SUBJECT: ASSESSMENT OF PERSONAL DIGITAL ASSISTANTS (PDAs)
Attached is the research study requested on the relative merits of personal digital assistants (PDAs) for use by all sales representatives employed by Contemporary Realty. A review of specific functions and performance features of two models of PDAs (the Palm Tungsten C and the Blackberry 7230) was conducted.
The models are relatively similar and equally capable of meeting the data storage and transmission needs of sales representatives. However, the analysis found that one model would be a more cost effective purchase, particularly in light of company plans to provide all sales representatives with a PDA.
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This study compared functions, features, and performance assessments of two PDAs, the Blackberry 7230 and the Palm Tungsten C. Results indicate that either of these readily available, multifunction PDAs would provide the required level of support for real estate sales representatives in the field environment.
Of the two PDA models, the Blackberry 7230 retails at a price of $399 whereas the Palm Tungsten C retails at $499. Consequently, it is recommended that the company purchase the Blackberry 7230 in order to enjoy relatively significant cost savings.
This recommendation is based on research which compares and contrasts the functions and performance features of the two PDA models, revealing no significant differences between the two on these key criteria. Either PDA will meet the needs of real estate salespeople with regard to storing and accessing customer phone numbers, appointments, and notes.
Give no significant differences between the two PDAs, the Blackberry 7230 offers definite cost advantages over ...