Both customers and business owners have become more and more interested in self-service kiosks. Reduced wait times and increased user control are two factors in favor of kiosks. Touch Dynamic Pavilion Kiosks are a shining example of self-serve kiosks done well.

Kiosks are flexible machines that can be used in many different ways. They can be used to check out at restaurants and stores, as well as to check in at airports, hotels, and doctors’ offices.

Every business has different needs, but they can all benefit from adding wall-mounted kiosks to their tech offerings.

Quick Service Restaurant Kiosk Use

A booth wall mount is good for restaurants because it can bring in more customers and help them spend more money. Kiosk users place more orders, which raises the average amount they spend by 12–20% or even 30%.

One reason is that the booth is always offering deals, bundles, and extras. Others point out the visuals are easy to navigate and allow customers to visually confirm their order details without being rushed.

Kiosk meals can show more information about the food and how it affects your diet than options on paper or boards. Customers with special dietary needs can check ingredients with ease.

Another reason for a wall kiosk: orders go straight from the customer to the cook. This improves order accuracy and order queue speeds. And the kitchen knows exactly where the items are going for handoff to customer.

Touchscreen Kiosks for In-Store

Kiosks display pricing information, product details, in-store location, and even availability at nearby stores. This frees up valuable associate resources to deliver an exceptional, personalized experience.

Like restaurants, stores can have self-service checkouts with booth wall mounts. Customers can avoid waiting in long lines, and they have more control over how they shop.

Self-checkout is more handy and easy to use, so customers who don’t want to wait in long lines are less likely to leave their carts behind.

Wall-mounted screens can also be a great way to save space in small rooms. Since they are fixed on the wall, all you have to do is give customers a place to put their purchases.

No need to worry about giving the units more floor or counter room. Instead of putting checkout equipment on the bar, the wall mount makes room for things like displays of seasonal goods and “impulse buys,” which bring in more money.

Family Fun and Attractions Need Kiosks, Too

Bowling alleys, skating rinks, amusement parks, and indoor fun centers install wall-mount kiosks:

• Faster check-in and ticketing processes
• Fewer long lines
• Improved workflow for employees

Places to eat, gift shops, photo booths, and equipment/gear rental benefit from self-service kiosks as well.

Last but not least, wall-mounted booths can also show digital signs. They can show information about events, location rules and laws, and ads. Again, the wall mount makes more room on the floor for souvenirs and merchandise.

It’s Time to Read the (Digital) Signs

No matter what industry you’re in, adding wall-mounted kiosks will help you make customers happier, make more money, cut down on wait times, re-assign workers (which will save you money on labor costs), and ease operations.

Thrill your customers so much that they return again and again. That’s the power of the kiosk. Contact us for a self-service kiosk project assessment.

Barcodes, Inc. recently launched its AMR portfolio to cater to a wide range of applications, from warehousing fulfillment to manufacturing, providing businesses with intelligent automation that’s easy to implement and delivers rapid ROI.

A new partnership with SVT Robotics now provides customers with faster deployment and lessens the complexity that’s often involved in automation and robotics deployments.

“Fast and seamless integration with our new AMR platform is a key element in our ability to deploy the robots quickly and with better throughput and scalability,” says Daniel Nettesheim, President and CEO of Barcodes Group. “SVT’s expertise in rapid robotics integration will help us deliver even faster ROI for our customers and ease the strain on labor that’s affecting companies across the supply chain.”

SVT Robotics’ tech-agnostic, low-code SOFTBOT Platform enables companies to integrate any robot, automation, IoT device, or human productivity tool for any task in just days or weeks.

“The connectivity from the SOFTBOT Platform to Barcodes Group’s technology will enable warehouses to fully integrate AMRs in very short period of time,” said A.K. Schultz, CEO of SVT Robotics. “With automation becoming more important to supply chain as a whole, the ability to deploy quickly and optimize productivity is a game changer in the industry.”

The partnership shortens AMR integration time and reduces the complexity of traditional integration methods.

Read the full press release below.

CHICAGO, March 16, 2023 — Barcodes Group, whose end-to-end technology solutions improve mobility, visibility, and automation, and SVT Robotics, a leader in enterprise software for the rapid deployment of robotics, have joined forces to accelerate the integration of Barcodes Group’s AMR portfolio within manufacturing and fulfillment warehouses. The partnership will provide customers of Barcodes Group faster deployment and lessen the complexity that’s often involved in automation and robotics deployments.

