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Eliminating the constraints of complicated supply chain operations, direct store delivery (DSD) holds the capacity of enhancing your customer’s experience by increasing inventory availability. However, if done inadequately, your DSD system can drain profits while directing customers to shop elsewhere. To certify deliveries are completed within a timely fashion, your teams require a new level of reliable connectivity that focuses on:

• Preserving open communication channels amongst the whole supply chain
• Adapting to new challenging environments without losing functionality
• Expanding device availability to accommodate your workforce
• Meeting demands without straining budgets

As DSD operations continue to grow nationwide, Barcodes, Inc. enhances the components of a superior field service solution -reliability, connectivity, and speed.  

Implementing a new device is just the starting point

Maximizing operational efficiency for over a decade, Barcodes, Inc. knows well there is more to efficiency than just a device. That’s why we work closely with your team to integrate complete end-to-end solutions built with next generation technology such as Zebra’s TC75X touch-computers. In addition to a high-performing device, empower your field teams with:

• Tailored software that fits their workflow
• Flexible and fast cellular service
• TrueSupport
• Remote mobile device management
• Spare pool management and timely repairs to expand device availability

Learn more our Direct Store Shipping solution in our video below

Contact us today for a free demonstration and stay ahead of change with the leaders in seamless integration.

June 25th at 11:30AM (Central Time U.S. and Canada)

The modern warehouse is changing, and Barcodes, Inc. is equipping you with HUD technology — the next-generation hands free solution, perfected for efficient productivity.

Stay ahead of change when you join us on June 25th as we navigate through the modern warehouse with the exclusive benefits of hands-free technology. Get leading insight from automation experts, plus get entered for a chance to win a $200 Amazon gift card when you attend.

Benefits of Hands-Free Technology:

• Higher data capture accuracy rates & faster processing speed to increase throughput
• Accelerated onboarding and training
• 15% more productivity per worker
• Greater actionable intelligence that leads to data-driven decisions

Presented By:

Andrew Pierce – Senior Product Manager, Zebra Technologies

Patrick Finn – Vice President – U.S. Field Sales, Barcodes Group

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Coming in behind heart disease and cancer, medication administration errors stand as the third leading cause of death in the U.S., eventually leading to recurrent relabeling efforts and strict compliance guidelines. On the hospital floor, staff is encouraged to verify the Five Rights to prevent errors before they occur.

• Right Patient
• Right Drug
• Right Time
• Right Dose
• Right Form

However, with the large influx of patients and current hospital overcrowding issues, manual verification can be overwhelming, contributing to an average of 100,000^[1] medication administration errors reported to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) per year. With the correct technology and expertise, Barcodes Inc. equips your staff with medication administration solutions designed to overcome one of healthcare’s toughest challenges. See how we can help:

Protect the Five Rights to Protect Your Patients

Working alongside Zebra Technologies and your IT team, Barcodes Inc. maximizes visibility and data capture accuracy to accelerate verification without compromising patient safety. From carefully tailored data capture software to on-site deployment and support, choose a medication administration solution that safeguards care quality with:

• Intelligent mobility provided through Zebra’s CS4070-HC scanner
• Streamlined data sharing from the bedside to your workstation
• Hot-swappable battery power that outlast your longest shifts
• Managed device spare pool that maximizes productivity and availability
• Customized wristbands and labels that remain legible even in the toughest conditions
• Barcodes, Inc. TrueSupport to help support your Zebra devices

Contact us today to for a free assessment of your medication administration system.

^[1]  U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Working to Reduce Medication Errors. Aug 23, 2019.  

Studies suggest specimen collection can influence up to 70%^[1] of treatment plans and medical decisions. However, even the most accurate specimen will fail to do good if matched with the wrong patient. With over seven billion specimens collected per year, the average 1:300 error rate can be detrimental to both patient health and healthcare efficiency. To mitigate specimen collection error, healthcare specialists recommend tracking three common risks hiding in your hospital:

• Poor staff communication channels – Efficient care relies on committed collaboration between staff. Conducting on-site assessment and project management services, Barcodes, Inc. works with you to implement secured communication channels and specimen labeling that’s compliant with HIPAA standards.
• Complicated data collection software – Complex software can erase manual data entry but not its errors. Designing tailored software that fits your workflow, Barcodes, Inc simplifies data collection and sharing.
• Unclear specimen visibility – As specimens are re-labeled throughout the lab, Barcodes Inc. simplifies specimen processing with Zebra’s DS8100 healthcare-grade scanner to accelerate streamlined data capture, maximizing overall visibility. Learn more about it in our video below:

Why Zebra Scanners?

