SMART receives Military Training Technology’s MT2 award for fifth time
CALGARY, Alberta --- October 8, 2008 --- SMART Technologies announces that it has been recognized for the fifth time by Military Training Technology magazine as one of the year’s top 100 training and simulation companies providing military training products in North America. The MT2 award recognizes companies that have been instrumental in advancing military training through technology and innovation. It is judged by Military Training Technology’s editorial board and a panel of independent experts from the simulation and training industry. SMART also received the award in 2003, 2004, 2006 and 2007.
SMART Board™ interactive whiteboards and interactive displays have become popular military tools for a variety of applications, including interactive training and simulation exercises briefings, and command and control. Interactive whiteboards and displays enable organizations to cut costs by sharing trainers across multiple locations, critique simulated tactical maneuvers and make better decisions faster. Applications are displayed on the large, touch-sensitive surface, where users can access and edit files in any program, browse the Internet, use simulation software and display and write over video.
“The military has unique needs that require versatile solutions,” says Nancy Knowlton, SMART’s CEO. “Receiving this award for the fifth time validates the approach that we have taken to deliver products and solutions that address the needs of the military.”
About the MT2 Top 100 Companies
The MT2 Top 100 award recognizes companies that have made a significant impact in the military training and simulation industry this year. The award focuses on technology that supports live, virtual or constructive simulation, training or education. An editorial board and a panel of independent industry experts involved in the simulation and training industry determine the awardees based on the innovation and dynamics of their training solutions. Winners are selected based on various criteria, which, in part, include total military sales, end-user feedback, innovations and the need for a solution.
