Multi-Tech Cellular Modems Enable Lifesaving Mobile Healthcare Solution
This video news clip features Multi-Tech customer, Physio Control, and its portable defibrillator in action.
Matt Sharma, Multi-Tech EVP, discusses Cellular Development Platform at CTIA
Video interview reveals how using Multi-Tech's Platform provides quick-to-market and cost-effective M2M solutions.
Multi-Tech Systems Supports Aid Organizations Helping Haiti
Company Encourages Employees and Others to Help
Multi-Tech’s charitable donation to organizations with relief efforts in Haiti has reached a total of almost $16,000. The company made a $10,000 donation to the American Red Cross and matched employee donations to the following organizations:
M2M Magazine announced its M2M 100 for 2010 and Multi-Tech is once again named among this annual list of the most influential companies in the machine-to-machine space. Read entire news release.
Multi-Tech Among Top 30 Women's Business Enterprises
WE USA magazine features CEO Pat Sharma
Multi-Tech Systems was chosen as a leading WBE from both The Women’s Business Development Center -Chicago and Women’s Business Enterprise Council – Great Lakes. Women’s Enterprise magazine salutes 30 top business leaders, including Multi-Tech's President and CEO, Pat Sharma, in its October issue. “As one of a small minority of women who successfully lead high-tech companies, the WBENC has revealed many valuable opportunities afforded with this role. One opportunity is Multi-Tech’s WBE certification, which has had a very tangible impact on our business. New doors have been opened to companies with corporate supply chain diversity and purchasing guidelines; it’s definitely an important differentiator,” said Sharma.Read More at WE Magazine website.
Multi-Tech CEO Named 2009 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year by Minneapolis Law Firm
Patricia J. Sharma, CEO of Multi-Tech Systems, Inc., was named 2009 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year by the Minneapolis law firm of Mansfield Tanick & Cohen.The award is presented each year to a woman business owner/manager who has demonstrated extraordinary leadership and success in the management and operation of their business.
Multi-Tech, founded by Pat’s late husband, Dr. Raghu Sharma, is the world-wide leader in analog and cellular modem products and solutions. Since 1970, Multi-Tech Systems has established over 70 patents covering the more than 20 million devices deployed world-wide.
Pat succeeded Dr. Sharma as CEO after his death in 2007 and, according to Earl Cohen, CEO of the firm “Pat has spent the last two years, in the face of a changing economic and technology landscape, reshaping the company to meet the demands of the marketplace in the coming decades.We can think of no one more deserving of this recognition than Pat.”
Multi-Tech is certified by the WBENC as a Women’s Business Enterprise.
Multi-Tech Systems Receives WBENC Certification
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. has received national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).The WBENC certification demonstrates Multi-Tech's commitment to building successful partnerships among vendors, corporations and government agencies by fostering diversity, and helping organizations to fulfill their corporate supplier objectives.
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Multi-Tech SMS Server Provides Robust Alerting Service for Nagios
Linux Journal Outlines How to Implement a Nagios-to-SMS Service: Read entire article.
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Multi-Tech Provides Insight into Effortless M2M Communications
Annette Evans Discusses Multi-Tech Solutions at ITExpo’s M2M Evolution. View Video
Intelligent Cellular Embedded Modem Now Features Dedicated GPS Receiver
Compact Solution Offers Enhanced M2M Communication plus Fleet Logistics & Asset Tracking Capability
Multi-Tech's new ready-to-integrate SocketModem® iCell intelligent embedded GPRS cellular modem with a dedicated GPS receiver provides companies the ability to access location information along with real-time data. Businesses can streamline fleet logistics and track assets while significantly saving time and enhancing services. Read entire news release.
New Intelligent SMS Server with API Brings Text Messaging to M2M Applications
Multi-Tech is now shipping a new MultiModem® iSMS intelligent SMS server, which leverages text messaging to cost-effectively send or receive information, instructions, status updates or alerts. The standalone, turnkey device is unique in its ability to integrate text messaging communications into third party M2M (machine-to-machine) applications via an easy-to-program, highly flexible API (Application Programming Interface). Read entire news release.
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Multi-Tech Systems Hosts International Gathering of Cellular Technology Professionals in Minneapolis
PTCRB Members to Discuss Standards for Cellular GSM Devices
Cellular technology industry leaders from around the globe will gather in Minnesota Sept. 14-17, 2009 for the quarterly PTCRB meeting, hosted by Multi-Tech® Systems, Inc, a Minneapolis-based cellular modem and wireless technology manufacturer. For four days, representatives from carriers, test labs, integrators and manufacturers will discuss requirements for new technologies that utilize GSM cellular networks.
