Rugged Computer Reseller Makes the 2008 Inc. 5,000 List With Three-Year Sales Growth of 202.3%

Phoenix, AZ - August 26, 2008 – Group Mobile, a provider of rugged, mobile and field-use computing products, announced today that they made the Inc. 5,000 list of fast growth companies in the US for the second year in a row. With a three-year sales growth of 202.3%, Group Mobile also ranked #44 in the top 100 computers and electronics companies’ category. The Inc. 5,000 list is a comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy – America’s independent-minded entrepreneurs. Taken as a whole, companies that make this list represent the backbone of the U.S. economy. The 2008 Inc. 5000 list measures revenue growth from 2004 through 2007.

“We are honored to be a part of the 2008 Inc. 5,000 list of fast growth companies for a second year and we are taking several measures to ensure our future growth,” said Director of Marketing Sejal Solanki. “With concerns of a recession we have had to work harder at setting our company apart from the competition. On August 4th of this year we launched a new website with a new Web 2.0 look and feel as well as improved navigation and live chat. We have also put an increased focus on customer service and as a result much of our sales come from repeat customers.”

According to Richard Lawson, President of Group Mobile, “Rugged mobile computing is one of the fastest growing segments in the computer industry. Organizations are recognizing the tremendous productivity gains that can be achieved by automating their field work force. The advent of high-speed mobile broadband wireless communication has accelerated this growth since field or vehicle-based workers can now access their home office system, access the Internet, send and receive emails, be dispatched for the next job, provide instant work orders, price quotes, invoices, etc. from almost anywhere. And organizations have realized that commercial mainstream plastic computers, designed for the indoor worker, are not the right tool for the job.”

Magnesium-cased ruggedized computers, such as those offered at Group Mobile, operate problem-free for years and in less-than-ideal environmental conditions. Many will even handle a drop from 3-4 feet onto concrete. They are also designed to handle the constant vibrations associated with using a computer in a vehicle. “Fortunately for us, most IT departments and CFO’s have learned that paying a little more up front for a rugged, durable computer saves thousands of dollars over the life of that computer. Not to mention the significant reduction in headaches and improved worker morale that ensues from being provided with high quality and dependable work tools,” says Lawson.

About Group Mobile
Headquartered in Phoenix, AZ, Group Mobile serves customers all over North America. We supply customers ranging from Fortune 500 companies and the U.S. Military, to local police/fire/ambulance, to small and mid-size businesses, to the frequent traveler that needs something more durable than a commercial, plastic computer. Group Mobile carries all the leading brands such as Panasonic Toughbooks, GD-Itronix GoBooks, Xplore Technologies, Getac Inc. and more. To learn more about rugged computers and how they differ from commercial, plastic computers, check out the Rugged Computer Guide or visit us online at www.groupmobile.com.

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