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Imprint Enterprises Named as a Zebra Technologies RFID Specialist

imprint — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 12:46:48 +0000

Aurora, IL – March 30th, 2020 – Zebra Technologies, a leading provider of RFID products and services, has designated Imprint Enterprises as a preferred provider and RFID specialist.

Such a classification is not easily obtained. In fact, key industry thresholds like completed training, expert product knowledge, installation applications, and sales targets are all necessary components to be awarded as an RFID Specialist.

Becoming an RFID Specialist for Zebra Technologies is yet one more indicator of the commitment by Imprint Enterprises towards the warehouse of the future and the solutions partners needed to make that transformation a successful reality.

Bob Conti of Imprint Enterprises shared, “The ability to provide RFID solutions that solve our customers’ greatest operational challenges is one example of how we go the extra mile for our customers. Another is partnering with industry-leading solutions providers. Becoming an RFID Specialist for Zebra Technologies gives us yet one more leg up on the competition.”

The use of RFID readers provides multiple benefits to standard warehouse operations. At a basic level, RFID provides automatic data capture so a scanner isn’t required. Other users include applications and work processes where enhanced visibility is needed.

Now, with more advanced Zebra RFID products, triangulation from multiple readers at the same time can help pinpoint the exact location of an item within any size facility. And when it comes to repairs, by tagging items in a mobile database, the entire repair history of any RFID hardware is available instantly.

Overall, the use of RFID technologies is in perfect alignment with the warehouse of the future via faster transaction speed for an improved, more efficient and productive operation.

To learn how Imprint Enterprises and Zebra Technologies are the ideal solutions for the warehouse of the future, call (855) 745-4464.

About Imprint Enterprises

Since 1975, Imprint Enterprises has provided businesses in the Chicago and Minneapolis-St. Paul area with industry-leading barcode, RFID and mobility solutions along with unparalleled service and support.

As proof, Imprint Enterprises provides a dedicated account executive and customer support representative committed to optimizing the value of the investment in technology.

In addition, the Imprint Enterprises technical team has the proven skills and experience to readily assist with on-site service and repair when needed—and all just a short drive away.

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Use Imprint Mobility Manager and Get Your Time Back

imprint — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 13:00:16 +0000

The reality impacting businesses across industries (from manufacturing, distribution, transportation and logistics) is ineffective mobility management. There is a constant requirement for human and capital investment to be allocated for provisioning, monitoring, and repairing mobile technology. And there’s no way around it because mobile technology is here to stay; it will continue to evolve and be a critical component to successful enterprises.

What is also inevitable, with any technology or device, is that there will be times when a device is damaged, malfunctions, dies, etc. and this will interrupt business operations. If there aren’t the right resources to allocate managing the issue,

it spreads through departments and increases the detrimental impact it has on business function. It doesn’t have to be that way anymore. We are introducing our new platform of mobility management solutions: Imprint Mobility Manager (IM²)

IM² helps you across the entire lifecycle of your mobile technology – from provisioning, to monitoring, to repairs (and more) – via one source. We are one phone call away and everything’s covered.

RAPID CONFIGURE & RESTORE + EASY REPAIR & RETURN

We recognize the investment you’ve made in your devices; our role is to help you maximize that. So, when devices break down or get damaged, we respond quickly so that your downtime is reduced by repairing your device swiftly and getting it back to you. Our IM² system gets any device restored and back into service fast, all with a quick scan of the right bar code. We will also manage your service contracts, make the RMA request to the factory (Zebra or Honeywell), provide the RMA to you, and manage any customer returns to vendors, vendor repairs and/or shipping back to customer. Every mobile device requires set up and restoration and we have experts just waiting to handle these things for you.

MOBILE DEVICE MONITORING

We will track your device performance 24/7. When you use IM², you have a dedicated tech support team monitoring your devices in real time. This allows us to maintain your mobile fleet’s performance edge via scheduled updates and installing patches. Your company’s effectiveness in mobile communications is critical to your business which is why it’s also our primary concern. Have peace of mind knowing your mobile needs are professionally and affordably being taken care of (and watched closely).

PERSONALIZED HELP DESK

We are known for putting the SERVE back into customer service. There’s a team of professionals and certified experts just ready to answer your call. You can reach out to us in any way that is best for you – email or phone. By managing your devices remotely, issues you’re having with your mobile fleet can be resolved faster and with ease. We can access your devices from wherever we are and no matter where they are (or you are). We’ll assess the problem; triage the issue; and then configure a solution.

Tight integrations with Apple VPP and Google Play deliver the right application to the right employee and device. IT staff can use blacklist/whitelist controls to identify what corporate apps are available and can also wipe/remove enterprise apps if a device is non-compliant, lost, or if an employee leaves.

You don’t have to live with mobility hassles any longer. Use Imprint Mobility Manager and get your time back.

We ensure that it’s super easy. Contact us when your devices are down, we’ll give you the right paperwork. You just have to put the device in a box, and we’ll take care of the rest. Plus, it’s a cost-effective way to instantly enhance the effectiveness of your mobile operations while reducing (or even eliminating) some of the biggest logistical headaches associated with a successful business mobility strategy. We are ready to partner with you. Visit this page and fill out the form on the bottom to get started.