“Fast and seamless integration with our new AMR platform is a key element in our ability to deploy the robots quickly and with better throughput and scalability,” said Daniel Nettesheim, President and CEO of Barcodes Group. “SVT’s expertise in rapid robotics integration will help us deliver even faster ROI for our customers and ease the strain on labor that’s affecting companies across the supply chain.”

“The connectivity from the SOFTBOT Platform to Barcodes Group’s technology will enable warehouses to fully integrate AMRs in very short period of time,” said A.K. Schultz, CEO of SVT Robotics. “With automation becoming more important to supply chain as a whole, the ability to deploy quickly and optimize productivity is a game changer in the industry.

Barcodes Group recently launched its AMR portfolio to cater to a wide range of applications, from warehousing fulfillment to manufacturing, providing businesses with intelligent automation that’s easy to implement and delivers rapid ROI.

SVT’s SOFTBOT Platform empowers supply chain organizations to design and integrate across a wide spectrum of automation options. The result of SVT and Barcodes Group joining forces is warehouse operations powered by use case-driven workflows and end-to-end automation functionality using today’s most innovative technologies.

About Barcodes Group

Barcodes Group provides end-to-end technology solutions that improve mobility, visibility, and automation for organizations across the globe. With 25+ years of experience and partnerships with leading technology manufacturers, Barcodes Group delivers exceptional products, software, and services to help businesses navigate a world in motion. Key technology platforms include enterprise mobility, automated vision and labeling, RFID, warehouse robotics, access control systems, and more.

About SVT Robotics 

SVT Robotics is an enterprise software company that’s revolutionizing robot deployments in the warehousing and manufacturing industries. SVT’s tech-agnostic, low-code SOFTBOT Platform enables companies to integrate any robot, automation, IoT device, or human productivity tool for any task in just days or weeks.

The NLS-N7 from Newland is a uniquely designed mobile computer, perfect for industrial use in logistics, manufacturing, and other demanding high-volume commercial environments.

With its ergonomic pistol grip, IP65 protection grade, and ability to withstand 1.8m free falls to concrete twice, the N7 is built for durability.

The device operates on the Qualcomm platform with an Octa-core, 1.8GHz primary frequency, and Android 10.0 OS, ensuring faster data processing and seamless operation.

It features a world-class 1D laser scan engine and 2D CMOS scan engine, enabling medium-distance scanning. Additionally, the NLS-N7 supports 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 5G bands, providing quicker transmission rates and stronger Wi-Fi roaming capabilities.

Key Benefits of the NLS-N7 Mobile Computer

The following are the primary benefits of a Newland mobile computer:

1. Rugged and long-lasting design: The ergonomic pistol grip and IP65 protection rating of the N7 make it excellent for industrial situations such as warehouses and logistics. It is exceptionally durable under harsh working conditions and can endure a 1.8 m free fall to concrete thrice.
2. Faster data processing: The Octa-core Qualcomm platform, Android 10.0 operating system, and 1.8GHz primary frequency of the N7 allow for faster data processing and more streamlined operation, enhancing productivity and efficiency.
3. Outstanding scanning capabilities: 1D laser and 2D CMOS scanning is optimal for medium-distance scanning in industrial environments.
4. Better Wi-Fi connectivity: The device supports 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 5G bands, allowing for quicker transmission rates and real-time data access.

For a full list of capabilities, download the N7 spec sheet.

The Newland N7 mobile computer, which improves productivity, data accuracy, and operational efficiency, is a dependable and effective option for industrial enterprises.

Best of all, it won’t break the bank. Shop N7 mobile computers today, starting at $930.

With enterprise mobility, large organizations face many challenges, ranging from managing a diverse workforce to supporting multiple locations and various devices.

Managed mobility services (MMS) from Barcodes, Inc. and Zebra Technologies do the heavy lifting of device procurement, management, security, reporting, and more for you.

Barcodes, Inc.’s managed mobility services can help you develop a smarter way to manage your devices. Barcodes can secure and manage the entire life cycle of your mobile devices, from device procurement to provisioning, maintenance, and end of life. Barcodes offers a wide selection of Zebra devices at stable, predictable costs to help unburden and empower your IT teams. 

What is Managed Mobility Services?  

Managed mobility services are critical in building and managing successful enterprise mobility. MMS helps companies manage the secure use of mobile devices, apps, and data across all their employees and third parties. Your organization’s mobile devices (such as the rugged Zebra MC3300 handheld series or the new Zebra FX series fixed RFID readers) are properly managed and secure.

With MMS, consolidate your mobile device management needs into one single, easy-to-use service without increasing costs.

