Read on for highlights of the topics addressed in this webinar replay or go directly to Intro to Zebra Certified Independent Software Vendors (ISV) to watch the replay.

Xemelgo ISV

Xemelgo strongly believes that technology should complement your business processes. The company focuses on turnkey software as a service for low-cost sensors, like RFID, to optimize your operations. From raw materials to work-in-progress and on to finished goods, Xemelgo works with:

• • • Manufacturing
    • Distribution & Logistics
    • Retail

Smart Solutions

Xemelgo offers smart solutions using their software programs to provide real-time visibility for manufacturing, supply chains, and logistics operations. If your organization is missing a tool, there is a bottleneck, or if training is taking longer than usual, Xemelgo can help optimize the problem.

David discusses the four areas the company focuses on for optimization:

• • • Asset tracking
    • Inventory management
    • Work-in-Progress
    • Shipment tracking

Industries Served

Xemelgo focuses in on specific industries to better serve their customers. The company collaborates and co-creates software that is specific to each of the following businesses, creating positive business outcomes:

• • • Aerospace
    • Marine
    • Automotive
    • Industrial
    • Food
    • OEM
    • MRO
    • Medical
    • Electronics
    • Pharmaceutical

Webinar Wrap-Up

Zebra Certified ISVs and Imprint Enterprises have the tools, knowledge, and expertise to help you move forward with the optimization of your manufacturing, distribution & logistics, and retail operations. Bob and David complete the webinar by answering the following questions:

• • • How does your product work with Zebra differently than some of your competition?

    • What if a company wanted to do something unique that isn’t in your basic feature set? Do you customize and how does that work?

    • How does your system integrate with ERP and WMS?

    • Can you explain a little more about your user interface and deployment, and how easy it is to get accustomed to the reports and information your software provides?

    • How do Imprint and Zebra integrate to help customers solve some unique problems?

Watch the Webinar Replay

From fast, simple solutions to a planning long-term sustainability, the specialists at Imprint Enterprises and Xemelgo can help you understand what you need to create custom software solutions for your business operations. Zebra Technologies is the global leader in providing top-quality solutions with Certified ISVs.

With 32 years of experience and product knowledge, Imprint Enterprises is a Premiere Solution Partner with Zebra Technologies. Imprint is an industry-leading provider of barcode printers, scanners, verifiers, software, RFID, labeling, warehouse labeling systems, as well as repair and maintenance solutions.

Watch the webinar replay, Intro to Zebra Certified Independent Software Vendors (ISV). The experts are there to help you and your business. If you have questions, contact Imprint Enterprises today.

Read on for highlights of the topics addressed in this webinar replay or go directly to Intro to Zebra Certified Independent Software Vendors (ISV) to watch the replay.

Kutir Mobility ISV 

Kutir Mobility has been in operation for over 20 years with over 100 resources worldwide, focusing primarily on custom enterprise mobility ecosystem solutions since 2008. Kutir Mobility helps customers reimagine their legacy Windows Mobile or legacy Windows CE applications in the Android paradigm.

Kutir Mobility has a Zebra Professional Services Master Agreement, working on their behalf to create custom software programs. The company is intimately familiar with RFID, mobile computing, barcode scanning, Zebra MotionWorks, and more.

Application Portfolio

Over the years, Kutir Mobility has created some off-the-shelf software solutions that are customizable for specific customer problems. These programs are designed to work straight out of the box and are primarily cloud based. Most programs are subscription-based, except for ASSET360. All of the applications are designed so they can stand alone to work on their own or integrate with other applications for information flow.

Brad discusses some of the software solutions they offer, expanding on two specific applications:

• • • ASSET360
    • TechDispatch
    • PROOFofDelivery
    • INVENTORY360
    • MONIT360

ASSET360

INVENTORY360

INVENTORY360 is a fully customizable warehouse management solution for simple and complex inventory solutions. INVENTORY360 is suitable for most businesses and is excellent for small to medium-sized businesses. The program provides the ability to quickly start adding barcode scanning to business processes, especially when moving from Excel into a more structured and automated method.

