Managing Multiple Data Capture Technologies In The Logistics Environment

Until recently, bar code scanning has been the primary form of advanced data capture throughout the logistics environment — from the warehouse aisles to the dock door to the yard. But today, new forms of advanced data capture offer enterprises the ability to further automate processes inside the four walls, reap the benefits of supply chain automation as well as cost-effectively achieve regulatory compliance and more. While today, bar code scanning may represent the majority of your data capture applications, in the very near future, you may wish to implement RFID, voice directed or direct part marking (DPM).

This paper will examine the challenges associated with mobilizing and supporting mixed data capture technologies, and how you can position your enterprise to easily and cost-effectively deploy the mixed data capture technologies to meet your business needs.