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MANUFACTURING PROCESS TRACKING WITH RFID pg 2 ARE YOU OUTGROWING YOUR BARCODE LABELING SOFTWARE? pg 4 MOVING PRODUCT PACKAGING PROCESSES FROM CHAOS TO CALM pg 8 RECENT BARCODE NEWS

Manufacturing FourKites® Named To Supply & Demand Landmark CBD Hemp Bill Re- quires Use Of QR Codes Process Tracking Chain Executive’s SDCE 100 Top Supply With RFID Chain Projects For 2019 FourKites®, the leader in predictive FourKites was recognized for partnering supply chain visibility, today announced with a global electrical solutions suppli- By Mike Nichols that it has been selected by Supply & er to transform its supply chain through Demand Chain Executive, the execu- innovative technology. Specifically, the RFID provides many identifiable benefits. Two of them are tive’s user manual for successful supply company selected FourKites’ real-time removing people from the tracking process and a natural and demand chain transformation, as freight visibility platform to provide en- serialized numbering system. That makes it ideal for tracking a recipient of an SDCE 100 Award for hanced predictive visibility and analyt- manufacturing processes. 2019. ics across its supply chain, and to digi- tize its previously -based proof of The New York State legislature has All personnel, and that includes those on the manufacturing The SDCE 100 is an annual list of 100 delivery (POD) process. passed a comprehensive bill that man- floor, want to focus on completing their tasks and doing a great supply chain projects that can dates the use of QR codes for consumer good job. Asking them to also track the items they’re working Provide feedback for just-in-time planning serve as a map for supply chain execu- The partnership enables the company use. on is a distraction and irritant. This leads to inconsistency tives who are looking for new opportu- to more precisely track its products all in activity tracking. Relieving them of that burden through When there is visibility to the speed of each task, filling the nities to drive improvement in their op- the way to their final customer destina- The legislation will give farmers more automation increases efficiency, reduces errors and provides start of the line becomes much easier to plan. That visibility erations. These projects demonstrate tions; track product returns collected at confidence in making investments into tracking accuracy and consistency . can be shared with vendors and shippers to have source how supply chain solution and service various location sites; compile crucial their operations. The bill establishes materials arrive at the precise time of need. This eliminates providers help their customers and cli- input for its materials resource planning grower, manufacturer, and extractor Benefits from automatically tracking the build process and excess storage reducing inventory costs and freeing up space ents achieve supply chain excellence process; and improve its order-to-cash licenses and requires the Department the parts that make up the final process include: for future needs. and prepare their supply chains for suc- workflow. of Agriculture and Markets to craft new cess. regulations for the production of- ex Process timing Worker tracking tracts. Continue reading >> Continue Article Identify when a step of the process is taking too long and set Identify your best workers and mimic their habits. an alarm Each process step can be tied to an individual. What will likely Each process step can have a defined time to complete. come to light is that some team members are better at some Balluff Named 2019 Best Of Sensors Award Esker’s Work With TAMKO This may already be defined. If not, running the solution for processes than other team members. Their work habits can Recognized On 100 Top a week to 30 days will show consistencies and provide a then be monitored and mimicked. Having them train their Winner For SmartLight Indicator Supply Chain Transformations standard window for completion time. This can then be used coworkers increases efficiency, provides pride of effort and to determined aberrations. Once the aberration is identified, establishes a better team environment. Balluff has been named a 2019 “Best of — pick-to-light systems, part placement, Of 2019 a cause can be determined which can then be addressed. Sensors” Award winner. The company’s part positions, format change guidance SmartLight Indicator was recognized and many others. Learn more about the Esker, a worldwide leader in AI-driven Put workers in the best position to succeed as the 2019 Innovative Product of the SmartLight Indicator at http://www.bal- process automation solutions and Identify bottlenecks Year which highlights cutting-edge ad- luff.com. pioneer in cloud computing, today What will likely also come to light is that some team members vancements and achievements that are announced it has been named a What may not be obvious from casual observation are areas are better at some processes than other processes. Visibility moving the sensors industry forward. “Providing guidance and verification recipient for the 2018-19 Supply & in the process that run more slowly than the average. By will allow moving team members into those areas where they The prestigious awards were during directly at the point-of-use is growing Demand Chain Executive 100 Top identifying and correcting the bottlenecks, the entire process have a better chance to succeed. A good example is that Sensors Expo & Conference 2019, held trend. The process improvements are Supply Chain Transformations (SDCE can be accelerated with limited impact to the rest of the flow. you may find that some processes are better suited to left- this week in San Jose, California. substantial when operators can stay 100) award. Esker was selected for the handed workers. focused on their assembly tasks with- impact its solution brought to TAMKO Tie slowdowns to external influences Utilizing the power of IO-Link, the out having to look away for process Building Products LLC following Identify training deficiencies SmartLight Indicator is capable of di- versification and sequential guidance,” implementation. When tracking the process from start to finish, when there recting, instructing and guiding opera- according to Tom Rosenberg, industry The SDCE 100 recognizes individual is an issue that occurs more than once, the cause may be Besides team member differences, some processes may tors in nearly any manufacturing task. account manager of life sciences at Bal- and corporate leaders in the global identified as a vendor or shipper or an overlapping process just not be accomplished as envisioned. The cause could be The new-to-market indicators increase luff, Inc. “We are proud to be recognized supply chain. that affects the flow. By knowing all of the pieces of the puzzle, training or a poor design from the outset. Once bottlenecks productivity and minimize workforce as innovators in this industry which these can be easily adjusted to provide more consistency. and speed differences are identified, focus can be placed on errors by providing innovative person- continues to push boundaries to drive Continue reading >> these areas to make corrections in processes or training. nel guidance in a variety of applications greater returns for our customers.”

Continue reading >> | Q3 2019 2 Continue reading on website >> | Q3 2019 3 RECENT BARCODE NEWS Are you outgrowing Roambee’s IoT Sensor Analytics Ser- Vizinex RFID Named To Sup- ply & Demand Chain Execu- your Barcode Labeling Software? vice Named In SDCE’s 100 Top Sup- tive’s SDCE 100 Top Supply Chain Projects For 2019 ply Chain Projects For Third Time By Josh Roffman, Loftware VP Product Management Enterprise Labeling allows companies to design labels that Supply & Demand Chain Executive, leverage business rules and dynamic labeling to support The SDCE 100 is an annual list of 100 the executive’s user manual for success- Find Out Why Enterprise Labeling Matters variations in formats, , logos, languages, and content great supply chain projects. These proj- ful supply and demand chain transfor- quickly and easily. It can integrate to sources of regulatory ects can serve as a map for supply chain mation, has selected Vizinex RFID as Labeling plays a critical role in every company’s supply chain data to make sure the needs of each customer is being met executives who are looking for new a recipient of an SDCE 100 Award for and is part of today’s digital transformation. As business throughout each part of a company’s supply chain. This type opportunities to drive improvement in 2019. environments become more global and complex, companies of centralized label management ensures labeling consistency their own operations. These projects need to look at labeling differently to keep pace with evolving and that your company is adhering to regulatory guidelines show how supply chain solution and The SDCE 100 is an annual list of 100 technologies and to meet the demands of new multi-faceted, throughout your company’s global supply chain. service providers help their customers great supply chain projects. These dynamic supply chains. Enterprise Labeling plays an important and clients achieve supply chain excel- projects can serve as a map for sup- role in the digital transformation by creating new efficiencies Managing Complex Customer lence and prepare their supply chains ply chain executives who are looking both throughout the enterprise and within global supply Requirements for success. for new opportunities to drive improve- chains by empowering companies to deal with the nuances ment in their own operations. These “Every year our list of submissions for projects show how supply chain solu- of today’s complex labeling requirements and regulations. Customer requirements are also evolving rapidly as the pace the SDCE 100 continues to grow as tion and service providers help their of business accelerates. Labeling needs to support countless “With a variety of company sizes and more companies rely on the expertise customers and clients achieve sup- Labels convey more and more critical information, such variations to manage mass label changes easily, while industry sectors represented, our Top of supply management for innovative ply chain excellence and prepare as product details, customer information, regulatory and including more and more information on those labels. And, 100 are leading examples for how to decision-making. Our winners raise the their supply chains for success. safety information. As the number and variance of products customers want these complex requirements met faster than approach and solve supply chain chal- bar for what is achievable in the sup- proliferates, companies face difficulty staying competitive before. lenges.” while still using legacy, homegrown, or disparate labeling ply chain,” says John R. Yuva, editor for “We are honored to be selected for the solutions. An Enterprise Labeling approach can scale, flexibly Supply & Demand Chain Executive. SDCE 100 top supply chain projects for 2019,” said CEO Ken Horton. adapt, and respond quickly to demands from customers and Continue Article regulators to address the increasing complexity in labeling. Continue reading >> Complying with Evolving Regulations

