When selecting new hardware, it is easy to focus on the big picture when making your decision. But there are often some smaller factors that deserve just as much attention. When reviewing the available barcode scanner options, it is important to consider many different aspects of the product, including things many shoppers can easily overlook: the warranty, build quality and ergonomics of the device.
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The bar industry remains a hyper-competitive market. Yesterday’s trendy bar is closed tomorrow. It is just as important as ever to continue to innovate and provide better experiences to ensure your bar remains the place for the locals to grab a drink and relax. While marketing and promotion remains vital to your bar’s success, you should also be looking to add technology that drives better customer interactions. Mobile point of sale (mPOS) is one technology that every bar owner should be familiarizing themselves with to remain competitive.
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The smartphone in your pocket is more powerful than the computers that we used in the past. There is no denying the ability technology has to make our lives better. This includes how technology operates within a business as well. Most businesses utilize the latest in technology to give them a competitive advantage. Mobile computers have been used in business for years but the types of devices and their abilities continue to change. They are more affordable, powerful, and capable of solving new problems than before.
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A few years ago, many businesses began to see the need for tablets and smartphone-sized devices to solve their professional needs. The only problem was that enterprise device manufacturers did not have products to fill the needs of the market. This is where app developers and consumer devices stepped in to fill the gap. iPads and Android tablets became an option for many seeking to add mobility to their business strategy. And as predicted, many manufacturers have responded and begun to make devices that better meet the needs of the market without taking away from the fact that consumer devices have also become prevalent.
Customers now have a wide range of enterprise and consumer devices from which to choose. This is great news because there is power when there are options, but it can also create confusion. So, if you’re feeling stumped, consider a few things when deciding if enterprise or consumer is best for your business.
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Companies are increasingly adopting radio frequency identification (RFID) to manage assets, control access, enhance security, and track product through the supply chain. For purposes such as these, RFID offers some serious advantages over traditional barcodes. One of the big differences between the two is that barcodes are line-of-sight technology. That is, a scanner has to “see” the barcode to read it, which means people usually have to orient the barcode toward a scanner for it to be read. RFID operates through radio frequency and only needs to be held near the receiver to be scanned. Because these technologies offer a quick and simple scanning solution, RFID is quickly replacing barcodes in many different verticals and tasks within companies. Consider the basic components and factors of RFID to help you determine which RFID solution is right for you.
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There are more and more options for hardware devices that can be used in a business environment. In the past, the only option was to select from a small handful of enterprise grade devices. Today, it is quite different. Not only are there more enterprise devices but many also consider consumer grade devices to meet their business needs. And at first glance, the lower cost consumer devices appear to bring a higher ROI. However, it is important to consider that up-front costs are just the tip of the iceburg - it's important to look at the total cost of ownership before making that final decision.
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While the POS system has many parts that are all crucial, the one that you will interact with the most is the touch screen. It allows the user to input information via the display rather than using a keyboard and mouse, resulting in more efficient customer interactions. Depending on your business, one touch screen option may be better than the others, so it is important to understand your choices before you make a decision.
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Advancements in technology occur daily – hourly in some cases. In this “microwave” society, we want information now and we want it to tell us as much as we can possibly absorb. A retailer is no different. The analytics of who is buying from you and what they are buying is more important now than ever. Allowing your point of sale system to provide you with useful information allows you to mold your business offering to goods and services that the public wants or needs.
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Over the past five years, Android has expediently become the global market leader in smartphone and tablet mobile operating systems. Its open-source platform has proven successful in attracting an abundance of hardware manufacturers and application developers. Google’s legion of partners has spurred innovation to produce a vast and varied selection of cellular phones and tablets. But what's coming next?
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The era of mobility is here, and it’s been slowly changing the way we do business for several years now. Mobile solutions are everywhere, and can be implemented in a variety of creative ways to help improve your business model and overall customer satisfaction. So, you want to start utilizing tablets to help drive your business, because you feel they will be a good investment. How can you get the most out of your buck, while still protecting your investment? Here’s why enclosures are the right move for you.
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