About This Webinar:

How to Select, Print, and Encode RFID Tags

Wednesday, August 3rd, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET

Presented By:

Chris Brown – RFID Subject Matter Expert at TSC Printronix Auto ID

Carlo Emanuele – Vice President and General Manager, Consumables at Barcodes Group

About the RFID Tag Webinar

IDTechEx forecast that 41.2 billion RAIN RFID tags will be sold in 2024, up from 15 billion just three years ago.

To enable you to track your assets with unprecedented accuracy, using the right tag will determine the success of an RFID implementation from the very beginning.

But how do you determine the encoding scheme to use at your organization, and the most appropriate tag or label to support this?

During this webinar, the following questions are answered:

• Why do you need to be concerned about encoding “good data” to RFID tags?
• How do you select an RFID tag that finds the optimal balance between size and read range?
• What role can a partner play in assisting with pre-printed/pre-encoded labels or providing solutions for your on-demand printing?

Watch the RFID Label Webinar

For an assessment of how RFID can improve your inventory accuracy and shipment verification process, please reach out to us at [email protected] or visit www.barcodesinc.com/solutions/learn-more-about-rfid/.

Zebra Technologies’ best-in-class fleet of mobile and industrial printers is now supported and managed by SOTI Connect. SOTI’s IoT management solution enables organizations in many sectors to manage, protect, and gain greater insight into all IoT devices across their operations.

Zebra and SOTI have worked together for years to develop and mutually test novel strategies for SOTI MobiControl to efficiently manage Zebra mobile computers. This entails supporting Zebra LifeGuard OTA, integrating Zebra secure remote control APIs, and allowing the quick conversion of Zebra devices to Androidâ„¢ Enterprise.

The Business Case for an IoT Device Management Solution

With improved Zebra printer administration offered by SOTI Connect, which is a component of the SOTI ONE Platform, a long-standing cooperation now becomes even stronger.

Many organizations rely on internal resources to manage IoT devices. Zebra also provides their own excellent mobile device management. Where SOTI Connect really shines is helping reduce total ownership costs.

The costs and time required to deploy, manage, support, secure, and update hundreds of devices quickly adds up. Hours of productivity lost when a printer goes down. Hundreds of thousands of dollars in data lost in a data breach. “Missing” devices. Troubleshooting firmware updates manually.

Discover how to effectively manage Zebra printers at scale in the video below.

Zebra Printer Management Is Easy With SOTI Connect

Take control and ensure your Zebra printers perform at their very best.

Quick Deployment

It doesn’t have to take hours or days to deploy and set your Zebra printers up. As soon as your Zebra printers are connected, customize them to match the specific requirements of your company and you’re done.

Better Visibility

Gather important information, like the state of the battery, the device’s temperature, memory consumption, data usage, and printing speed. Take action based on data to increase the efficiency and return on investment of your Zebra printers, whether they are located nearby or halfway across the world.

Protection from Data Breaches

60 percent of firms worldwide experience data loss due to printer security breaches. With one click, you can update firewall configurations and apply security updates on your Zebra printers at scale.

Automated Error Alerts

If a printer isn’t functioning properly, SOTI Connect automatically sends remediation steps to resolve issues as soon as possible. This cuts down on expensive downtime as well as the total cost of ownership for your fleet of Zebra printers.

Automatic Firmware and OS Upgrades

Zebra printers can automatically check for and apply firmware and operating system upgrades, freeing up your IT personnel to focus on more pressing problems.

For a closer look at everything on offer, download the SOTI Connect data sheet.

Which Zebra Printers Does SOTI Connect Support?

SOTI Connect is designed to handle several IoT protocols, making control Zebra mobile and industrial printer management easier than ever.

New Zebra printers are supported by SOTI Connect’s data-driven architecture as soon as they become live.

Zebra printers that SOTI Connect supports:

• ZQ310
• ZQ320
• ZQ511
• ZQ511R
• ZQ521
• ZQ521R
• ZQ610
• ZQ620
• ZQ630
• ZQ630R
• ZR318
• ZR328
• ZR658
• ZR668
• ZT411
• ZT421
• ZT510
• ZT610
• ZT620
• ZD421C
• ZD421D
• ZD421T
• ZD510
• ZD621D

If you’ve purchased any of these printers, contact us today to see just how much time and money SOTI Connect can save your organization.

You depend on Zebra for high-quality printers. With SOTI Connect, you make the very most of your investment on a single IoT platform.

About This Webinar:

RFID Cycle Counting: Increase Inventory Collection Speed at Lower Costs

Thursday, June 30^th, 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM ET

Presented By:

Matt Smith – SLS

Christopher Vassilos – Barcodes

Why RFID for Cycle Counting is Transformative

Most businesses today conduct inventory counts as part of their operations. Traditional means of collecting this data include tallying products on a count sheet or scanning barcodes off product labeling, both of which are time consuming and prone to error.

