World Vision using mobile computers to speed up medical data collection

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To help deliver more efficient aid to remote areas internationally, two Seattle companies are teaming up. World Vision International announced a new partnership today with Intermec, an Everett-based company that processes data and develops RFID products, industrial printers and bar coding scanners. The Christian aid organization plans to use Intermec’s mobile device, the CN50, to streamline the data collection process of its… Read More…

Honeywell to buy printer and barcode scanner maker Intermec for $600 million

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Intermec, an Everett-based company that develops RFID products, industrial printers and bar coding scanners, has agreed to be acquired for up to $600 million by Honeywell. “Our board conducted a thoughtful and comprehensive strategic review of Intermec’s business with the goal of determining the best possible overall outcome for our stakeholders,” said Intermech Chairman Allen Lauer. ”The… Read More…

Intermec cutting 170 staffers in corporate restructuring

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Intermec, an Everett maker of rugged mobile computers and bar coding and RFID technologies, said that it plans to cut 170 jobs, or seven percent of its work force, as part of an effort to reduce costs. “The restructuring plan is intended to bring the company’s cost structure in line with our current and anticipated… Read More…

Tech Moves: Ex-Microsoft VP Michael Sievert named CEO of Discovery Bay Games

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Michael Sievert has worked in executive roles at a number of well known Seattle area technology companies over the years, serving as corporate vice president of the Windows Business Group at Microsoft; chief commercial officer at Clearwire and chief marketing officer at AT&T Wireless. Now, the tech veteran is going to give the world of games… Read More…