Evolving standards and regulatory requirements pose many Smartrac’s Market Leading Suite Of NFC Products Achieves complex challenges for today’s business. Labeling regulations Certifications From NFC Forum And DEKRA are an increasing concern across a broad set of industries including chemicals, food and beverage, medical device, Smartrac Technology Group today an- Both certification bodies have gained ry Director at DEKRA added: “Quality, pharmaceuticals and many others. These requirements, nounced that it has earned NFC Forum an excellent reputation, with NFC Fo- reliability and adherence to latest, appli- which have costly consequences for noncompliance, compel and DEKRA Lab certifications for a suite rum leading the effort to expand the cable standards – as confirmed by our companies to be precise about labeling information displayed of popular CircusTM NFC inlays based adoption of Near Field Communication certification – are of key importance for and languages used. on various NXP NTAG ICs. The RFID (NFC) technology around the world, everyone who is looking to get all the and IoT pacesetter considers this as and DEKRA being accredited and rec- benefits that NFC offers.” Labels must reflect how products are distributed through another confirmation of its claim to be ognized as a certification body for the increasingly complex supply chains around the globe. The the NFC leader, as well as a quality and EU, USA and Canada covering electrical, Confirmation of reliability and- per location where a product is made and where a product is performance assurance for its growing electronic, ISM and radio equipment. formanceWith the NFC Forum and shipped further complicates labeling and determines how NFC customer base worldwide. DEKRA Lab certifications, Smartrac’s compliance must be achieved as each country or “NFC Forum certification demonstrates customers have further confirmation The subjects of certification are Smar- to a manufacturer’s customers, con- that the certified Circus inlays and tags region has specific versions of regulatory requirements. trac’s smallest circular, high-perfor- sumers and partners that a company perform reliably in compliance with the For example, health and safety information must be in the mance NFC Circus inlays and tags, values product quality and improving NFC Forum’s NFC Tag Device Type 2 language of the country where a product is made and in including the tamper detection inlay the customer experience,” said Koichi Tag standard. the language of where it is shipped. Also, depending on the Circus Tamper Loop, based on NXP’s Tagawa, Chairman, NFC Forum. product, there may be requirements for a compliance logo Continue on Barcode.com NTAG210 Micro, NTAG213, NTAG213 Continue reading >> or colored pictograms. Companies risk hefty fines, disrupting TT and NTAG216 ICs. Alejandro Torrecilla, Telecom Laborato- business, and may even be kept from entering new markets if they don’t comply.

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Xmas Spirit? Source: PR Newswire: GS1 US®, the information standards organization best known as the administrator of UPC By Craig Aberle, owner and publisher barcodes, this week celebrates 45 years since the debut and first scan of the iconic barcode. On June 26, 1974, a pack of Wrigley’s chewing gum carrying a It’s June and the orders for the 2019 Christmas season have (UPC) was scanned at a Marsh Supermarket in Troy, Ohio. Bar Code Labels Can Take The Heat been and are being placed right now. Companies who import This historic milestone marked the beginning of the modern Many everyday labeling applications such as on printed cir- goods from China are facing the prospect of those goods still shopping experience. Today, the barcode is scanned more cuit boards require printed bar codes, safety and warning la- having tariffs when they arrive on US soil. than six billion times daily and continues to be one of the most bels with legibility and adhesive bonds that must survive high trusted symbols in the world, powering global commerce. temperatures – upwards ... With the President’s latest threat (June 10, 2019) of applying $300 billion more in tariffs, anything is possible. It’s tough “Since being introduced in the grocery sector, the barcode has Barcodes? See these FAQ to make business decisions when White House policy chang- enabled countless modern conveniences for consumers and Barcodes have proven to be a cost effective way to price your es every other week. paved the way for emerging technologies,” said Bob Carpenter, products for retail, track inventory data, ship packages, and president and CEO of GS1 US. “From same-day delivery to even promote your company – but how do you get started? patient bedside scanning that ensures administration of the Printing barcode labels ... I empathize with the retailers and manufacturers who have proper medication, millions of transactions and processes to make long term plans in the midst of a mess created by would not be possible without barcodes and the underlying Best Practices for Bar Code Wristband Formatting the government. standards that uniquely identify products, services, locations Desktop Barcode for Healthcare Labels and Wrist- and more in real time. Very few other technologies have bands from Intermec PC23d wristba ... remained as relevant over four decades, nor have they grown in versatility.” Bar Code labels - make your own or buy pre-printed? If you are going to be using barcode labels, you need to con- The first barcode scan was the culmination of years of sider whether to print your own with software, labels and collaboration by inventors and the grocery industry to maybe a dedicated barcode OR whether you minimize long supermarket checkout lines. Brands and should just order from a ... retailers needed a method to automatically capture product information, reduce human error and manage the influx of How to Create a Bar Code Label in Microsoft Excel post-World War II baby-boom shoppers. While inventor ... already on your desk top. Creating a bar code in Microsoft Norman Joseph Woodland and classmate Bernard Silver Excel requires an additional font or two depending on the developed the first barcode concept — a circular, bullseye- format you choose (, , etc). You’ll want to shaped design that incorporated lines and spaces — in 1973, pay attention when it com .. the grocery industry selected the linear UPC barcode as the preferred standard, created by IBM engineer George Lauer. Good Bar Code Guidelines The Uniform Product Code Council, later named GS1, was ...bad bar code labels can be a very costly mistake for a busi- the designated administrator of barcode standards in 1974, ness to make. These guidelines should have you printing and helped brand owners use barcodes and a numbering high-quality bar codes in no time! system — today known as GS1 Global Trade Item Numbers (GTINs) — to uniquely identify their products at point-of-sale, Choosing a Bar Code Label Printer giving access to price information. This system also helped When choosing a printer to create bar code labels, it’s im- enhance inventory management to keep shelves stocked and portant to remember that not all types of printers are created allow for lower pricing due to gained efficiencies. equal. While thermal, dot matrix, ink jet, and laser printers may be capable, a ... Since the original UPC, product identification standards (now GS1 Standards) have grown into a global system, used by more than two million companies doing business in 150 countries across 25 industries. Additionally, multiple versions and uses Continue Reading >> of the barcode have been created to fit modern requirements and convey more data using the same numbering system. | Q3 2019 6 | Q3 2019 7 Continue article on Barcode.com Moving Product Packaging Processes From Chaos To Calm

By Paul Goldberg, VP Product Strategy, Loftware your product lifecycle and managed across your global enterprise. However, there are still many companies today How to Digitally Transform Your Artwork using antiquated manual processes for Artwork Management. Inconsistent data, limited access to a digital assets, poor Management Process visibility, reactive communications, and labor intensive and error prone processes mean that teams working in operational As packaging artwork becomes more important to the silos spend an inordinate amount of time creating and editing product, delays in delivering accurate and approved package artwork. Then there’s the chaos that ensues when trying to artwork have an increasing impact on time to market and a determine which version is the most accurate, what step is company’s bottom line. This is why the artwork surrounding next and who is left to approve. your product is just as valuable and important as your product itself and it requires a well-managed process. Traditionally many companies have used spreadsheets to manage their artwork and approval processes. This manual Image licensed via Pexels.com However, incorporating artwork management into the process which entails routing of printed documents through product lifecycle can present a range of complex challenges folders and emails presents a host of risks and inefficiencies. MAKE A BARCODE – especially without efficient processes in place. The desire First and foremost, these documents can easily be lost, to consistently bring new products to market ahead of the damaged (think of how a spilled cup of coffee might impact OR A QR CODE competition, while managing emerging packaging and artwork plans) or misplaced costing valuable time and energy. Then Catch up on issues you missed! design requirements, evolving regulatory compliance, the there’s generally confusion around which document copy is Click below to get more Barcode news. Create a free bar code or complexity of new packaging materials and the globalization most current. Without proper version it’s not always clear if of emerging brands, provide a range of potential disruptions your spreadsheet has been routed to the right parties and QR code using these free tools to maintaining critical path for each project. And in today’s it becomes increasingly difficult to manage changes and vast global marketplace it’s likely you may be managing provide access to final, approved content. hundreds of projects with variations for each simultaneously. Then there’s Excel – although this path may offer a digital Adding to this complexity, during their journey products will alternative, it still involves a range of inefficiencies. Data transcend multiple internal departments and stakeholders entry can be time consuming and error prone and these and interface with external resources including design shops, Excel docs are difficult to maneuver and maintain. Also, with graphic houses and printers. With so many stakeholders it’s Excel real-time comments and collaboration are out of the important to tightly manage the process and the routing question and the ability to quickly analyze historical data is of materials for edits and approvals. Without an efficient simply not possible. process in place there is likely to be increased risk of error and potential bottlenecks in the process. Ultimately, using labor intensive and inefficient digital options, as well as unreliable and error-prone manual Drowning in Spreadsheets processes (including the use of spreadsheets and routing of physical folders) adds time and risk to your product lifecycle. To manage product artwork efficiently you need an automated artwork approval process that can be incorporated into Continue Reading >>

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Cashless Retailing For All Using RFID, QR Codes And iPhones

