Have you ever wondered how much a business gathering or meeting would cost? Well if you do the pencil-pushing by yourself, you are bound to go crazy. But now with this new cost calculator and clock called Bring Tim! This new time management tool can rack up the cost of holding a meeting in progress without too many calculations. Simply enter the number of attendees, estimate an average hourly rate and press the start button. That is it!

With the Bring TIM!, the cost of every second that passes, giving management an idea of how much one meeting would cost and how much time is being wasted. With this cost calculator, meetings can be shortened and direct to the point for better productivity and results. Bring TIM! Will be available by October and can be purchased at their website for $24.99 (excluding shipping).

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MobileIron has come up with an app that transforms iPhones or the iPod Touch into accessible mobile devices that allows workers to connect with their business enterprise solutions. It boasts of a new security management feature and brings business access, communications and productivity to an entirely advanced level. The MobileIron App is now available for download at the App store and is used in conjunction with MobileIron’s enterprise mobility platform.

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Once a software becomes irritating and fails to live up to the expectations of companies, you can expect that they will be replaced soon. And that is exactly what happened to Winscribe digital dictation systems as two of the leading Scottish Law Firms have replaced them with BigHand, a leading voice productivity specialist for the global legal community.

MacRoberts is currently in the process of implementing BigHand to 300 users across Edinburgh and Glasgow, and Simpson & Marwick has already completed its implementation to 175 users across 7 offices.

The final component in our decision to switch was the lack of support we received for Winscribe; it was very awkward to get a resolution as we had no direct access to the developer. BigHand’s implementation and support have been first class. “

Users prefer the BigHand interface and we have had such positive feedback, it is really great to deliver an IT project that makes such a difference to users’ lives - it’s not often that you receive such a positive response to an IT project. The final piece of the jigsaw is that we will be deploying BigHand for BlackBerry and Windows Mobile in the next couple of months.”

Well, that is business for you. If you cannot live up to the expectations and needs of a company, you are as good as gone. And in Winscribe’s case, they seem to be sorely lacking in this area. And if they don’t shape up, they may just find themselves being dominated by BigHand as far as preference is concerned.

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Dell lifted the veil off its newest laptop offering in the market in the Vostro laptops. These new mobile devices are designed expressly to meet small business needs and custom-built to maximize productivity amidst shrinking travel budgets with free, pre-installed videoconferencing and webcam software with purchase of integrated webcam and microphone.

In the current economy, small businesses are relying on productivity and collaboration solutions more heavily than ever as a cost-effective alternative to business travel.

According to a recent study by the Association of Corporate Travel Executives, 71 percent of businesses plan to spend less on travel in 2009. IDC predicts that by the close of this year, close to 35 percent of SMBs will be using some form of videoconferencing.

“Through our direct relationships, we understand what small businesses care about most - staying productive everywhere, staying secure, and staying up and running without fail,” said Sam Burd, global vice president, Dell Small and Medium Business. “Customer-driven innovation is the core of our DNA. Today, SMBs need effortless videoconferencing solutions and world-class data security in an affordable package and that is what the latest Vostro laptops provide.”

Redesigned Vostro laptops include the 13.3-inch Vostro 1320, the 15.4-inch Vostro 1520, and the 17-inch Vostro 1720. Products are available today in North America and select South American countries, followed by Europe, Middle East and Africa on April 7, and select Asian countries in May.

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The popular rugged handheld mobile computer by Motorola, the Motorola MC9090, has become the first product to enter the new partner certification program for ActiveMine, the premier wireless voice communications and locating system for mines.

The industry-leading MC9090 handheld mobile computer, combined with an innovative new software application from ACT vendor partner, Snively Inc., will enhance the operational and safety benefits available with ActiveMine. The MC9090 enables the reading and transmission of data from mining equipment via a bar code and future RFID integration. In addition, the MC9090 provides real-time access to voice and text communications for improved productivity and streamlined operations. Built to withstand extreme environments and loaded with Snively software, it will be distributed exclusively through a partnership with Snively.

The software application, called Safety Tracker, was designed by Snively to meet the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) compliancy and reporting requirements. By putting more information in the hands of mine managers, the MC9090 aids in trouble-shooting, decision-making and preventing unsafe equipment from entering mines. Safety Tracker runs on Active Mine’s wireless mesh Wi-Fi network to provide real-time data about equipment via the network. In addition, the MC9090 can be used to control other devices that operate on the ActiveMine network optimizing their performance.

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Here is a great piece of device that most offices can do well with. As far as productivity is concerned, the Avaya 9670G desk phone is the world’s first media phone for enterprises that can provide business users with greater flexibility and more efficient communications while lowering the cost of operation to the enterprise. The Avaya 9670G desk phone is the world’s first media phone for enterprises.

A media phone is a cross between a telephone and PC, allowing direct access to applications and Internet-based information through a large color touchscreen with a high-quality speakerphone. Similar in concept and use to popular mobile devices, the 9670G boasts a large, color home screen that provides one-touch access to people, information and tools.

In addition, the Avaya 9620L desk phone has been designated as a PoE Class 1 phone, meaning that average power consumption is only 2.2 watts, compared to similar models that average 6.3 to 12.0 watts. A new release of downloadable software expands their value with a number of features that increase user productivity, personalization and management. Color displays are now available throughout the product line.

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August 22nd is the day when 20 more countries will receive the iPhone 3G. Apple is doing the best they can to increase iPhone production and thus to avoid future shortages. I don’t think they will be able to do it but it’s good to know they are trying. Foxconn, their manufacturer has production way up. At current speed they are producing no less than 800,000 iPhones 3G per week. This is above full capacity so we might expect possible failures in the future.
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DataViz, an Office compatibility solutions provider, announced RoadSync, a Microsoft Exchange ActiveSync client for Motorola’s Symbian UIQ based MOTO Z8 mobile phone. RoadSync is apparently the first and only Z8 solution offering a secure, direct push sync of email, calendar, contacts and attachments to Exchange Server 2003 and 2007. The UIQ platform hasn’t been as much in the news as the S60, but some neat apps keep trickling in once in a while.

What’s more, DataViz is also offering Documents To Go for free (view-only edition) to all Moto Z8 customers. This allows you to view Word, Excel and PowerPoint files right on your Z8. All you need to do is register at DataViz and download a free copy.

RoadSync for Moto Z8 carries a price tag of US $49.99 per user when purchased in volume license options for five or more users. Available right now online as well as through distributors worldwide. A free eval copy is also available.

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