Zebra Technologies Introduces Sleek Enterprise Mobile Computer to Boost Frontline Productivity

Company’s EM45 Enterprise Mobile offers enterprise-grade features in a familiar design, eliminating the need for multiple devices

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Zebra Technologies Corporation, a global leader in digitizing and automating frontline workflows, today unveiled its new EM45 Enterprise Mobile, designed to improve productivity for frontline managers and workers across the retail, hospitality, healthcare, manufacturing, and warehouse industries. The sleek yet rugged enterprise mobile computer delivers enhanced workflow efficiency and device security.

According to Zebra’s latest research, most frontline workers prefer company-issued mobile computers for communication, collaboration, and workload management:

• Warehouse associates emphasize the importance of using ergonomic mobile devices (88%), communication apps (87%), and task management tools (91%) to address workplace challenges.
• 87% of retail associates feel more valued when provided with technology tools, and over 85% prefer using store-issued mobile devices for team collaboration and managing schedules and workloads.
• Healthcare leaders in non-clinical roles consider mobile computers among the top three transformative technologies for enhancing inventory accuracy and visibility.

The EM45 offers dual personal and work profile capabilities, which means users only need to carry one device. Powered by an AI-capable Qualcomm processor, the device features one-touch, push-to-talk collaboration and three custom action buttons to enable barcode scanning and distress call alerts.

With Zebra’s Workstation Connect, the EM45 instantly transforms into a full desktop experience with a powerful battery that provides up to 25 hours of uptime. And the Zebra DNA software suite simplifies its setup, deployment and device management.

“This new class of sleek enterprise mobile computers can be carried in your pocket as a company-owned, personally enabled device,” said James Poulton, Senior Vice President, Enterprise Mobile Computing, Zebra Technologies. “The EM45 enables better real-time decision-making along with improved collaboration, orchestration, and intelligence for frontline workers across multiple industries.”

Built for the demands of modern enterprises, the EM45 empowers workers in a variety of use cases with a robust, ergonomic solution:

• In retail, the EM45 can read digital wallets and take payments as well as quickly scan and track products, making it easier to manage stock levels, restock inventory, and reduce shrinkage.
• For postal, transportation and logistics providers, the EM45 enhances route management, and provides proof of delivery with its high-performance 50MP rear camera, optimized for detailed photos, videos, and fast barcode reading.
• In healthcare, the EM45 enables clinicians to track the location and status of patients and medical equipment.

The new EM45 is part of the recently launched EM45 series, which also includes the EM45 RFID model that offers a built-in short-range RFID reader for precise inventory counts and task completion without the need to juggle multiple devices.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

• Zebra introduces the EM45 Enterprise Mobile to improve personal productivity for the frontline.
• The EM45 series includes a powerful AI-capable Qualcomm processor and offers multiple user profiles with separate work and personal settings, removing the need to carry multiple devices.
• Powered by the Zebra DNA software suite, the EM45 series is easy to deploy and manage and offers diverse use cases across many industries.

ABOUT ZEBRA TECHNOLOGIES

Zebra (NASDAQ: ZBRA) provides the solutions to help businesses grow through increased asset visibility, connected frontline workers, and intelligent automation. The company operates in more than 100 countries, and our customers include over 80% of the Fortune 500. Designed for the frontline, Zebra’s award-winning portfolio includes hardware, software, and services, all backed by our 50+ years of innovation and global partner ecosystem. Follow Zebra on our blog and LinkedIn, visit our newsroom and learn more at www.zebra.com.