How To Add Barcode Decathlon, the self-proclaimed world hone transactions, shoppers can check integral partner for us since the open- leader in sporting goods retailing, re- out their purchases at any point with- ing of our first Decathlon Superstore in cently opened their US flagship high- in the store using their mobile phone, the United States,” says Ashley Benson, tech retail location in Emeryville, Cal- their Apple watch, gift cards, or their product manager at Decathlon USA. Scanning To Your Website ifornia. With more than 1,500 stores traditional credit and debit cards. They “With their help and collaboration, in 49 countries, Decathlon is making a cannot use cash. we’ve been able to offer a seamless technological splash with their newest cashless checkout process that allows Article courtesy of Dynamsoft Customers can also lookup product details and review sug- location. Touting a “cashless” retail- Confronted with the notion of dis- customers to complete quick trans- gested add-ons. They can locate inventory or easily add items ing solution aimed at simplifying and enfranchised consumers, Decathlon actions. Customers who prefer to use Adding an enterprise-grade barcode scanner into a website to cart and they can use or create a gift registry. speeding up the checkout process, turned to Self-Service Networks and cash at checkout have the ability to ac- is easier than you think. With the right tools your customers shoppers avoid long checkout lines and their innovative “GiftWise Cash-2- cess Decathlon Gift Cards through the can scan barcodes from static images or live video streams. Online registers while they engage directly Card” gift card dispensing self-service GiftWise Cash-2-Card solution. This can help add workflow options that increase productivi- with Decathlon teammates on the retail kiosk. With this self-service touch floor putting them closer to the prod- screen kiosk, consumers paying with ty. A number of companies offer software development kits Savvy online shoppers already use technology to find the ucts they are shopping for. Using a so- cash are able to convert their paper (SDKs) to do this. best deals and save time at checkout. Having an easy-to-use Continue Article phisticated combination of technology currency into Decathlon gift cards. barcode scanner will allow them to take their shopping expe- solutions using RFID, QR codes, and iP- “Self-Service Networks has been an Typically, an SDK provides reliable, fast, and safe barcode rience to the next level. The use of barcodes is well known scanning. Users can scan barcodes using popular desktop and for checkout optimization. Barcodes can also be used to scan mobile browsers. There is no need for users to download, in- loyalty cards or to scan flyer coupons. They are also use for stall, or set-up any application. It is easy to integrate with just the re-ordering of products or for product registration. RFID Solutions Provider a few lines of code to implement. Once setup, users can scan NFI Named As 2019 Top 75 Green Supply all major barcode types and the solutions support scanning Showcases Technology Inno- multiple barcodes at once. Mobile Chain Partner By Inbound Logistics vations For Retail Market

Using the camera on their iOS or Android phones, customers Leading supply chain solutions pro- efficiently. We look forward to continu- Application Possibilities vider, NFI, was recently recognized by ing to contribute to creating a greener SML, the leading global item-level RFID can optimize their mobile experience by scanning their pay- solutions provider, has announced the ment information and loyalty cards for easy check out. Cus- Inbound Logistics’ 2019 list of top 75 environment and exploring new ways There are clear advantages for adding barcode scanning green supply chain partners. The annual to reduce our carbon footprint.” launch of its new Retail Ideation Space tomers can use them to sign in and do a product search and (RIS) in Plano, Texas. functionality into your website. For example, from checking then add items to a cart. They can scan payment information G75 is a curated list of companies that inventory to optimizing checkout, integrating a barcode scan- and coupons. exceed environmental expectations NFI is a leading drayage and dedicated ner into your web or mobile browser can greatly improve var- and go above and beyond to operate transportation provider, recently part- Accelerating market demands for ious worker and customer capabilities while also enhancing sustainably. nering with industry leaders to operate Item-Level RFID and other advanced In summary, the use of bar codes on your website or platform technologies that are driving a New Era your customers’ experience. can offer speed, accuracy and power to your customers, en- electric trucks. NFI also operates Near “At NFI, social responsibility is a core Zero compressed natural gas trucks in Retailing has created the need for a abling them to act instantly without the help of support staff. real-world collaboration space. Retail A bar code SDK is the best way to give that power to buyers value and the wellbeing of our com- fueled with renewable energy, as well munities, employees, and customers as electric yard horse tractors. NFI is without pain or difficulty for your development team. Retailers can utilise the RIS to learn You can empower your customers to do more with your busi- remain our highest priority,” said Sid a four-time EPA SmartWay Excellence Brown, CEO of NFI. “NFI works to award winner and continues to be rec- about and test some of the latest de- ness. While they browse your store, customers can use their velopments that are at the convergence phone to look up product information, read reviews, check continually develop new and innova- ognized for its efforts in sustainability. tive solutions to improve our environ- of operations, inventory and customer sizing charts, research manufacturing info, check inventory Continue Reading >> service. availability, and so much more. mental impact, as well as partner with Continue reading >> other industry leaders to operate more Continue reading >>

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TachyonIQ Releases DotCode Scanning EnterWorks To Lead Panel On Data Excellence And AI At Smartrac Partners With Honk To Algorithm In Support Of Tobacco Products GS1 Connect 2019 Directive Launch The “Future Of Parking” EnterWorks, the leading provider of TachyonIQ, the leader in image pro- Master Data Management (MDM) and cessing software for data capture, an- Product Information Management Smartrac, a global leader in RFID tech- registration required. The signage can nounced today the release of a new (PIM) solutions, announced it will nology and solutions, partners with be as simple as a sticker on a parking barcode scanning algorithm that om- be attending GS1 Connect June 19- Honk Mobile, a technology company meter or as robust as integrated signage To meet all application and product nidirectionally decodes the mandatory 21, 2019 at the Gaylord Rockies in that is reshaping the future of park- or a standalone structure. HonkTAP requirements, Smartrac has specifical- DotCode symbology of the EU Tobacco Denver, Colorado. The conference will ing by enabling the fastest and most provides a seamless 2-click payment ly developed its Block On-Metal NFC Products Directive. feature 120 sessions, 170 speakers and convenient customer experience with process by fully leveraging Apple Pay tags to meet Honk’s needs for maxi- more than 450 companies, including the world’s first virtual parking meter, and the underlying NFC functionality mum read range and user convenience. The European tobacco industry, with EnterWorks. Topics to be explored HonkTAP. Smartrac is supplying Honk of smartphones. Android users get the Equipped with NXP’s SLIX2 ICs which other industries following suit, has ad- vides precise identification of all pack- during the event include: Data Quality with its customized ‘Block On-Metal’ same great experience of HonkTAP via feature optimized tuning for on-metal opted systems for the traceability of aging and ensures a high level of health & Data Management, Supply Chain NFC tags, providing best-in-class prod- Google Pay, PayPal and all major credit surfaces, Block On-Metal NFC tags en- products throughout the supply chain. protection for European citizens. Innovation & Emerging Technologies, ucts and tapping functionality. cards. able best-in-class tapping distances as By imprinting a unique DotCode- bar Inventory Accuracy, and more. defined by NFC standards. code on tobacco product packaging, The DotCode barcode utilizes a 2D HonkTAP is a groundbreaking innova- Latest technology for the ultimate manufacturers and retailers are able symbol that allows for more informa- EnterWorks GM Rick Chavie headlines tion in parking – Instead of paying for parking experience at the point of pay- To complete the ultimate Tap-to-Pay to track and report product movement tion to be embedded in a substantial- the panel on “How Data Excellence parking using traditional parking ma- mentSmartrac’s high-quality NFC tech- experience, Smartrac’s longtime market and help stop the illegal smuggling and ly smaller amount of space. “Other 2D Enables AI Value Creation” along with chines which are known to experience nology comes into play by triggering the partner WS Packaging converted the counterfeiting of cigarettes and fine- barcode symbologies exist,” says Thom- Victor Chapela, CEO and Founder of vandalism, periods of downtime and point of payment; consumers tap their NFC tags into customized printed stick- cut products. as Rissmann, TachyonIQ EMEA Sales the AI-enabled Suggestic personal lineups, consumers can simply tap their smartphone on a HonkTAP parking sign ers and labels. Manager... nutrition platform and Steven Keith smartphone on any Honk signage, en- or structure that contains a secure and Consumers also benefit from the Track Platt, Director of Research and Adjunct abled by Smartrac’s Block On-Metal reliable NFC tag, which works flawless- and Trace systems, a name aptly given Professor, and leader of the AI... NFC tags, and pay for parking in sec- ly on metallic and other surfaces thanks Continue Article to the traceability of products, accord- Continue Article onds with no app download or user to its design and form factor. ing to the EU Commission, as it pro- Continue reading >>

