Barcode Scanning Technology for Today and Tomorrow
Posted by Kristina Blanco on Tue, Aug 23, 2011 @ 01:00 PM
Implementing a barcode scanning solution can greatly enhance your business process. From improved inventory accuracy, reduced shipping errors and increased time efficiencies, not to mention the virtual elimination of duplicate data entry – the benefits are endless! The best part is, with our Automation Series System, you have the benefits of multiple technology options – right out of the box - which allows you to start small and increase as you grow.
Starting Out With Batch Technology
With a somewhat challenged economy, you may prefer to start with Batch Technology because it provides immediate automation while staying within your budget. This option is less expensive and easy to implement because it only requires a wireless hotspot for data upload rather than an entire network.
How it works:
Data is downloaded onto a handheld scanner, and later uploaded from the device into your computer system. An added benefit to Batch Technology is that it allows you to easily perform transactions off-site because you don’t have to be in the presence of a wireless network to do your scanning.
Growing Into RF Technology
As your company grows– you may find that RF Technology will be more in line with your business requirements as it provides you with virtually flawless data and anytime access to it.
How it works:
RF Technology directly connects your handheld devices to your database through a wireless network, allowing all data to be passed back and forth in real-time. Verifying items as they are counted, RF Technology provides immediate status updates to your back-office personnel. This access to consistently up-to-date inventory information provides for improved efficiencies organization-wide. From a greater number of perfect shipments and a reduced number of back orders, to improved customer service levels and real-time access to stock level information – y our employees will always have what they need to perform at optimum levels. An added benefit to RF Technology is that it is ‘smart’ enough to know when an item is lotted or serialized and only prompts when that applies.
Either one of these options will greatly reduce duplicate data entry requirements and improve data accuracy. If you’d like to discuss your specific needs and the options available in more detail – give us a call! We’d be happy to go over the best technology to fit your budget.
To implement either Bath or RF technology or learn more about the barcoding possibilities for your business email our expert, Lauren Foote at
lauren@scanco.com or call her at 234-542-6084.