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Download the full article Top-Notch Security M2M - Specialty Publications - April 6, 2007 M2M technology providers and system integrators often cite efficiency improvements and new revenue opportunities as common indicators of return-on-investment. However, as more and more customers use machine-to-machine applications to collect data, security has not only become a top-notch priority for end users and OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) but also a highly valued part of fostering a positive ROI. According to IDC Corp., www.idc.com, Framingham, Mass., as devices enabling a mobile workforce continue to shrink in size, the increased likelihood of losing devices, such as laptops, mobile phones, BlackBerrys, has caused growing concern over the sensitive corporate information they contain. Smart Shoes Get Smarter M2M - Specialty Publications - April 2, 2007 Smart shoes just got a little smarter. The newest models of GPS-enabled (global positioning system) shoes from Global Trek Xploration Corp. (GTXC), www.gtxcorp.com, Los Angeles, Calif., will now be equipped with wireless and location modules from Enfora Inc.,www.enfora.com, Plano, Texas. GTXC chose Enfora’s Enabler IIG-A-GPS modules for its robust and accurate platform, company executive say. Eric Stalnaker vice president of business development at GTXC explains, “Enfora and the Enabler II provide us with an integrated approach to software, Internet connectivity, and customization that lets us focus on our product and service offering.” Wireless Briefs by Andrew D. Smith | Dallas Morning News | Thursday, March 29, 2007 Few at conference get to soul of GPS shoe Satellite tracking services were expected to be one of the big attractions at this year's big wireless conference in Orlando, but the satellite shoe seemed to surprise most of the people walking around the convention floor. Many passers-by Wednesday furrowed their brows or shook their heads at what appeared to be a silly toy for spoiled yuppie joggers. Only a few investigated long enough to realize that the GPS HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_018147