The previous article focused on “What you do” and you were given the task of performing a rudimentary analysis–big words for, “asking questions”–of your staff and processes. So, I am hoping that you have at least a rough idea of what is going on in terms of a data collection system within your business. Since you are …
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In order to calculate a return on investment (ROI) on technology to improve your warehouse operations, it is critical to evaluate your work flow process – from receiving to quality control and inventory counts to the picking and shipping. Is there a process that results in frequent errors or causes slow downs in the follow on …
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From E. Coli outbreaks to healthy eating initiatives, I’ve noticed that the food industry has been in the news quite a bit over the past couple years. In fact, the Food Safety Modernization Act was just signed into law this past January to ensure the safety of the US food supply chain by shifting the focus of the FDA from …
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I’ve worked with thousands of law enforcement and state transportation agencies over the years, observing firsthand that the ability to accurately report traffic data leads to safer communities. The TraCS Solution is a great electronic citation and accident reporting application that collects important traffic data, enabling local and state agencies to aggregate and take action on that data. The TraCS …
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When talking to managers and business owners within the field service industry, I am often moved by how much value is placed on the field technicians. It becomes obvious that these technicians are highly respected by their managers. These field technicians are highly trained and capable in many areas of business from customer service and sales, to equipment troubleshooting and repairs. What …
Well, other than being really cool pieces of modern technology, Industrial Flat Panel Monitors can go places that most monitors never could. Ok, so maybe I’m a computer nerd, but with sizes ranging from 6”, 12”, 15”, 17” to 19”, Industrial Flat Panel Monitors are not only designed for the factory floor but can also …
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Questions about types of printer interfaces are pretty common for me, so I thought I’d write an informative blog for all of you looking for clarification. Although I specify receipt printers, this post applies to all printers, including thermal barcode printers. Just keep in mind that receipt printers, are generally limited to a single interface type, …
So you’re ready to automate a process by using barcode labeling solutions, but you’re not sure where to start? The following are some guidelines to help you determine what is best for your process. What human-readable information do you want on the label? If the labeled item becomes lost, will a person need to be …
No matter who I talk to, it seems that getting your taxes done is usually not a pleasant experience. The process is often long and tedious, and involves gathering repetitive information, year after year. The good news is that with the recent addition of bar codes to several tax forms, the experience can be far shorter and consist of fewer …
When I think about it, customer service can be a tricky aspect of business for a small company that doesn’t have the resources of a large company! The good news is that field mobility solutions can level the customer service playing field for smaller companies, especially those within my area of expertise: Plumbing and HVAC. I’ve spoken …
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