Brad provides examples of use cases such as:

• • • Combining with drone technology to track trailers in a yard
    • Inventory movement within a warehouse
    • Lot and serial number tracking
    • Capture photos
    • Catalog creation
    • And more

Webinar Wrap-Up

Zebra Certified ISVs and Imprint Enterprises have the tools, knowledge, and expertise to help you move forward with the future asset and inventory management. Bob and Brad complete the webinar by answering the following questions:

• • • How do people engage with your company? What is the best way for them to get in touch with you or work with you?
    • What are the different pricing models for the different options that you have? Is it cloud-based? Is there a desktop component?
    • How do you integrate with ERP WMS systems and what is the benefit of using your software?
    • How do Imprint and Zebra integrate to help customers solve some unique problems?

Watch the Webinar Replay

From fast, simple solutions to a planning long-term sustainability, the specialists at Imprint Enterprises and Kutir Mobility can help you understand what you need to create custom software solutions for your business operations. Zebra Technologies is the global leader in providing top-quality solutions with Certified ISVs.

With 32 years of experience and product knowledge, Imprint Enterprises is a Premiere Solution Partner with Zebra Technologies. Imprint is an industry-leading provider of barcode printers, scanners, verifiers, software, RFID, labeling, warehouse labeling systems, as well as repair and maintenance solutions.

Watch the webinar replay, Intro to Zebra Certified Independent Software Vendors (ISV). The experts are there to help you and your business. If you have questions, contact Imprint Enterprises today.

Read on for highlights of the topics addressed by Greg in this webinar replay or go directly to Intro to Zebra Certified Independent Software Vendors (ISV) to watch the replay.

Vertical Systems ISV

Vertical Systems, Inc., has been in operation since 1982, focusing in on RFID solutions over the last 10 years. Greg mentions that his company offers many software implementations that can help with the following for RFID software solutions:

• • • Asset Tracking
    • Truck Inventory
    • RFID Mobile
    • Conveyor Automation
    • Inventory Movement

Tagging Compliance Needs

RFID mandates have grown in popularity among many large retailers. RFID can help businesses manage inventory accuracy, improve customer experiences, and manage loss prevention, among other benefits. Greg highlights some of the large retailers that have RFID mandates:

• • • Walmart
    • Dick’s Sporting Goods
    • Macy’s
    • And more

RAPID RFID Mobile

Businesses sending their products to large retailers need to be able to quickly verify RFID tags. RFID Mobile is an affordable option to ease RFID mandate requirements. The program runs on Zebra’s equipment and is used to quickly verify RFID tagged items on a screen. Greg highlights the key features of the RAPID RFID Mobile App:

• • • Read RFID tags
    • Parse GS1 compliant EPC into UPC and serial numbers
    • Assign tag reads to job, location, user, etc.
    • Export tag read data into CSV
    • Multiple reader types
    • Advanced find feature to location specific tag (Geiger)
    • Optionally send tag reads to hosted web applications
    • Status of reader connectivity
    • Find button to navigate the Find Tag Feature (optional)
    • And more

Webinar Wrap-Up

Zebra Certified ISV’s and Imprint Enterprises have the tools, knowledge, and expertise to help you move forward with the future of RFID mandates. Bob and Greg complete the webinar by answering the following questions:

• • • How does RAPID RFID Mobile integrate with WMS or ERP systems and any other kind of customization that would entail?
    • What Zebra products can this software integrate with?
    • What web-based tools do you offer? Does that help with things like having multiple units or using the fixed-mount readers? What are some of the advantages of that?
    • How do Imprint and Zebra integrate to help customers solve some unique problems?

Watch the Webinar Replay

From fast, simple solutions to a planning long-term sustainability, the specialists at Imprint Enterprises and Vertical Systems can help you understand what you need to become compliant with RFID mandates. Zebra Technologies is the global leader in providing top-quality products with Certified ISVs.

