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Meet the Zebra ET401: Next‑Gen Mobility for the Frontline

When your frontline associates are juggling inventory checks, mobile checkout, customer service and on‑the‑go tasks, your device needs to keep up. Enter the Zebra ET401 — built for speed, durability, and connectivity, ready to take today’s mobile workflows into the future.

With Strategic Systems at your side, you’re not just getting hardware; you’re getting a fully supported deployment that powers smarter engagement, faster decisions and stronger ROI.

Why the ET401 Matters 

Many businesses are still operating with devices that struggle to keep pace:

  • Slower Wi‑Fi or dated wireless connectivity
  • Devices that aren’t built for real world conditions (drops, dust, spills)
  • Frontline workers switching between multiple tools rather than a streamlined mobile experience
  • Hidden downtime from device failures and support calls

The ET401 addresses all of these with modern architecture, enterprise‑grade durability and built‑in features tailored to the frontline.

Key Features That Set the ET401 Apart

We can expect it to build on the ET4x lineup’s proven foundation, rugged tablets designed for frontline use. For example, in the ET4x family:

  • Ruggedized housing with IP65 sealing and MIL‑STD‑810H drop resistance.
  • Powerful wireless: Wi Fi 6 (and potentially Wi Fi 6E) + optional cellular connectivity.
  • Multiple screen size options (8″ or 10.1″) with Gorilla Glass and bright displays for rugged environments.

With the ET401, you’ll get next‑gen advancements in performance, size, battery life and enterprise features all while staying in a user‑friendly form factor.

Use Cases That Shine with the ET401

Retail Floor & Omnichannel Fulfillment
Equip associates with one device that handles price checks, inventory lookup, mobile checkout, and task management. With the ET401 they move freely.. no tethered terminals, no extra tools.

Warehouse & Back‑Room Logistics
From receiving to restock to shipping, the ET401 cuts across tasks. Rugged enough for dock environments, compact enough for rapid throughput.

Healthcare & Field Service
In hospital, clinic or mobile environments, your tablets must handle disinfecting, constant use, and mission‑critical apps. The ET401 is built to deliver.

QSR & Hospitality Guest Touchpoints
Staff can use the ET401 for guest check‑in, mobile ordering, aisle assistance, or popup service points giving them flexibility and connectivity where they need it most.

Strategic Systems: Deployment You Can Count On

Hardware matters. So does how it’s deployed. With Strategic  Systems, you gain:

  • Device assessments & rollout planning
  • Staging and imaging of ET401 units with your apps, WiFi, security settings
  • Kitting and site‑by‑site packaging
  • Training for frontline staff and onsite support
  • Long‑term lifecycle planning (including Zebra’s OneCare service options)

We make sure your upgrade isn’t just faster it’s smarter.

Why Now is the Time to Act

You’ll be among the first to deploy the latest hardware setting your teams up for higher performance, fewer interruptions, and better outcomes.

Delayed upgrades mean:

  • Continuing to support older hardware with higher failure rates
  • Losing productivity to device downtime
  • Missing out on next‑gen features that frontline workers expect

Investing now means a smoother season ahead and a stronger foundation for future growth.

Ready to Upgrade?

Don’t wait for device failure. Get ahead of it. With the Zebra ET401 and Strategic Systems partner expertise, you’re ready to step into a seamless, high‑performance mobile future.

Contact Strategic Systems to schedule your ET401 rollout planning session.