WHAT MAKES eSL ATE THE RIGHT CHOICE?
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eSlate Electronic Voting System
eSlate is accessible, durable, easy to use, and technologically superior–the right choice for
governments seeking to transition to an electronic voting system.
PROVEN
EASY TO SET-UP; EASY TO STORE
The eSlate Electronic Voting System is a proven solution. Millions
of votes have been cast accurately and securely on the eSlate in
some of the nation’s largest counties. More than 7,000 poll
workers have been trained to use the eSlate System, and the
eSlate has been independently evaluated and recognized for its
accessibility.
The lightweight system, just 5.2 pounds without batteries and 7.7
pounds with optional 18 hour battery pack, weighs as little as 28
pounds when stored in its booth. The system is designed for
quick set up. No computer skills are needed. The booths can be
transported easily, so polls can be opened and closed in minutes,
permitting results to be reported more quickly and more efficiently.
UNSURPASSED SECURIT Y
CENTRALIZED POLLING PLACE COMMAND
AND CONTROL
Each vote cast on an eSlate voting unit is recorded instantaneously in three independent, physically separate locations,
ensuring cast vote data will be secure in the unlikely event of a
machine failure. No smart cards or other programmable
activation devices are required. Officials do not have to monitor
specialized devices that might malfunction, create a security
hazard or be accidentally carried away by voters.
Polling place officials can simultaneously activate all voting
machines, monitor status of booths, receive requests for assistance from a voters, close polls and lock all voting devices. There is
no need to manage multiple standalone voting machines.
eSlate’s simplified polling place set-up and management, results in
a reduced risk of standalone machine failures and malfunctions.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
AND TECHNOLOGY EXPERTISE
STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNOLOGY:
ACCURATE AND DURABLE
Hart InterCivic is a proven partner that performs according to
project plan, with the skills to execute complex installations at
the community level. Hart has well established and proven
processes for managing medium and large scale DRE
implementations. Hart has the software and systems expertise
needed to handle technology challenges that might impede
successful project execution.
The eSlate’s SELECT Wheel is a state-of-the-art optical encoder,
similar to those used in precision medical equipment (patient
monitoring devices, CAT scan, ultrasound and dialysis equipment)
and consumer products. It provides 100% positional accuracy at all
times without calibration, unlike expensive and unreliable touch
screen systems. The eSlate uses the same operating system as
industry leaders in critical medical applications, precision
laboratory measurement devices, satellites, automobiles and
military aircraft autopilot functions.
COMPREHENSIVE, PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
& VOTER EDUCATION
Hart InterCivic’s training methodology is researched, tested, and
designed with personalized attention from professional trainers,
using clearly written materials. Training includes hands-on
simulations and a written review. Hart InterCivic leads the
industry in the development of voter education programs that
support the implementation of new electronic voting systems.
EASY TO USE
The eSlate System is designed to be easy to use for voters, election
officials and poll workers. The eSlate has a very simple interface
consisting of a large wheel and buttons, making it easy for all
voters to move through the ballot and make their selections.
Opening, suspending and closing polls is also quick and easy.
ACCESSIBILIT Y FOR VOTERS WITH DISABILITIES
Visually impaired or literacy challenged voters may use the
eSlate’s integrated audio ballot reader to navigate through the
ballot. The eSlate can also be used by voters with severe mobility
impairments. With the eSlate, all voters can vote independently
and privately. The eSlate’s accessibility features have been judged
superior in independent product reviews by a leading disability
research organization.
EFFICIENT, LOW COST WAREHOUSING
AND STORAGE
The eSlate System extends ease and efficiency beyond the polling
place and into the warehouse. eSlate’s user-focused engineering
and design results in a system that can be stored securely and
compactly, without the need for costly environmental or power
modifications, while still allowing easy access for data and
inventory management.
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