Jan 26,2007_Datatrac Corporation today announces it has added Radio Frequency Identification Data (RFID) collection capabilities to the eTrac system, its flagship shipment tracking product.  Datatrac partnered with Mississauga, ON, based Psion Teklogix, a global provider of solutions for mobile computing, wireless data collection, imaging and RFID and Menlo Park, CA, based KonaWare, Inc. to further enhance its real-time track and trace capabilities for transportation logistics. 
 
¡°We are excited to continue our relationship with leading software providers Datatrac and KonaWare to develop an RFID solution designed for the Transportation Logistics industry,¡± said Ron Caines, president, Americas at Psion Teklogix.  ¡°RFID technology is a key area for our global customers and Psion Teklogix is committed to collaborating with its partners to provide the best RFID solutions available.¡±

As more shippers mandate the use of RFID, transportation companies servicing industry segments like pharmaceuticals, consumer electronics and agricultural products are under increasing pressure to provide greater visibility into package location and movement.

By leveraging cutting-edge RFID equipped handheld computers from Psion Teklogix and KonaWare¡¯s Mobility Platform, Datatrac¡¯s eTrac system automatically tracks complete shipment information in real-time from order entry through delivery, invoicing, reconciliation and settlement. Users can now track packages with increased accuracy and obtain specific shipment custody information.  Moreover, the RFID capabilities work seamlessly with existing Datatrac systems. 

¡°In the competitive logistics industry, couriers and truckers must be able to meet their customers¡¯ needs for shipment accuracy and timely chain-of-custody data.  By combining the expertise of three technology leaders, Datatrac is able to provide the expertise and tools required to implement a complete route distribution solution quickly and efficiently,¡± said Garland Duvall, Chief Executive Officer of Datatrac Corporation.  

"KonaWare is pleased to be working with these industry leading partners and to be a part of this state-of-the-art solution set. RFID has the potential to dramatically improve logistics business processes, but as many industry participants have noted, RFID technology in and of itself is not necessarily a solution to a problem.  By combining forces, Datatrac, Psion Teklogix and KonaWare have developed an RFID solution for courier and trucking fleets that will provide a clear, immediate and long lasting business benefit.  It's these kinds of applications that will drive the adoption of RFID technology," said Jim DiSanto, CEO of KonaWare, Inc.

Psion Teklogix, Inc. is a global provider of mobile computing solutions which deliver real-time access to enterprise data at the point of activity to improve business efficiency and productivity for leading enterprises throughout the world. Solutions are built around a range of high-quality, innovative mobile computers designed for tough and demanding environments. Psion Teklogix has leading expertise in rugged hardware, integration, service and support and in new and emerging technologies including image capture and RFID.  With over three decades of industry experience, Psion Teklogix has customers in more than 80 countries, and over 36 sales and support offices in 17 countries. The Psion Teklogix parent company, Psion PLC, is listed on the London Stock Exchange.

source:  www.psionteklogix.com