Mobile workers who need to access and print data on the go will soon get new options from Symbol Technologies and bar-code-printer provider Zebra Technologies.
The companies first joint offering will combine Symbols ruggedized MC9000 and PPT 8800 handheld computers with Zebras QL mobile printers.
The duo will also co-develop mobile offerings targeted at verticals such as manufacturing, retail, government and health care.
In addition, Zebra will combine its forthcoming RW 420 wireless receipt printer with Symbols MC9000 and PPT 8800 handhelds to help users in the retail industry process transactions and payments on the fly.