GS1 US Publishes Guideline Barcoding, Inc. Recognized On Update For Standards For Atlas RFID Announces Launch Of Jovix 3.0 CRN’s 2019 Solution Provider U.S. FDA Unique Device Atlas RFID Solutions, the world leader multi-language options at the user-lev- heat mapped and clustered, expanding Identification in Material Readiness™ for the con- el supporting the industries increasingly as you zoom in. Automation features in- struction industry, has announced the diverse teams. The platform’s respon- cluding auto identifiers and automation 500 List GS1 US® has published a significant release of their latest track and trace sive design will allow the web appli- rules boost productivity by removing Barcoding, Inc. (Barcoding), the leader “At Barcoding, we understand that the update to its Implementation software is slated for Q3 2019. The cation to accommodate roles that are manual steps such as changing a mate- in supply chain efficiency, accuracy and world of technology is ever-changing, Guideline, “Applying the GS1 System new platform, called Jovix 3.0 is a pow- rarely tied to a desk – moving seamless- rial status based on the change of a lo- connectivity, proudly announces that and that’s why we’re always looking for of Standards for U.S. FDA Unique erful and elegant software built on a ly from desktop to tablet to mobile. In cation e.g. entering a quarantine zone. CRN®, a brand of The Channel Com- innovative solutions to help our cus- Device Identification (UDI),” which high-performance platform with fea- addition, the platform allows for config- Atlas RFID is excited to launch Jovix pany, has named Barcoding to its 2019 tomers be more efficient, accurate and provides industry best practices for ture upgrades including configurable urability – meaning “Installation Work 3.0 Track and Trace in Q3. CEO Rob- Solution Provider 500 (SP500) list. connected,” said Jay Steinmetz, CEO of implementing GS1 identification and workflows, user and role management, Package” could be renamed to a “Work ert Fuqua shared, “We have collabo- Barcoding moved up 69 spots from its Barcoding, Inc. barcode standards on medical devices and no-limit mapping. Order” to match the nomenclature of rated with our customers, some of the 2018 ranking. within the context of the U.S. Food and the project. largest owners and EPCs in the world, Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) UDI Rule. Jovix is widely known for connect- and we are proud to bring them a This annual list ranks the largest North ing the power of auto ID via barcodes Intuitive features abound including no product that will make their jobs even American IT channel partner organiza- Continue Article Continue reading >> and RFID to provide material visibility limit mapping – utilizing satellite imag- easier. The market was once reluctant tions by revenue. throughout the supply chain. Jovix 3.0 ery to remove the restrictions of yards. to digital change, and we are seeing a Track and Trace focuses on supporting Future releases will expand this even whole-hearted embrace of technolo- the user and providing flexible features further to drone images, CAD, Earth- gies including... Continue reading >> for each project. Jovix 3.0 will offer Cam, etc. In addition, materials will be SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW

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Webinar On Temperature TEKLYNX International With Identify3D, Manufacturers Gain Challenges In The Clinical Ten Companies Commit To Improv- Launches “Barcode Better™” Data Security, Usage Control, And Supply Chain ing The Health And Empowerment Global Branding Traceability Along Digital Supply Chains With the growth in biologics and Of More Than 250,000 Women TEKLYNX International, the global lead- biosimilar type drugs, there is an er in barcode and RFID labeling soft- Attendees at this year’s Rapid+TCT increase in demand for cold chain ware solutions, today announced the digital manufacturing conference can management solutions to handle Workers In Global Supply Chains launch of its “Barcode Better™” global preview the latest software solution for the packaging, labelling, storage and branding. Featuring a refreshed brand Ten global companies today announced Conference – the world’s largest global securely enabling the digital thread. At shipping of refrigerated and frozen identity and newly designed website, new and expansive commitments to gathering on gender equality and the booth #1459, Identify3D is debuting product. Appropriate cold chain the new branding showcases the com- improving the health and empower- health, rights, and well-being of girls the latest release of its suite of software solutions can help sponsors and CROs pany’s long-standing customer-centric ment of a combined more than 250,000 and women – are part of a growing solutions that equip manufacturers address the challenges of temperature- philosophy and unique perspective on women workers and community mem- movement in the private sector to con- to confidently embrace decentralized controlled conditions that could barcodes. manufacturing models. jeopardise the quality of these drugs bers around the globe. nect the dots between women’s shift censing rules. Identify3D Manage™ into the global workforce, their unmet and their clinical trials. “TEKLYNX’ ‘Barcode Better’ branding facilitates secure and accountable dig- Commitments from Unilever, Twinings, need for essential health and empow- The latest Identify3D suite integrates speaks to our brand’s core essence,” ital distribution of these assets, while Nordstrom, Lindex, Shahi, MAS Hold- erment information and services, and intellectual property protection, man- Join Almac Clinical Services’ experts states TEKLYNX Global Marketing Di- Identify3D Enforce™ authenticates ings, Hela Clothing, Inditex, Share Hope, the business potential of a healthy and ufacturing repeatability, and traceabil- Bryan Thompson, Production Manager rector Jenna Wagner. “The reality is and decrypts the secure container and and Ethical Apparel Africa will reach productive workforce. ity into a comprehensive solution that and Anthony Mistretta, Distribution ‘barcode’ is more than a labeling stan- enforces the business and production workers in 14 countries with health and counters the constantly evolving se- Manager in a live webinar on dard, it’s an action that makes compa- rules during manufacturing. “With this empowerment information or services, But too often, the needs of these wom- curity threats faced by manufacturers Wednesday, June 26, 2019 at 11am nies work. TEKLYNX is the only label update, we’re making it even easier for such as contraception, maternal health, en workers – from basic health care, to throughout the digital manufacturing EDT (4pm BST/UK) to learn about: software provider to refer to ‘barcode’ manufacturers to integrate standard- menstrual health, reproductive cancer protection from harassment and vio- process. Identify3D’s Protect™ appli- • Selecting appropriate packaging as a verb and it’s a distinction that al- ization and protection into their digital screening, skill building, anti-harass- lence... cation enables industrial designers to based on temperature requirements lows us to make companies work bet- workflow... ment programs, and more. create a secure container that encrypts • Understanding how temperature- ter.” manufacturing build files and couples sensitive trial materials are labelled These groundbreaking commitments, Continue Article them with business and production li- Continue Article Continue reading >> Read more >> announced at the Women Deliver 2019

SCALE Challenge Launches To Disrupt NFI And 6 River Systems To OCR Canada Ltd. Announces Recent Zebra Technologies Completes Present At 3PL & Supply Chain Acquisition Of Profitect Inc. Summit Acquisition Of Multisource Group Corporation Supply Chain And Logistics Zebra Technologies Corporation Under the Barcodes Group, OCR Can- bers was paramount when considering The Center for Advancing Innovation For the challenge, CAI evaluated thou- Joanne Hoberg, VP of Solutions (NASDAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the ada has achieved strong growth, con- acquisition partners. We also wanted (CAI), a global 501(c)3 nonprofit that sands of inventions with potential and Engineering at NFI, and Jerome edge of the enterprise with solutions tinuing to be Canada’s leading provider our customers to have access to broad- works to accelerate research commer- transformational impact on supply Dubois, Co-founder and Co-CEO of 6 and partners that enable businesses of supply chain automation solutions. er products and professional services cialization, launches the SCALE (Sup- chain and logistics. Inventions include River Systems will present at the 3PL to gain a performance edge, today With a strategy to serve the entire Ca- offerings for both inside-the-four-walls ply Chain and Logistics Enterprises) technology in the areas of artificial in- & Supply Chain Summit taking place announced that it has completed its nadian Market, executive management and mobile solutions needs. Challenge. The open innovation con- telligence (AI), autonomous vehicles, June 10 – 12, 2019 in Atlanta, Ga. acquisition of Profitect Inc., a privately- is confident this acquisition will enable test, supported by the Walton Family drones, robotics, 3D printing, machine The session titled, “How Collaborative held, leading provider of prescriptive OCR Canada to provide the best solu- Fortunately, OCR Canada offers a wide Foundation, will launch 20+ companies learning, augmented reality and virtual Robots Can Empower Employees and analytics for the retail and consumer tions and services available, nation- product and service set including wire- working to disrupt the supply chain and reality. From this diverse pool of tech- Drive Efficiency,” will explore ways in packaged goods (CPG) industries. wide. less networking, repair, staging and logistics industry sector. The resulting nologies, an invention selection com- which new technology can enhance Financial terms of the acquisition are system engineering AND the existing companies will be headquartered in mittee, comprised of industry experts both business strategy and enable not being disclosed. Don Hartwick, President of Multisource Multisource team located in Calgary Northwest Arkansas, home to Walmart, and potential investors... employees to do their jobs more Group Corporation, stated “Multisource will continue to serve our local custom- Tyson, J.B. Hunt and the University of efficiently. Zebra empowers the front line Arkansas. Group is very pleased to announce that ers. I am confident OCR will provide our of business in retail/ecommerce, we have been acquired by OCR Canada, customers with the high-touch service Continue Article Read more >> manufacturing, transportation the largest and fastest growing compa- they have always associated with Mul- and logistics, healthcare and other ny in our industry. Ensuring our western tisource as well as OCR’s broader prod- industries to achieve a performance customers would continue to be served uct and support offerings.” edge. Continue reading >> SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW by our existing Multisource team mem- Continue reading >> | Q3 2019 14 | Q3 2019 15 RECENT BARCODE NEWS RECENT BARCODE NEWS

