"[Mobile technology] such as networking and device costs have become markedly less expensive over recent years - and the technology has skyrocketed in its capability," he said.

"It is commonplace to see high bandwidth usage such as video streaming [via wireless] now, whereas a few years ago it wasn't even contemplated.

"A wireless infrastructure can centralize business departments, help employees to maximize efficiency, and allows users to contact clients overseas who are in an opposite time zone."

Intel recently became a mobile workplace, with more than 83 percent of users swapping desktops for notebooks and PDA phones. The company issued standardized notebooks for its office staff, designed customized, powerful Linux-based laptops for its design engineers, and tailored PDA phones for use in its product-sensitive fabrication department.

Wilson said business can "retro fit" existing infrastructure or install a "greenfield" wireless infrastructure which offers long-term cost savings. Installing backup and support systems, and adequate security is vital to the technology's success, he said.