Whether you are working in retail, logistics, or in a warehouse, if you have a Windows operating device chances are you are looking into an upgrade. Beginning 2018 through 2020, Microsoft is phasing out support for their Windows Embedded Operating System that you find on many Windows-based devices. Check out the exact timeline here. Any business that is currently using devices with Windows CE or Windows Embedded Handheld should start looking into an alternate operating system to future proof your investment.

Top enterprises have already been adopting Android operating system in their devices from handhelds to rugged devices for the warehouse. Some of the popular and in use devices today are running Android operating system already. Check out the Honeywell mobile computers below and see how it can accelerate your workflow to increase efficiency and productivity. These devices are all unified by the Mobility Edge Platform which can accelerate deployments, optimize business performance, extend lifecycle, and strengthen security to deliver better mobile solutions across your business.

Empower Store Associates with the Honeywell Dolphin CT40 Mobile Computer

Designed for retail store associates and high mobile workers to improve productivity and deliver a seamless customer experience throughout the day.

Features:

• Enhanced data capturing for both 1D and 2D barcodes
• Android 7.1.1 Nougat operating system
• Fast Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, and Bluetooth connectivity
• Bright 5-inch  Gorilla Glass touchscreen
• Rugged, IP64 rating

Great Performance and Future Proofing with the Honeywell Dolphin CT60 Mobile Computer

Rugged, built to deploy easily in the field for logistic and delivery tasks to stay up to date over a long- life span.

Features:

• Cutting edge 1D and 2D barcode scanning capabilities
• Android 7.1.1 Nougat operating system
• Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, and Bluetooth connectivity
• 4.7-inch Corning Gorilla Glass touchscreen
• Rugged designed with IP65 & IP67 rating
• Small, portable, and lightweight design easy to carry
• Withstands 5 foot drop to concrete

Accelerate and Achieve High Performance with the Honeywell Dolphin CN80 Mobile Computer

Improve speed and accuracy of operations in your warehouse while future proofing for the future.

Features:

• Enhanced 1D and 2D barcode data capture
• Android 7.1 Nougat operating system
• Wi-Fi, 4G LTE, and Bluetooth connectivity
• Read range from 6 inches to 50 feet (required in today’s warehouses)
• Ultra rugged construction at IP 65/ IP67 rating
• With cold storage and non- incendive options
• 4.2 inch touch display and keypad

With Microsoft phasing out support for its mobile operating systems and the sunset of 3G networks in effect, there has never been a better time to migrate onto the Mobility Edge Platform. Boost your Mobility Revenue now with Honeywell.  Contact Barcodes now to learn how the Dolphin CT40, CT60, and CN80 can help improve your operations. For a limited time, you can earn an instant rebate when you upgrade to a Honeywell’s Android- Powered mobile devices. Call or email us and find out how!

We are showcasing our latest distribution and supply chain equipment and solutions at ProMat! Find your WOW, discover the latest solution to move your business forward. Join us from April 8-11th at Chicago’s McCormick Place to learn all the latest ideas and solutions to drive efficiency and productivity in your workforce. Learn how we can help design, deploy and support your automated supply chain.  Visit us at Booth #N6756 and book a meeting and we’ll reserve a giveaway just for you! (while supplies last). Book a meeting with us here.

Apply the power of RFID (Radio frequency identification) in your retail environment! RFID technology goes beyond barcode scanning. It automates data collection without the risk of human error. With an RFID handheld scanner, you can read tags simultaneously and without direct line of sight increasing efficiency and productivity in a store.

All RFID tags within range can be tracked and located immediately to ensure the correct location from supply chain to on the floor. Retailers can have access to product information, item location, availability, item level tracking, stock maintenance to ensure greater efficiency and sufficient supply level to meet consumer demand.

Introducing the Alien ALR-S350 Sled RFID handheld reader, it is an robust, simple, cost effective RFID reader that is designed for all day use. Supports Apple iOS or Google Android via smart device you will be able to gain the flexibility and accuracy you need on the retail floor. Unlike competitive sled units, the Alien ALR-S350 RFID reader comes with everything required to begin to use, the kit comes with charging kit, cradle dock, and micro USB cable. All the user need is the smart phone or tablet device to bring visible information on the go.

Features:

• Capable of scanning 1D and 2D barcodes (QR codes)
• Reads up to 200 tags per second
• 3 LEDs and buzzer for user feedback
• Supports Apple iOS and Google Android Devices
• Robust Design IP54 feat Quadlock for phone mounting
• Bluetooth 4.2 connectivity for simple smart device pairing
• Up to 24 hours of intensive use- long battery life

Manually scanning barcodes or counting products is time extensive, employees must move aisle to aisle, locating items individually. With RFID scanners, workers can read tags as far as 20 feet away and at hundreds of tags per second. Contact Barcodes to learn more about how the Alien ALR-S350 Sled RFID reader can help you to increase accuracy and gain more visibility in your data collection.

