Editing Mobile data terminal (section)

== Use in UK ambulance services ==
The mobile data terminal (MDT) allows for routing, receiving and display of data between control room and operational vehicles allowing ambulance crews to respond quickly and appropriately to calls. This allows for up to date CAD information to be dispatched instantly to the receiving ambulance saving valuable time in receiving critical information about the incident. Its mapping software allows for accurate location of the incident to be transmitted directly to the ambulance as well as plotting the quickest route to the scene. This software also allows for the control room to track all operational vehicles to identify which available ambulance is closest to the scene of an incident allowing for the closest appropriate resource to be dispatched. 
Other benefits of the MDT are:

* Booking on system to identify which staff member is currently on the vehicle.
* Status updates, allowing the crew to inform the control room of their current status on an incident via a touchscreen menu rather than informing them over the radio.
* 2-way text conversation with the control room to decrease unnecessary radio demand.
* Request additional payment for soiled uniform when clothing is contaminated. 
* Further options can be added such as the ability to download apps so crews can watch entertainment or order food delivery when on standby.