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News Release from: CommonTime | Subject: Mobile Government white paper
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 05 April 2006
Critical issues for mobile government
Mobile devices are changing the face of public services, and now Governments, Councils and Local Authorities worldwide are testing cutting-edge technology to determine which is the way forward.
Mobile devices are changing the face of public services, and now hundreds of Governments, Councils and Local Authorities worldwide are testing cutting-edge technology to determine which is the way forward UK based mobility specialists CommonTime have published a valuable new White Paper: Critical Issues for Mobile Government
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 21 Mar 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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"This document provides a comprehensive insight into the issues that local, state and federal Government institutions should be aware of when developing their mobile and wireless strategy involving handheld devices", said Ollie Omotosho, Head of Marketing, CommonTime Renowned by Notes/Domino enterprises for producing reliable, robust and secure Lotus Notes Mobility Software; CommonTime offers an impressive collection of mobile technologies, CommonTime shows you how to bring groupware business communication and management tools to your handheld computer or Smartphone platforms.
Ollie Omotosho continued "the benefits of any new technology adoption are, as always, accompanied by concerns".
"This document addresses actions that can be taken to ensure that mobile projects result in a net positive experience and add value to both stakeholders and the value chain." CommonTime customers Leeds City Council said that mobile technology "allows staff to work occasionally from home and from site saving on car parking provision, office space etc - Greater flexibility for staff, in terms of family friendly policies, allows communication with staff on site and in transit, allows staff access to their calendars when at home." Nottingham County Council said "The most important success criteria when deploying handheld computing is cost effectiveness." "Using mobile technologies can deliver better jobs and reinforce the public service ethos".
"Being mobile can enable local public servants to deliver better outcomes and better fulfil local needs, increasing job satisfaction." UK local government minister, Jim Fitzpatrick MP.
To receive a copy of CommonTime's new White Paper: Critical Issues for Mobile Government visit the CommonTIme website.
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