Loftware Announces Enterprise TSC Auto ID Technology Haven Announces Affordable Announces It Will Not Raise Global Track And Trace Labeling Solution For The Medical Prices In Face Of Impending Product Device Industry China Tariffs Loftware, Inc., the global leader in En- workflow framework and eSignature TSC Auto ID Technology (TSC), has terprise Labeling and Artwork Manage- capabilities to provide new levels of announced there will be no price ment Solutions, today announced the visibility, full audit tracking and pow- increases as a result of recent tariffs availability of Loftware Spectrum for erful control for managing labels. The on products imported from China. Medical Device. This digital platform is solution offers GS1-ready label tem- In keeping with the company’s specifically designed to meet the unique plates and a comprehensive set of stock commitment to ensuring its partners DHL Express Launches Its First Regular requirements of device manufacturers symbols to streamline the label design success, the company has decided to Haven, Inc., considered one of the and support the challenges of labeling process and enable compliance with in- keep prices at current levels for both Fully-Automated And Intelligent Urban pioneers of the digital revolution in in validated environments. It provides dustry regulations. TSC and Printronix brands. shipping logistics, announced the new levels of control so companies availability of its new stand-alone cloud- can more effectively manage regula- “We understand the challenges in- The United States Government Drone Delivery Service based ocean tracking platform, Haven tory requirements, including UDI, EU volved in meeting evolving regulatory announced its intention to impose DHL Express, the world’s leading in- ter in Guangzhou, with the attendance Track and Trace. The new product MDR and 21 CRF Part 11, across their requirements as medical device com- tariffs of up to 25% on goods imported ternational express delivery service of senior executives from both compa- allows any shipper, freight-forwarder, global enterprise. panies implement, deploy, maintain and from China effective June 24, 2019. provider, and the world’s leading intel- nies. This cutting-edge solution takes trader or broker to easily track the scale their labeling operations globally. The tariffs will significantly impact the ligent autonomous aerial vehicle com- its inaugural flight for a DHL customer, journey of their ocean cargo from the Spectrum for Medical Device helps Loftware’s depth of knowledge and vast cost of printers, printheads, batteries, pany EHang have entered into a strate- making DHL the first international -ex point of origin to its final destination in companies manage labeling, including experience in the medical device space and accessories and has resulted in gic partnership to jointly launch a fully press company to provide such a ser- real-time. A free 30-day trial is available the design, approval and validation of enables us to fully address the unique many printer manufacturers raising automated and intelligent smart drone vice in China. to encourage the sharing of critical labels and other content across multi- needs of this market,” stated Josh Roff- their prices. delivery solution to tackle the last-mile information across teams so anyone at ple environments from test and QA to man, Loftware Vice President of Prod- delivery challenges in the urban areas any point can take action as needed. validation, development and produc- uct Management. “During these difficult and uncertain of China. Continue Reading tion. Available in the cloud or on-prem- times, we want our partners to feel Continue reading >> ise, the solution offers a configurable Continue Reading secure in the stability of our products The launch ceremony was held today at and prices... Continue reading >> the EHang Command and Control Cen-

Socket Mobile Appoints Lynn FP Mailing Solutions Announces Zhao As CFO Five ScanSource Leaders Recognized As 2019 ParcelPods Locker System Socket Mobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), Women Of The Channel an innovative provider of mobile productivity solutions, today announced ScanSource, Inc., a leading global pro- • Evamarie Ghiggeri, Vice President, Power 100 lists are two of the most FP Mailing Solutions is excited to intro- that Lynn Zhao, 50, has been appointed vider of technology products and solu- Technology Enablement and De- prestigious, highly regarded compila- duce ParcelPods, a self-service parcel to the position of Vice President of tions, announced today that CRN®, a livery, POS Portal, a ScanSource tions of the most influential women in locker system that streamlines the way Finance and Administration, Secretary brand of The Channel Company, has Company the channel,” said Christy Thompson, you receive and manage packages. Par- and Chief Financial Officer. Ms. Zhao named five members of the ScanSource • Ansley Hoke, Senior Vice President, Vice President, Worldwide Marketing, celPods are the perfect companion for has served as the Company’s Controller leadership team to its prestigious 2019 Marketing, North America ScanSource. “I can’t think of a better multi-tenant housing, large companies, since January 2015 and was appointed Women of the Channel list. The leaders • Jess Maria, Director of Marketing, way to recognize the dedication and colleges and universities who are look- as Vice President and Controller in on this annual list are from all areas of Intelisys, a ScanSource Company value Tracey, Evamarie, Ansley, Jess, ing to provide a more automated and September 2017. She has served as a the IT channel ecosystem represent- • Julie Von Bokern, Director, Global and Julie bring to ScanSource, the chan- secure way to handle incoming packag- member of the Company’s Executive ing technology suppliers, distributors, Customer Insights nel, and most importantly, our partners es. Leadership team since her appointment solution providers, and other IT organi- and team members. I am honored to as Vice President and Controller. zations. Each is recognized for her con- Ansley Hoke was also named to CRN’s work alongside these incredibly talent- tributions to channel advocacy, channel Power 100 list, which represents an ex- ed and committed women.” Continue Reading Continue reading >> growth and visionary leadership. Scan- ceptional 100 female executives whose Source’s honorees include: expertise, insight and influence help drive channel success. • Tracey Boucher, Vice President, Continue Article SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW Supplier Services “CRN’s Women of the Channel and

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Coridian Technologies, Inc. Avery Dennison An IoT Solution That Makes OmniStore Turns Grocery Stores Expands Offerings Through Inventory Count Itself Into Small Fulfillment Centers Merger With UDI Global And EVRYTHNG Solutions Partner With 1017 Intralogistics specialist TGW and the shop-fitting professionals from ‘um- Coridian Technologies, Inc. (Coridian) ALYX 9SM Allowing dasch The Store Makers’ have devel- and UDI Global Solutions announce oped an innovative store and logistics the successful merger between the Consumers To ‘Track concept for food retailing called Omni- two companies was completed in April Store, an omni-channel model that in- 2019. The combined firms will operate To The Rack’ Customers want what they want and tegrates logistics processes. OmniStore under the Coridian name headquartered they want it NOW. In this era of hyper combines the strengths of traditional Avery Dennison (NYSE:AVY) and in Chanhassen, Minnesota, as the first competition, having the right product, retail with the benefits of e-commerce, EVRYTHNG today announced the due to the rapid growth of online com- company to offer complete Unique in the right quantity, at the right place but it does so at local grocery stores. At launch of an innovative new blockchain merce, this approach is now increas- Device Identification (UDI) compliance can mean the difference between a trade forum organized by CASH trade solution for the fashion industry, in part- ingly reaching its limits. Selling food via services and all necessary hardware survival or extinction for businesses. magazine in Fuschl, Austria (24 to 26 nership with 1017 ALYX 9SM, Matthew the Internet follows other rules than and supplies required to implement Inventory Management is the key to April 2019), OmniStore was introduced Williams’s cutting edge fashion label. traditional distribution, thereby placing successful solutions. satisfy customer demands. Retailers, to a large specialist audience for the This proof of concept distributed ledger new and different demands on supply technology (DLT) solution is an exten- distributors, and manufacturers are first time where it was met with great Mike Cleary, Coridian Technologies chains. sion of Avery Dennison’s Janela™ plat- looking for better solutions to manage approval. President, commented, “Adding the form, powered by EVRYTHNG, which their inventory. Families and younger customer groups global UDI Global Solutions solution The supply chain in food retailing has allows brands to create clothing that in particular are increasingly buying set and expertise under the Coridian Even though businesses have consistently been optimized over de- is born digital, and connect with their food online either from at home or on umbrella allows us to provide medical sophisticated ERP software, the actual cades to provide best possible service customers directly via a QR code on the than ever to consumers, who express the go via their smartphones. technology companies complete end to counting and data entry is done by at lowest possible costs. This was fea- label. With this announcement, we’ve growing concerns over sustainable and end device traceability and management human beings, periodically, in a labor sible as long as companies were able to added the capabilities of EVRYTHNG ethically-sourced fashion, alongside solutions that satisfy United States and intensive and slow process. As a result fulfill changing consumer needs with Blockchain Integration Hub partner, clothing provenance. This ‘track to the global requirements.” the data is not current and is prone to store models that did not fundamental- Continue Reading IOTA, to provide consumers with full rack’ capability is a response to those transparency and provenance for the errors. Continue reading >> ly impact the material flow. However, Continue reading >> concerns and allows consumers and 1017 ALYSX 9SM apparel items they brands alike to see an item’s journey purchase and wear. from creation to sale... GS1 US Issues Guideline Cognex To Participate Savi Technology Announces The First Brand transparency is more important For Order Consolidation Continue reading >> In Upcoming Investor Truly Global Sensor Designed To In Apparel And General Conferences Merchandise Eliminate In-Transit Blind Spots Brother Unveils New Labeling Products Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) GS1 US®, in collaboration with announced today that Robert J. Willett, Savi®, an innovator in big data/machine ed to mitigate the risk and cost of de- leading North American apparel and For Supply Chain Chief Executive Officer, will discuss learning analytic solutions, supply chain layed or lost shipments. general merchandise brands, retailers Brother Mobile Solutions, Inc. (BMS), a nel commerce and the unprecedented the company’s performance and future management software and sensor tech- and solution providers, has published premier provider of mobile and desk- demand for efficiency in shipping and prospects at two upcoming investor nology, today announced the newest The most significant visibility gaps in the GS1 US Apparel and General top printers, announces the launch of product delivery. conferences: addition to its current suite of sensors. global multi-modal shipping happen Merchandise Guideline – Order its groundbreaking new TD 4 Desktop Savi Locate™ for global multi-modal when a shipment is transferred from Consolidation Best Practices, offering Thermal Printer Series designed with Print Performance Meets Affordabili- Sanford C. Bernstein’s 35th Annual shipments is the first sensor built to land-to-sea or sea-to-land. Traditional industry-supported recommendations ‘supply-chain-ready’ functionality for ty - The TD 4 Desktop Thermal Printer Strategic Decisions Conference at the operate on all available 4G, 3G and 2G Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) carri- for consolidating multiple purchases printing barcode labels, tags or receipts portfolio includes industry-leading per- Grand Hyatt New York in New York, cellular networks to ensure shippers er messages provide delayed milestone across multiple departments into for virtually any application in the ware- formance and connectivity along with NY. Mr. Willet’s presentation will be on have live, streaming visibility to goods information. a single carton to reduce shipping house, transportation & logistics supply seamless workflow integration deliv- Thursday, May 30, 2019, beginning at in-transit worldwide. When coupled and handling costs while improving chain, manufacturing plant, retail, hospi- ered at a price point that is unmatched 3:00 p.m. EDT. with Savi Visibility™ software, shippers Continue Reading sustainability. tal, and other fast-paced environments. in the industry. will have up-to-the-minute data need- Continue reading >> The newly unveiled product series was Continue reading >> engineered to help the small-to-midsize business or warehouse meet new stan- Continue Article SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW dards of speed driven by omni-chan-

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TEKLYNX International Earns U.S. Patent Issued For Lab To Showcase Self-Driving Groundbreaking DNA-Based Heilind Electronics Supply Chain Solutions At Two Stevie® Awards In The 2019 Barcoding Technology To Adds BradyPrinter SAPPHIRE NOW® Improve Food Traceability American Business Awards® M611 Mobile Label Camelot’s focus will be on innovations SafeTraces, Inc. announced today in state-of-the-art digital value chain that the U.S. Patent and Trademark management: from Demand-Driven TEKLYNX International, the world’s Printer Office granted the company a U.S. MRP and blockchain based business leading barcode and RFID labeling soft- Patent titled DNA Based Bar Code for applications to AI in master data ware developer and solutions provid- Heilind Electronics, a leading global dis- Improved Food Traceability. The patent management. Conference attendees er, today announced it was awarded tributor of electronic components and discloses a novel method for encoding will experience high-grade live demos a Stevie for New Product of the Year authorized distributor for Brady, has and decoding digital information to and expert discussions at Camelot and TEKLYNX Product Manager Travis added the BradyPrinter M611 mobile and from DNA strands. The SafeTraces booth #444. Wayne was awarded a Stevie for Prod- label printer to its line of Brady identifi- technology uses DNA strands drawn uct Developer of the Year in the 17th cation products. from seaweed and allows the food Self-Driving Supply Chains are built Annual American Business Awards. The M611’s convenience and ease of and agricultural industries to create With more and more identification use are complemented by its durability. through integration, automation and and apply unique, edible, flavorless the use of latest technology. Camelot More than 3,800 nominations from or- tasks being completed outside of the The printer operates on a lithium-ion DNA barcodes directly to the food, not will showcase how end-to-end value ganizations of all sizes in virtually every traditional office setting, the need for battery that remains powered through- the packaging. These barcodes carry chain management brings companies industry were evaluated for this year’s mobile labeling solutions becomes crit- out the day. Additionally, it features a industry-leading barcode and RFID complete source data, stay on the food closer to the vision of the Self-Driving American Business Awards competition ical. Brady’s new M611 mobile label rugged design that withstands even the software solutions provider continues throughout the supply chain, and can be Supply Chain. and over 200 professionals worldwide printer fulfills this need by offering a harshest environments. to digitally transform labeling for com- read in minutes to confirm provenance participated in the judging process to way to print labels remotely. The new panies around the world. and purity of any food item. Earlier this year, SAP announced a select this year’s winners. printer utilizes the Brady Workstation Each unit presents a diverse set of con- Express Labels mobile app, featuring a nection options, including Bluetooth, joint initiative with Camelot ITLab TEKLYNX credits its continued invest- The result is a highly scalable, cost- to co-develop a solution to bring the TEKLYNX International’s American touch-screen interface for fast and easy Wi-Fi and USB 2.0. The units also fea- ment in software design... effective way of uniquely identifying Demand-Driven Adaptive Enterprise Business Awards come on the cusp of label creation. It also includes smart-cell ture an auto cutter and a 300 dpi print the food - not just the box or pallet - (DDAE) model into the SAP Integrated the company’s recent product launch, technology that communicates with the head for crisp output. This versatile that is far superior to conventional DNA Business Planning solution. regarded as its most innovative and software, labels and ribbon materials – printer is ideal for mid-volume industri- Continue Reading tagging. Continue reading >> Continue reading >> robust product launch to date, as the ultimately streamlining the label setup al printing in sectors like contract man- and creation processes, resulting in ufacturing and logistics. time and labor savings. Datex Launches Pack Verification For SoulCycle Selects EnVista Continue reading >> Cognex Reports Results For To Support Rapid Growth, The First Quarter Of 2019 E-Commerce Omnichannel Fulfillment Customer Satisfaction Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) Through Omni-Channel Warehouse Operations Zebra Technologies Announces First- today announced financial results for Solutions the first quarter of 2019. Table 1 below Datex recently announced the debut Using handheld mobile devices or bar- shows selected financial data for Q1-19 of a new feature in its award-winning code readers, warehouse workers scan Quarter 2019 Results enVista, a leading global software compared with Q1-18 and Q4-18. warehouse management software that the box in order to view its contents. solutions and consulting services helps improve order fulfillment accura- The new pack verification feature dis- Zebra Technologies Corporation (NAS- ecutive officer of Zebra Technologies. firm enabling both physical and “Our Q1 results were in line with our cy. The new pack verification feature in- plays images of each item in the box on DAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the edge “We are increasing our 2019 sales and digital commerce, announces today guidance and we set a new first-quarter cluded in Datex FootPrint® WMS soft- the user interface of the WMS. Ware- of the enterprise with solutions and profit outlook based on our solid start that SoulCycle, a New York City- revenue record,” said Dr. Robert J. ware reduces errors, processing time house workers find this streamlines the partners that enable businesses to gain to the year and recent acquisition of based lifestyle brand, has selected Shillman, Founder and Chairman of and labor when packing and shipping package checking process. a performance edge, today announced Temptime Corporation. We remain enVista’s omni-channel software Cognex. “However, slower business product from a fulfillment warehouse, results for the first quarter ended focused on our enterprise asset intel- solutions to enable SoulCycle’s digital conditions have dampened our 3PL or distribution center. The pack March 30, 2019. ligence vision to drive innovative solu- transformation strategy and initiatives. expectations for growth in the near verification feature is fast and easy to Continue Reading tions for our customers.” term. Nevertheless, our products are use. “Our first quarter results were driven Continue reading >> by solid execution and strong demand a key element of factory automation for our leading portfolio of solutions. Continue Article and logistics, which we believe are We outperformed in data capture and both growth markets, and we remain mobile computing and managed costs optimistic about Cognex’s future over the long term.” Continue reading >> SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW well,” said Anders Gustafsson, chief ex-

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Padlock Seal Offers 1D -Bar Supply Chain Solutions For Global Brands; Avery Dennison Announces First Quarter 2019 Results code, 2D And QR Code Mark- Integrated Services Provide Speed To ing Options Avery Dennison Corporation Market For Multi-Unit Programs (NYSE:AVY) today announced preliminary, unaudited results for its first DAVACO has introduced an enhanced quarter ended March 30, 2019. All non- service that streamlines the movement GAAP financial measures referenced in of assets and inventory to support this document are reconciled to GAAP multi-unit programs. Building on the in the attached tables. Unless otherwise company’s existing logistics and con- indicated, comparisons are to the same solidation capabilities, DAVACO supply period in the prior year Asset Tracking System Reveals chain provides speed to market, with a single point of contact, from procure- “Our Q1 performance was solid, Enhancements To Reservation Feature ment and logistics to final installation. given a challenging start to the year, Integrating supply chain services with with adjusted earnings in line with ASAP Systems, the market leader in The Reservation Feature can now TydenBrooks, the global market lead- program management and execution our expectations,” said Mitch Butier, Inventory System and Asset Tracking, be used as a means for checking in, er in security seals, announced today helps brands alleviate the challenges President and CEO. reveals enhancements on the Reserva- checked out asset items without using a new product, the HL-6 Padlock Seal. related to order management, material tion Feature for its On-Premises Asset a list. The enhancements include the The HL-6 Padlock Seal is the latest ad- visibility and the coordination of mul- “In the Label and Graphic Materials Tracking System. added ability to check-out and check- dition to TydenBrooks’ indicative plas- tiple suppliers to meet critical program segment, organic growth slowed, in asset items based on a reservation. tic seals catalog and adds new securi- chasing, inventory management, trans- schedules. while profitability was solid. We expect This feature is already available using Users can now profit from this flexible ty and design features to enhance the portation, warehousing, consolidation, organic growth and operating margin the online Asset Tracking System. The and time-saving process during every- padlock seal line. The main new fea- material sequencing and various ‘in a By working earlier in the development to improve through the course of the Reservation Feature allows users to day procedures. tures are an extended spring arm with box” solutions that are customized to of programs with clients and suppliers, year. Retail Branding and Information make reservations that can be used to a plugged barrel, allowing for more ap- maximize each initiative. DAVACO can identify efficiencies and Solutions continues to deliver, with populate the checkout and check-in plication options, and laser 1D, 2D and resources needed to better synchronize another quarter of strong sales growth transaction. The Reservation Feature Continue Article QR marking. FF&E/OS&E deliveries with project ex- for RFID products... Read more >> offers better scheduling of asset avail- Continue Article ecution. The company coordinates pur- ability. Continue reading >>

