iPad vs. the rugged tablet

How do you determine when you need something more durable than an iPad? Consider TCO (total cost of ownership), downtime and replacement costs. If the iPad breaks, how many times can your agency buy a new one?

The biggest factor that leads to downtime in using a consumer-grade device in a challenging environment is that rugged devices are designed to withstand extreme use and tough habitats and situations. EMS users are among the hardest on devices than any other public safety agency.

You need to connect with monitors, defibrillators, and other peripherals, have screen readability outdoors, customize the device to fit your specific needs, and have compatibility with operating systems. These are just a few of the important points to consider when you’re selecting a device.

The Panasonic Toughpad G1 and Toughbook 20 hits all of these marks, and more. Panasonic rugged devices include a full Windows OS, Intel processing power, long-life batteries, drivers license readers, and accessories such as WWAN (wireless wide area network), bar code scanners, and more.

Call us today to find out why Panasonic and MCT is right for you.

This contract allows you to purchase Panasonic Toughbooks, Toughpads and related items. The 5-year contract was competitively solicited by the City of Tucson, which any agency can use to purchase. And, MCT doesn’t charge you National IPA’s 2% contract fee.

Aaron Bauer (480) 299-3166 [email protected]

Bill Duncan (703) 577-0780 [email protected]

Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, Mobile Concepts Technology (MCT) has been serving the needs of a wide range of public safety agencies and companies since 2008, as value-added distributor of technology devices for mobile environments. From rugged tablets and laptops, to docking stations and mounting equipment, the company offers the latest in mobile technology. MCT keeps current on new and improved mobile equipment and efficient ways to move your project to completion. The company’s primary focus is on government markets including fire departments, law enforcement, EMS, and state and local departments, and offers National IPA, GSA and Texas DIR contracts for many of the products that we represent. Our team is ready to extend and expand the benefits of our flexible solutions to meet the needs of all local and regional public safety agencies.