Restaurants have more choices than ever when it comes to technology but are tired of having their systems and data disconnected. Legacy technologies don’t talk to each other, resulting in more clutter and less efficiency inside the restaurant.

For excellent service kiosk and POS systems in hotels, restaurants, bars and cafes, Elo offers a variety of solutions to help you cut through the clutter so you can spend your time on delivering outstanding hospitality, not technology.

The Internet of Things (IoT) is gaining traction in every industry and sector, from consumer electronics and retail to transportation and logistics, and even healthcare. This trend is expected to continue in the foreseeable future.

IoT is a powerful tool which allows businesses to improve their operational efficacy, the quality of the customer experience they provide, the insights they gain, and the quality of the decisions they make on their business’s success.

When business-critical Internet of Things devices go down, an organization can lose visibility into its operations. The consequences are severe, including lost income, efficiency, and safety.

A greater dependence on IoT results in an increase in the management complexity required for things like device analytics, remote assistance, firmware updates, and security measures. How are all of the numerous device makers, models, firmware versions, and communication protocols going to be managed inside a unified IT infrastructure for an enterprise? That’s where our longtime partners at SOTI come in.

IoT Management Solution: SOTI Connect

SOTI Connect is an Internet of Things management solution that enables organizations to effectively manage and gain visibility into the diverse and numerous Internet of Things–enabled devices that are spread throughout their operations, all while reducing the total cost of ownership (TCO) of those devices.

SOTI Connect is able to swiftly locate, configure, and deploy new IoT-enabled devices because its design is very flexible and data-driven. It also supports key communication protocols, which enables it to do so regardless of the make, model, or firmware of the device. It provides access to information about devices in real time and the capacity to store that information for later use in analyses.

SOTI Connect is a highly effective component of a comprehensive set of solutions.

Monitor and Automate IoT Devices

Smart devices, such as industrial and mobile printers and sensors, give businesses the ability to automate their operations, collect data, monitor every element of their Internet of Things deployments, and identify potential issues before they arise.

Organizations have been able to cut their operating costs while simultaneously increasing the productivity of their personnel and operations by implementing networks of IoT-enabled devices that are able to communicate with one another.

The Key Benefits of SOTI Connect

• Single Point of Control
• Rapid Deployment
• Manage Various Device Types
• Data Analysis
• Reduce Total Cost of Ownership

IoT is here to stay. Take control of your IoT at the enterprise level and contact us today. You might realize just how much time and money SOTI’s IoT management solutions can save your organization.

With SOTI Connect, you make the very most of your investment on a single IoT platform.

The Honeywell 8670 Wireless Ring Scanner brings a lot of versatility to the mobile warehouse worker. Its 1D and 2D scanning performance, fast decoding, and ability to read poor-quality or damaged barcodes make it the best in the industry.

Key Benefits of the 8670 Ring Scanner vs. Competing Devices

A few things to highlight about the Honeywell 8670 ring scanner are its lower ring scanning profile, lack of ring spin, and comfortable fit. See the 8670 in action below.

Lower Profile Ring Scanning

The Honeywell 8670 ring scanner has a much lower profile than the Zebra RS507.  In other words, it sits lower on your finger.  This is important because with this device you’ll be doing lots of piece picks, case picks, etc.  With a lower profile ring scanner, you are much less likely to hit the scanner on the bin/racking when reaching into a bin/racking to pick something. Rack hits = frustrated operator, progress disruption, damaged scanner.

No Ring Spin

The scanner button on the Honeywell 8670 does not sit below the finger.  So when you pick up a box, the scanner stays put. If the button sits below your finger, the scanner will spin every time you pick up a box.  So you’ll have to readjust your scanner after every pick. Life with a scanner that does not take this into account turns a 2 step process into a 3 step process.

Step 1: Scan item.

Step 2: Pick up box.

Step 3: Re-adjust ring scanner.

Comfortable, Secure Fit

Practice putting the ring scanner on until you’ve got it down to one smooth motion.  This also applies to the wearable computer.

First impressions go a long way, and if your workers continue to fumble with the scanner trying to put it on, this greatly diminishes the productivity that you are trying to capture in your business.

Contact us today to have a look at the latest ring scanning solutions from Honeywell.

About This Webinar:

How to Select, Print, and Encode RFID Tags

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET

Presented By:

Chris Brown – RFID Subject Matter Expert at TSC Printronix Auto ID

Carlo Emanuele – Vice President and General Manager, Consumables at Barcodes Group

About the RFID Tag Webinar

IDTechEx forecast that 41.2 billion RAIN RFID tags will be sold in 2024, up from 15 billion just three years ago.

