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What is Mobile Device Management?

Mobile Device Management (MDM) is software that allows IT administrators to deploy, secure, monitor, integrate and manage a variety of devices including smartphones, tablets, laptops, and IoT devices in the workplace from a central admin console. MDM enables IT administrators to quickly address the challenges associated with mobility by providing a simplified and efficient way to view, manage and secure all company and employee owned devices across the enterprise.

How does it work?

The software works by installing an agent on each of the devices that need to be managed. Once the agent is installed on the end devices, it allows the centralized server to manage and communicate with the endpoints remotely. Once configured, this centralized server allows the administrator to enforce the corporate security policies, push out updates, and push new applications to enable more user productivity across all the managed devices.

How do I know if I need to implement a mobile device management solution?

With mobile security threats on the rise and with the increased compliance requirements from the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), every business should have a strategy in place to protect the integrity of the company network and the data that it contains. If your company depends on mobile apps to operate, you should look into a mobile device management solution to better protect your assets and manage your devices.

There are many benefits of Mobile Device Management, click and read this whitepaper to learn more about how you can deploy, securely manage mobile devices, and eliminate downtime in your operations. Barcodes and Zebra can help you easily secure and manage your devices. Whether you are thinking about implementing an MDM solution or simply want to improve your current operations, you can count on Barcodes to be a solution and service provider that you can trust.

Dec. 5, 2019 11:00 AM (Central Time U.S and Canada)

Join Barcodes and EPG to learn how to increase the productivity, accuracy and employee satisfaction in your distribution center with Lydia® Voice running on rugged multi-purpose Android devices.

Key takeaways include:

1. Modernize and optimize your warehouse process workflows to better leverage your investment in new Android-based technology

2. Reduce the number of steps in a traditional handheld barcode scanning order picking process to boost productivity by up to 35%

3. Increase productivity with no voice template training that makes new hire employee training seamless

By registering, you submit your information to Barcodes, who will use it to communicate with you regarding this event and other services.

Managers are seeking to improve operational efficiency by gaining back mere seconds from each workflow to improve overall time and cost savings. Having workers take fewer steps, eliminating battery changes mid-shift, or using one mobile device for multiple purposes are all areas managers identified as key components to increase efficiency.

It is found that mis-pick is an ongoing issue within the workplace and one that could be avoided through an increase in visibility with new technology and processes. Most companies agrees that multi functional devices are critical and ensure workers can be more flexible and do more things to improve overall distribution center performance. When it comes to decisions around implementing new processes and technology, it is clear that unless action is taken these are the operations that could find themselves lagging behind. Barcodes understands this and has hands-on expertise partnering with Honeywell to improve workflow performance and unlock bottlenecks and inefficiencies to accelerate the flow of business- critical information across the supply chain. Contact us if you have any questions or looking for a place to start reviewing your technology infrastructure to claim back the minutes and seconds to recover the hidden costs in your distribution center.

Transport productivity to a whole new level with Barcodes and Zebra’s Total Wearable Solutions.

Streamline and error-proof every aspect of order fulfillment and inventory management. Zebra’s Total Wearable Solutions are the only dedicated family of enterprise wearable devices built on Android and backed by Mobility DNA to deliver unrivaled scanned performance and manageability. It can provide the operational flexibility needed to replace complexity with productivity.

With the Zebra multi-modal solutions, you can boost worker productivity by 15% — with 39% fewer errors than typical speech-only wearables. Pairing the WT6000 wearable computer with the RS6000 ring scanner gives your workers the hands-free mobility they need to boost productivity to a new level.

Extend the functionality of your mobile device, watch the video below to learn more. Contact Barcodes if you want a wearable solution that can help maximize your workforce productivity.

A major transformation is happening in enterprise mobile computing. Thousands of companies and most top device manufacturers are migrating from Windows Mobile to Android. In fact, only 4% of new enterprise handheld computers come with Microsoft’s latest mobile operating system, Windows 10 IoT. Additionally, many app developers are also abandoning Windows in favor of Android. Here are the four big reasons why this is happening and why you may want to consider a similar switch to Android.

1. Microsoft’s Waning Commitment to Enterprise Mobile for Handhelds 

Until now, Windows Embedded Handheld and CE were the industry standards for enterprise mobile computing. However, Microsoft has ended or will soon end support for all versions of these platforms between January 2020 and April 2021. This doesn’t mean it’s time to panic, but it’s definitely time to assess the impact on your operations and determine the next steps for ensuring your mobile future. If you have an extended support plan, some manufacturers may be able to provide support beyond 2021. 

However, you’ll still need a plan for what to do once you’ve exhausted all your support options. Upgrading from legacy versions to Windows 10 IoT won’t be possible because apps for Windows Embedded Handheld and CE are not forward-compatible. The only option to remain with Windows is to take on the expensive and time-consuming process of reprogramming and migrating applications and databases. Given the difficulties and problems this poses and considering that Microsoft’s commitment to enterprise mobile for handhelds has been waning for years, the industry is switching to Android. As the world’s most popular mobile OS, Android offers an easy-to-use and intuitive interface along with many development tools and a global developer community that makes it much faster and easier to migrate applications and create new solutions.