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Easy Control of Every Device from Deployment to Retirement

imprint — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 13:23:56 +0000

That fleet of mobile devices is not going to manage itself. There isn’t a way around all the provisioning, updating, securing, repairing (etc.) that comes with business mobility. But there is a way to streamline the efforts in maintaining your fleet and to quickly access all the information you need to have broader visibility and control. With SOTI MobiControl (the leading software in Mobile Device Management) you’ll have access to all the information you need in one single pane of glass.

Plus, with SOTI MobiControl you’ll have a comprehensive suite of features that allows you control over your devices throughout the entirety of their lifecycle – from deployment to retirement and everything in between.

FROM RAPID DEPLOYMENT TO RETIREMENT

SOTI MobiControl can speed up deployment and decrease provisioning costs of your mobile devices with the ability to provision devices remotely, using profile and packages based on user role or geographic location. There is also the SOTI Self-Service Portal which allows employee-initiated enrollment. Additionally, using SOTI Stage or other third-party solutions (such as Apple DEP or Zebra StageNow, among others) can also simplify deployment.

On the other side of the device’s lifecycle – retirement – you can wipe a device if it’s lost or stolen, removing any company data once an employee resigns or is terminated. Once the device has been retired, you can recoup the app licenses or re-provision the device for another user or another part of a business.

DEVICE AND DATA SECURITY

A variety of features keep confidential company information protected, including but not limited to the following: IT administrators can control exactly what can/cannot be installed which prevents rogue applications and malware. There are authentication and password features, as well as encryption, that protects devices and keeps company content secure. You can set alert rules which automate device actions and notifications when a device is non-compliant.

Deploying certificates and configuring VPNs secures communication. Restriction features like USB mass storage, camera or screen capture are also available to keep information private. And out-of-contact policies means a device will be secured or wiped automatically when the device hasn’t contacted SOTI MobiControl within a pre-defined period.

APPLICATION AND CONTENT MANAGEMENT

In a similar vein – there are content management features to help distribute (and, also prevent unauthorized disclosure of) sensitive or corporate content. SOTI Surf, as an example, secures the web browser by allowing whitelisting or blacklisting websites; restricting web browsing while on cellular or roaming; and preventing screen capture. SOTI Hub secures access to company files located within the network or cloud; syncs files from devices back to network drives; and prevents sharing and printing of files.

IT staff can set data leakage prevention (DLP) rules and use LDAP integration to control who sees what file and websites and what they can do with them on that device. For application management – there are features to secure and distribute corporate apps. Tight integrations with Apple VPP and Google Play deliver the right application to the right employee and device. IT staff can use blacklist/whitelist controls to identify what corporate apps are available and can also wipe/remove enterprise apps if a device is non-compliant, lost, or if an employee leaves.

SOTI MobiControl gives you easy control of every device from deployment to retirement.

No more wasted time digging for information not readily accessible. It’s all available in a single pane of glass. No more struggling to maintain every single device from provisioning to replacement. SOTI MobiControl streamlines all those efforts, all those processes, with its comprehensive suite of features. With this MDM software you’ll have broader visibility and better control of your mobile fleet. Want to learn more about SOTI MobiControl? Contact us.

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What Mobile Device Management Is and Can Do for You

imprint — Fri, 07 Feb 2020 20:43:33 +0000

Your fleet just grew again by another x number of devices, pushing you beyond your bandwidth. All these devices have you overrun with activities – from repairs, to patches, to updates and more. There is no shortage of tasks required to maintain each of them which is just too much for you and/or your team to manage.

As a result, efficiency is decreasing and downtime is increasing because you can’t fix, patch, update, and repair the devices fast enough to keep them in optimal working condition.

You need broader and faster visibility across your entire fleet and the ability to work on each device more quickly once you pinpoint the errors and malfunctions.

It’s time to consider a Mobile Device Management (MDM) Software (like SOTI’s MobiControl) which will be a key piece to your mobility strategy as your fleet grows and with it the volume of your responsibilities.

An MDM software can provide you the information you need to more easily maintain and manage your mobile fleet from one place regardless of where you or the device is located.

WHAT EXACTLY IS MDM SOFTWARE AND WHAT’S IT MEAN FOR ME?

Again, MDM means Mobile Device Management. Sometimes it’s also referred to as EEM for Enterprise Mobility Management. In its simplest terms, it’s a program that allows you the oversight to manage all your mobile devices from one place. Taking it one step further, MDM software allows you to: provision devices faster and get them into the hands of the users; secure information; support customers and workers remotely; and customize and simplify the user experience on their devices. What that means for you is reduced costs and downtime, thus increased efficiency.

There are several MDM applications to choose from but our top choice and the one we can offer you is SOTI’s MobiControl. MobiControl is leading the industry in MDM solutions “for securing, supporting, and managing business-critical mobility and IoT device deployments.” MobiControl has the broadest device support – from laptops/PCs to AR headsets, and includes a wide range of mobile devices (smartphones, tablets, single use devices, rugged devices). Plus, it’s brand agnostic meaning it works with any major operating system (Windows, Android, Apple.) MDM software is one giant step for you and a revolutionary leap for your device management.

