Kerridge and Datatrak* Announce Strategic Partnership
June, 2005 – Kerridge Computers, a leading supplier of advanced software solutions, computer services and business communications technology, and Datatrak Solutions Limited, an emerging player in the dynamic world of mobile applications, today announced that the companies have reached an agreement to form a strategic partnership. Both companies have recognised the possible synergies that can be achieved through this partnership. Their products fit perfectly together allowing them to provide a homogenous solution to clients, which integrates back office functions with the flexibility of a complete mobile solution.
Kerridge has a track record of success, sustained development and continuity. The company has progressed to be one of Europe’s largest independent software houses providing complete, fully-integrated IT solutions for a range of strategic vertical markets.
Datatrak Solutions
was set up by Datatrak Holdings PLC in 2003 to focus the group’s many years of software development expertise in the domain. Datatrak Solutions have consolidated this extensive knowledge of mobile applications and field management solutions gained through projects, together with the versatility provided by today's mobile devices. The end result is an innovative solution for Dispatch and Fleet Management; DispatchIT.
It combines cutting edge technology with simplicity of
use, in a cost effective package that is achieving great
reviews from its rapidly growing client base.
"Kerridge and datatrak share the same vision: Providing
solutions to clients which closely match their business
needs, at a cost which allows them to achieve a rapid
return on investment and with a simplicity which allows
for an instant buy-in from all users," says Joe Fenech
Conti, CEO, Datatrak Solutions. "This is the driving
force behind all of the applications we design. As a
result of this agreement, Fleet managers can make
calculated decisions, saving time and money and focusing
effort on satisfying customers and improving operational
efficiency.
"The capabilities of our software solutions, combined with the tracking applications of Datatrak, will help our respective customers provide a more efficient and effective service to their own clients." adds Phil Morton at Kerridge.
This long-term, non-exclusive partnership will provide Kerridge’s extensive customer base with the opportunity to choose the DispatchIT application. This includes its state of the art user interface and features like route optimisation, integrated satellite navigation, real-time tracking and Proof of Delivery with low-cost reliable GPRS communications; all in a highly-customisable standard product.
"The chance to combine Datatrak solution’s unmatched tracking features and innovative mobile capabilities with the power of Kerridge's advanced computer services presents tremendous opportunities," said Ian Bendelow Kerridge’s …... "Together, both companies will work to offer Kerridge’s customers the premium job dispatch solution."
*datatrak rebranded to Loqus in February
2009
