I recently read a very interesting article in Computerworld that described the ways the rules for enterprise software applications are changing.  Computerworld offered 3 new rules for enterprise software to be successful.  These included:

1. Make it appealing – Enterprise software must be user-friendly and work well on all commonly used browsers and mobile devices.  According to Gartner analysts, business strategies for application development need to consider three user groups: B2B, B2E (employee) and B2C (consumer).
2. Make it transparent – Real-time data is more important than ever before.  Employees that have access to up-to-date information have a competitive advantage.  In addition to real-time data, users are also interested in having information presented in graphical form with tables and charts.  These analytic tools help users discover trends and improve decision-making.
3. Update it often – Employees expect and want frequent updates to the applications they use. And with the increasing use of cloud-based software, updates are easier than ever to push out to users.

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In our Aug. 1st post I provided a brief introduction of the soon-to-be-released Panasonic enterprise-grade Toughbook Android tablet.  Panasonic recently launched a microsite for this much anticipated mobile computing device.  The Toughbook Android Tablet microsite provides information about device specs, product news and various solution applications such as:

• Field Sales
• Hospitality
• Retail
• Government
• Healthcare

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about Panasonic Toughbook tablets.

Yesterday I provided information about the new mid-sized MK3000 Micro Kiosk from Motorola Solutions.  As promised, today I’m providing additional information about the powerful self-service applications the MK3000 supports.  Check out the video below to see how you can improve customer service and enhance the shopping experience with the MK3000.

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Motorola Solutions recently announced the addition of the new MK3000 to their family of powerful Micro Kiosks.  While the MK500 Micro Kiosk has a smaller footprint and the MK4000 Micro Kiosk fulfills the need for a larger display, the MK3000 is a new mid-sized kiosk that features an 8 in. WVGA display.

The slim MK3000 is ideal for retail, hospitality and healthcare applications.  Key features include:

• Advanced scanning technology-including mobile bar codes with the 2D imager
• Support for voice and Motorola’s Total Enterprise Access Mobility (TEAM) solution
• 3 USB ports to add peripherals such as printers, mag stripe readers and more
• Standard VESA mounting is easy to install

Visit us again tomorrow to learn more about the rich self-service applications you can provide to customers with the MK3000.

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In past posts I’ve provided information about a variety of different healthcare applications that can be improved with automation solutions.  Today I’m providing information about the advantages of utilizing RFID in the healthcare industry.  RFID can be used for a variety of applications that improve safety and accuracy, such as:

• RFID wristbands-improves safety and accuracy with immediate access to patient information such as medical history, medications and dosage scheduling.
• Monitoring and Tracking Medical Equipment-quickly ensure all materials and tools are accounted for before and after operations by eliminating inaccurate manual processes.
• Pharmacy and Lab Labeling-prevent the misidentification of specimens and easily track items such as test tubes, vials and more.
• Supply Chain-RFID tags ensure end-to-end traceability for medical supplies, pharmaceuticals and more.
• Access Control-RFID-enabled access cards monitor and control access to restricted areas.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about RFID solutions for the medical industry.

DecisionPoint’s software partner TotalMobile recently announced the release of an updated user interface design for their mobile application suite.  Their industry-leading software has been updated with new icons and color schemes to improve functionality.  The new design was chosen because it:

• Increases visibility both indoors and outdoors
• Speeds up the processor
• Optimizes battery life

TotalMobile’s suite of enterprise mobility applications is also available on all major platforms and is native to each platform, making it more comfortable for users.  With an end-to-end mobile solution from DecisionPoint and TotalMobile your field workers will have access to all of the tools they need no matter where the job takes them.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about TotalMobile’s enterprise mobility application suite and our mobile solutions designed for field workers.

In our July 15th post I provided information about the best practices for creating bar code wristbands to ensure that they contain the right data needed to increase patient safety. Bar code wristbands are designed to improve patient safety regardless of age. However, maternity wards need tailored solutions to ensure that the wristbands don’t harm a newborns delicate skin. DecisionPoint’s partner Zebra Technologies recently wrote a blog post about this very issue and provided these important tips for implementing infant wristbands:

• Soft-wristbands must be soft, non-abrasive and hypoallergenic.
• Sizable-wristbands must be adjustable so they can fit infant’s wrists depending on birth weight.
• Scannable Flat Tab-a flat surface on the tab of infant wristbands ensures that there is room for both 2D and linear bar codes and can be scanned from any angle without disruption.
• Data-infant wristbands should include 1D bar codes that contain data such as birth date, sex, age and should associate the baby with the parents.
• Check Codes-wristbands that include both a visible and bar code check code should be used so nurses can easily identify a match between an infant and parent.

Let’s Get Mobile! Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about infant bar code wristband solutions that increase safety and improve efficiency.

In our post Monday I provided information about the benefits that bar coded wristbands provide to a variety of hospitality venues such as amusement parks and water parks.  Bar coded wristbands are most often associated with the healthcare industry and are used to increase patient safety and the accuracy of medication dispensing at the point of care.   In order to realize all of the benefits of bar code wristbands and to ensure patient safety, there are a few best practices to follow.  DecisionPoint’s  partner Zebra Technologies has compiled the following list of best practices to ensure your patient wristbands contain the right information and meet industry mandates.

1. Repeat 2D bar codes across the wristband
2. Use two linear bar codes
3. Include human-readable text
4. Include the medical record number and financial institution number
5. Include check-digits for security
6. Include print time and other traceable text
7. Use thermal print on-demand printers

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about bar coded wristbands and solutions that increase patient safety.

Zebra Technologies recently announced the release of the new QLn™ mobile printer which is the third generation of their popular QL printer.  The QLn boasts innovative technology that lowers operation costs and enhances print quality.  The QLn is the first printer with Zebra’s Power Smart Print Technology that delivers faster printer speeds, improved print quality and extended battery life.  The QLn is ideal for retail shelf labels, price tags and healthcare applications such as pharmacy and beside specimen labels.  With the QLn workers have a reliable mobile printing solution that lasts for an entire shift and the fast print speeds enable users to print more labels during their shift—increasing efficiency and productivity.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. to learn more about the new Zebra QLn and our mobile printing solutions.

Surgical tools are expensive and making sure all equipment is accounted for throughout regulatory sterilization and re-kitting is critical to healthcare facilities.  Marking metal tools with a Direct Part Mark (DPM) speeds up the process of re-kitting and reduces human error.  Digital imagers capable of reading 2D Direct Part Marks enable healthcare facilities to:

• Easily track expensive equipment
• Ensure tools are properly sterilized
• Ensure tools are returned to the correct surgical kits
• Increase patient safety

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about 2D bar code imagers capable of reading Direct Part Marks.