Case Study: Mobile::Inspector™

Field Data Collection System

Collect data anytime, anywhere

Capabilities

Mobile::Inspector™ System

• Platform independent—write once, deploy anywhere from web to PDAs to Smartphones
• Can be hosted by you or by MentorMate
• Open-source-based; no hidden third party tools or fees; security is verifiable
• Secure: 128-bit encryption SSL
• Scalable: Set up 10,000 users in 10 minutes
• There are lots of options and customization features

Admin Tool

• Create, edit and delete users. Assign privileges and content, monitor inspection results and usage

Client (both PDA and web)

• PocketPC or Palm
• Ability to manage things “on the fly”
• Multiple people can work on the same site
• Multimedia recording capability

Services

• Customization
• Set-up
• Training
• Support
• Content creation and conversion
• Hardware advising
• Project Management
• Process and systems integration

Mobilizing Knowledge

Client: Minnesota Department of Human Services

“We Focus on People-Not Programs” is the mission statement for Minnesota’s Department of Human Services. However, focusing on the needs of vulnerable people is difficult without ready access to data about them. The workload of DHS units has increased while budget cuts have eaten away at available resources. Without up-to-date, detailed, and accurate information, licensing and treatment decisions can suffer.

MentorMate worked to make information available in a precise, powerful and labor-efficient way by using handheld computers. Now, licensors are issued handheld units loaded with checklists, and information is gathered on-site. The information is integrated into the central database for analysis and decision-making. The State of Minnesota saves time and provides better service to those who need it most—all while staying within the confines of its budget.