Developing a Successful Wireless Enterprise Strategy: A Manager's Guide

The first, comprehensive strategy guide to wireless applications, synchronization, and backends
This book is for managers everywhere who feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of wireless technology options available to them. Author Scott Sbihli cuts through the hype and offers a rational framework to help managers determine their wireless strategy, figure out which handheld enterprise solutions will give the greatest return, and evaluate and choose the most appropriate technologies, in order to give them the competitive edge that their company requires. With the help of real-life examples and case studies, readers get the low-down on the trends, emerging technologies, security and maintenance issues, bottom line wireless costs, and much more.

Table of Contents

Preface.

Introduction.

Chapter 1. Wireless As a Business Advantage.

Chapter 2. Developing a Wireless Enterprise Strategy.

Chapter 3. Bringing Wireless to Life.

Chapter 4. Wireless Architecture.

Chapter 5. Handheld and Wireless Platforms.

Chapter 6. Wireless Technology Primer.

Chapter 7. Wireless Middleware, Leprechauns, and a Magical Rainbow.

Chapter 8. Handheld Application Design.

Chapter 9. The Cost To Go Wireless.

Chapter 10. Wireless Case Study: Ordering and Inventory.

Chapter 11. Wireless Case Study: Healthcare Charge Capture.

Chapter 12. Wireless Technology Trends and Conclusions.

Glossary.

Recommended Readings and References.

Index.