With 32 years of experience and product knowledge, Imprint Enterprises is a Premiere Solution Partner with Zebra Technologies. Imprint is an industry-leading provider of barcode printers, scanners, verifiers, software, RFID, labeling, warehouse labeling systems, as well as repair and maintenance solutions.

Watch the webinar replay, Intro to Zebra Certified Independent Software Vendors (ISV). The experts are there to help you and your business. If you have questions, contact Imprint Enterprises today.

This first blog provides a basic foundation to understand the concepts and uses of ISV, and why it is important for your business to excel.

What is an ISV?

Zebra certified ISVs are organizations that develop software solutions that run in conjunction with one or more computer hardware devices, operating system (OS) platforms, and cloud platforms. The ISV’s work with Zebra and are not owned or controlled by Zebra. ISVs provide a software solution for operational challenges that can display real-time visibility of devices and scannable materials.

What is ISV for?

Bob Conti, President of Imprint Enterprises held a webinar with three Zebra Certified ISVs:

• • • Greg Heilman with Vertical Systems
    • Brad Mackenzie with Kutir Mobility
    • David Vásquez with Xemelgo

These ISVs provide software solutions to coordinate your Zebra hardware products, OS platforms, and scannable items for real-time visibility of your Zebra products, your scannable materials, shipments, inventory, processes, and more.

Many verticals can benefit from using Zebra certified ISVs, including:

• • • Manufacturing
    • Distribution
    • Retail
    • Automotive
    • Industrial
    • Pharmaceutical
    • Electronics
    • And more

Why You Need Zebra Certified ISV’s

Zebra’s Certified ISVs provide a customized system that is easy to use with your Zebra devices. Incorporating an ISV into your devices and OS system can help solve visibility problems and add customizations to your existing product line. This can, in turn, result in very successful deployments, ultimately offering better functionality and cost savings to your customers.

Watch the Webinar Replay

Using Zebra’s ISVs is a simple solution to enhance the functionality of your Zebra products and OS platforms. Incorporating an ISV can provide many benefits that will keep you ahead of the competition. Stay tuned for the next blog in the series which focuses on the ISV Vertical Systems.

For more information, watch the webinar replay Intro to Zebra Certified Independent Software Vendors (ISV). The experts are there to help you understand the basics. If you have questions, you can always Contact Imprint Enterprises today.

Read on for highlights of the topics addressed in this webinar replay or go directly to Enhance Mobility, Improve Productivity, and Boost Accuracy with Zebra Mobile Printers to watch the replay.

Target Verticals and Workflows

Zebra is always working on greater technologies that help improve productivity in different businesses. Mobile printers can help employees that are dealing with customers, inventory, and packaging to enhance their own productivity, making their own lives easier in and out of the workplace.

John provides greater detail on use cases that employees are doing in docks and beyond:

• • • Retail
    • Manufacturing/Warehouse
    • Transportation & Logistics
    • Healthcare
    • Field Service
    • State & Local Government

Trends in Warehousing

Business Challenges

Businesses themselves are experiencing some pain points that range from complex to simple. John addresses the most common pain points in:

• • • Operations
    • IT
    • Technology

Zebra Resources Available to You

Zebra offers a suite of software applications that are built right into the printers, providing the ability to optimize printer performance throughout the lifetime of the printer. John provides greater detail of the following resources:

Zebra’s Mobile Printer Portfolio

Overall, Zebra has a variety of thermal printer options for different workflows in any capacity. The mobile printers, today’s focus, provide unique mobile capabilities as the printers are palm-sized and average around 1 pound.

Mobile printers offer the same printing capabilities as desktop printers but at the point of application. Zebra’s mobile printers can create a complete portable solution. John describes the following mobile printers, future plans, and more:

• • • ZQ600 Plus Series
    • ZQ500 Series
    • ZQ300 Plus Series
    • Accessories for mobile printers
    • Mobile printer tools

Webinar Wrap-Up

Zebra Technologies and Imprint Enterprises have the tools, knowledge, and expertise to help you move forward with the future of mobile printing technology. Bob and John complete the webinar by answering the following questions:

• • • Are the batteries hot-swappable or is that something to avoid?
    • Is there a direct-connect USB or other connectivity options?
    • Is there a specialty class of labels for mobile printers versus desktop printers?
    • Are there any specific use cases that come to mind with mobile printers where somebody had a unique way of using them or really solved the business problem?

