fact sheet mobile computing

Fact Sheet

Logistics Execution

At LOGOS, we know every business has unique challenges

in which they need to fit the right solution to the business

environment needs. In the area of Mobile Data Collection

Systems, we offer a complete portfolio of options available

to you and experience and capability to suggest and imple-

ment the right solution.

When connecting to SAP, their are four general types of

technologies to choose from, and each with their benefits

and limitations.

SAPConsole

Mobile Data Collection Systems

SAP

WebConsole

External

Satellite System

Web Dynpro

ITSMobile

■ One of the first steps is to come to a business strategy of what type of system is right for you. Here are some general questions in which we can cover with you.

Should you pick an SAP solution or should you go with an external Satellite System?

Do you need/want graphical displays? Do you want to utilize tools such as drop-down selection boxes?

Are you trying to utilize existing old mobile data equipment which is character based?

How many users will be utilizing the system?

Do you need other systems integrated, such as labeling systems and equipment?

What release of SAP do you have and are you planning on upgrading in the next few years?

So, what are each of these and which one is best for your application?

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Fact Sheet

Logistics Execution

Programming

Architecture

Application

Platforms

Functionality

Scalability

Number of users

Functional

Components

Language

Security / Risk

Integration with

other Satellites &

Portals

SAP Release

SAP upgrade

complexity

Logistics Execution g

Comparison chartSAPConsole

Internal SAP ABAP

Requires separate windows based machine for Telnet and SAP Console

SAPConsole connections are basically SAP GUI dialog users.

Telnet over TCP

Requires separate windows NT, 200, XP, 2003 Server

Text-based interface

Screen navigation by function keys

Minimal flexibility due to all screens are translated and typically not open for customization

Limited in number of user sessions

Each user must ha-ve SAP user log-on

Can utilize existing RF transactions in SAP WM or SAP

Limited – 128 characters

All users connected direct with ERP

Limited

4.6 to 4.7

Moderate

SAP WebConsole

Internal SAP ABAP

Requires separate windows based ma-chine with IIS and SAP plug-in

Uses web techno logy to handle sessions and user data

Requires separate windows NT, 200, XP, 2003 Server

Browser-based interface

Screen navigation via function key and touch screen

Supports drop down selection functions

IIS Limited, but can handle more sessions

Each user must have SAP user log-on


Unlimited & Unicode capable

Connected through server

Limited

4.6 to 4.7

Moderate

ITSMobile

Internal SAP ABAP & HTML

Mobile devices running a client browser connect directly to SAP Netweaver server via ICM

HTML over HTTP/HTTPS

SAP NetWeaver




High degree of flexibility, capable of utilizing one SAP user interface




Unlimited Utilize same tech-nology for Vendor Customer Portals

> 4.7

Moderate

Web Dynpro

Internal SAP JAVA

Mobile devices running a client brow-ser connect to the Web Dynpro frame-work, which then calls the Web Dypro appli-cation

Connects to ABAP sy-stem and database using SAP Java Con-nector

XML over HTTP/HTTPS

SAP NetWeaver




Open connection with SAP per user, more users will impact system performance

Currently no or very limited available RF transactions in SAP due to Java, must program manually


All users connected direct with ERP

Limited

> 4.7

Moderate

External Satellite System

External to SAP JAVA

Java EE based application framework with embedded Apache Tomcat core

Connections to SAP via SAP JCo (Java Connec-tor)

Microsoft Server 2003 / 2008 Server

Unix / Linux Server




High degree of flexibility, capable of utilizing one SAP user interface

Cannot utilize RF trans-actions in SAP WM or SAP. However, many transactions already exi-sting in imotic database



Unlimited Utilize same technology for Vendor Customer Portals

Any

Minimal






■ What separates us from the rest? We offer the best of both worlds!

■ We specialize in logistics and mobile data collection processes. When you partner with us, we offer consulting on optimizing your business processes and finding solutions to drive continuous improvement and deliver bottom line results.

■ From highly complex manufacturing and distribution processes to fast pace material handling, we have the expertise to delivery solutions that fit your business.

■ We offer a complete package of solutions. In the event you utilize one of the SAP Mobile solutions, but come across a system constraint we can employ an external tool to fulfill your requirements.

■ All of our SAP coding and develop-ment is “in-house”. The functionality we go over with you is what we will deliver.

■ We handle the full spectrum of Mobil Da-ta Computing from Vendor Portals, in-house processes (inc. Receiving, Mfg, Ship-ping) to customer interfaces.

■ LOGOS is a developer of software solutions:

■ Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

■ Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)

■ Process Control Systems (PCS)

■ Web-based applications

■ Mobile Data Entry and Mobile Communications

■ Certified Interfaces to SAP R/3 Logistics

The LOGOS Difference

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LOGOS Print System

■ LOGOS offers following services & support:

■ Logistics Consulting

■ Project Management

■ SAP R/3 Development & Consulting

■ Web Development

■ Customer Support 24x7






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