Maximum productivity is in the DNA of Built Ford Tough. It's literally built into their trucks. That's a fact put to the test every day on the job sites and roads across America. So when they created Ford Work Solutions, an innovative suite of productivity tools, they listened to the people who know trucks best – their owners. They understand their business challenges better than anyone. By listening to them they were able to deliver smart solutions to meet their challenges head-on. Ford Work Solutions makes its debut on 2009 F-Series, 2009 E-Series and will be available on Transit Connect in 2010.

So what exactly is Ford Work Solutions? It's an optional suite of unique, onboard systems to help keep your business on the road and operating effectively. From communications and computing to navigation, fleet tracking and security, these systems were developed in association with industry-leading brands including DeWalt®, Sprint®, Master Lock® and Garmin®. Ford Work Solutions is designed to give your business a competitive edge. Tracking fleets for greater efficiency, decreasing tool loss, theft and downtime are just a few of the goals of this innovative business tool. Ford Work Solutions now brings unparalleled productivity to our well-known hauling and towing capabilities. And it's only available with the toughest name in trucks—Ford.

Ford Work Solutions was created in association with Sprint, Garmin and Magneti Marelli® to deliver a powerful, fully functional in-dash computer/communications system. So now, your office is wherever you are.

The Ford Work Solutions–Magneti Marelli computer system runs Microsoft® Windows® for Automotive. Additional applications allow you to create spreadsheets, update bid forms and much more. Plus you can upload and back up valuable data through its USB port. And its bright screen is easy to read in any light.

Speakerphone calls can be made using a Bluetooth®-enabled system, while Web access at top speed is provided through Sprint Mobile Broadband Network. You can connect to your office server, check e-mail and download shop manuals or installation instructions in a flash. The possibilities are as wide as the Web.

The award-winning GARMIN HMI Navigation System provides you with detailed directions, maps and points of interest. Easily locate services, street addresses and receive voice-prompted turn-by-turn directions that speak street names. With moving maps, an intuitive user interface and off-route recalculation, you'll never ask for directions again.

The innovative Ford Work Solutions Tool Linkâ„¢ from DeWalt uses RFID technology to track what's in your cargo box and what isn't. Checking Tool Link before heading out to a job site ensures all tools you need are on hand. At the end of the workday, Tool Link guarantees all the gear used at a job site is back onboard.

Tools and equipment are tracked through attached RFID tags. Once a tool is placed in the cargo box, the Tool Link software scans the items in the cargo box and delivers a report to you in the comfort of the cab. The system identifies each tag and the name of the item.

Once the inventory is complete, the system can track tagged items whenever they're in the cargo box and indicate when they're missing. New items can be added to an existing inventory, and job-specific inventories can be created.

After hours, your camping, hunting or other gear can be also be tracked. Whether it's tracking a compressor or a tackle box, Tool Link is one very useful piece of technology.

With the Crew Chiefâ„¢ device on your trucks, cutting-edge telematics help run your work crews with optimum efficiency. Every truck can be located 24/7 through the Ford Work Solutions in-dash computer or any computer with Web access. Crew Chief easily identifies which of your trucks is closest to the job that needs to get done.

Crew Chief can also provide information that's vital to the life of your trucks and profits. Since downtime can mean lost money, Crew Chief's optional diagnostics and maintenance reports can help prevent this by providing information needed to help keep your trucks on the road. Whether it's five trucks or 500, CrewChief can help raise efficiency and productivity.

Ford Work Solutions helps you beat theft, downtime and replacement costs with its Cable Lock System. Developed by Master Lock, it's an incredibly tough lockdown security system. A rugged, vinyl-coated steel cable spools out from a case that's mounted right in the cargo box. It snakes through tool handles and equipment frames to secure those items in the bed. A heavy-duty locking loop clips to any bed tie-down or back onto the cable itself. Your gear is secure, yet easy to access and remove. Most important, it's there when you need it.

The locking loop makes the Cable Lock System by Master Lock strong and convenient. Once a key is inserted, the quick-release lock is open. Tough construction and weather-resistant materials give you years of service.