enables General Dynamics Itronix customers to take advantage of high-speed, data access services from 3G network carriers around the world. Customers ordering Gobi-ready GD6000 and GD8000 notebooks equipped with WWAN and CRMA modules, before November 30, 2009, will be eligible to receive a free Gobi module valued at $350.00. -- Posted Wednesday, September 30, 2009 by chb