To enable you to track your assets with unprecedented accuracy, using the right tag will determine the success of an RFID implementation from the very beginning.

But how do you determine the encoding scheme to use at your organization, and the most appropriate tag or label to support this?

During this webinar, the following questions are answered:

• Why do you need to be concerned about encoding “good data” to RFID tags?
• How do you select an RFID tag that finds the optimal balance between size and read range?
• What role can a partner play in assisting with pre-printed/pre-encoded labels or providing solutions for your on-demand printing?

Watch the RFID Label Webinar

For an assessment of how RFID can improve your inventory accuracy and shipment verification process, please reach out to us at [email protected] or visit www.barcodesinc.com/solutions/learn-more-about-rfid/.

Zebra Technologies’ best-in-class fleet of mobile and industrial printers is now supported and managed by SOTI Connect. SOTI’s IoT management solution enables organizations in many sectors to manage, protect, and gain greater insight into all IoT devices across their operations.

Zebra and SOTI have worked together for years to develop and mutually test novel strategies for SOTI MobiControl to efficiently manage Zebra mobile computers. This entails supporting Zebra LifeGuard OTA, integrating Zebra secure remote control APIs, and allowing the quick conversion of Zebra devices to Androidâ„¢ Enterprise.

The Business Case for an IoT Device Management Solution

With improved Zebra printer administration offered by SOTI Connect, which is a component of the SOTI ONE Platform, a long-standing cooperation now becomes even stronger.

Many organizations rely on internal resources to manage IoT devices. Zebra also provides their own excellent mobile device management. Where SOTI Connect really shines is helping reduce total ownership costs.

The costs and time required to deploy, manage, support, secure, and update hundreds of devices quickly adds up. Hours of productivity lost when a printer goes down. Hundreds of thousands of dollars in data lost in a data breach. “Missing” devices. Troubleshooting firmware updates manually.

Discover how to effectively manage Zebra printers at scale in the video below.

Zebra Printer Management Is Easy With SOTI Connect

Take control and ensure your Zebra printers perform at their very best.

Quick Deployment

It doesn’t have to take hours or days to deploy and set your Zebra printers up. As soon as your Zebra printers are connected, customize them to match the specific requirements of your company and you’re done.

Better Visibility

Gather important information, like the state of the battery, the device’s temperature, memory consumption, data usage, and printing speed. Take action based on data to increase the efficiency and return on investment of your Zebra printers, whether they are located nearby or halfway across the world.

Protection from Data Breaches

60 percent of firms worldwide experience data loss due to printer security breaches. With one click, you can update firewall configurations and apply security updates on your Zebra printers at scale.

Automated Error Alerts

If a printer isn’t functioning properly, SOTI Connect automatically sends remediation steps to resolve issues as soon as possible. This cuts down on expensive downtime as well as the total cost of ownership for your fleet of Zebra printers.

Automatic Firmware and OS Upgrades

Zebra printers can automatically check for and apply firmware and operating system upgrades, freeing up your IT personnel to focus on more pressing problems.

For a closer look at everything on offer, download the SOTI Connect data sheet.

Which Zebra Printers Does SOTI Connect Support?

SOTI Connect is designed to handle several IoT protocols, making control Zebra mobile and industrial printer management easier than ever.

New Zebra printers are supported by SOTI Connect’s data-driven architecture as soon as they become live.

Zebra printers that SOTI Connect supports:

• ZQ310
• ZQ320
• ZQ511
• ZQ511R
• ZQ521
• ZQ521R
• ZQ610
• ZQ620
• ZQ630
• ZQ630R
• ZR318
• ZR328
• ZR658
• ZR668
• ZT411
• ZT421
• ZT510
• ZT610
• ZT620
• ZD421C
• ZD421D
• ZD421T
• ZD510
• ZD621D

If you’ve purchased any of these printers, contact us today to see just how much time and money SOTI Connect can save your organization.

You depend on Zebra for high-quality printers. With SOTI Connect, you make the very most of your investment on a single IoT platform.

About This Webinar:

RFID Cycle Counting: Increase Inventory Collection Speed at Lower Costs

Thursday, June 30^th, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET

Presented By:

Matt Smith – SLS

Christopher Vassilos – Barcodes

Why RFID for Cycle Counting is Transformative

Most businesses today conduct inventory counts as part of their operations. Traditional means of collecting this data include tallying products on a count sheet or scanning barcodes off product labeling, both of which are time consuming and prone to error.

Using RFID technology for cycle counting reduces labor cost and automates the workflow. The result is greater accuracy, improved asset utilization, as well as reducing lost or out of inventory situations.