Watch the Webinar Replay

Integrating or updating your mobile printing solutions does not have to be overly complicated. Zebra has good, better, and best options to match your budget and your company needs. Zebra is the expert in the barcode media industry with phenomenal capacity and expert engineers that pave the way forward.

With 32 years of experience and product knowledge, Imprint Enterprises is a Premiere Solution Partner with Zebra Technologies. Imprint is an industry-leading provider of barcode printers, scanners, verifiers, software, RFID, labeling, and warehouse labeling systems, as well as repair and maintenance solutions.

Watch the webinar replay, Enhance Mobility, Improve Productivity, and Boost Accuracy with Zebra Mobile Printers. The experts are there to help you and your business. If you have questions, contact Imprint Enterprises today.

In this webinar, Bob Conti, President of Imprint Enterprises, and Keith Bossé, Senior Sales Engineer from Zebra Technologies discuss UHF Passive RFID technologies that are both useful and interesting. RFID started back in WW2 when people were using radar to detect airplanes. Keith provides an interesting brief on how the concept was discovered and used during the war.

Read on for some of the topics addressed in this webinar replay or go directly to Introduction to Zebra Passive UHF RFID & Keys to Success Webinar to watch it now.

Differences between Barcodes and RFID

RFID uses signals sent to and from the tags that are with the products, which contain all the product information stored within the tag. A passive tag wakes up when pinged by the signal while an active tag is actively sending information before being pinged by the signal.

RFID systems differ from barcode systems. Keith provides details as to the many benefits of using RFID as compared to using barcodes:

• • • Scanning capabilities
    • Line-of-Sight differences
    • Barcode data vs tag data
    • Location tracking
    • And more

RFID Project Planning

Keith describes the anatomy of a successful RFID Project:

• • • Realistic expectations
    • Wholistic vision
    • Use case
    • Finding ROI
    • Site survey and equipment selection
    • Software and professional services

RFID Use Cases

RFID can be used in almost any industry. There are similarities and differences between each industry and it’s important to understand the pain points for the business that is considering RFID.

Keith addresses the following industries, describing some of the benefits for these industries:

• • • Retail
    • Healthcare
    • Manufacturing
    • Transportation & Logistics

RFID Hardware

Zebra’s Passive RFID Hardware is some of the best in the industry. The type of equipment a business will need will depend upon the use case, the environment, and what the business wants to accomplish. Keith provides an overview of Passive RFID solutions, going into detail about the differences in antennas and read zones:

RFID Software Solutions

Software provides the ability to encode data into RFID tags, print RFID tags, and ensure the data is accurate.

• • • Zebra Designer PRO3
    • ZEBRA 123RFID Mobile
      • • Included on the MC3300, TC52ax, and RFD8500
        • Downloadable from Zebra website
    • Fixed Reader web browser interfacing

Webinar Wrap-Up

Without accurate and good tag encoding, systems will not work properly. The types of tags needed are going to depend on the use case, the placement of the tag, the type of tag material, and availability.

Bob and Keith complete the webinar by answering the following questions:

• • • How many retailers are actively mandating RFID?
    • How can we ensure RFID compliance throughout a supply chain?
    • Is it better to perform a use case tag survey in a business facility?
    • Do fixed or handheld readers have better read rates?
    • Where are Zebra RFID tags made?
    • What is Imprint’s favorite or most challenging use case?

Watch the Webinar Replay

With today’s on-demand economy, RFID technology is an excellent option to keep up with speedy order fulfillment and fast deliveries. RFID technology has been enhanced over the past several years to be easier to design, integrate, and deploy in most industries.

Zebra Technologies is the global leader in providing top-quality products that range from just starting out to advanced equipment. From fast, simple solutions to planning long-term sustainability, the specialists at Imprint Enterprises can help you understand what you need.

