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9 ways mobile data collection improves safety

When we think about warehouse safety, we often envision making improvements to eliminate equipment accidents and falls. Rarely would the idea of mobile data collection be on our mind as a solution, though our partners at RFgen share just how 9 ways that mobile data collection can improve safety. You can improve warehouse safety with […]


Digital transformation and the supply chain

We have talked a lot about the need to automate processes within manufacturing and supply chain management. When we step further into business processes across all businesses and find ways to automate or digitize the work, we are moving into a digital transformation in the supply chain and throughout organizations. “Digital transformation is the integration […]


Small errors become big problems

The phrase “garbage in, garbage out” couldn’t be more true when it comes to good data practices, and many manufacturers have quickly found that small errors with data become big problems in the supply chain if left unaddressed. Our partners at RFgen look at ways bad data sneaks into data collection processes and how businesses can reduce […]


RFgen’s Mobile Development Studio

Need customized workflows in a pinch? Need a mobile app but don’t have the resources for a high-tech spend? Our partners at RFgen can help. Their Mobile Development Studio enables you to “create engaging user experiences through modern design concepts. Build, modify, deploy, manage, and remotely support mobile apps without interrupting your business processes.” The […]


RFID improves inventory management

RFID or radio-frequency identification technology continues to be an important aspect of inventory control management due to its automation capabilities and data collection. RFID can improve inventory accuracy, resulting in better management and a positive bottom line. There are two types of readers: Fixed readers: these are installed in a specific location where RFID tag […]


Mobile devices vs. dedicated barcode handhelds

We frequently talk about labeling software, but many manufacturers must also consider their hardware just as closely as their software. Manufacturers must ask themselves questions like, “Will a consumer-grade mobile device be a better option than an industrial-grade dedicated barcode handheld? What is the device’s lifespan and is it compatible with my operating system and […]


Enterprise Hardware Tips

  You receive an alert to update your phone to the latest software version, sound familiar? While it may not be the same for mobile hardware and software for your supply chain, it can be just as, if not more important. RFgen looks at Enterprise Hardware and provides tips for refreshing barcodes and mobile device […]


Navigating offline inventory management

“In warehouse management, where the constant movement of goods is the norm, effective inventory management is pivotal. Fast-moving operations can’t afford to wait when technical systems go offline.” Offline inventory management in warehouses refers to the processes that take place while the inventory system isn’t connected to the enterprise resource planning system (ERP). In the […]


Synergy in ERP systems and inventory management

RFgen looks at the complexity of supply chain management and notes that “to make it happen, people, processes, and technology must gel into one symbiotic ecosystem.” Finding the synergy between ERP systems, consulting services, and inventory management provides the efficiency warehouses need. Understanding how these three areas work together in a very symbiotic way, clearly […]


Revolutionizing warehouse operations

RFgen, a leader in mobile barcoding and data collection, revolutionizes warehouse operations by identifying some key elements to optimize efficiencies and reduce labor costs. They looked at four areas to achieve these improvements: strategy and planning, warehouse layout optimization, process improvement, and labor management. Strategy and Planning – U.S. labor costs have risen 5.1% year […]