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Microlise has released an in-vehicle tracking unit, which includes a GPRS modem with EDGE capability, which increases the speed of data communications transfer.

Unitech has released the PA600, a PDA which it says is one of the most lightweight mobile computers on the market.

Psion Teklogix has launched the 8580 and 8590 vehicle-mounted computers, designed for optimum performance in harsh environments and provide forklift operators with real time access to warehouse management tools, ensuring rapid data capture.

Datalogic has launched the Dragon family of hand held laser scanners designed to withstand the toughest environmental conditions.

Toshiba Europe has increased the throughput at its Regensburg plant in Germany by 5,500 units per day using an RFID system which has helped remove warehouse congestion.

Duncan Smillie, managing director of the mobile computing company Psion Teklogix, believes that the shift towards a greater use of voice technology is probably one of the most significant events in the logistics industry at the moment.

Order picking is a critical operation where delays and errors can cost you dear. However, there are now a range of technologies available to help. The difficult bit is choosing the right one. Malory Davies reports.