Don’t let your tools or assets be a reason why you’re losing cost in your operations. Reduce operating costs, find out how you can manage your inventory, assets, and tools with Gigatrak. With real- time information, asset trails, notifications, and accessibility on inventory and tools information from any computer. Easy check in and check out equipment or locations with a simple scan. Come join us in a free webinar with Gigatrack, where you will learn how managing your tool assets can help you reduce operating costs and protect your investment. Register here:

Tuesday, March 26th at 11-11:30AM CST Presented by: Arnie Hetzel- Director of Sales and Marketing, Gigatrak Christie Bemis- Sales Lead, Gigatrak Lorna Malja- Marketing Manager, Barcodes

Don’t just track it, Gigatrak it!

In modern warehouses, manufacturing and freight facilities, there’s no room for any downtime in your operations. You need to keep products and materials moving. Honeywell’s new Thor VM1A vehicle mounted computer can help keep forklift operators locate and move products quickly and efficiently throughout your facility.

Built on Honeywell’s Mobility Edge platform, the Android based Thor VM1A is designed to have an extended product lifecycle, minimizes downtime, and deliver a lower total cost of ownership. Engineered with many of the same easy to use and maintain features of the popular Thor VM1 and CV41 models of vehicle mobile computers, the new VM1A drives an integrated approach to assist with deployment, performance, and the life cycle of your device.

The Smart Dock feature enables users to quickly shift vehicle- mounted computers between vehicles without touching of the cabling, to maximize efficiency and uptime. Built for challenging environments, the field replaceable front panel allows staff by quickly swap out to fix any touchscreen or keyboard failures instead of swapping out the whole device. It saves valuable time and maintenance costs by leveraging in- house staff to service touchscreen or keyboard failures. The Thor VM1A is also forward compatible with support from Android O to Android R,and features extended security update support for up to two years to future proof and maximize investment.

Features:

• Processor: 2.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 660 octa-core
• Operating System: Android 8 (Oreo), upgradable through Android R
• 8 inch display with full 64-key QWERTY keyboard with number pad
• WLAN and Bluetooth connectivity
• IP 66 seals out moisture and particle intrusion
• Smart Dock enables mounting and removal in seconds
• Field replaceable front panel to quicken repair turn around
• Ignition control feature that helps manage power, saving start up time and extend vehicle battery life.
• Optional screen defroster for cold storage option and freezer environment

With the mobile solutions ever changing, the Honeywell VM1A vehicle mounted mobile computer delivers advancements in managing operations in the most demanding environments. Get your supply chain up to speed, improve productivity, decrease downtime, and maximize your return on investment. Contact us if you have any questions or would like to learn how the VM1A can help you enhance your daily operations.

Turn your touch computer into a handheld RFID reader with the new Janam RFID sled for the XT2 Series! With the high-performance UHF RFID sled for the XT2 series touch computers you can snap it on and turn your mobile device into a RFID reader.

It has been proven that RFID can identify opportunities in a warehouse to enhance day to day operations. Workers can walk through the warehouse with Janam’s XT2 with RFID reader and be able to read multiple tags simultaneously from 22 feet away. That means they can scan an pallet of goods in a few seconds creating greater efficiency and productivity in the workforce.

Using RFID can improve inventory control along with eliminating errors and inaccuracies. RFID allows you to capture real-time inventory data which allows real time visibility of what materials are on the floor immediately in a fraction of the time it takes to capture data through bar code scanning.

Features:

• Powerful UHF RFID technology for tag writing and locationing
• Reads EPC Global Gen2 ISO 18000-6C RFID tags
• Own 3350mAh battery to ensure full shift power and eliminate downtime
• Lightest UHF RFID sled in its class
• Able to read a tag from more than 22 feet away

Watch the video below and see how the Janam’s XT2 Series and along with the new RFID sled can bring you more efficiency and visibility in your supply chain.

Contact us if you have any questions into improving your operational efficiency and decrease downtime in your workforce.

 

Last Chance to register with us on this free webinar on transforming retail with RFID! With the highly- competitive retail landscape, today’s retailers must tackle many challenges in the era of industry transformation. Customer are expecting more when they enter a retail store, so how do you stay ahead? Register for our webinar to learn more about how can you transform retail with RFID.

