21 April 2008

Microsoft has unveiled the beta release of BizTalk RFID Mobile, a lightweight platform for a variety of mobile devices. The company says the new product will simplify the development of mobile applications using real-time business information.

The release is a private beta with general availability expected in late 2008. Customers and partners can participate in the BizTalk RFID Mobile Technology Adoption Program (TAP) by registering at https://connect.microsoft.com/site/sitehome.aspx?SiteID=65.

“Given today’s fast-paced environment, customers have asked for business process technologies that enable real-time decision-making to help drive measurable business results,” said Burley Kawasaki, director of product management in the Connected Systems Division at Microsoft. “Together with leading industry partners including Motorola, Intermec, Unitech, Samsung and Psion Teklogix, we will deliver a cost-effective, mobile RFID platform that works with existing business processes and systems.”

“BizTalk RFID Mobile represents an exciting opportunity for Motorola to build on our track record of delivering innovative products to meet customer needs,” said Joe White, vice president of RFID business development for Motorola Enterprise Mobility. BizTalk RFID Mobile, which will be deployed with BizTalk Server 2006 R2, is designed to enable real-time decision making by extending business process to Windows CE and Windows Mobile 5.0 applications. BizTalk Server 2006 R2, generally available since September 2007, includes advancements for fixed RFID readers including device management, data filtering and business rules, electronic data interchange (EDI), and interoperability with line-of-business adapters for manufacturing, finance and healthcare.

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