Mobitex has established its strong position in the health care sector by offering a highly efficient communications channel for public services in which communications must never fail and where security is paramount. Mobitex has proven to be an excellent performer during crises, as the network remains available and accessible at all times.

Emergency services are naturally dependent on voice communications, but adding mobile data provides important additional benefits. Not only does Mobitex provide redundancy in the form of an alternative communications channel. Dispatch orders, commands and other information traditionally communicated via voice is transmitted more efficiently, reliably and with fewer errors over a dedicated wireless data network.

There is growing recognition that messaging expedites critical communications and improves decision support. In addition, confidence in the Mobitex network is high, as it has proven itself to be rugged, reliable and secure under extremely demanding conditions.

The high security level and reliability of Mobitex networks make them ideal for emergency services. For example, ambulance crews can send vital information about a patient's status to the receiving doctor while en route to a hospital. This not only saves time -it can save lives.

Mobitex offers end-to-end solutions and turnkey applications for the health care sector. Based on industry standards and using off-the-shelf components wherever possible, these solutions have been designed to meet the specific requirements of the health care sector and include standard functions for computer-aided dispatching and automatic vehicle locations, as well as application-specific functions, such as vital signs monitoring. Terminals are typically PC-based units designed for vehicle mounting and safe operation while driving.