With the growth of e-commerce, it has become evident that inventory visibility and accuracy is more important than ever.  Consumers will want the most easiest path to purchase what they want and receive it quickly. An inventory system needs to provide retailers most efficient way to fulfill consumers orders. Join Barcodes and Zebra to learn about the current trends and the way that RFID is making a difference today! If you have any questions feel free to give us a call at 866-751-5063!

Transforming Retail with RFID
Thursday, January 24 from 11-11:30 AM CST

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Today’s convenience stores (c-store) customers are interested in more than just a “get in and get out” experience. They expect a wide product selection that includes their preferred brand, comptetitive pricing, friendly service, and fresh food options. As a result, retailers are seeking mobile technology solutions that can help them create a fast, convenient, and high- value shopping experience while also manage basics like cleanliness, associate helpfulness, and merchandising.

Mobile Solutions includes:

Scanners- to take performance and simplicity to the next level to increase cashier’s productivity and POS throughput for a better shopping experience.

Mobile Computers and Tablets- to give associates an effective scanning handheld mobile computer to check inventory or managed price with efficiency around the store or on the go.

Label/ Receipt Printers– enables associates to keep up to date prices on the shelves by quickly printing them from the sales floor and be able to print sales receipts for sales during busy checkouts.

Staff Enablement- Gain end- to- end efficiencies across your operations that can improve productivity and communication between store front and back.

Recognizing that technology is reshaping the c-store experience, Barcodes and Zebra can help you provide visibility in every corner of your operations- from tracking inventory to speeding up the checkout process- to generate insights that can increase performance and customer satisfaction.

Check out the products below to see how you can leverage the power of technology for nearly every task. Contact our product specialists if you have any questions or want a mobile solution for your store.

Challenge: Companies need to know their assets and product availability in order to maintain oversight in investments, risk, delivery, and value. With business environments getting extremely competitive, the need for asset and inventory management is also growing. The real-time data gathered steers decisions that needs to be made in the different industries.

Solution: Equip your workers with the Janam’s XT100 to better execute warehouse operations, inventory management, and employee communications. A rugged Android- Based mobile computer, that can run a line of business applications in the palm of worker’s hand. It is familiar smartphone device and operating system that reduce training time and drive productivity gains.

Why the Janam XT100?
Its power, performance, and price advantage can yield the maximum return on investment. The XT100 can address the most demanding data capturing requirements with 2D barcode scanning, rear- and- front cameras, NFC, and RFID reading capabilities for asset or inventory tracking tasks.

Features:

• Sleek but rugged smartphone design (IP65 and withstand 4ft drops)
• Android 6 operating system
• 4.3 inch touch screen with Gorilla Glass 3
• Advanced 2D barcode scanning
• RFID and NFC capabilities
• Superior voice and data
• Google Mobile Services Certification
• Removable and Rechargeable Battery

Watch the video to see how the XT100 can reduce down time and drive productivity in your workforce! Place an order today and you can enjoy free 2-day shipping on all orders over $250 made online with the code THANKS!*

Contact our professional solution providers if you have any questions regarding the device or need help to implement an asset tracking or inventory management solution.

*Enjoy free 2-day shipping on all orders over $250 made online only at Barcodesinc.com through November 9, 2018 at 11:59 pm CST. Offer cannot be combined with other promotions or discounts. Offer valid on web pricing only. Offer valid in the US only. This offer is not valid on international orders. One time use only. Certain product exclusions apply on supplies (ribbons/labels) and cash drawers.

Challenge: Grocery chains today struggle to find a way to attract customers to visit the store. With the grocery shopping platform expanding into cyberspace through websites and mobile apps, customers have so many choices in when and where to shop for their products. Retailers need to raise the experience and stand out from its competitors and deliver a personalized shopping experience to their customers to increase in- store shoppers.

Solution: Janam’s XM75 can build the bridge between the gaps of mobile and in-store shopping by capturing and providing the data that you need to generate a personalized experience for your customers.

Why Janam’s XM75?

It can help deliver the complete experience to the retailer and consumer.

For retailer employees:

• To scan all your inventory needs and keep track of what comes in and out
• Communicate with fellow employees
• Change prices
• Pocketable with long battery life to boost productivity
• Accessible to applications

For consumers:

• Help customers locate items
• Engage customers with product information, launches, and promotions
• Simplify the checkout process
• Capture data during in-store interactions

The Janam’s XM75 can bring innovation to the retail and grocery space to better execute inventory management, employee communications, and customer service. To increase customer satisfaction and retention, which can help change and transform your business in order to meet the demands of the consumers.

Watch the video below and learn about the features of the XM75 and see how it can boost your grocery-chain operations. Feel free to reach out to our dedicated account managers if you have any questions or for a solution that works best for you.