General Dynamics Itronix Government Market Page

The Government Challenge—To Succeed Where Others Can't

	Applications in government sectors make challenging demands on mobile computing devices, often requiring 24/7 performance in a variety of demanding environments around the globe. GD-Itronix' arsenal of wireless and secure rugged hardware and application software products meet and exceed these challenging application needs. GD-Itronix, a General Dynamics company, currently provides rugged wireless solutions to all segments of the government and public safety sectors from law enforcement and the FBI, to the desert and other battlefields around the world, for every arm of the military, to civilian specialty applications. Long-standing partnerships with industry-leading solution providers such as Lockheed Martin, Telos and DGI allow us to deliver world-leading solutions and specialty application software in a fully-integrated package for DOD, Special Agency and Civilian applications. And for U.S. federal, and city/state/local government customers, GD-Itronix solutions are also conveniently available in the GSA schedule through CDW-G and other government channel partners.
Federal Government Overview

	DOD/Military: When computing hardware needs to strike hard and perform under fire, GD-Itronix has a platoon of products that pass muster. GD-Itronix products are built from the ground up to perform in extreme conditions, meeting or exceeding MIL STD, including 810F. GD-Itronix is the only mobile computer provider that exceeds this stringent standard. Resistance to water, sand, dust, shock, drops and other environmental and operational hazards makes us a strong performer in the field. Designed-in security features such as removable hard drives enables GD-Itronix hardware to be used in ways that are impossible for our competition. These high-performance ruggedized and secure features achieve successful computing missions with easy-to-use devices. Check out specifics on DOD/Military solutions. NEW FORM FACTOR! Launched in June 2007, the go-everywhere GoBook® MR-1 is a fully rugged utra-portable notebook that combines all of the functionality of a full featured notebook plus multi-wireless communications technology into a compact, use-anywhere new game-changing form factor. Watch the GoBook MR-1 Video and "Touch the Future" (7.0 MB wmv) Learn more about the GoBook® MR-1 here! FBI: Criminals never stop breaking the law and the FBI never stops tracking them down. Computers are a powerful tool in investigating and apprehending these perpetrators. When standard computing solutions go AWOL, the GD-Itronix line-up of wireless, rugged notebooks, tablets, H/PCs and handhelds are on the agency's "Most Wanted List." In emergency and disaster situations, GD-Itronix computing solutions come through, providing first response teams and FBI-certified bomb squad personnel with data resources and interactive tools to supply practical, step-by-step actions for managing "weapons of mass destruction" incidents. Partnering with Defense Group Inc., (DGI) and their Chemical Biological Response Aide (CoBRA®) system has resulted in the deployment of GD-Itronix products to over 2,000 first responders, including National Guard WMD Civil Support teams, the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, the Pentagon Force Protection Agency and many fire and police departments, nationwide. Case Study Border Patrol: When it's 115°F under the blazing Arizona sun, it's difficult to think clearly, let alone handle real-time wireless computing. The same is true in a -10°F whiteout while on border patrol in the Great White North. GD-Itronix rugged computing solutions are made for the most extreme conditions that these officers face. Protecting our borders and our citizens from illegal aliens, smuggling and other clandestine activities demands computing performance that is up to the challenge. GD-Itronix GoBook computers are a solid defense. Homeland Security: Terrorism is an ever-present threat to our nation's security. Many government agencies and departments are focused on tracking and eliminating that threat. Computing plays a mission-critical role in communicating data between security agencies. When a loss of data can equate to loss of security, nothing performs better than GD-Itronix wireless, rugged computing solutions. In emergency and disaster situations, GD-Itronix computing solutions come through, providing first response teams and FBI-certified bomb squad personnel with data resources and interactive tools to supply practical, step-by-step actions for managing "weapons of mass destruction" incidents. Able to perform under explosive situations, in bio-terrorism hot-zones and maintain communication links even when networks go down, the GoBook line of computing solutions perform at their best when the situation is at its worst. Forest Service/Parks: Protecting and managing our nation's forest and recreational resources is no small job. When this area of the government needs to collect data in the remotest of wilderness areas, they turn to GD-Itronix. No matter what the environment, GD-Itronix computing solutions collect, store and transmit data securely and powerfully. GD-Itronix products take heat, cold, dust, moisture and the bumps and bruises of working in the great outdoors in stride. Case Study
City/State/Local Government Overview

	Law Enforcement: Law enforcement officers need every tool at their disposal to safely protect the populace. One of the most effective tools that they can use is a mobile computer. GD-Itronix GoBook solutions are a great line of defense for police, sheriff and state patrol. Turning a patrol car into a mobile office enables the officer to quickly run a suspect's rap sheet, look for priors and outstanding warrants, and even transmit and receive photographic resources to gain a positive ID. When the patrol area gets remote, GD-Itronix wireless communication solutions keep the officer connected to HQ and able to perform their duties with less risk and more effectiveness. Check out specifics on Law Enforcement and Public Safety solutions Fire/EMS/First Responders: GD-Itronix wireless, rugged computing solutions perform when lives are in the balance. Transmitting and receiving patient information helps emergency personnel best respond to a critical situation. Touchscreen data entry reduces time required for processing and enables patient data to be transferred and shared, improving medical care. When access to data is a matter of life and death, GD-Itronix solutions are the right prescription for emergency medical technicians and firefighters. First responders to emergency and disaster situations rely on the GD-Itronix GoBook line of solutions for chemical, biological and bomb squad computing. Partnering with Defense Group Inc., (DGI) and their Chemical Biological Response Aide (CoBRA®) system has resulted in the deployment of GD-Itronix products to over 2,000 first responders, including National Guard WMD Civil Support teams, the Defense Threat Reduction Agency, the Pentagon Force Protection Agency and many fire and police departments, nationwide. This partnership forms a complete hardware and software solution that gets the job done no matter how hazardous the situation. Check out specifics on Fire/EMS/First Responders solutions
The Benefits of an GD-Itronix Government Computing Solution

	With GD-Itronix computing solutions, government customers receive added benefits beyond the wireless, rugged performance of our products. World-Class Distinction: We know that servicing our customers doesn't end with the delivery of the product. We provide end-to-end services as a major differentiator between us and our competitors. Award-Winning Services: We are consistently recognized by our customers for excellence in service. An example is the "Partners in Progress" and Innovation in Service distinction we have received from Sears, Roebuck & Company. Depth of Expertise and Services: We have manufactured and supported mobile computing solutions for nearly two decades. We can handle everything from implementation and asset management, to gold disk and project management. Our three-tier customer support and warranty programs (iCare Services) are unmatched in the industry. For experience and depth of services, no one is better than GD-Itronix. Check out specifics on GD-Itronix Services Specialization in Large and Complex Deployments: Whether its 50 units or 15,000 units, we deploy and lead the implementation of your wireless rugged rollout seamlessly and around the globe. One-Call Client Service Center: One phone call to 800.638-9270 will handle your service and technical support issues.