Watch the webinar Introduction to Zebra Passive UHF RFID & Keys to Success Webinar. The experts are there to help you understand the basics. If you have questions, you can always Contact Imprint Enterprises today.

With modular components and a unique smart docking system, the Thor VM1A is the rugged computer for use with warehouses, manufacturing, and intermodal facilities.

Features That Make a Difference

Thor VM1A runs on the Android operating systems and features, with the Windows based HTML5 browser or Industrial browser, making the conversion to the Thor VM1A easy. Honeywell’s Mobility Edge hardware and software provide an integrated and scalable approach to accelerate development, application certification, deployment, and device lifecycle management.

Thor VM1A uses a Qualcomm 2.2GHz SnapdragonTM 660 and an Octa-core CPU that has 4GB RAM and 32GM Flash memory. The user can also install a mass storage expansion of 1, 2, 4, or 8GB Micro SD card. The touchscreen and keyboard are field-replaceable, saving time and money.

With the entire rugged computer having IP66 sealing against moisture and dust, it is also tested to MIL-STD-810F for vibration and composite wheeled vehicles. With a shock testing to SAE-J1455, Honeywell’s Thor VM1A can withstand just about any wear and tear in warehouses, manufacturing, and intermodal.

The 8-inch WXGA display has a 900 NIT outside display brightness and 400 NIT indoor and cold storage display brightness. The rugged vehicle-mounted computer can handle cold storage facilities with defrosters down to -30C.

The Thor VM1A has the ability to be charged wirelessly while in the vehicle dock. There are several perks that are included with the Thor VM1A, including Honeywell’s Mobility Edge hardware and software. Accessories can be obtained, and it is also backwards compatible with currently used VM1 and CV41 accessories.

Other accessories that can be obtained include:

• • • • Two docking options
        • Basic (for most vehicle applications)
        • Premium – more USB ports and Ethernet (for IT support and wall mount applications)
      • SD card for memory expansion
      • Wired Scanner

Expanding Operating Systems Lifecycle

Top-Notch Security Measures

With Honeywell’s Mobility Edge, the Thor VM1A has top-of-the-line security measures that go beyond Android security updates. The Secure Boot and Verified Boot have encryption keys programmed into the processor. The PBL has a ROM code in the hardware itself. The Secure Boot prevents any loading of unsigned OS images and the Verified Boot protects the Android system and vendors.

Full Disk Encryption is incorporated into the Thor VM1A so that the user data area is always encrypted. Honeywell provides encrypted IPSM storage that remains intact even after a device is wiped. The optional SD card accessory has encryption that is configurable and can be turned on and off when using it as adopted or portable storage. And, Secure Provisioning protects every Thor VM1A computer from unauthorized reconfiguration.

SmartTE Benefits

SmartTE has three Terminal Emulation solutions to maximizes productivity among all of the employees, from experienced workers to new and temporary workers. Each solution can be implemented at your companies’ pace to ease the transition of use.

The basic solution is the green-screen text-mode with the same user interface as a legacy TE. This is perfect for experienced users. The Dynamic Modernization solution has a touch interface for faster user learning with minimal development effort. This is an automated conversion option from the Basic solution.

How to Know When it is Time to Upgrade Mounted Computers

In an environment that is rough and demanding, warehouses, manufacturing, and intermodal industries may find that they are constantly replacing damaged mobile computers that are not suited for shock, vibration, and just overall rough environments. Most mobile computers are also not suited for deep freeze conditions, such as cold storage with temperatures dropping to -30°C.

Forklift and cherry picker operators may find themselves constantly dealing with a damaged keyboard because of the continual use of commonly used keyboard buttons. 

Maybe the operators are having to swap equipment out because the forklift or cherry picker is down for maintenance. How long does it take them to pull the computer off the complicated docking system?

Contact Imprint today to discuss how to upgrade to the Thor VM1A.

For more information, visit www.imprint-e.com  or contact us at (855)745-4464 or drop us an email at customer_service@imprint-e.com.

