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Leading Data Capture/POS Distributor Sees Increased Demand for Mobile Workforce in 2009, Adds Baracoda's Bluetooth Barcode Devices and Adapters to Growing Solutions Portfolio CARLSBAD, Calif., Dec. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- Ingram Micro's (NYSE:IM) Data Capture and Point-of-Sale (POS) Division today announced it has expanded its mobile data capture portfolio, adding Baracoda's comprehensive range of Bluetooth barcode devices and adapters that enable multiple applications with PCs, Mac, POS, PDAs, Terminals, Mobile Phones, robot and LAN networks. "Demand for mobile workforce solutions is on the rise -- especially in vertical markets such as retail, healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation where precision and service levels are top priorities," says Justin Scopaz, vice president and general manager, Ingram Micro Data Capture and POS Division. "By leveraging mobile wireless technologies such as Baracoda's scanners and adapters, IT service providers can help companies achieve operational experience and clearly demonstrate ROI by increasing workforce productivity and introducing more efficiency." Baracoda's entire line of Bluetooth barcode scanners and adapters, which includes D-flys, Pencils, Roadrunners, Scanwear, Tagrunners, and Toughrunners is now available to Ingram Micro solution providers in the U.S. No certifications are necessary. Training and solution-focused technical support services are available from Ingram Micro. "We're pleased to add Baracoda to our growing portfolio of mobile workforce solutions," says Scopaz. "As the IT industry's only broad-based distributor with a focused division on data capture and POS, we are uniquely positioned to provide our channel partners a complete portfolio of IT business solutions. From network infrastructure to wireless handhelds and self-service kiosks -- we can help channel partners effectively address the needs of their clients and prospective customers." "We are extremely pleased that Baracoda's portfolio of Bluetooth barcode scanners and RFID readers is now available to channel partners from Ingram Micro," said Christophe Dissaux, executive vice president for North America, Baracoda. "Ingram Micro's reputation globally and reach in North America is an asset we believe will help Baracoda reach a much larger customer base." Solution providers who are interested in learning more about Baracoda's Bluetooth barcode scanners, as well as other mobile workforce solutions can contact their Ingram Micro sales representative. For more information about Ingram Micro's Data Capture/POS Division visit http://dcpos.ingrammicro.com/. About Baracoda Baracoda is the world's leading manufacturer of Bluetooth wireless barcode scanners and promotes the development of on-board wireless solutions for the retail, transportation and logistics industries as well as for all real-time traceability applications. Baracoda's added value lies in the company's ability to provide customers and partners with appropriate, reliable, extremely competitive solutions suitable for all mobile environments. Baracoda has proven expertise in the development of on-board software packages and the integration of radio modules, with specific skills in the management of power consumption, security, and the interoperability of systems. For more information, visit http://www.baracoda.com/ About the Ingram Micro Data Capture/POS Division The Ingram Micro Data Capture/POS Division is a leading value-added distributor of auto ID/data capture (AIDC), point-of-sale (POS), radio frequency identification (RFID) and wireless solution products and services. In addition to these technologies, the division also offers partners access to the complete suite of Ingram Micro products and services. With offices and distribution centers across North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia, the Ingram Micro Data Capture/POS division delivers a comprehensive portfolio of products and services to technology integrators around the world. For more information, visit http://dcpos.ingrammicro.com/. DATASOURCE: Ingram Micro CONTACT: Marie Meoli of WhiteFox Marketing & Communications, +1-714-680-0335, , for Ingram Micro Web site: http://www.ingrammicro.com/ http://www.baracoda.com/

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