News | August 11, 2008

Barcoding Inc. Acquires Wi-Tec Data Systems: Expands Texas Presence With Acquisition Of Dallas Company

Barcoding Inc., a leader in automated data capture (ADC) solutions, announced recently that they signed a definitive agreement to acquire Wi-Tec Data Systems, a Dallas-based provider of automated data capture solutions for supply chain and mobile computing applications. Under the terms of the agreement, Wi-Tec Data Systems will become Barcoding's Texas Regional Office, creating the seventeenth regional office for the Baltimore-based company.

The Texas Regional Office will be led by Bill Ische, the founder of Wi-Tec Data Systems. Mr. Ische possesses an extensive background in automated data capture and radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies. With nearly 20 years of industry experience, Mr. Ische began his career in 1990, with executive positions at Amtech Systems and Intermec, among others, before launching his own company. He said, "In today's challenging economy, driving costs out of the supply chain is a mission-critical initiative that requires the latest technologies and innovations. By joining forces with Barcoding, our customers in the Texas region will have access to an even greater array of solutions and services to improve their businesses and become more competitive."

Jay Steinmetz, the CEO of Barcoding, Inc., added, "Bill Ische is well-respected throughout the industry, and we are pleased that this transaction brings an executive of his caliber to the Barcoding organization. We have experienced tremendous growth and success over the past five years, and this acquisition will give us an even stronger presence in Texas and Southwest regions. This expansion demonstrates our continued commitment to being a premier provider of ADC solutions to help companies of all sizes and industries better manage their supply chain processes."

About Barcoding Inc.
Barcoding Inc., the nationally recognized leader in automated data collection, helps businesses and government agencies streamline their operations to optimize supply chain productivity. Barcoding Inc. specializes in offering complete data collection solutions for route accounting, warehouse management, and inventory control. Committed to providing superior customer service and support, Barcoding's in-house staff performs 100% of the work. Based in Baltimore, Maryland, Barcoding Inc. has seventeen regional offices throughout The United States.

For more information, visit www.barcoding.com or contact Jon Stroz at 1.888.860.7226 x121.

SOURCE: Barcoding Inc.