Incorporating a barcode template software system can help create, automate, and manage barcode labels, printers, and more. The larger your company gets, the more complex your needs may become. Learning how to use a system does not have to be as complex as your needs.

Barcode printing templates and software help manage barcode labels consistently and effectively. Software options can range depending upon your industry, company needs, growth possibilities, and how much information is needed in a barcode. Different industries will have different compliance requirements, including pharmaceuticals and retail supply chains.

Many small businesses start off using a spreadsheet to track their barcodes and templates. For just starting out, that may seem optimal. As a company grows, that spreadsheet can become more complex, and manual entries can unintentionally create errors, resulting in delays and redoing work.

Deciding which software template program to use will depend upon if you have compliance standards within your industry. Most templates are easy to learn, maintain, and update. Zebra Technologies and Imprint Enterprises are here to help you understand the various template software options that are available to you.

Compliance Labeling 

Different industries have different compliance requirements, specific standards that must be adhered to for multiple reasons. Your company worked hard to obtain contracts; this information is what can help maintain compliance of the barcode labels.

DOD / UID

The Department of Defense (DOD) requires unique identification (UID) markings on everything. This provides for item management and accountability throughout the entire supply chain. The DOD uses a Military Shipment Label with linear barcodes on outer containers. Bad barcodes can delay critical missions.

Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare / UDI

The US Food & Drug Administration (FDA) requires a unique device identifier (UDI) on every label that is readable by man and machine, from manufacturing through distribution and on to patient use. These labels help manage patient safety.

Retail Supply Chain

From manufacturer to customer, a readable barcode eases transportation and logistics. Each barcode is readable no matter what device is reading it. Employees can easily scan the material to see where it goes in the store without having to open items to figure out what it is.

Automotive

The automotive industry typically uses 2D barcode technology for fast and accurate shipping. These barcodes can also help manage parts to ease the stress of a recall by creating traceability.

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems

Connecting an ERP system to a barcode labeling system can reduce costs, improve accuracy, and provide better inventory tracking and visibility. You can save a substantial amount of money in labor costs when barcode data is automatically gathered and immediately available. There is no more wasted time manually entering data or generating reports.

BarTender®

BarTender® is an all-in-one barcode software solution from Seagull Scientific that is simple and cost-effective. This software program makes it easy for medium-sized businesses to create, automate, and manage barcodes, labels, RFID tags, and more.

BarTender® 2022 is the latest upgrade of a program that has been around for decades. It is a game changer with upgraded automation, integration, and database capabilities with new design tools and greater security.

Create any barcode label you need from any network printer. BarTender® 2022 can help any organization on a local or global scale to better manage their labeling lifecycle, increase label quality, integrate with existing business systems, and improve reliability, traceability, and compliance. With this integrated and network connected software program, labels can be printed anywhere anytime, by anyone with access.

BarTender® 2022 has the efficiency to design a single template that can be used across multiple customer bases, or the complexity for different templates for different customer bases.

Optimize Your Effectiveness 

A common mistake with barcode labeling is creating a different label for each product. For some companies, this can be in the hundreds or thousands which is labor and time consuming. One small mistake can lead to mislabeled products, potential recalls, and waste. Using templates and software can optimize effectiveness with consistency.

Whichever barcode template software your company needs, it’s always best to consult with an expert that can help answer any questions you have on the use of the different barcode software and template options that can be matched with the proper hardware and supplies needed.

Zebra Technologies is an award-winning company and Imprint Enterprises is a trusted partner for Zebra. They bring you good, better, and best options to help your business step forward while considering future possibilities. Ensuring the long-term use of your entire barcode labeling system is what makes Zebra Technologies the best in the industry and is why Imprint Enterprises is a Premiere Solution Partner with Zebra.

Contact Imprint Enterprises today to discuss Zebra’s barcode labeling solutions that are best for you.

Barcodes are more than just ink on paper or buying a random printer and software package. A barcode label is a complete system that can help decrease costs, increase efficiency, and achieve higher levels of customer satisfaction.

