News & Announcements

New release of AKink available
New release of pocketEMS for Pocket PC
pocketEMS for Pocket PC available
Dochstader Developments accepted into the Microsoft Empower Program for ISVs
AskHomer update available for download

New release of AKink available

The latest version of AKink is now available for download. Visit the component library for details and purchasing instructions

New release of pocketEMS for Pocket PC

The latest release of pocketEMS for Pocket PC is now available. Contact your support representative to find out how you can migrate to the new version. For more details please visit the pocketEMS pages.

pocketEMS for Pocket PC available

pocketEMS for handhelds running the Pocket PC operating system has been released to our enterprise clients. Utilizing the Compact .NET framework and a new set of back-end web services this release includes significant improvements such as single file deployment and installation and the ability to synchronize using any available internet connection (wireless network, remote telephony, cradle and more). This solution was developed as part of our participation in the Microsoft Empower Program for Independent Software Vendors (ISVs). For more information check out the pocketEMS area of our web site.

Dochstader Developments accepted into the Microsoft Empower Program for ISVs

The Microsoft Empower Program for Independent Software Vendors (ISVs) provides resources for developing and marketing software products on the Microsoft platform and offers marketing resources to build your business. In exchange for a commitment to develop commercial applications targeting the Microsoft platform we will receive early access to all products, expanding the set of solutions we can offer our customers. Look for further information over the coming weeks as we start this new exciting phase.

AskHomer update available for download

Who knew so many people love Homer and Bart? With more than 100,00 downloads worldwide, an update was overdue. This release provides compatibility for Palm OS 5.0 devices. Still 100% Absolutely free! Absolutely fun! Absolutely useless!

Download AskHomer via download.com - click here.

pocketEMS 2.0 released

pocketEMS 2.0 has been released to our strategic enterprise partners. The new version adds several enhancements to the handheld application, features a brand new desktop server and a rewrite of the enterprise server. To download, sign in to your enhanced support area. To view the new documentation online, click here.

Meadow Lake OSB goes live with pocketEMS

Meadow Lake OSB has deployed a custom version of pocketEMS to collect data for its forestry-related operations. Mobile workers can perform on-site inspections and orientations while personally viewing target locations. Business policies and practices can be reviewed with all stakeholders in attendance and recorded using the pocketEMS handheld computer application. Details, comments, dates and even signatures are then transferred to their Environmental Management System with the touch of a button - at the user's convenience. If you would like to integrate our environmental solutions with your management system, please contact

Footner Forest Products chooses pocketEMS

Footner Forest Products has picked pocketEMS to provide field data collection for its forestry-related operations. Mobile workers can perform on-site inspections and orientations while personally viewing target locations. Business policies and practices can be reviewed with all stakeholders in attendance and recorded using the pocketEMS handheld computer application. Details, comments, dates and even signatures are then transferred to Footner's Environmental Management System with the touch of a button - at the user's convenience. For more information on how we can help your organization implement field data collection, please send us an email.

ChemoCaps.ca launched - Powered by Dochstader Developments' Product Management Framework

ChemoCaps.ca recently launched their online web presence to promote and market headwear for cancer patients. Featuring a wide selection of products, the site utilizes Dochstader Developments' Product Management Framework. This system allows administrators to add a collection of products, associate products with categories and upload product images, all with an easy-to-use web interface. If you would like to add a product catalog to your site, please contact us. To view the system in action, visit www.chemocaps.ca.

DDL helps power IRIS

Dochstader Developments Ltd. recently completed a project as part of Global Point Data's IRIS (Installation Record Image Solution), a handheld-based system designed to handle work orders from initial contact to final invoice. A custom ActiveX component was designed and built to translate images originating on a handheld device so they can be displayed via a standard web browser. IRIS was designed primarily for satellite installation subcontractors and allows them to manage all aspects of the work order and invoicing process. For more information visit the Global Point Data web site.