Wireless Security Solutions Gain Momentum in Retail and Manufacturing Sectors

Strategic Insights -

Columbitech, a leading developer of wireless security software, has secured a major partnership with Zebra Technologies, a prominent provider of wireless mobile printing solutions. As part of this collaboration, Zebra has integrated Columbitech's secure virtual private network (VPN) into its products, catering to the growing demand for secure wireless connectivity in the retail market. Meanwhile, HMS Software Inc. has received a substantial follow-on order from Lockheed Martin Aeronautics for its manufacturing information management systems, further solidifying the importance of secure wireless solutions in the manufacturing sector.

Key Takeaways:

  • Columbitech's secure VPN solution has become the de facto standard for embedded security in retail devices, according to Asa Holmstrom, Columbitech's president.
  • The company's solution is compatible with any operating system, processor, and device, making it an attractive option for device manufacturers.
  • HMS Software's products have been deployed at Lockheed Martin Aeronautics since mid-2001 and have continued to grow in size and scope.
  • The additional software licenses support LM Aero's Electronic Work Instruction Project, which aims to develop and distribute digital manufacturing information to shop floor workers.
  • LM Aero plans to upgrade to the 6.0 version of Second Generation HMS-CAPP for process planning and HMS-Shop Floor Management for shop floor execution in the second quarter of 2004.
  • The HMS suite has been deployed on a wireless network of notebook PCs and handheld devices, enabling mechanics to access electronic work instructions at the point of use.

Statistics:

  • $1.5 million: The value of the follow-on order received by HMS Software Inc. from Lockheed Martin Aeronautics.
  • 2001: The year HMS Software's products were initially deployed at LM Aero.
  • Second quarter of 2004: The planned deployment of the 6.0 version of Second Generation HMS-CAPP and HMS-Shop Floor Management at LM Aero.

Sources:

  • Columbitech's announcement regarding the partnership with Zebra Technologies (Source: Columbitech)
  • HMS Software Inc.'s press release regarding the follow-on order from Lockheed Martin Aeronautics (Source: HMS Software Inc.)
  • M2 Communications Ltd - http://www.m2.com (Source: Distributed via M2 Communications Ltd)