Type A Learning Agency

Type A, to go

CHICAGO (9 July 2001) - Taking advantage of nice weather and wireless networking equipment, Type A Learning Agency will hold its first “Type A To Go” work day event in and around the Chicago Beach Café at Fullerton and the lake, on Friday, July 13.

Using digital mobile phones and Apple AirPort™ wireless networking technology, Type A will spend the day conducting business at the lakefront, from managing projects and conducting meetings, to programming and uploading code to websites under development.

“Our work environment is already set up to encourage easy remote access for employees,” said Arlo Leach, Type A’s Technical Director. “We can access all of our file servers and software tools over the Internet, and all of our computers are set up for wireless networking. Once we realized how easy it would be to set up an Internet connection though a digital wireless phone, we saw that we really could take our office anywhere and keep working.”

Anna Belyaev, Type A’s Managing Member expressed her commitment to explore the potential in this capability. She also remarked on how this could be turned into another great benefit for the company.

“Absolutely, it’s clear how something like this might keep us working in an emergency, or allow us to mobilize the office offsite for a crucial client project, but really, it was the idea of getting outside occasionally that was so appealing. You remember being in school when the weather was beautiful, and asking the teacher if you could have class outside? It’s just like that. We don’t have to be chained to the office. With laptops, mobile phones, and a software router, we can go anywhere.”

While the technology has its limitations, Type A expects to have a very productive day. “Obviously, you won’t get DSL speeds through a mobile phone,” concedes Leach “but you’d be surprised to see how much we can do, even with several people sharing one connection. It may take a few seconds more to get our email, but what’s the point of being at the lake if you can’t stop and enjoy it a little?”

Barring inclement weather, Type A will be at Chicago Beach Café from at least midmorning until mid- to late-afternoon.

CONTACT:

Anna Belyaev
Type A Learning Agency
312.274.9430
info@typea.net

About Type A Learning Agency LLC
Type A develops blended learning solutions that drive performance across the enterprise. The company offers custom e-learning development, consulting in learning services, and a line of off-the-shelf products. Type A is a privately held corporation and a certified Woman Business Enterprise.