Motion Computing appoints seasoned sales and marketing executive to lead new regional sales
SYDNEY, NSW, April 3, 2006 — Motion Computing®, a leader in mobile computing and wireless communications, today announced the appointment of Brett Gross as regional manager in Australia and New Zealand.
In his new role, Gross will oversee all sales and marketing efforts in Australia, focusing on expanding Motion’s channel partner and distributor programs. Motion’s products are ideally suited to healthcare, government and sales force automation applications where mobility, pen input, wireless connectivity and specialized applications can boost organizations productivity and flexibility.
The company, headquartered in Austin, Texas, sells its products in 24 countries, and expanded into Australia and New Zealand because of the significant market opportunity. According to Michael Sager, IDC Australia¹s PC Hardware Research Manager, IDC Australia found that the local Tablet PC Market grew by 25% from 2004 to 2005. Referenced from the IDC Australia PC Tracker, Q4 2005.
Commenting on Gross’ appointment, Peter Lewis, director of international business development at Motion, said: “Brett brings deep mobile hardware expertise and extensive business development experience to Motion Computing. We are excited about strengthening our capabilities in the Australian market and confident that Brett’s leadership and vision will help us accomplish our goals.”
“Motion is an innovative leader in the tablet PC industry and focused on delivering tangible productivity improvements to its customers,” said Gross. “I look forward to working with Motion’s executive team to build the company’s capabilities in Australia, and continue to drive its growth in tablet PC market share.”
Prior to joining Motion Computing, Gross worked as a business development executive at Panasonic in the Toughbook Group where he secured multi-million-dollar sales contracts; identified and developed key vertical markets, including telecommunications, defense, government, and utilities; created marketing and retail partnerships; and lead technical teams in development of new technology. Gross secured Panasonic’s largest Australian rugged computer contract.
About Motion Computing
Motion Computing produces slate tablet PCs for mobile professionals in vertical industries including healthcare, field sales and service, government and education. Motion is a mobile computing and wireless communications leader, combining world-class innovation and industry experience so individuals can use computing technology in new ways and places. Marketed through an experienced international reseller network and directly through its Web site, each Motion product is built to customer specifications. The company’s enhanced line of tablet PCs and accessories are designed to increase productivity for on-the-go users while providing security, power and versatility. For more information, visit www.motioncomputing.com.au
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