Hardware manufacturers and businesses such as Zebra, Home Depot, and Whirlpool have taken this simpler and less costly approach, giving workers a more familiar and user-friendly experience in the process.

2. Security Risks

The end of support for any OS means no future updates or security patches, so migrating to a new platform will eventually be an absolute must to avoid data security threats. 
Mobile device management gives businesses complete control over Android devices, applications, and connections. Emkat collaborates with the top manufacturers to provide up to 10 years of security updates and support, long after the standard five-year Android consumer support period comes to an end.

3. Better Mobile Productivity and Efficiency 

A switch to Android offers a remarkably positive impact on worker productivity and efficiency. Android’s simple, touch-screen interface is much easier to use, which helps simplify and streamline workflows. For example, Zebra’s new TC8000 touch computer combines Android simplicity with a combination barcode scanner and mobile computer that increases worker productivity by 14%. Workers no longer have to tilt a scanner to see its screen and confirm scanning results, and its virtual keyboards help them achieve 40% faster data entry with 60% fewer errors. Android is also familiar to many workers because they use it on their home devices, so it speeds up training and makes onboarding new employees easier.

4. Support Multiple Apps on One Device  

Android OS will give users the ability to run core ERP/WMS apps while additionally running communications and productivity apps such as email and messaging. This will allow you to effectively support and optimize warehouse functionality, manage your business, and communicate effectively all on one OS.  

Now’s the time to assess your mobile future and start developing an OS strategy, and our experts at Barcodes are here to help. Contact us now to schedule a free one-on-one consultation with one of our expert engineers to help guide you to the best course for your business. 

Give shoppers the checkout experience they expect with the Zebra DS9900 barcode scanners. A one of a kind hybrid barcode scanner that provides maximum flexibility offering both handheld and hands-free scanning. Customers can experience shorter check out lines, a speedy transaction, and attentive service that will keep them coming back again and again.

The Zebra DS9900 barcode scanners can provide everything that your business needs to keep the checkout lines flowing. Employees can quickly scan items of all sizes and read barcodes in any directions and condition. Increase productivity with rapid fire scanning, capture mobile coupon from customer’s phone, and also the option to incorporate RFID in your business to read or deactivate RFID tags for real time inventory. The benefits are endless!

Futhermore, increase participation in loyalty programs and credit cards. The DS9900 scanner to capture driver’s license parsing to verify age or auto-populate credit card applications or loyalty applications to save time on data entry with a faster sign- up process. Optimize your point of sale with the DS9900 barcode scanner, scan in handheld or presentation mode based on the different requirements to reach items easily in cart.

Boost productivity in POS with these series of applications:

• Handheld or hands-free to handle a mix of items
• Doubles as a document scanner- can capture images of checks and documents
• Identify poor-performing barcodes
• Read driver’s license data that can populate on applications

Features:

• Increase speed with superior 1D and 2D barcode scanning capabilities
• Seamless switching from handheld and hands-free mode
• Capture coupons, and loyalty cards from mobile displays
• Superior scanning range requires less precision when positioning items
• Read driver’s license data to verify age
• Read/write UHF RFID tags on new inventory or returned goods
• Optional EAS support to deactivate EAS tags during checkout

Contact Barcodes and find out how the DS9900 barcode scanners can keep your lines moving and your customers happy.

In case you missed our webinar today, click on the video and watch Barcodes, Smart Label Solutions, and Impinj discuss key market factors and technologies impacting the landscape of the connected supply chain.

Key takeaways include:

1. Retailers are increasing pressure on manufacturers and distributors to develop smarter supply chains
2. Manufacturers and distributors need to provide better visibility of goods and assets in transition
3. Efficiency gains enabled by even modest investments in process automation and supply chain transparency drive significant return on investment

If you have any questions, please contact our Marketing Coordinator, Maraya Sandoval, at [email protected] or at 312-765-8860.

Get ready to drive up operational efficiency and employee productivity with the new Janam XT200 rugged mobile computer. From warehousing to field service to retail, the XT200 offers businesses the ability to streamline operations and elevate the customer experience. Uncompromisingly rugged and hardened against the elements, the XT200 comes in a sleek and stylish industrial design that outclasses even the most advanced smartphones, ensuring reliability wherever it goes. The XT200 addresses all your data capture needs with superior 1D/2D imaging technology, integrated RFID and NFC reading capabilities and high-performance front- and rear-facing cameras.

As the most rugged Google Android Enterprise Recommended device in its class, the XT200 meets the most rigorous mobile requirements so you can select with confidence, deploy with consistency, and always stay up to date. Equipped with Android 8 (Oreo), the XT200 can be upgraded to Android 9 (Pie) and can support up to five years of software security patches for businesses in need of a longer product lifecycle.