A proper barcode label helps you and your clients ensure compliance standards are met within industry standards while managing and tracking inventory from beginning to end.

Zebra Technologies and Imprint Enterprises are here to help you understand the purpose and function of the various barcode options that are available to you.

A Barcode Design is About Functionality

The core function of a barcode label is to provide information on what a product is and where it goes. It is functionality over prettiness. Barcode labels are used to track inventory, which is vital to supply chains, inventory management, transportation, asset management, sales, and more.

There are different forms of barcodes and sensors, depending on the product it is placed on, how it is placed on the product, and the lifecycle requirements of the barcode itself. Labels also come in a variety of sizes, shapes, colors, and materials. From 1D barcodes, 2D barcodes, RFID, and Environmental labels and sensors, each serves a purpose.

1D/2D Barcodes

2D barcodes can have a higher data density in a smaller space, creating a faster and more efficient method of tracking stock and inventory. 2D barcodes use patterns, shapes, and dots to encrypt more data information and can include images, website addresses, and binary data, and are scannable up to 50 feet away.

RFID 

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is commonly used in various applications for tracing, from production through the supply chain and on to the end user. RFID uses a chip and tag combination for optimal reading either singularly or as a group of items, making it superior to barcodes with the ability to be read from long distances and storing significantly more information using encryption and password protection features.

RFID is becoming more prevalent with the advancement of geo-location, security, and automation. Hundreds of tagged items can be quickly located, authenticated, and tracked all at once by waving a handheld reader or automatically with a fixed reader. This can reduce the amount of time needed for a manual labor and routine tasks, such as an inventory count, or locating the exact item needed in a sea of similar items.

RFID is also used for tracking high value products throughout an entire workflow, as it’s being manufactured through the supply chain, or providing the ability to serialize individual units because of the nature of the RFID tag. In essence, each RFID tag is a mobile database that you can encode data.

Environmental Labels and Sensors

Zebra Technologies also has the options you need to monitor for temperature and humidity changes using labels and sensors. From thermal transfer labels for in-house printing or ordering customized labels and sensors, they help monitor for fluctuations in temperature and environmental fluctuations that can impact your products and your company profits.

Increase profitability with an easy to integrate solution to reduce loss and increase accountability during shipping with built-in temperature or humidity sensors. There are also high-heat visual representations for autoclaves and sterilization processes.

Environmental Labels and Sensors for Specialty Meal Services

Your company started off as a small, local meal prep service that could easily control the temperatures required to keep meals frozen for customers. Now that your company has grown to a national level, specialty meals are shipped from your manufacturing facility directly to customers. Your company takes great care in packaging the products so they can stay frozen from your warehouse to the recipient.

You know your products are good when they leave your facility. Now it seems you are constantly replacing damaged and thawed products, managing angry customer calls while paying for restocking and new shipments. Zebra Technologies environmental labels and sensors can detect exposures at packaging, shipping, and recipient levels. This can increase accountability during shipping and optimize operational efficiency.

Environmental Labels and Sensors for Pharmaceuticals

Medications can be shipped to various facilities or even straight to a consumer. Often, medications need to be environmentally regulated to ensure their integrity. Reduce the risk of product damage with electronic temperature sensors from Zebra Technologies.

Electronic temperature sensors record cold storage temperatures throughout a products journey. The electronic sensor from Zebra is compatible with IT networks and uses Bluetooth, cellular, Wi-Fi, or ethernet to upload the information. They can be easily integrated into your existing systems and processes to gain expanded control over product quality.

The Design is About What Your Company Needs

Whichever barcode design your company needs, it’s always best to consult with an expert that can help answer any questions you have on the use of the different barcode designs. The barcode label itself is one part of creating a functional system your company needs.

Contact Imprint Enterprises today to discuss Zebra’s barcode labeling solutions that are best for you.

Decrease unnecessary steps to complete tasks with the world’s smallest enterprise-class wearable Android mobile computer with multiple mounting options. The All-in-One WS50 merges a ring scanner with a stand-alone mobile computer to simplify task-based workflows and communications.

