Remote and mobile employees on the move benefit from Wi-Fi
iPass Inc. (NASDAQ: IPAS) a long-time leader in providing mobility
services to many of the world’s largest
companies, today announced that Sony Ericsson, a global provider of
mobile multimedia devices, including feature-rich phones, accessories
and PC cards, is rolling out iPass Mobile Office to its global remote
workforce. Sony Ericsson has offices around the world including Sweden,
UK, France, Netherlands, India, Japan, China and the US.
iPass Mobile Office is an award-winning service that unifies mobility
management over any Internet connection. It works to optimize mobile
access, centrally manage mobile devices and connections, and control the
end-user organisation’s mobility expenses.
Users connect via the iPassConnect™ mobility
manager, enabling a simple and consistent user experience over all
Internet connections, multiple access technologies and various laptop
and handheld device platforms.
iPass has become an obvious choice for enterprises with large mobile
workforces due to its high level of usability and expansive global Wi-Fi
network, which now includes over 100,000 Wi-Fi hotspots (including more
than 50,000 in Europe) and coverage in over 550 unique airports. Other
hotspots locations include hotels, cafes, restaurants and retail outlets.
“Customers such as Sony Ericsson need a
solution that gives their mobile workers the flexibility to access
corporate resources on the road, while having the necessary tools to
keep a hold on costs - iPass fits the bill perfectly,”
said Rene Hendrikse, managing director, iPass EMEA. “We
have a very strong local team to support the business in Northern Europe
plus an extensive network of iPass-ready broadband locations around the
world. We look forward to working further with Sony Ericsson in the
future as their access requirements develop.”
iPass also provides comprehensive training programs as part of service
deployment, including customized online training and an on-site global
helpdesk support program. Especially with such large scale and
widespread deployments, this approach is focused on ensuring that every
user can properly leverage the iPass Mobile Office service in order to
drastically reduce support requirements and boost productivity.
About iPass Inc.
iPass helps enterprises unify the management of remote and mobile
connectivity and devices. With iPass software and services, customers
can create easy-to-use broadband solutions for their mobile workers,
home offices, and branch and retail locations, complete with device
management, security validation, and unified billing. iPass offerings
are powered by its leading global virtual network, on-demand management
platform, and award-winning client software. Hundreds of Global 2000
companies rely on iPass services, including Nokia, Reuters and Sony
Ericsson. Founded in 1996, iPass is headquartered in Redwood Shores,
Calif., with offices throughout North America, Europe and Asia. For more
information, visit www.ipass.com.
iPass® is a registered trademark of iPass Inc.
Breakaway Communications for iPass
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