Join host Joe Basili as he explores purpose-built Android devices with Social Mobile experts Travis Simpson (Director of Channel Development) and Janelle DeGregorio (Director of Enterprise Solutions). This 42-minute episode reveals how custom enterprise-grade devices are transforming industries from healthcare to corrections facilities.

Discover how Social Mobile revolutionizes enterprise mobility by moving away from expensive consumer devices (Samsung/Apple) to purpose-built Android solutions offering 60-70% cost savings with superior functionality for specific business use cases. Learn critical differences between enterprise-grade and consumer devices, where enterprise solutions prioritize locked-down functionality, extended lifecycle support (3-5 years), and customizable features.

Key Case Study: The groundbreaking corrections-grade tablet for Securus Technologies features advanced security with tamper detection, electrical tape sensors, and Bluetooth tracking that functions even when powered off, exemplifying Social Mobile's collaborative approach to complex enterprise challenges.

Travis and Janelle discuss emerging trends in enterprise mobility, particularly wearable technology adoption beyond health tracking as strategic tools for operational challenges. They address enterprise pain points including annual device re-evaluation burden, international deployment complexities, and software update management for mission-critical applications.

Industry analysis reveals manufacturing and textile industries' resistance to new technology despite competitive advantages. Guests share strategies for overcoming barriers, emphasizing relationship-building and proper listening as fundamental to enterprise technology sales.

The discussion covers AI implementation in enterprise environments, regulatory challenges (HIPAA/OSHA compliance), and personal career insights about embracing change and calculated risks.

Chapters:

00:00 - Social Mobile's Focus Areas

05:30 - Enterprise vs Consumer Devices

12:00 - Securus Corrections Tablet Case Study

18:00 - Wearables and IoT Trends

24:00 - Industry Adoption Challenges

30:00 - Personal Career Journeys

36:00 - AI and Technology Trends

40:00 - Contact Information

Key Takeaways:

• Enterprise devices focus on specific use cases over flashy features

• 60-70% cost savings vs Samsung/Apple with 3-5 year lifecycle

• Software update scheduling critical for healthcare applications

• Wearables represent next enterprise mobility frontier

• Manufacturing/textile industries lag in adoption

• AI requires careful regulatory compliance consideration

• Custom development needs extensive listening and collaboration

• Change management drives career growth

Quote: "We all know that what we do is 90% relationships and being able to get in front of the right people and to listen properly." - Travis Simpson

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