Set up devices, install apps, secure data, and more—all while ensuring your employees have the tools they need to get their jobs done, no matter where they are. 

How Barcodes, Inc.’s MMS Model Delivers, Every Time  

Barcodes, Inc. is a trusted leader in mobility management, with world-class experience, knowledge, and complex mobility management skills you can depend on.  We will work with you and your team to deploy, secure, and manage your entire diverse mobile fleet to assure an optimized warehouse is the outcome. 

Barcodes’ comprehensive MMS model features the solutions your mobility strategy needs, including: 

• Device Evaluation & Procurement 
• Provisioning & Deployment 
• 24/7 Support & Helpdesk 
• Technology Support Platform 
• Reporting & Analytics 
• MDM Design & Management 
• Device Life Cycle Management

Get a Free Managed Mobility Services Assessment Today 

If you’d like to learn more and are unsure where to start, the first step is to request a free assessment. One of our experts will learn more about your company and your unique needs.

Next, our team of specialists will thoroughly assess how Barcodes, Inc.’s managed mobility services can help meet the mobility needs of your enterprise.

Get started today by contacting a Barcodes Mobility Expert online or calling us at (855) 233-2917. 

The Honeywell CT30XP is the ideal modern mobile computer for fast-paced retail environments.

Thin and light, but still tough—it can fit in your pocket like a cell phone. The CT30XP is designed for the people who will use it most: managers and associates in stores who need to deliver a modern, customer-centric shopping experience.

The CT30XP does it all:

• Data lookup
• Voice, text, and media communication via Smart Talk
• Task management
• Customer engagement
• Quick, easy code scanning
• Contactless payment

CT30XP Mobile Computers for Retail Applications

Honeywell’s CT30XP has been designed for ease of use and better customer service. Its elegant form factor is perfect for users familiar with mobile touchscreens, yet it’s built for the enterprise (complete with IT support, secure updates, maintenance, condition, location, use, and mobile device management through Mobility Edge and Op Intel from Honeywell). The radiant, 5.5″ high definition touchscreen display is a sight to behold.

Advanced Retail Scanning

Adaptive, feature-rich, and breakthrough performance with full Android 11 to 15 compatibility. The FlexRange scan engine provides accurate, fast long range scans when you need to wow a customer on the spot with a price or inventory lookup.

Wi-Fi 6

Better range and connection reliability – all while requiring less power consumption in stores where utilization and overhead reign supreme.

Universal, Purpose-Built Accessories

Including a universal dock charger family, IH40 RFID, belt clip, and hand strap.

All-Day Fast Charge

USB-C 3.0 charges up lightning quick, with a battery life of 8+ hours. In peak seasons, the battery swap comes in clutch.

See the CT30XP in Action

For detailed technical capabilities, download the Honeywell CT30 XP spec sheet here.

Customers Who Enjoy the In-Store Shopping Experience Return

Don’t delay. Your shoppers expect a modern, quick in-store experience. Looking up inventory, price comparisons, and finding the item they loved online are all made much easier with the Honeywell CT30XP.

Contact us today to take a look at a full-scale solution that will take your shopping experience to the next level.

Healthcare professionals increasingly embrace technology solutions, such as tablets, in their day-to-day operations. From the convenience of bringing a device with you on your rounds to the increased speed of communication between coworkers, there are many reasons why tablets are becoming commonplace in the healthcare industry.

However, not all technology solutions for healthcare are built the same. Therefore, when selecting which tablet to invest in for your hospital, it’s essential to keep these things in mind.

The Zebra ET40 Has Unmatched Capabilities

With so many options on the market, choosing the best tablet for healthcare professionals in your organization can be difficult. In addition, not all tablets have the capabilities vital to the healthcare industry specifically. Keep these key features as you search for the right solution.

Positive Identification Capabilities

With scannable wristbands that can accurately identify patients throughout their admission and discharge and during any medical procedures, hospital staff can quickly and correctly match medications, update records, and reduce errors and workarounds.

Unbridled Mobility

The right solution should allow you to communicate easily, collaborate with colleagues, and access critical information and necessary applications in real-time. You can benefit from retrieving and gathering data from your tablet, including Electronic Health Records.  

Tracking and Locating

Gain enhanced visibility into your operations and current supply, from medication to general stock. Additionally, you can efficiently locate misplaced staff members and critical equipment in high-traffic areas.

Experience the best tablet in healthcare, the Zebra ET40.