During this webinar, you will be shown the following:

• A demonstration of cycle counting using RFID technology in action
• An overview of the components of the SLS Mobile Solution
• Various scenarios of deployment, including the use of robotics

Watch the RFID Cycle Counting Webinar Recording

We hope to see you there! For an assessment of your company’s ROI potential with RFID, please reach out to us at [email protected] or visit Barcodes and SLS RFID Solutions.

Barcodes and Zebra teamed up to make it easier than ever for associates at Ulta stores to manage inventory while providing the very best beauty shopping experience. Watch the video and contact us to learn more.

Webinar:

How the Right POS Solution Can Upgrade Your Customers’ Shopping or Dining Experience

Thursday, May 19th, 2:00 P.M. – 2:30 P.M. ET

Presented By:

John Mieli – Star Micronics

POS Solutions Can Elevate the Modern Customer Experience

Choosing the right POS application is critical to provide a modern customer experience. The solution has to offer the flexibility and reliability to ensure your business runs smoothly now and in the future.

The events from the past few years have brought changes and led to opportunities, including increased online ordering with most digital interactions happening in the cloud. Finding a POS solution based on your needs will allow you to thrive in this challenging, and at times unpredictable, environment. 

Watch the webinar to learn:

• Why complete POS systems and intuitive user experiences have become essential
• What steps to take to manage your devices from a single Cloud platform
• How a Star POS solution can work with different ordering systems and multiple channels

Watch the Full Star POS Webinar

Sometimes, you just need a mobile computer cart to get the job done right.

The MK LT Series DS0121 from Newcastle Systems is inexpensive, lightweight, and has the potential to increase output by at least fifty percent.

The DS0121 is our most cost-effective mobile cart system to date, and it was designed specifically for mobile computer and light printing applications in commercial and industrial settings.

The elimination of costly footfall to and from static hardware results in noticeable productivity gains for your workforce. Using the mobile trolley, a laptop, thermal printer, and scanner can be powered all at once. That means fewer redundant trips, and fewer instances where scanners run out of charge.

The amount of energy, time, and money saved when you implemented a powered mobile cart makes for an exceptional price to performance ratio.

Reasons to Love the LT DS0121 Mobile Cart

• Typical return on investment attained in less than three months
• Rugged industrial design for improved performance and longevity in the harshest environments
• Lightweight for any worker to push easily, weighing in at just 63 pounds
• Compatible with existing hardware – just plug and go
• Quiet, seamless AC Power

Endless Customization Options for Your Specific Needs

Standard LT Series carts all include a top shelf, middle shelf, and push handles as well as 5″ rubber wheels and locking industrial casters. Beyond these features, LT mobile carts have nearly endless ways to customize them depending on your operational needs.

For one, adjustable laptop and scanner holders can be included on each mobile workstation.

You also have a wide range of battery power options. Most popular is a reusable, lightweight lithium iron battery that will run 24/7 and is easily swappable (or can be installed as a “fixed” battery). Sealed lead acid batteries that run for 8+ hours are another power choice that many warehouses rely on.

Another feature we love is the Bluetooth-enabled app, which displays charge level, cycle life, and more usage statistics (available for Android and Apple).

See the LT DS0121 Mobile Cart in Action

For more detailed information: [Download the LT DS0121 Mobile Cart Spec Sheet]

Don’t wait on the LT Series. The ROI gains far exceed the modest price tag.

If you think a mobile cart system would be useful in your work environment, please contact us. A representative can point you towards the best mobile cart solution for your needs.

Webinar:

The Walmart Mandate: Tipping Point for RFID Adoption?

Thursday, May 12th, 2:00 P.M. – 2:30 P.M. ET

Presented By:

Todd Muscato – Barcodes Group

Ashley Burkle – Impinj

Ensure Your RFID Labels and Tags are Compliant Before September Deadline

After success using RFID for apparel, Walmart is expanding its RFID mandate to scores of additional products. Could it be a tipping point for RFID adoption in U.S. retail?

With heightened omnichannel demands and continued supply chain disruptions, retailers with inventory accuracy and visibility are thriving. How do you thrive instead of just survive with RFID in retail?

In this webinar, Barcodes and Impinj discuss the following:

• How RFID is helping big brand retailers adapt and thrive
• What retailers and their suppliers need to get started on their RFID journey
• How Barcodes can help with RFID solutions, including devices, software, tags, and support

Watch the Retail RFID Webinar Recording

Learn more about Barcodes’ Walmart RFID solutions, and contact us if you would like to have an exploratory discussion.