In our March 9th post I provided an informative video from Motorola that showcased the new MC9190-G mobile computer and its powerful features.  The Motorola MC9190-G builds on the successful MC9090-G and boasts technological advances designed to increase accuracy and productivity in even the harshest of environments.  The chart below highlights a few of the new features compared to the MC9090-G.

The MC9190-G also offers more data capture options including long-range capture of 1D and 2D bar codes. In addition, there are four imager options and they all offer Motorola’s revolutionary imaging technology.

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Motorola recently announced the release of the MC9190-G mobile computer—the next generation of the successful MC9000-G series.  The MC9190-G offers more processing power, more scanning options and a variety of new features in an industry-leading rugged design.  The MC9190-G is ideal for extreme environments and a variety of industries, including:

• Manufacturing
• Warehouse Distribution
• Government
• Retail

Check out the video below from Motorola Solutions that provides additional information about all of the new features and technological advances.

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. to learn more about the MC9190-G and check back in the next few weeks for more information about this next generation mobile computer.

RFID and GPS are powerful technologies on their own, but many companies are realizing the benefits of combining these two technologies to enable detailed tracking of items.  Products with RFID tags can be read as they exit the warehouse or distribution center and can continue to be monitored via GPS within vehicles, providing improved visibility.  GPS-enabled RFID readers can also be used to record additional information, such as point of origin coordinates, which can be loaded to the RFID tag.  In the four walls and on the road, combining RFID and GPS can provide end-to-end visibility for food traceability, asset tracking and supply chain management.

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In our November 16th post I provided information about the two typical segments of mobile retail solutions—In-Store Systems and Distribution Systems.  Today I’d like to take a closer look at one type of distribution center solution, Transportation Management Systems.

Transportation Management Systems include mobile computing systems which are used in all functions related to handling the logistics of moving inventory from a distribution center to a store.  Mobile computing and scanning systems used in Transportation Management Systems typically include the following functions:

• Yard Management
• Traffic Management
• Dispatch and Routing
• Vehicle Location-Based Services
• Vehicle and Driver Logs

Transportation Management Systems streamline operations and ensure that your products are positioned in your stores when your customers need them, so you can maximize profits.

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Typical mobile retail solutions can be categorized in two segments by business function:

• In-Store Systems-Mobile Inventory, Mobile Point of Sale (POS), Customer-Facing Applications and other specialized systems.
• Distribution Systems-Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Transportation Management Systems.

DecisionPoint provides expert solutions in all areas of retail, from store operations to distribution center operations and understands that each system requires a combination of hardware, software, services and support to be successful.  Visit us in the next few days to learn more about our specific in-store and distribution center solutions that utilize mobile computing and scanning systems to handle multiple business functions.

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There are many factors that must be taken into consideration when selecting a mobile computer for cold storage environments.  In order to supply your workers with the performance they need to get the job done you have to look at more than just a rugged design.  Fogged-up LCD screens and exposure to frost and condensation can reduce productivity, but mobile devices designed specifically for cold environments boast features to combat these issues.  Some key features to look for include:

• Integrated heaters
• Durable and sealed housing
• Coated internal components
• High-grade lithium ion batteries
• Large keypads or touch screens for gloved operators

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. to learn more about mobile computers designed for cold environments.

In our post yesterday I described some of the retail applications that can be streamlined with digital imaging solutions.  Digital imaging data capture devices also help improve operations and increase productivity throughout the warehouse.  Rugged handheld digital imagers offer a single device that can read both 1D and 2D bar codes and withstand harsh warehouse environments.  Some typical warehouse applications that are improved with digital imaging solutions include:

Shipping and Receiving-it is quite common for warehouse shipments to contain multiple bar codes types, with a digital imager there is no need for multiple devices because a single device can read virtually all types of codes.  Eliminate the need for multiple devices, save on maintenance and lower the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).

Proof of Condition-many digital imaging devices have the ability to capture high-resolution photographs with a built-in camera.  This allows employees to capture and document any incoming shipments that arrive damaged and helps reduce liability.

Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about the various types of digital imagers and which is best for your warehouse applications.

In our Feb. 19th post we announced the release of the Motorola WT4090 Voice-Only Wearable Terminal designed for voice picking and sorting in warehouses.  The WT4090 VOW includes support for voice recognition and text-to-speech that enables hands-free applications to improve productivity and reduce errors in the warehouse.  To go along with the WT4090 VOW, Motorola has also introduced the RCH50 rugged headset that can withstand harsh warehouse environments.  This video from Motorola provides more information about these two products.

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From receiving to picking, there are numerous warehouse mobility solutions that are designed to reduce errors and improve productivity.  Picking in a retail warehouse environment is an important part of your internal supply chain and can dramatically affect customer satisfaction.  Accurate picking operations ensure that your customers receive the right product without any shipping delays.  End-to-end mobility solutions provide the pickers in your retail warehouse with the tools to:

• Increase speed
• Improve accuracy
• Improve output
• Ensure the correct items are shipped on time

With a mobile computer (or wearable mobile computer) and a mobile printer your employees can scan, verify that the right product was selected and print pick slips and packing slips on the spot.  The mobile device organizes the picking order route to minimize travel through the warehouse and the mobile printer eliminates the need to travel to printers located elsewhere.  Everything is completed right from the warehouse floor in only a few steps— minimizing picking time and maximizing accuracy.

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Yesterday we provided information about bar code imagers and the applications they’re best suited for.  As promised, today we’re taking a closer look at laser bar code scanners.

Laser bar code scanners read bar codes with a laser beam that is moved back and forth across a code by oscillating mirrors.  Laser bar code scanners can only read 1D bar codes and not 2D symbols like imagers.  One of the major advantages that laser scanners have over linear imagers is their read range.  Laser scanners are capable of reading up to 36 feet away and their narrow beam can support a wide variety of depths of field.  Fixed position laser scanners also boast a snappy scan speed of about 600-1800 scans per second.  The benefits that laser scanners offer make these devices perfect for applications such as:

• Long-range scanning in warehouses or distribution centers
• Stationary scanners for conveyor belts

Let’s Get Mobile!  Contact DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. for additional information about cordless laser bar code scanners designed for use in extreme environments.