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Sprint Wireless Users Get Location Services

From RedNova - "Sprint recently launched its first location-based wireless service for business users. Called Business Mobility Framework, the service lets users locate and track assets and employees. The carrier is using Microsoft's MapPoint Location Server software to support the service."

"Schnuck Markets, a chain of grocery stores in St. Louis, uses the service to manage 100 trucks and streamline local deliveries. Schnuck Markets also teamed with application developer Agilis Systems to put together a new distribution system that is completely paper free."

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