StayLinked is excited to announce a new strategic partnership with Askey, a trusted innovator in rugged mobile computing. This collaboration brings the Askey RC40 rugged handheld device to market with StayLinked SmartTE pre-loaded and validated.
This partnership also underscores a shared vision: to deliver enterprise-ready devices that are rugged, connected, and immediately deployable with the software capabilities organizations need to optimize their supply chains. By combining Askey’s engineering excellence with StayLinked’s SmartTE platform, customers gain a solution that is not only durable but also designed to maximize productivity and modernize workflows on day one.
The Askey RC40 is designed from the ground up for demanding environments such as warehouses, manufacturing plants, ports, and distribution centers. With its rugged build, ergonomic design, and enterprise-grade scanning capabilities, the RC40 delivers both durability and usability in equal measure.
Recent milestones highlight the RC40’s readiness for global deployment:
“Askey’s RC40 isn’t just another rugged device. With SmartTE, it’s a mobile computer with enterprise software designed for real productivity,” said Jay Cichosz, Chief Alliances Officer, StayLinked “By pre-loading SmartTE directly into the device firmware, customers can modernize workflows and ensure session reliability from the moment they power it on. There’s no added complexity, no hidden costs—just a rugged handheld ready for mission-critical use.”
—Robert Lin, Chief Executive Officer at Askey
Askey has selected ScanSource as its primary route to market, ensuring broad resellers gain streamlined access to Askey’s full 5G portfolio, including the RC40—purpose-built for logistics, warehouse, manufacturing, smart cities, and beyond.
“We’re proud to partner with Staylinked and that the Askey RC40 is now certified with StayLinked SmartTE, delivering seamless TE modernization for our enterprise customers,” said Robert Lin, Chief Executive Officer at Askey.
“This certification ensures that RC40 users benefit from rapid deployment, robust session reliability, frictionless transitions from private 5G to Wi-Fi networks, and a future-ready platform that maximizes ROI across warehouse and logistics environments.”
Licensing inquiries of SmartTE will be managed by Staylinked to streamline enablement and ensure enterprises benefit directly from StayLinked’s expertise, support, and proven global partner ecosystem.
For enterprises navigating today’s increasingly complex supply chains, every dropped session or failed device represents lost time and lost revenue. The RC40 with SmartTE offers a dependable alternative: rugged hardware, proven connectivity, and session persistence designed for environments where downtime isn’t an option.
“Enterprises around the world are facing higher expectations, tighter margins, and more demanding workflows,” said StayLinked’s Jay Cichosz. “The Askey RC40, combined with SmartTE, gives them a rugged, resilient, and future-ready platform they can trust—whether that’s on a warehouse floor, a factory line, or in the field.”
Robert Lin, Chief Executive Officer at Askey, added: “This partnership allows us to deliver not only the durable hardware enterprises need, but also the software intelligence to keep them competitive. Together, we’re making sure the RC40 isn’t just a device—it’s a complete solution that moves operations forward.”
The RC40 is Askey’s next-generation rugged handheld device designed to deliver superior scanning, connectivity, and durability. Engineered for industries where performance and reliability are paramount, the RC40 combines: