Category Archives: Blog
Spotlight on: Zebra Printers
Zebra Technologies is a company that manufactures and sells marking, tracking and computer printing technology. Started in 1969 as Data Specialities, they developed their first barcode printer in 1982. They aim to empower those in retail, healthcare, transportation and logistics … Continue reading
The Importance Of Stock Management Following Coronavirus Pandemic
As many businesses head back to work over the coming weeks with lockdown measures continually being eased, it’s fair to say that many managers will have a real headache when it comes to assessing the stock they left behind. There … Continue reading
Viral Video Shows Barcodes Creating Music
Barcodes are amazing; we all know that. They have so many wonderful applications, including some that you’ve probably never even considered before. But now a viral post is showing just how versatile these vertical lines can be as an artist … Continue reading
The History of Printers
Printing, believe it or not, dates back in some form to as early as 3500 BC, when the Persian and Mesopotamian civilisations used cylinder seals to certify documents written in clay. Woodblock printing would follow, then moveable type until we … Continue reading
Why Mobility is Essential in Warehouses
Mobile technology has completely revolutionised so many industries, including the supply chain. In warehouse environments, mobility is more important than ever. Customers expect more and more every year, quicker delivery and quality products at competitive prices. To stay competitive and … Continue reading
How Asset Tracking Can Grow Small Businesses
Assets are incredibly valuable to all businesses; assets refer to anything with monetary value within a business organisation. Asset tracking refers to the process which tracks your physical assets, which is an integral part of any business operation, especially if … Continue reading
What is the Amazon Effect and How Can You Compete?
The Amazon effect is the name given to the phenomena that the retail giant Amazon has disrupted the retail market, both online and in physical stores. The title refers to Amazon’s continued dominance of the online market; its rise in … Continue reading
Italian Biotech Uses Barcoding to Increase Food Safety
Italian biotech FEM2-Ambiente has developed a DNA barcoding tool for food companies to increase food safety by verifying ingredients and tracing contaminants in raw and processed foods. The company hopes that the system will improve food safety and uncover food … Continue reading
The Advantages of Asset Tracking for Schools
Asset tracking is a great way to keep stock of everything within an organisation, preventing it from going missing, keeping track of the maintenance and keeping a record of every person who has used a piece of equipment, allowing for … Continue reading
Could Barcodes Revolutionise Recycling?
The planet is in the midst of a climate crisis. With temperatures rising and growing concerns about serious changes needing to be put in place to prevent the catastrophic consequences of climate change, people are scrutinising the current recycling systems … Continue reading