The WS50 can enhance scan-intensive workflows with limited user interface (UI), is designed for aggressive warehouse and manufacturing environments, and can improve communications and task management for managers and employees.

With multiple options to choose from, Zebra’s WS50 is a new standard in enterprise grade wearable technology. Maximize productivity and enhance efficiency.

Multiple Mounting Options

The WS50 is a versatile and ergonomic option that gives you one device to wear, procure, and manage. It is easy to use and provides the flexibility of having both hands free to work more efficiently. The device itself is only 2.89 ounces in weight and is 2.44 inches long by 2.32 inches wide by 0.71 inches in diameter.

These models have superior data capturing for frequent barcode scanning in practically any dirty or damaged conditions. The converged scanning models can capture large barcodes, multiple barcodes with a single trigger press, can capture barcodes in motion, or scan continuously with an optional proximity sensor. 

Rugged and Ready for Any Aggressive Environment

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology with Voice/Messaging Support

How often have your employee’s lost connection within your own warehouse? Obtain a solid connection to your warehouse management systems with 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Zebra Mobility DNA Wireless Fusion. The WS50 can also be paired with wireless headsets, printers, and other peripherals with Bluetooth 4.2.

Managing faster delivery or pick-up times has become the new normal with two-day, one-day and same-day delivery in today’s on-demand economy. With ecommerce booming, picking and sorting can be full-time jobs in and of themselves. Using a data capturing trigger configuration with SE4770 resolution and 1280×960 pixels can help the process.

Reduce support calls and frustrating downtime due to pairing problems with NFC. The voice/messaging support configuration is PTT ready with an integrated microphone and speaker and either 2 programmable buttons on the converged models or 4 programmable buttons on the wrist core models.

Great No Matter the Industry

Zebra’s WS50 is great for any rough working environment. The enterprise-class wearable mobile computers specifically help:

• • • Manufacturing
      • Sorting
      • Put Away
      • Picking
      • Loading/Unloading
      • Task Management
      • Equipment Maintenance
    • Warehouse / Distribution
      • Sorting
      • Put Away
      • Picking
      • Loading/Unloading
      • Task Management

Complete with Accessory and Care Options

Zebra’s Mobility DNA is your wearable computer’s built-in advantage that offers secure solutions to help deploy, manage, and support every stage of the WS50’s lifecycle. Effortlessly integrate applications or add advanced enterprise features to enhance the user’s experience. There are secure update and protection options with Mobility DNA, along with flexible staging options and device management to minimize downtime and lower your Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

Optimize the output of your workforce while ensuring reliable and consistent connectivity. This can drive greater job performance by reducing disruptions and distractions, increasing employee’s productivity.

Zebra Technologies offers OneCare™ Maintenance Plans in two levels of options, the core assurance Zebra OneCare Essential plan or the maximum protection of Zebra OneCare Select. You count on your wearable mobile computers so why not ensure predictable performance while eliminating unbudgeted repair expenses?

Enhance the support of your wearable mobile computers beyond their standard warranty coverage. You can tailor your plan with battery services, enhanced shipping logistics, commissioning services, and VisibilityIQ™ foresight. Zebra handles the support so you can focus on your strategic initiatives.

Upgrade to an All-in-One Wearable Mobile Computer that can Greatly Enhance Efficiency

Disconnected workers must take more steps to complete a task, which requires more time and can erode operational efficiency. Zebra Technologies WS50 is the world’s smallest All-in-One wearable mobile computer that merges a ring scanner with a stand-alone mobile computer to simplify task-based workflows and communications. Improve your technology to meet the demands of the increasing on-demand ecommerce.

How do your managers assign tasks and communicate with workers? The power of data capturing with a host mobile computer in ONE can save you time and money. No matter your industry, you’ll see faster movement of products to keep up with increasing demands.

Our friendly team of knowledgeable professionals can talk with you to help you determine whether the WS50 can help your company. Contact Imprint Enterprises today!