To reduce risk potential, our technicians strive to match your crucial operations with easy-to-use technologies. Ushering in adaptable efficiency, Zebra’s DS8100 healthcare scanners can help you enhance the patient experience with:

• Intelligent data capture that scans even the most problematic labels
• Disinfectant-ready housing that prevents germ spread
• Night-mode’s vibrational feedback for quiet data capture
• Wi-Fi friendly connectivity for uninterrupted Bluetooth networking
• ●      Barcodes, Inc. has a TrueSupport offering for Zebra scanners

Get a free demonstration today when you contact us to start enhancing your specimen collection system.

^[1] Rasanen, Mikko. Specimen Tracking Systems: Tracking Samples Helps Reduce Misdiagnosis. Leica Biosystems.

With so many advances in technology, it seems surprising that many warehouses and distribution centers nationwide still rely on paper-based systems. Slow and error-prone, manual data entry can give you a skewed perception of your inventory, resulting in missed deadlines, lost customers, and higher operational costs. On the flip side, modernized inventory systems boost productivity by integrating:

• Seamless data capture and sharing
• Real-time tracking
• Adaptable software that grows with your workforce
• Proactive repair and replacement services that preserve uptime

Working alongside leading manufacturers like Zebra Technologies, our mobility specialists are ready to help you elevate your inventory management solution with unprecedented visibility that enhances your competitive edge.

Maximized accuracy, productivity, and support – all in one solution.

When it comes to enhancing inventory visibility, Barcodes, Inc. works with your team to build a fully customized solution with durable devices, such as Zebra’s TC72 and TC77. 

See how Barcodes, Inc. unlocks the future of inventory management with Zebra’s most rugged touch-computer – the TC72/77.

Experience the ease of efficient inventory management when you contact us today for a free assessment of your current workflow.

How Have Pharmacies Been Impacted in the Age of Social Distancing?

The rise of the current health crisis has many pharmacies feeling the increased pressure to continue to operate while keeping their customers and employees safe. Furthermore, many pharmacies have limited their in-store traffic, closed stores altogether and restricted prescription pickup to drive-thru and curbside only. Pharmacies are delivering essential goods and services in an efficient manner. Whether it be in-store, drive-thru or curbside, pharmacies are looking to reduce the exchange of personal items such as insurance cards, ID cards, loyalty cards and digital coupons and the time customers spend waiting in line. Pharmacies are now accelerating their evaluation and deployment of dedicated secondary scanning devices.

How Can Barcodes, Inc. and Honeywell Deploy a Safe Pharmacy Solution?

Honeywell’s lineup of barcode scanners offer a safer alternative, while allowing for increased productivity. Their ability to accurately read 1D and 2D barcodes the first time eliminates wasted seconds from every transaction, while minimizing unnecessary contact, and allowing for

servicing of more customers. Honeywell’s barcode scanners are simple to integrate with existing IT infrastructure, shortening ramp up times and getting critical tech in place to meet today’s demand. Couple your hardware solution with Barcodes, Inc.’s TrueSupport to get the best service from a expert staff.

The Honeywell Xenon Extreme Performance (XP) 1952h is a reliable handheld healthcare barcode scanner with disinfectant-ready plastics that withstands the effects harsh cleaning agents while minimizing the spread of infectious diseases.

Meanwhile, the Honeywell Genesis 7580g hands-free presentation scanner is ideal for a retail point of sale counter environment where the customer can experience a contactless payment and mobile couponing experience.

Contact us today for a free assessment and see if your pharmacy is equipped to handle the age of social distancing to keep your customers and staff safe.

Barcodes, Inc. was recently included in My Tech Mag’s list of Top 20 Retail Tech Solution Providers of 2020, which recognized companies who offer creative solutions to retailers, helping them perform better, faster, and more efficiently. The Top 20 list was included in My Tech Mag’s April issue and featured an in-depth profile highlighting the strengths of each company.

The profile covering Barcodes, Inc. showed the company’s longevity and evolution within the AIDC industry, from their founding in 1994 to now providing over 70 product categories on the industry’s leading ecommerce website. President and CEO of Barcodes Group, Dan Nettesheim, said “Barcodes, Inc. has served tens of thousands of retail customers over the past 25+ years. Our solutions and services have evolved and will continue to evolve as our retail customers’ requirements change.”

