Amazon’s Alexa, Google Home, and other smart lifestyle devices are growing in popularity. As consumers become more and more comfortable with adding voice automation programs and services in their homes, these devices will likely continue to increase in presence. That comfort will then transfer to the industry after an increase in knowledge and a stronger social acceptance.
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The world is going paperless! We have heard that for years, and while the world hasn’t completely given up on paper yet, more and more of our lives have become digital. Smartphones have revolutionized the way people keep track of their lives. We are able to pay with our phones and keep our calendar in order. Additionally, it has changed the way people shop for goods. Digital coupons and rewards can be sent via email or text and then displayed in a web browser. Another other option is to have an app built for coupons and reward programs.
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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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Mobile computing technology is changing industries all over the world, and the warehouse and distribution industries are no exception to this. Mobility is a disrupting force that is relevant to most industries, and it’s important to embrace these technologies and their ability to enhance your business.
Now, with ruggedized mobility solutions, even the toughest industries can benefit from mobile technology. However, companies must keep a close eye on what they’re purchasing to ensure these devices will truly be worth the investment and improve the overall bottom line.
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The standard checkout lanes that many grew up going through are barely recognizable these days. There were no LED monitors, intricate conveyor systems, or even scanners in some cases. Now you have conveyor systems that take your groceries to different bagging stations, LED monitors that display the price and/or discount of each item purchased, and even scanners that require no human intervention in order to read the barcode; it will recognize the package instead of reading the barcode on the item.
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Technology is always changing, and with it comes new transitions and regulations that you can’t afford to miss out on. October 2020 marks the deadline for EMV conversion at gas stations across the country. And while that date seems far off, there are many reasons gas station owners shouldn't wait. This date does not force EMV processing capabilities on gas station terminals, but does signify the shift of financial liability to whichever party (banks, card issuers, or merchants) does not support the more secure (EMV) technology.
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Over the past 25 years, the barcode has been the primary tool to identify goods in supply chain. Barcodes have evolved and taken different forms, and have been improved since their original conception. However today’s technology market now offers a good rival option in RFID.
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