Increase real-time communication, access records from anywhere in the hospital, and much more. Contact us today and see how the Zebra ET40 can streamline day-to-day operations and give your staff more time at the point of care.

Webinar

Improve Returnable Container Tracking with RFID

Thursday April 20^th 1:00-1:45pm Central

PRESENTED BY:

Christopher Vassilos – Senior Solutions Architect, Barcodes Group

Michael Daily – Senior Solutions Engineer, Impinj

RFID-Based Container Tracking

Upon delivery, it’s common for reusable containers to not be returned to the sender, with annual shrinkage rates often exceeding 10%. Keeping track of your Returnable Transport Items (RTIs) can be challenging, especially when logging their location depends on manual processes like scanning.

In this webinar, discover the benefits of RFID-based container tracking:

• Reduce the number of misplaced pallets, kegs, and boxes. Less new delivery assets need to be purchased, and shipments are not interrupted due to lack of totes.
• Track each asset as it leaves and returns to the warehouse, allowing you to determine its exact location immediately and whether they have yet to return.
• Calculate the flow of returnable assets to fully understand your shipping capacity for the present and future.
• Improve utilization of workers since it takes way less time to scan RFID tags than barcodes, due to its fully automatable reading without line-of-sight requirements.

Watch the Full RFID Webinar Recording

For many organizations, Enterprise Mobility Management is a standard set of solutions to deploy mobile devices and applications in the field. But true Enterprise Mobility Management goes beyond just deploying apps—it’s also about empowering your team with the tools they need to improve efficiency and productivity while making better decisions in the field.

What is a True Enterprise Mobility Management Solution?

True Enterprise Mobility Management is a comprehensive service from industry-leaders Barcodes & Zebra that provides an end-to-end mobility solution for your organization. The fully managed solution includes a broad spectrum of Enterprise Mobility Management services, including device procurement, device deployment, device management, device integration, app distribution, content management, remote security, and more. Barcodes can provide a solution that:

• Optimizes your devices
• Reduces IT spend
• Improves operational efficiency, and
• Increases your data security

Barcodes delivers this service as a single source provider, so you have one point of contact for all your mobile needs.

Quality You Can Trust

From the start, your project is managed by an industry veteran who ensures every Zebra device is staged, configured, and kitted to arrive ready to use exactly where you need them. This approach ensures consistent quality control across your devices, eliminating the need for internal support and allowing you to reallocate your valued in-house IT resources. Since you won’t have to manage devices or software updates or train staff on how to use mobile devices – your time will be free to focus on more critical tasks.

Support You Can Count On

Barcodes is different from other Enterprise Mobility Management providers. Our devices come pre-configured, fully integrated with Zebra technology, and ready to use immediately. Other providers waste valuable time for you & your staff because they require you to set up your own devices or hire someone else to do it for you. Barcodes also provide full in-house remote support. There’s no need to hire outside experts if you encounter a problem; we’re here for you 24/7!

Barcodes: The Industry Leader in Enterprise Mobility Management

Barcodes offers a true Enterprise Mobility Management solution you won’t find anywhere else. Learn more about how our true Mobility Management service with Zebra devices can make a difference for your business. Get started today by contacting a Barcodes Mobility Expert online or calling us at (855) 233-2917.

When choosing the right tablet for your business, you need durability, data capture, and accessory capabilities to provide the perfect environment for your workers, apps, and operations. In addition, customers now expect swifter services, meaning your business has to keep up with technology that keeps pace as demand grows. 

The Zebra ET51 enterprise-grade tablet is the thinnest and lightest of all Zebra rugged tablets. The tablet is built to handle all-day, everyday business, combining the thin form factor and lightweight build of a consumer-grade tablet with the powerful components of a business device.  

Enhance Productivity and Efficiency With the High-Quality Zebra ET51

The Zebra ET51 combines the best in styling with all the enterprise-class features and flexible options you need to meet your business needs. The Zebra tablet is perfect for workplace applications such as in-store, field, and warehouse operations. The ET51 enhances workforce efficiencies with features including:

Advanced Touchscreen Technology

The high-resolution screen delivers sharp text and clear graphics for superior readability. In addition, the ZT51 has more precision, and every input mode works, even when wet or wearing gloves. 

Fastest Wireless Connections

Wherever there’s a hotspot, the ET51 allows access points to communicate with multiple devices simultaneously. The worry-free WiFI delivers near-instant application response times, unmatched roaming performance, and more.  