Using RFID technology for cycle counting reduces labor cost and automates the workflow. The result is greater accuracy, improved asset utilization, as well as reducing lost or out of inventory situations.

During this webinar, you will be shown the following:

• A demonstration of cycle counting using RFID technology in action
• An overview of the components of the SLS Mobile Solution
• Various scenarios of deployment, including the use of robotics

Watch the RFID Cycle Counting Webinar Recording

We hope to see you there! For an assessment of your company’s ROI potential with RFID, please reach out to us at [email protected] or visit Barcodes and SLS RFID Solutions.

Barcodes and Zebra teamed up to make it easier than ever for associates at Ulta stores to manage inventory while providing the very best beauty shopping experience. Watch the video and contact us to learn more.

The PXie Series of industrial printers from Honeywell are crafted to meet the needs of applications that must work all the time. These tough printers have advanced connectivity and network protocols, giving you peace of mind today and a reliable, scalable solution for the long term.

The durable, all-metal PXie printers work very well, printing up to 12 inches per second from the first label to the last. They also have features that cut down on downtime and maintenance costs.

Both the PX4ie and PX6ie have a resolution of 203 or 300 dpi, and the PX4ie also has a resolution of 406 dpi, which lets you print labels with great detail without slowing down. This is perfect for compliance labeling applications that need immediate results from constantly changing data inputs.

The smart design features of the PXie printers help increase productivity in tough environments. As Smart Printers, they can run stand-alone programs made with the Fingerprint and C# programming languages. This helps cut down on mistakes and speed up operational processes.

The device management and diagnostic features of the printers, which are available in web-based PrintSet Configuration Management and will soon be available in AirWatch®, SOTITM, and Operational Intelligence, reduce downtime and make deployment easier.

The magnetic QuickMountTM printhead makes it easy and quick to change printheads. Honeywell labels and other media are designed and tested with the PXie printers to make sure they work best when used with genuine Honeywell media.

Watch the PXie Series Printer in Action

Both the PX4ie and PX6ie barcode label printers are ready for anything. Additional benefits include:

• The small, modular architecture of the PXie printers simplifies their incorporation into automated labeling applications
• Smart Printers can eliminate the PC and directly operate other equipment (such as scanners, scales, and applicators), so increasing productivity and reducing infrastructure costs and complication
• With user-selectable, all-in-one printer command languages (DP/FP, IPL, ZSim, and DPL), the PXie printers allow rapid deployment and drop-in compatibility in mixed printer settings
• Every printer ships with Ethernet connectivity and IPv6 network protocol, ensuring business scalability over the long run. Multiple interface choices, including the most secure wireless communication, are available (WPA2)

For a full list of PXie Series Printer specifications, download the spec sheet.

Honeywell’s new industrial printer, the PD45S, is designed for manufacturing, retail, transportation & logistics, healthcare, and government applications.

The PD45S is equipped with standard features such as smart printing functionality, which allows users to customize and fine-tune settings without a host computer by running apps directly within the printer — minimizing the need to connect to a PC.

With Honeywell’s print platform that supports many print languages, the PD45S is a viable option to the market’s other printers.

Uniquely constructed with minimal internal mechanical components and an all-metal frame, PD45S is strong and long-lasting. This offers our printer a robust, compact, and streamlined appearance, making it suited for usage in a variety of environments and applications.

Users may easily monitor the state of the printer and its consumables via a large glass window. A side aperture facilitates loading of ribbon and paper. This is also where used liners may be collected and removed with ease.

The PD45S is powered by an 800MHz Arm Cortex-A7 processor, 128MB of RAM, and 128MB of DDR3 SDRAM. It has a sophisticated industrial print head that enables both direct thermal printing and thermal transfer printing.

Unique dual sensor positioning technology from Honeywell enables a dynamic positioning feature that guarantees a minimum label height of 5 mm and vertical position precision of 0.5 mm.

Two sets of adjustable pressure bars and two media guides provide correct paper feeding and prevent ribbon wrinkling and printing grime.

The print head may be simply swapped out and replaced due to its extremely ergonomic design. The front sensor that enables precise printing may also be simply removed to facilitate rubber roller cleaning and replacement. The PD45S supports numerous printer command languages, including FP/DP/IPL/ZPL/DPL, one-key driver installation, and simple Windows configuration.

The PD45S supports wireless network interface card, parallel interface card, labeling machine interface card, industrial GPIO, and serial interface card. Additionally, the PD45S comes with a variety of accessories. In addition, it incorporates assembly for peeling, rewinding, and cutting to accommodate a vast array of application scenarios.