Why the XT200 Rugged Mobile Computer from Janam?

The XT200 is combines a surprisingly sleek smartphone-like design with the latest technological advancements – delivering a super light and highly ergonomic solution that empowers mobile workers and improves process efficiencies in demanding retail, direct store delivery and field service environments.

Featuring a sleek rugged smartphone design, it’s also:

• Android 8 (Oreo) operating system with Google Mobile Services (GMS)
• Brillant 5- inch touch screen with Corning’s Gorilla Glass 3
• Rugged smartphone design that’s compact and light at 9 ounces
• Superior 1D/2D barcode scanning
• RFID and NFC reading capabilities
• WiFi Fast Roaming and Bluetooth 5.0
• Extended-shift battery life

In addition to the superior features and functionality, the XT200 also has a variety of optional accessories to enhance the performance of the device including charging cradles, holsters, a UHF RFID sled and more.

Janam’s XT200 rugged mobile computer raises the bar with unmatched power and performance and  supercharges mobile worker productivity and efficiency. Contact Barcodes to see how Janam’s XT200 can empower your mobile workforce.

Distribution operations are complex, there are slim margins and fierce competition therefore leaving no room for error. A common issue that a company experiences is being charged fees for unreadable barcodes. The race to improve never end, Honeywell PX940 Industrial Printer with Integrated Label Verification takes barcode printing to a new level of accuracy and simplicity. With an integrated label verification feature, the PX940 provides customers with error-free precision printing, increasing production efficiency and reducing operational costs.

Eliminate fines that get issued for non-compliance to regulatory standards and returned shipments due to unreadable barcodes; the PX940 industrial barcode printer verifies barcodes that are 100% readable every time. The all-in-one printer will print labels and includes label verification technology to ensure barcodes are accurate and instantly notify the operator of pass/fail status and ANSI grade.

Ideal for transportation, logistics, pharmaceuticals, shipping, distribution centers, industrial manufacturing and more! With label verification technology and operational intelligence software, the PX940 industrial printer produces quality barcodes, predictive analytics, and a lower overall cost of ownership.

Features:

• Print Method: Thermal Transfer and Direct Thermal
• 3.5 inch color touch LCD
• Verification Mode: Pass/Fail and ANSI grades from 1-5
• Can verify as small as 10mils for 1D codes and 15mils for 2D codes
• All major 1D and 2D symbologies are supported
• Void bad barcodes and a new label is printed
• Internal Real Time Clock
• Media Type: Gap, black mark, tag, hole, notch, or continuous
• Interfaces: USB 2.0 Host (x2), USB 2.0 Device, Ethernet, RS-232, Bluetooth, and Static NFC tag

The PX940 printer takes industrial printing to a new level of accuracy and simplicity by providing customers with error-free precision printing, increasing production efficiency and reducing operational costs. Contact Barcodes and find out how the Honeywell PX940 Industrial Printer with Label Verification can help you eliminate the risk and costs of bad labels.

Electronic citation systems have earned high user satisfaction ratings from state highway patrol agencies, police departments, parking authorities and campus security organizations across the country. It has been well-proven to save time for officers, improve safety while issuing tickets, reduce errors and illegible tickets, and improve collection rates.

Elevate public safety with Brother PocketJet mobile printer. PocketJet mobile printing solution can print citations, tickets, and reports on the spot to reduce traffic stop duration, improve accuracy, and boost efficiency to eliminate illegible handwriting and error-prone manual data entry.

The PocketJet delivers essential benefits to the law enforcement team. It can reduce transcription errors and print various types of documents including:

• e-Citations
• Parking violations
• Accident reports
• Warrants
• Emergency instructions
• Inspection reports
• Warning and Violations notices

Easy to connect and simple to use, the PocketJet mobile printer can enhanced field efficiency delivering prints through Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirPrint, and MFi functionality.

Features:

• Direct thermal printing (don’t need ink and toner)
• High resolution 300 dpi thermal print technology
• Up to 8ppm (pages per min) print speed
• Up to 8.5″ printing on cut-sheet, continuous roll, or fanfold thermal printer paper

Brother PocketJet Models:

• PocketJet 723 (USB)
• PocketJet 762 (USB, Bluetooth)
• PocketJet 763 (USB, Bluetooth)
• PocketJet 763MFi (USB, Bluetooth, MFi)
• PocketJet 773 (USB, Wi-Fi, Airprint)

This portable printer can easily fit inside a vehicle, shoulder bag, or rugged carry cases for ultimate mobility. Select from a range of mounting options to fit in vehicle or to be used on the go. Designed and engineered for the rigors of public safety field work, the PocketJet printing solution is tough, fast, and reliable for daily use.

With mobile printing officers can improve citation accuracy and productivity where they can spend less time writing citations and more time spent on public safety. Contact Barcodes to see how the Brother PocketJet can help increase productivity, revenue, and public safety in the real world.