WHAT INFORMATION CAN AN MDM SOFTWARE CAPTURE?

The information that is captured by your MDM system will be based on the software itself and its capabilities. What we know about SOTI’s MobiControl is that it collects nearly all the data on each device, including (but not limited to): properties, app usage, geolocation, cellular and voice data usage, deployment info, and search results. Of interest is the unique location-based info about each device – where is it; where has it been; how was it or is it being used.

Additionally, an administration console also gives you information such as hierarchical organization of devices by location, business unit, or IT function. Dynamic and configurable charts offer information about connection dates and times, manufacturer model, operating system (OS) version and more.

HOW EXACTLY DOES MDM SOFTWARE HELP ME MANAGE AND MAINTAIN MY DEVICES BETTER?

MDM systems such as SOTI’s MobiControl gives you the visibility and therefore control through the lifecycle of each device, beginning with rapid deployment and provisioning through to a device’s retirement. In between, you can remote into a device to triage the problem on the spot. You can push updates or patches when you know a device is not in use and make it ready to go for when it’s next needed. You can wipe it clean automatically if it goes beyond a determined geofence. You can review only those devices in geographic location and hide the rest, keeping your attention focused on just the fleet requiring your attention in that moment.

You can block off any non-business-related apps or functions to keep the devices dedicated to the job at-hand and prevent employees from using them for personal use. You can track your devices whereabouts and use as well as its needs (updates, repairs, and more). With this comprehensive overview of the fleet and the detailed visibility of each device, you can take care of multiple devices all at one time if/when needed, or simply focus on just those devices requiring your immediate response – all while keeping business moving.

You don’t need to struggle trying to manage every device individually.

With reputable MDM Software like SOTI’s MobiControl you can manage them all – together or individually- from one place. Want to learn more about how MDM Software can make your mobile management easier? Contact us. Interested in learning more about SOTI’s MobiControl – check out this video. Want to skip both and head right for a demo – we can make that happen, get in touch today.

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What to Consider When Creating Your Enterprise Mobility Strategy

imprint — Mon, 09 Sep 2019 13:00:19 +0000

As it becomes more challenging to meet the growing demand placed on supply chains, it’s important for you to have an enterprise mobility strategy in place for the future. The only way an operation will be able to handle the increased expectations for faster shipments is if the the right mobile solutions that can streamline and automate time-consuming manual processes and replace outdated, obsolete legacy devices are implemented.

Now is the time to strategize and ensure your operation is well-equipped for the future.

Evaluate Your Current Technology and Plan to Future-Proof

Take a look at your current operations. What manual processes do you currently employ? Are there any repetitive tasks that could be streamlined or automated through mobile technology? Do you have any tasks that are unnecessarily time-consuming? The first step in creating any enterprise mobility strategy is to identify your current needs, and any needs you suspect may arise in the future.

Microsoft is gradually ending support for Windows CE and Windows Embedded Handheld, which means that enterprises will need to plan for OS migration. If you’re still operating with mobile hardware that runs on legacy Windows operating systems, it’s time to put a transition plan in place.

Download Our Free Guide: Are You Ready for Windows CE and Embedded Handheld End of Life?

Plan for Automation

Once you’ve determined what your enterprise needs are, begin looking into how they can be addressed with mobile technology. Best-of-breed modern technology like industrial mobile computers can be employed to automate and streamline tasks and processes to help improve productivity and speed.

Mobile technology can be used throughout the supply chain to automate processes like shipping and receiving, quality assurance, order picking and more. This reduces unnecessary manual labor, materials, and inventory expenses, while increasing uptime and accuracy.

Your mobile technology needs to be future-proof to ensure a good return, otherwise, it won’t be able to handle anticipated increases in demands or any future software upgrades. If your existing devices aren’t boosting productivity, consider upgrading them to be more efficient and ergonomic, like wearable scanners paired with mobile computers. This allows workers to carry out tasks much faster and safer, which further increases productivity.

Any technology you employ should be rugged enough to survive warehouse operations, advanced enough to support future software updates, and powerful enough to handle future demands placed on the industry.

Stay Secure

Don’t neglect management and maintenance when you are developing your enterprise mobility strategy. Once you’ve settled on the mobile technology you need, you must consider how you plan on managing the technology. This includes everything from deployment to end-of-life. There is a lot of maintenance that goes into ensuring your mobile technology is up-to-date and in good working condition. Having an enterprise mobility management strategy in place protects your investment and helps you get the most out of your technology.

If your internal IT department lacks the resources to adequately manage your mobile devices, consider using a mobile device management solution. This equips administrators to handle remote troubleshooting and wipes, wirelessly configure scanners, monitor data, and enforce compliance.

If you need insight on your enterprise mobility strategy, or are interested in seeing what mobile technology can do to help your operation meet increasing demands for efficiency and speed, contact Imprint Enterprises today.

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