Multi-Tech Systems Sponsors Inaugural M2M Evolution Conference at TMC’s ITExpo
New Event Helps Uncover Business Opportunities in Machine-to-Machine Technology
Multi-Tech Systems, a global manufacturer of award-winning embedded and external modems and Unified Communications products, signed on as the corporate sponsor of Technology Marketing Corporation’s (TMC®) first ever M2M Evolution Conference, taking place September 1, 2009 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Read entire news release.
Multi-Tech® Systems Achieves Interoperability Certification with Broadvox SIP Trunking
Broadvox GO! SIP Trunking Delivers VoIP Business Solutions for SMBs and Enterprises with MultiVOIP® FX SIP Gateway
Broadvox announced interoperability certification with the Multi-Tech Systems IP communications gateway. Multi-Tech Systems completed extensive testing of the MultiVOIP® FX SIP Gateway with Broadvox SIP Trunking services, enabling delivery of a high quality IP communications system to businesses ranging in size from small to medium to enterprise. Read entire news release.
Multi-Tech Announces New MultiConnect AW Converter
As it becomes increasingly difficult to find PSTN lines in homes and businesses, and complete analog networks are being sunset, many device manufacturers are faced with the problem of finding new ways to connect their legacy analog devices to the latest digital communication networks. With its new MultiConnect™ AW Analog-to-Wireless Converter, Multi-Tech Systems is providing a cost-effective and convenient solution for the millions of devices with built-in analog modems needing to be deployed in M2M (machine-to-machine) applications. Read entire news release.
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Integrated Solutions Magazine Reports on Benefits of Pipeline’s Remote Monitoring System Enabled by Multi-Tech
Multi-Tech modems provide quick and reliable solution for pipeline monitoring system.
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Multi-Tech Expands Agreement with Digi-Key Corporation
Multi-Tech® Systems’ embedded and device modems are now available globally through Digi-Key Corporation, an electronic components distributor known for its availability of in-stock products. This allows Digi-Key to expand its offering of Multi-Tech’s embedded modems with universal socket design to also include ready-to-deploy, standalone cellular modems, like MultiModem® device networking product lines. Read complete news release.
Intelligent Wireless Router Instantly Enables Data-Intensive M2M Communication in Real-Time
Multi-Tech System’s new 3G intelligent wireless router instantly makes existing or next generation devices communication-ready. The MultiModem® rCell intelligent wireless router with HSDPA support is ideal for highly data intensive, mission-critical applications such as real-time remote video surveillance, downloading large files or shared Internet access over a high-speed wireless connection. Read the entire news release.
Multi-Tech Launches Next Generation Fax Server Offering Enhanced Storage and Increased Memory
Fax-to-email server delivers increased production and quick ROI
Multi-Tech Systems announces the next generation of its FaxFinder® V.34 fax server, enhanced to provide increased production and cost savings. Converting faxes to PDF or TIFF files to deliver via email is this fax product’s core function, eliminating the need for paper, toner, and even a fax machine. The higher level functionality of the new FaxFinder allows companies to use existing email software or a Web form to securely send, archive or automatically print faxes. Corporate offices can easily transmit faxes, over a WAN, to remote offices and field sales people. Administrators can view the
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Multi-Tech Receives 2009 M2M Magazine Value Chain Award
M2M Magazine presented Multi-Tech® Systems a Value Chain Award at the fifth annual M2M Connected World Awards Gala on June 11, 2009 in Chicago. The Value Chain Awards recognize the most successful adopters of M2M (machine-to-machine) technology and the teams of solution providers that made their successes possible. Multi-Tech’s team, which includes Eastside Management, KORE Telematics, and PureSense, received the award for a solution in agriculture.
“The recipients of the 2009 Value Chain Awards have truly found a way to implement machine-to-machine technology to its fullest potential, using all parts of the value chain to achieve their goals,” said Mike Carrozzo, chief editor, M2M magazine.
The winners of the Value Chain Awards are determined by an independent panel of industry analysts and experts. Entries are judged on the overall strength of the deployment, especially the level of innovation and the business value obtained.
“It’s an honor to be part of a team that receives an M2M Value Chain Award,” said Jim Cairns, Director of Marketing Communications, who accepted the award on behalf of Multi-Tech. “Multi-Tech is coming up on 40 years of designing and manufacturing modems and have more than 20 million devices deployed around the world, so we understand that the right partnerships are vital to making M2M possible.”
Mouser Electronics Expands Distribution of Multi-Tech Embedded Modem Line to Global Market
Multi-Tech® Systems cellular and analog embedded modems are now available worldwide through Mouser Electronics, Inc. Now Mouser Electronics’ international customers can easily bring M2M (machine-to-machine) communications solutions to market by connecting data over cellular networks from anywhere in the world. With complete global compliance, Multi-Tech's products are certified by more than 20 carriers in more than 40 countries, allowing companies to quickly and affordably bring embedded modem solutions to market. These modems enable real time communications for solutions such as remote monitoring, smart grid networking, home and mobile healthcare, and fleet management.