See the PD45 Printer Video in Action

Why the PD45 Printer Works

The PD45 Printer from Honeywell is ideal for retail environments. Here are even more reasons we recommend the PDF45 for enhanced retail productivity:

• Rugged and durable
• Excellent print quality and label output at high speeds
• Accurate down to the millimeter, thanks to Dual Sensor Positioning
• Easy for anyone to operate

Download the PD45 spec sheet for a full list of specifications.

Webinar:

How the Right POS Solution Can Upgrade Your Customers’ Shopping or Dining Experience

Thursday, May 19th, 2:00 P.M. – 2:30 P.M. ET

Presented By:

John Mieli – Star Micronics

POS Solutions Can Elevate the Modern Customer Experience

Choosing the right POS application is critical to provide a modern customer experience. The solution has to offer the flexibility and reliability to ensure your business runs smoothly now and in the future.

The events from the past few years have brought changes and led to opportunities, including increased online ordering with most digital interactions happening in the cloud. Finding a POS solution based on your needs will allow you to thrive in this challenging, and at times unpredictable, environment. 

Watch the webinar to learn:

• Why complete POS systems and intuitive user experiences have become essential
• What steps to take to manage your devices from a single Cloud platform
• How a Star POS solution can work with different ordering systems and multiple channels

Watch the Full Star POS Webinar

From convenience stores to quick service restaurants and other retail environments — counter space is limited, bumps and spills may be an everyday occurrence, and the need for high customer satisfaction is always critical. 

Zebra Technologies is committed to supporting a variety of retail and point-of-sale needs.

Introducing Zebra’s DS9300 Series Barcode Scanner, the presentation scanner that fits anywhere, scans everything, and is built for all-day reliability.

Along with a sleek, modern design, the DS9300 is built to handle everyday drops, bumps and spills to keep you up and running.

When it comes to ease of use, the DS9300 outshines the competition with swipe speeds that are up to 50% faster than competitive scanners. With intelligent Document Capture, you can turn prescriptions, passports, checks and other A6 or smaller documents into clear easy-to-read electronic images. 

The DS9300 Series: A Compact Presentation Scanner with Big Functionality

The DS9300 scanner has a fit-everywhere modern design with a minimal footprint that’s ideal for trendy boutiques or convenience stores. Watch the video

The DS9300 Series enhances workforce efficiency with features including:

• Modern design with a near-zero footprint
• Scan it all — with virtually no exceptions
• Durable to resist drops, dust and spills 
• Plug-and-play instant deployment

Meet the barcode scanner that’s a step above the rest.

[Download the DS9300 Specification Sheet]

With style and limited space in mind, Zebra delivers industry-leading barcode scanners capable of hitting the mark for retail and point-of-sale needs. Contact us today to see how you can bring a new efficiency level to your workforce.

Webinar:

The Walmart Mandate: Tipping Point for RFID Adoption?

Thursday, May 12th, 2:00 P.M. – 2:30 P.M. ET

Presented By:

Todd Muscato – Barcodes Group

Ashley Burkle – Impinj

Ensure Your RFID Labels and Tags are Compliant Before September Deadline

After success using RFID for apparel, Walmart is expanding its RFID mandate to scores of additional products. Could it be a tipping point for RFID adoption in U.S. retail?

With heightened omnichannel demands and continued supply chain disruptions, retailers with inventory accuracy and visibility are thriving. How do you thrive instead of just survive with RFID in retail?

In this webinar, Barcodes and Impinj discuss the following:

• How RFID is helping big brand retailers adapt and thrive
• What retailers and their suppliers need to get started on their RFID journey
• How Barcodes can help with RFID solutions, including devices, software, tags, and support

Watch the Retail RFID Webinar Recording

Learn more about Barcodes’ Walmart RFID solutions, and contact us if you would like to have an exploratory discussion.

Webinar:

The Smart Warehouse

Thursday, April 20, 12 P.M. ET

Presented By:

Will Barnett – Barcodes Group

Jeff Lem – Portable Intelligence

John Wirthlin – Zebra Technologies

Ensure Your RFID Labels and Tags are Compliant Before September Deadline

There are many challenges facing warehouses today. An increase of growth and demand accompanied by a shortage of labor and supply chain instability have industry executives looking for new ways to help alleviate these issues. In this webinar, we’ll discuss warehousing trends and technology that help increase operational efficiency, including:

• The 5 Phases of Zebra’s Warehouse Maturity Model
• Strategies to reduce inventory levels
• Ways to improve your cycle counts and reduce inventory obsolescence  

Watch the Full Smart Warehouse Webinar

Let’s discuss technology upgrades in your warehouse and your business goals. The Smart Warehouse is much more attainable with trusted partners like Barcodes, Zebra, and Portable Intelligence.