Experts Available to Discuss Texas Plan to Provide Wi-Fi Access to Encourage Breaks for Fatigued Drivers
--| TOPIC: In an effort to reduce the number of auto crashes resulting from fatigued drivers, the Texas Department of Transportation plans to set up free wireless Internet access at rest stops and travel centers to persuade drivers to take more breaks, according to an article by The Associated Press. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports 1,500 people die each year in the United States due to fatigued motorists. The department started researching Wi-Fi hotspots last fall and plans to choose a vendor in July of this year. |
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Albert Lew, director of product management of Legra Systems, has a vast amount of experience in computer communications networks and is well versed in Wi-Fi and the burgeoning use of Wi-Fi by businesses. He is thoughtful and well spoken and able to describe technologies in a very plainspoken, understandable way. He is also able to articulate the potential long-term impact of technologies, such as Wi-Fi, on the economics of operations such as hotspots and traditional businesses. PR Contact: Olivia Hecht, 781-272-8400 ext 242, ohecht@legra.com
Josh Radlein is a wireless expert with CDW Corporation. He is an authoritative source on how wireless technology is being applied in SMBs and large businesses. Everyday, he works with some of CDW's 415,000+ customers advising them on the most appropriate technology and brands for their organization. He is an excellent source for insight and trends on customer pain points and success stories. PR Contact: Brian Schwartz, 847-371-3115, briasch@cdw.com
Marty Singer is the CEO of PCTEL, Inc., a leading publicly traded wireless intelligence company with multiple Fortune 500 clients. Singer has extensive experience in Wi-Fi, wireless communications, IP licensing, and international market development. PR Contact: Valerie Bent, 702-270-9696, valerie.bent@ccgir.com
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