Wireless Dealer Magazine Interviews Multi-Tech Director of Marketing
Wireless Dealer Magazine interviews Multi-Tech Director of Marketing at CTIA conference and discusses why Multi-Tech’s 40 years in modem industry provide deep insights into customer needs and a strong foundation for future endeavors. View Video – Please click on the Multi-Tech segment.
Machine-to-Machine Solutions Explored in CTIA Interview
Jim Cairns, Director of Marketing, discusses real success stories on how Multi-Tech modems are enabling machine-to-machine communications for vertical markets, such as healthcare, in a TMC interview at the CTIA conference for the wireless telecommunications industry. Watch the video.
Radio Interview Reveals How Multi-Tech Enables Winning Solutions for Customers
M2M Magazine's Peggy Smedley interviews Jim Cairns, Multi-Tech's Director of Marketing, and reveals some exciting solutions that are enabled through Multi-Tech products. Listen to audio.
Multi-Tech Systems Announces New Distribution Partner in India
One Network is now an official Multi-Tech Systems distributor. The partnership was launched at Convergence India, the country’s largest telecom and electronic tradeshow held in mid-March. One Netw
ork showcased Multi-Tech device networking and unified communications products, which attracted a great deal of attention from IT and telecom government officials, as well as large Indian corporations. One Network was carefully selected for distributing Multi-Tech products because it provides comprehensive IT support services, resources and solutions to organizations.
The partnership aims to enhance Multi-Tech System’s presence in India, which is experiencing exponential growth in IT and data communications. “Cellular subscriber numbers in India have increased 1000% over the past 2.5 years, with 10 million new users every month,” said Matt Sharma, Multi-Tech Systems Executive Vice President. “India is investing heavily in its infrastructure and the massive growth in cellular provides the perfect foundation for Multi-Tech’s M2M strategy.”
One Networkis headquartered in Mumbai and has five satellite offices throughout India. Sanjay Makhija, Chairman of One Network, has been selling Multi-Tech products in India since 1988.
Industry Expert Reviews MultiModem® iSMS (formerly SMSFinder)
Turnkey SMS server proves to be easy to use and cost-effective
Telecom industry veteran, Biju Oommen, a telecommunications and network consultant, test drives the Multi-Tech SMSFinder® and discovers the true benefits of SMS messaging, including its cost-effectiveness and simplicity.
As the recession forces companies to tighten their budgets, Multi-Tech’s SMSFinder becomes an increasingly attractive low-cost option for improving productivity and saving on expenses. Distributing text messages with a push of a button to clients, subscribers and members, frees staff to perform other vital tasks and it also saves on costs associated with printing and postage. In addition, advertising through Multi-Tech’s SMSFinder allows for a richer interaction with customers via a direct response feature and a clear-cut means to measure the success of a marketing campaign.
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Multi-Tech Announces M2M Cellular IP Modem
MultiModem® iCell, the Answer to Remote Monitoring and Reporting for Mission Critical Applications
Multi-Tech is now shipping its new MultiModem® iCell intelligent wireless modems designed for mission-critical M2M remote monitoring and control applications. The external modem features Multi-Tech’s Universal IP stack (UIP) and a five-port GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) interface providing remote signal monitoring for a wide range of control systems. The applications programming interface (API) for the IP stack means designers need only program IP functionality once for multiple applications and the GPIO interface enables the modem to capture and analyze data from remote sensors such as tank levels, cargo door access and temperature.
Multi-Tech has been voted as a Best Channel Vendor by Business Solutions Magazine's VAR subscribers. The survey of almost 18,000 VARs ranked vendors on product innovation, features, reliability, service and support, and channel/VAR programs and margins. This award is the most recent testament to Multi-Tech's commitment to providing best in class products, VAR programs, and service.
"We are particularly pleased with this award because it comes from one of the most important links in the business technology supply chain," states Bill Chesney, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. "VARs have always been a critical path between the end user and the technology supplier. And to be selected by them as a Best Channel Vendor is very significant."
To help ensure continuing high-level support, Multi-Tech developed and implemented its multi-tiered Optimum Reseller Program. It has been in place for over ten years and provides the means for VARs to work directly with Multi-Tech in the areas of exclusive promotions, ongoing communications, pre-sales support, online access to sales tools and marketing resources, free sales training, seminar development assistance, competitive pricing and demo equipment. According to a VAR in the Business Solutions survey, "Whenever I call Multi-Tech for support, they are always responsive, helpful, and friendly.”
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. has received national certification as a Women’s Business Enterprise through the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC).
