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Software is "mobilized" when it just works, regardless of where users are, what devices they use, how they may be connected or even whether they are connected at all. The importance of business productivity and convenience of anywhere, anytime access to applications is clear; however, providing this level of access is a big step beyond merely wireless browsing.

Mobilized software can be developed using a variety of languages for many different platforms, using tools and techniques that are already familiar. But to gain the full capabilities of anywhere, anytime application access, new challenges must be addressed. These include providing: online/offline functionality so users can work without disruption even when network connections are interrupted; intelligent roaming when moving across hotspots; flexible access to data and applications on various computing devices; and tuning applications to conserve power and maximize performance.

“Mobilized Software: Building Applications that Handle the Realities of Mobile Environments” is brought to you by CMP Media in special association with Intel. This webcast will provide software architects/developers and enterprise IT managers and solutions providers insight into the opportunities and challenges of developing, deploying and managing mobilized applications.

Discussion topics:

• What is mobilized software and why is it shaping the future of computing?
• What are the challenges for building mobilized applications, including user interface, offline functionality, intelligent roaming, and power management?
• How can developers address the connectivity, user interface and application design challenges?
• What tools are available today and how can developers leverage existing tools and techniques?
• What are the opportunities for software developers, enterprise IT and solution providers?

Log on from your office to participate in this interactive discussion on the latest technologies for mobile applications.