Advanced Data Capture

With the integrated SE4710 scan engine, you can scan 1D and 2D barcodes – setting the bar for enterprise-class scanning. Moreover, with PRZM intelligent imaging, fast capture of any barcode in practically any condition is delivered the first time, every time. 

Why the Zebra ET51 Matters

Your workforce is truly unique in its operations.

A highly responsive and powerful mobile computing device, such as the Zebra ET51, that will run all of your applications seamlessly, provides staff with the tools they need and the capabilities you need to run an efficient operation. Contact us today to start streamlining your business.

Warehouse operators know creating a connected workforce is the key to greater efficiency. Research for a Zebra Technologies 2024 Vision Study found that 77% of warehouse decision makers see equipping their teams with mobile devices as an onramp to automation.

Furthermore, 80% have planned investments in new tech to increase their competitiveness. However, at a time of economic uncertainty, making the best use of those investments counts. The Device as a Service model is a budget-friendly, future-proof way to equip a mobile workforce with warehouse tablets. 

Warehouse Tablets Enable Organizations to Meet Today’s Challenges 

Deploying warehouse tablets is the key to solving some of the industry’s biggest problems. It eliminates paper-based processes that add time to workflows and create human error opportunities. Additionally, warehouse tablets increase employee productivity, which is particularly important during the labor shortage. They also allow a warehouse team to update inventory data in real-time, providing management and customers with much-needed visibility for smart decision making. 

To provide maximum value, however, warehouse tablets must be purpose-built. In addition to a rugged design for standing up to use in a harsh environment, warehouse tablets must be ergonomic. Employees need both hands to do their jobs safely and efficiently, so it’s often more practical and safer to mount tablets on forklifts or workstations on wheels or provide an easy way to carry them, such as wearing a holster. 

Rugged tablets for the warehouse also include multiple connectivity options, including Bluetooth, 4G or 5G, and Wi-Fi 6. In addition, they include security features, such as multifactor authentication (MFA), to ensure that only authorized personnel can use them.  

The evolution of warehouse tablets has also given administrators more effective ways to deploy and keep them operational. Services enable centralized management for fast configuration and provisioning and for providing insights into device health, security, and usage. With these solutions, warehouse operators always have the assurance that tablets are charged, in good operating condition, and secure. 

The Device as a Service Model Breaks Down Barriers to Tech Upgrades

Although warehouse tablets have evolved into valuable tools for competitive businesses, making a capital expenditure (CAPEX) for new devices can put an upgrade out of reach for some companies. The Device as a Service model eliminates those barriers and makes new technology upgrades possible.

With the Device as a Service model, companies:

Replace a CAPEX with an OPEX

Instead of paying for devices outright, warehouses pay a monthly fee to use tablets. The provider bundles everything the warehouse needs, including hardware, software, and management tools, into one package for one cost. Replacing capital expenditures with an operating expense makes it more likely for CFOs to approve new devices more quickly. 

Leave maintenance and service to the provider

The Device as a Service model includes solution service and support. As a result, the warehouse’s IT team isn’t burdened with deploying and maintaining new devices – and there aren’t any surprise costs for repairs that devices occasionally need due to everyday use. In addition, with the provider covering maintenance, repairs, and support, warehouses typically see a lower TCO when they choose a Device as a Service solution than when they purchase solutions outright and maintain them with in-house staff. 

Aren’t locked into obsolete technology

The rate of technological advancements is accelerating, making an outright purchase riskier. The Device as a Service model allows businesses to upgrade after their contract term, often 36 months, so they always use the best tech available for their operations. 

Can scale more easily

This model allows a warehouse to deploy the tablets it needs now and plan strategically to add more devices as demand increases. The Device as a Service provider can manage that plan economically and according to the company’s technology roadmap. 

Will benefit from the provider’s lifecycle management services

An experienced provider will manage warehouse tablets from selection to decommissioning, safely removing data and handling recycling or disposal responsibly.

Barcodes, Inc. Makes Deploying Warehouse Tablets Easy

As an experienced Device as a Service provider, Barcodes, Inc. is ready to provide you with the hardware, software, and services you need for a hassle-free, affordable warehouse tablet deployment or upgrade.

For three decades, Barcodes, Inc. has leveraged its industry and technical expertise and relationships with top manufacturers to successfully provide warehouse tablet solutions, tailoring them to meet specific customers’ needs. We also offer unparalleled customer service, proactively monitoring Device as a Service deployment and ensuring they always operate in peak condition.  

The Device as a Service model allows competitive warehouse operations to upgrade tablets for more efficient, productive operations. Contact us to see how this model can work for you.