Barcodes, Inc. provides barcodes scanners, receipt printers, payment terminals, touchscreens, and RFID equipment to retailers and is “equipped to deliver Android migration, AWS, warehouse management, point of sale, and other software and integration solutions,” My Tech Mag stated. Additionally, Barcodes, Inc. provides support services for pre-sale, deployment, and post-sale. A recent customer project included in the Top 20 article explained how Barcodes, Inc. worked with a leading adjustable air-supported sleep systems manufacturer to provide payment terminals, staging, kitting, and installation services for their 550 retail stores. BarcodesEdge, the professional services division of Barcodes, Inc. managed the implementation and now provides ongoing services for this client. My Tech Mag highlighted how the Design, Deploy, Support approach used by BarcodesEdge allows Barcodes, Inc. to provide more complete service to customers and will be a focus for the company as they continue to grow.

To read more check out the article on My Tech Mag

Does your retail store or business need a dependable, lightweight barcode scanner? AirTrack barcode scanners like the SP1, SP2, and SP1-C models are compact enough to take anywhere and easily connect to your iOS or Android smartphone, tablet or computer via Bluetooth.

Useful for POS in retail and hospitality, inventory control, gift registries, proof-of-delivery, field service accounting, and more, these powerful pocket-sized AirTrack barcode scanners make it easy to quickly and easily scan products all day long.

AirTrack SP1 Barcode Scanner

This pocket-sized scanner easily reads 1D barcodes, even when printed on worn or dirty labels.

• Scans 1D barcodes
• Compact, pocket-sized scanner for easy use
• Batch mode scans 100,000 barcodes
• Bluetooth connectivity

Shop the AirTrack SP1 barcode scanner.

AirTrack SP2 Barcode Scanner

Designed for 1D and 2D barcodes, this small scanner easily scans digital screens and dirty or worn labels.

• Scans 1D & 2D barcodes
• Compact, pocket-sized scanner for easy use
• Batch mode scans 100,000 barcodes
• Bluetooth connectivity

Shop the AirTrack SP2 barcode scanner.

AirTrack SP1-C Barcode Scanner

The smallest size barcode scanner in its class, this AirTrack scanner is extremely lightweight and comfortable to use.

• Scans 1D barcodes
• Extremely small size, weighs one ounce
• Batch mode scans 20,000 barcodes
• Bluetooth connectivity

If you need durable, reliable mobile computers so your team can stay connected, consider the BARTEC TC 75ex series. These powerful mobile computers with user-friendly Android OS are easy to use and give you flexibility for remote work out in the field.

BARTEC, the world market leader in explosion protection, designed these mobile computers to withstand daily use in even the most demanding environments – including use around flammable liquids, gases, and dust at oil, gas, and chemical sites.

BARTEC TC 75ex Key Features

• Extremely rugged design for outdoor use
• IP64 rated protection class
• 4G LTE support for wireless connection
• Class 1 Div.2 certified for potentially explosive atmospheres
• Integrated cameras – front is 1.3 MP & back is 13 MP
• Easily exchangeable batteries so no down time
• Integrated barcode scanner for 1D & 2D barcodes
• Large touch screen also works with stylus
• User-friendly Android operating system
• Push-to-Talk communication

Shop the BARTEC TC 75ex series rugged mobile computers on Barcodes, Inc. today.

Keep up with busy manufacturing and warehouses with the Citizen CL-S700 industrial printer, ideal for use in applications including supply chain, inventory control, asset tracking, packaging, and ticketing.

Why Choose the CL-S700 for Large-Volume Printing?

The Citizen CL-S700 industrial printer is designed for ease of use and durability so you can rely on it to keep working even with high print volumes.

A large LCD screen on the front is programmable for your organization’s needs. Unique to printers in this category, the front-loading rewinder option makes it easier to access along with a Hi-Lift metal mechanism that opens the printer so you can access the ribbon and media.

The CL-S700 can print a number of 1D and 2D barcode types and has seven kinds of fonts and works with a wide range of media types for flexibility:

• Roll or fanfold
• Continuous or perforated
• Die-cut labels
• Tags
• Tickets

The CL-S700 works with wax, wax-resin, or resin ribbons and can print up to 10” per second.

Shop the Citizen CL-S700 printer or CL-S700DT direct thermal model on Barcodes, Inc.