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Life and Legacy of George Laurer: Barcode Inventor

George Laurer, whose design of the vertically striped barcode revolutionised the supermarket checkout, parcel deliveries and assembly lines, died on the 5th December 2019 at the age of 94.

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The Evolution of Cloud Computing

Cloud computing technology, sometimes referred to as “the cloud”, is a computer system that manages servers and networks; it is often used for data storage. These data centres can be accessed via the internet from anywhere and are used by … Continue reading

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Printer Trade-Ups: Start 2020 the Smart Way

This year, Zebra is offering a Printer Trade-Up Program where you can trade-up from any thermal printer for a brand-new Zebra printer. Zebra is one of the high-quality brands we stock at GSM Barcoding. Their range of marking, tracking and … Continue reading

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Is Robotics the Future of the Warehouse Supply Chain?

Robots and AI sound like futuristic devices and machines that you would find in science fiction films. But many of these kinds of technologies are already here, working in the supply chain today. Many can be programmed to perform tasks … Continue reading

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Things to Avoid When Optimising a Supply Chain

When you implement a brand-new system into your supply chain, whether it’s barcode labels or asset tracking software, you need to make sure it is optimised within your business processes. This is an easy thing to get wrong and can … Continue reading

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DNA Barcode Project Gives Hope for New Species Discovery

Barcodes have so many incredible applications. They’re not just great for tracking stock in warehouses and supply chains; they can be used in schools, hospitals, on gravestones and even in science to make amazing discoveries.

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How to Effectively Use Stock Inventory Software

Stock inventory software has the potential to significantly increase productivity within the workplace, create more accurate data sheets and free up a significant amount of time for you and your employees. However, to truly maximise the potential of stock inventory … Continue reading

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Introducing the Honeywell PX940 Printer at GSM

As a brand, Honeywell has always been defined by its innovation when it comes to creating technology that provides productivity solutions. And we’re delighted to announce that we will now be stocking the latest that Honeywell has to offer. The … Continue reading

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An Exclusive Look at Honeywell Scanners and Printers

At GSM Barcoding, we stock a range of reputable brands of barcode scanners, label printers and mobile computers. Today, we’re taking a look at one of these brands in particular: Honeywell. Honeywell was founded in 1903 and has been innovating … Continue reading

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How Investing in Barcodes Can Save Your Business Money

From negotiating with vendors to going green, there are plenty of ways for a business to save money. But did you know that investing in an asset tracking system could pay for itself and then some? When you implement a … Continue reading

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