Windows Mobile: a phrase that embodies on-the-go business initiatives. By marrying today's dominant office computing environment with increasingly compact-but-powerful handheld devices, Windows Mobile OS makes it possible for millions of workers to conduct business on their feet and from the road. According to market research firm iSuppli, Windows Mobile OS already powers more than 27 million smartphones, expected to double and more by 2013.

In this e-Guide, we recap Windows Mobile OS's evolution and look at the wide array of Windows Mobile-powered devices available to untether today's workforces. We'll explore where and why Windows Mobile OS devices are used to support a wide range of mobile apps, from vertical business automation to knowledge worker access. Finally, we'll examine the appeal of ready-to-roll apps like Office, Outlook, and Communicator Mobile that integrate seamlessly with enterprise and in-the-cloud Windows services.