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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 […]


Best practices for warehouse order picking

We don’t often think twice about how the items we order are picked and pulled from the warehouse and mailed to our doorstep. Beyond this product arriving at your home, there is a rather elaborate, somewhat scientific process that occurs in warehouses to perfect this method. Our partners at RFgen share best practices for warehouse […]


Understanding the four types of inventory

“In today’s fast-paced supply chain, it is crucial for companies to efficiently manage their inventory.” RFgen shares the four main types of inventory that require individual management and oversight: raw materials, work-in-progress inventory, finished goods, and safety stock. Understanding the importance of tracking and monitoring these will result in strong supply chains and in-stock products. […]


Barcoding: Past, Present and Future

It seems that the technology of barcoding has been around for quite a while but surprisingly, barcoding is a recent invention. The idea for it came many years before the practice was put into place. The idea of barcoding was first discovered by Joe Woodland in 1948 when he “moved to Miami Beach to invent […]


Ditching paper for digital inventory

Mobile devices have certainly changed and shaped the world. It is rare to see someone without a mobile device in their hand. They have started to find their way into the manufacturing world through labeling printing and inventory control.  While there are some great benefits of mobile technology in manufacturing, there are also some hurdles […]