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Mobile Device use in Underserved Areas
Challenges, Considerations and Lessons Learned 3/20/2013
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Agenda
Use Case Overview
Field Environment
Challenges and Approaches
Lessons Learned
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Use Case Overview
Experiences Based on Domestic and International Projects
Data Collection in Developing/Disadvantaged Areas
Interviewer Led, Typically Performed in Remote Villages and Towns
Local/Cultural Considerations – Education/Literacy Levels
– Language
– Distrust
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Field Environment
Limited Infrastructure – Power Availability
– Communications Infrastructure
– Travel Difficulty
Rough Conditions – Unpaved Roads
– Dusty Environments
– High Humidity
Potential for Loss or Damage of Devices
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Project Characteristics
Short Startup and Fielding Period Allows Limited Time for: – Device and Tool Evaluation and Selection
– Piloting a Solution
– Designing Operational Procedures
– Training
– Data Collection
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Considerations: Device Types
• MS Windows Tablets
– HP, Samsung, Fujitsu, MS Surface
• Android Tablets and Phones
– HTC, Samsung, Asus, Motorola
• iOS Devices
– iPad, iPad mini, iPhone, iPod Touch
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Considerations: Device Characteristics
Size
Ease of Use
Battery Life
Ruggedize
Communication Capabilities
Security Capabilities
Available Quantities
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Approaches: Device Configuration and Management
Baseline Definition for Ease of Use – Applications Should Be Easily Accessible
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Approaches: Device Configuration and Management
Options For Conserving Device Battery Life
• Screen Brightness
• Sleep
• Wireless
• GPS
• Bluetooth
• Case
• etc..
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Approaches: Device Configuration and Management
Options for Power Replenishment – Universal AC Adapters
– Inverters
– External Batteries
– Car Adapters
– 12V Splitters
– Solar Chargers
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Approaches: Device Configuration and Management
Options for Device Protection & Handling – Ruggedize
– Reduce Exposure to Dust & Dirt
– Accessories for Safe Handling
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Approaches: Mobile Communications
Options and Considerations for Device Mobile Communications
– Plan for Limited Internet Access
– Limited Wi-Fi Availability • Kiosks, Some Hotels in Cities
– MiFi Options • Local Carrier Network Technologies Differ
– Mobile Smartphone Tethering Options
– Check Carrier Charges • “Roaming Charges May Apply”
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Approaches: Device Configuration for Data Security
– Device Password Protection
– Auto Lock
– Centralized Password Management
– Device Data Encryption
– Secure Data Transmission
– Remote Device Wipe Options - Consider MDM Solutions
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Approaches: Large Scale Device Management
Considerations For Large Scale Deployments: – Device Acquisition in Large Quantities
• Procurement
• Receipt
• Inventory & Tracking
• Secure Storage
– Device Cloning • Automated & Manual
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Approaches: Large Scale Device Management
Considerations for Large Scale Deployments: – Shipping and In-Country Delivery Logistics
» Import/Export Restrictions
» Taxes/Customs
» Local Regulations
– Remote Mobile Device Management and Configuration Management
» In-Field Application and Software Upgrades
» OS Upgrade Management
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Approaches: Large Scale Device Management
Devices and Accessories Upon Return – Prepare for Redeployment
• Clean
• Backup-> Wipe -> Reconfigure
• Repair
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Lessons Learned
New devices and software continually and quickly emerging – As an Ongoing Activity – Need to Evaluate New Software
Products and Devices for Consideration
Device and OS – Continue to Evolve
Ability to purchase uniform fleets of devices for use over extended periods of time can be a challenge
Mobile Device technology and broadband availability vary from country to country
Security and Device Management can be challenging – Ongoing Monitoring for Potential Security Vulnerabilities
– Consider Tools for Device Policy Management
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