Beaconstac Launches An Innovative Socket Mobile Reports First Pepsi Hydration Station Using QR Impinj Reports First Quarter Quarter Revenue Growth And 2019 Financial Results Profitable Operating Results QR Code Marketing Solution With Codes For Tracking Impinj, Inc. (NASDAQ: PI), a leading Online Retargeting Socket Mobile, Inc. (NASDAQ: SCKT), Built to reflect how people drink water provider and pioneer of RAIN RFID a leading innovator of data capture today, the new hydration platform from solutions for identifying, locating and Beaconstac has introduced a new QR powerful tool to businesses: Retarget- and delivery solutions for enhanced PepsiCo, Inc is a connected ecosystem authenticating everyday items, today code management platform that not ing. productivity, today reported revenue that responds to the rise in consump- released its financial results for the first only allows marketers and businesses growth and profitable operating results tion of low-and-no-sugar drinks as well quarter ended March 31, 2019. to create and manage QR code cam- Potential leads that have scanned a QR for the first quarter ended March 31, as heightened focus on plastic’s effect paigns but also offers the capability to code offline can be retargeted online 2019. on the environment. As part of Pepsi- “First-quarter results were strong, with drive data-driven location-based cam- on Facebook and Google. With a CTR Co’s Beyond the Bottle efforts, the new revenue, net loss and adjusted EBITDA paigns. These QR codes are fully cus- that is 10x higher than that of a normal Revenue for the first quarter of 2019 system makes it easier for people to loss outperforming our guidance and tomizable, trackable, schedule-able and display ad, retargeting users that have was $4.6 million, a 16 percent increase stay hydrated with great-tasting bever- revenue a record for a first-quarter,” can be reused more than once. Along already seen a QR code campaign will compared to revenue of $4.0 million ages, digitally track their hydration, and said Chris Diorio, Impinj co-founder with powerful analytics and the abili- be instrumental in helping businesses for the same quarter a year ago and help meet the growing consumer de- and CEO. “We also announced our ty to fine-tune campaigns in real time, improve their conversion rates. an increase of 12 percent compared to mand for more sustainable packaging. new Impinj M700 endpoint IC family, Beaconstac’s QR code solution offers a the previous quarter’s revenue of $4.1 which I believe to be our most exciting Continue Article million. Read more >> Following PepsiCo’s recent acquisition new-product introduction in a decade. of SodaStream, the platform is the next The Impinj M700 dramatically shrinks step along PepsiCo’s Beyond the Bottle chip size while increasing the range, reliability and read speed of RAIN RFID SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW journey, which encompasses ways to deliver beverages without single-use systems.... Continue reading >> plastic bottles. | Q3 2019 22 Continue reading >> | Q3 2019 23 RECENT BARCODE NEWS RECENT BARCODE NEWS

Zebra Named To Forbes’ Best Employer Code Again Ranks In Top 20 Honeywell Heavy Mark & Read Enables Real-Time For Patents Issued In Utah Code Verification For More List For 4th Year Duty Industrial Printer Applications Code, an innovator in healthcare Zebra Technologies Corporation (NAS- timize operations through connected, automation and mobile technology, Features Industry- DAQ: ZBRA), an innovator at the edge collaborative workflows. was honored at the 2019 Utah Genius of the enterprise with solutions and First Internal Label Awards for the number of patents partners that enable businesses to “At Zebra, we are cultivating an inclu- issued during the 2018 calendar year. Verification System gain a performance edge, announced sive and diverse culture where creativi- It is the third straight year Code has it has been named to Forbes’ list of ty and innovation thrives,” said Michael been recognized for key contributions “America’s Best Employers,” for the H. Terzich, Chief Administrative Officer, in driving Utah’s creative economy. Honeywell (NYSE: HON) has intro- fourth consecutive year. Based on rec- Zebra Technologies. “We are fortunate duced a new high-performance indus- ommendations from current employees to have some of the brightest talent in Code was distinguished as a 2018 Top 20 trial printer with integrated label veri- and industry professionals, Zebra made the industry, and our passion to serve fication and precision printing features Company by Number of Patents Issued Markem-Imaje, part of Dover (NYSE: the list of mid-sized companies for its our partners and customers is one of that deliver error-free printing. during 2017, earning 19 from the U.S. DOV), launches the expansion of ongoing commitment to employee en- our greatest strengths. We will contin- The Honeywell PX940 Industrial Printer Patent and Trademark Office. Code’s the CoLOS® Mark & Read camera gagement, inclusion and diversity. ue to invest in fostering an environment features the industry’s first internal ver- President and CEO, George Powell, and and software system that helps that attracts top professionals to help ification system providing customers tribution, industrial manufacturing and Vice President of Engineering, Ryan manufacturers tailor code verification Zebra’s diverse workforce of about our customers gain a competitive edge.” with defect free and accurate barcodes automotive parts manufacturers. Hoobler, were also recognized as Top to best suit application needs 7,400 employees globally is driving a every time. With pass/fail and Ameri- 20 Patentees. The previous year, Code and budget. As products go down growing portfolio of intelligent edge Founded in 1969, Zebra has provided can National Standards Institute grades “We have seen retailers charge back was granted 13 patents, also resulting production lines, users can choose to solutions and devices designed to em- 50 years of technology expertise, lead- from 1 to 4, barcodes that do not meet up to 20 percent of a shipment value in a Top 20 finish. check code presence, readability and power those on the front line of busi- ership and innovation. The company an established threshold are retracted, if a barcode is not complaint to their data accuracy on packaging. Confirming ness. These solutions are delivered in has seven regional innovation and de- voided and a new label is reprinted. standards, usually at a costly fine,” said Code, an innovator in healthcare that products are properly coded while collaboration with an ecosystem of sign centers with more than 4,400 U.S. Taylor Smith, chief marketing officer automation and mobile technology, on the production line – at the precise more than 10,000 partners in more and international patents issued and With the integrated verifier, custom- of Honeywell’s Productivity Products was honored at the 2019 Utah Genius time they are printed – CoLOS® Mark than 100 countries, enabling customers pending. ers required to comply with regulatory business. “The integrated verifier and Awards... & Read minimizes scrapped production to create smart environments and op- standards will no longer be subjected Honeywell’s advanced image process- and factory rework while preventing Continue Reading to fines and other costs associated with ing software records all data to the Continue reading >> recalls. Continue reading >> barcodes that cannot be scanned. Com- cloud, ensuring customers never have a plying with these regulatory standards poor-quality label.” are vital for many industries, including BarTender 2019 Introduces Innovative, Barcodes, RFID And AI Yield transportation and logistics, healthcare Continue reading >> Shareholder Value Is Cost Savings Of 20%+ and pharmaceuticals, shipping and dis- Inextricably Linked To Supply Powerful Features For Enterprise Chain Performance In Univ Of BellHawk is pleased to announce the Tennessee White Paper Labeling availability of a new white paper “How to Super ID Tags With QR Code Now Free Cut Manufacturing Overhead Costs by Seagull Scientific has announced the wrapping, and the ability to use 20% or More Using Real-Time Artificial For Law Enforcement And Active Military Global supply chain and operations immediate availability of BarTender multiple database records in a single Intelligence” by Dr. Peter Green. consulting firm Maine Pointe is featured 2019, the latest version of the world’s document, enabling customers to From Dynotag prominently in a white paper published most trusted software for transforming leverage BarTender for packing slips, This white paper is available as a PDF by the University of Tennessee’s Global business information into the labels, invoices, pallet labels, and more. download from the “White ” link Dynotag, makers of the Super IDs fam- simply scanning a QR code on the ID Supply Chain Institute (GSCI), titled barcodes, RFID tags, smartcards, doc- at the bottom of www.BellHawk.com. ily of smart ID tags, announced ex- or by going online and entering the ID “Driving shareholder value with your uments, packing slips and pallet labels • Intelligent Forms™ enable the cre- Today, in many manufacturing pansion of their popular “Thank First number. Available as necklaces, brace- supply chain.” The paper shows the that drive all companies—from micro- ation of complex print-time pro- operations, the overhead costs Responders” program, which provides lets, key tags or cards, a SuperMed ID inextricable link between shareholder businesses to global enterprises. cesses and automation. significantly exceed the direct cost complimentary smart IDs to emergen- provides vastly more lifesaving informa- value and supply chain performance, BarTender 2019 focuses on real cus- of making products, especially with cy medical personnel. Effective imme- tion than traditional medical IDs can. exploring specific areas where many tomer needs with every innovation: automation of production operations. diately, Law Enforcement and Active organizations fall short, and highlighting Continue Reading Military will also be eligible for the free success factors and an actual case study • The improved BarTender Designer Continue reading >> program. of how an organization was able to introduces grids, tables, easy text Continue Article add $600 million of cash flow through A SuperMedID™ provides instant ac- supply chain optimization. cess to a detailed emergency profile by Continue reading >> SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW

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SAE International Updates Key Technical A New Era For Supply Chain Liveclicker Releases #Promat Barcoding, Inc. To Exhibit And LiveCoupon, A New Capability Standard That Addresses Counterfeit Host Two On-Floor Seminars At For Distributing Personalized Datalogic, a global leader in the Coupon Codes In Email Parts In Aerospace Supply Chain automatic data capture and industrial process automation will be unveiling ProMat 2019 Marketing Messages top innovations at ProMat at Chicago’s SAE International has published Revi- McCormick Place, April 8-11, 2019. Liveclicker, a global provider of re- “LiveCoupon reduces operational com- Examinations of economic uncertainty, sion C of Aerospace Standard AS5553 ProMat is the premier expo for the al-time email personalization solutions plexity for such campaigns by automat- supply chain opportunities and Counterfeit Electrical, Electronic, and latest manufacturing, distribution and for B2C marketers, today announces ing the messaging of the promotions increasing technological advancement Electromechanical (EEE) Parts; Avoid- supply chain equipment and systems in the release of LiveCoupon, allowing based on consumers’ previous engage- fueled ample discussion during SMC³’s ance, Detection, Mitigation, and Dispo- North America. marketers to increase email conversion ment (with the same promotion). This three-day Jump Start 2019 educational sition. comed the publication of AS5553C by serving and testing personalized of- further helps us with customer seg- conference at the Renaissance Waverly which the aerospace industry will rely In booth S3931, Datalogic will present, fers in multiple text, barcode, and QR mentation, making our program more Hotel Atlanta. This Standard was originally created on to address the risks associated with code formats. relevant and effective.” counterfeit electronic parts. following its innovative trajectory, and has been updated in response to several new products, including some The next SMC³ conference will take continually evolving, significant, and exclusive products that will made With LiveCoupon, a component of Marketers are accustomed to cumber- place starting June 24 at the Broadmoor increasing risk of counterfeit electrical, The new revision (SAE AS5553C) in- Liveclicker’s RealTime Email suite, mar- some workflows for coupon code distri- in Colorado Springs, Co. For more cludes requirements, practices and available soon – this is a unique electronic, and electromechanical (EEE) opportunity to discover some of the keters save time through automating bution. LiveCoupon replaces the need information about Connections 2019, parts entering the global aerospace methods related to EEE parts manage- coupon code distribution, and improve to create multiple customer segments visit http://www.smc3connections. ment, supplier management, procure- most advanced technologies for the supply chain and other high-reliability Supply Chain: results from incentives by serving the requiring multiple campaign deploy- com. and critical sectors, posing significant ment, traceability and control, training right incentive form and value to the ments, which adds to the complexity performance, reliability, and safety and response strategies when suspect right customers. of A/B testing non-unique codes. Live- More than 560 carriers, shippers, 3PLs parts are discovered. • New ways to accelerate high speed risks. sorting, image inspection, track Coupon offers further value by giving and other supply chain professionals & trace and cost efficiencies for “LiveCoupon enhances our ability to marketers the ability to respond to... attended Jump Start 2019. Conference The revision effort was conducted by e-commerce continue delivering personalized mes- participants benefitted from more than the SAE G-19 Continuous Improve- sages and incentives to consumers.” 34 hours of transportation content Continue Article ment committee led by Bill Scofield of Read more >> said Jennifer Chiang, Sr. Analyst, Email Continue Article and close to 20 hours of dedicated The Boeing Company. Scofield wel- Marketing, BCBG networking opportunities. Continue reading >> Magnolia Pictures Joins Entertainment Cognex Corporation Alien Technology Unveils Next Announces Resignation Of Smartrac And 4E Antenna Enter Technology Generation High-Memory Identifier Registry Association CFO Partnership To Strengthen Sustainability RFID IC And Tags The Entertainment Identifier Registry platforms and enable precise matching Cognex Corporation (NASDAQ: CGNX) And Advance The ‘Green Tag’ Program Alien Technology, an industry leader in (EIDR), the global source of universal of their titles across third party datasets. today announced that Senior Vice the value and importance of a truly re- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) unique identifiers for digital distribution President of Finance & Administration Smartrac Technology Group, a global duced carbon footprint and greatly re- Ultra High Frequency (UHF) products of movies and television assets, “The use of EIDR’s unique content IDs and Chief Financial Officer John J. Curran market leader in RFID products and IoT duced environmental impact, in a wide and services, today announced announced today that Magnolia on our film properties will help ensure will resign from Cognex, effective May 3, solutions, and 4E Antenna AB, a Walki number of markets such as smart pack- the Higgs-9 IC, the first release of Pictures has become an EIDR member. that we can readily and efficiently 2019. Group associated company and leading aging, supply chain management, retail identify distribution of our content producer of paper-based antennas and its next-generation of Higgs RFID and many more. semiconductor integrated circuits. The Magnolia Pictures is the theatrical and across all platforms globally,” says Randy “I want to thank John for his contributions circuits, today announced their technol- company also announced its newest home entertainment distribution arm Wells, Head of Home Entertainment, during his two-year tenure as CFO, which ogy partnership to further strengthen Smartrac announced its comprehen- high-memory inlays. The products of the Wagner/Cuban Companies, a Magnolia Pictures. “The ability to match include the successful implementation true sustainability in RFID products and sive Green Tag Program earlier this were unveiled at RFID Journal LIVE! vertically-integrated group of media our content as it moves across the of Cognex’s new ERP system and the applications. year, taking on an obligation to man- 2019 and are being featured in Alien’s properties co-owned by Todd Wagner myriad of ways... further development of our Finance and ufacture RFID products that verifiably Booth #803 throughout the event, April and Mark Cuban. EIDR’s unique Administration organization,” said Robert In compliance with Smartrac’s Green meet strict criteria regarding the use 2-4. identifiers will make it possible for films J. Willett, Cognex’s President and Chief Tag Program, both companies will joint- of recyclable substrates, avoidance of distributed through Magnolia Pictures Continue Article Executive Officer. Continue reading >> ly develop RFID inlays and tags which heavy metals, and non-use of chemical to be accurately identified across all are fully sustainable and environmen- The new Higgs-9 enables enterprise- tally friendly. These new products aim etching in the production of aluminum critical applications to run faster, to address businesses that recognize antennas. Continue reading >> smarter and with quicker ROI in RFID SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW deployments. Continue reading >>

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TEKLYNX International Launches 2019 Barcode Vizinex RFID Named To Supply RetailX Chicago - BSN Thought Leadership Video Labeling Software Solutions Designed To Help & Demand Chain Executive’s On How To Achieve Supply SDCE 100 Top Supply Chain Today Announces Its Manufacturers Increase Labeling Efficiency, Chain Success During These Projects For 2019 Eprint Program Uncertain Times Accuracy And Automation Supply & Demand Chain Executive, Eprint tags are based on a ‘printed elec- the executive’s user manual for tronics’ integrated circuit (IC) and there- TEKLYNX International, the global • 97% want to print labels faster successful supply and demand chain fore no longer require a silicon chip. The leader in barcode and RFID labeling • 93% want to reduce labeling errors transformation, has selected Vizinex removal of the need for silicon chips, al- software solutions, today announced • 90% want to standardize labeling RFID as a recipient of an SDCE 100 lows for a dramatic reduction in prices its 2019 launch of LABEL MATRIX, LA- operations across employees Award for 2019. and will offer a truly disruptive alterna- BELVIEW, CODESOFT, SENTINEL and tive to current RFID NFC solutions. LABEL ARCHIVE. Featuring a wide ar- “Barcodes are critical throughout the The SDCE 100 is an annual list of ray of end user enhancements, the TEK- supply chain as manufacturers look to 100 great supply chain projects. Eprint IC’s will be embedded inside of LYNX 2019 barcode labeling software meet demands for product safety, cus- Jim Tompkins, CEO of Tompkins These projects can serve as a map BSN RFID labels and can be read by a solutions are designed to help manu- tomer responsiveness and supply chain International, supply chain and new for supply chain executives who are smartphone. Taking advantage of the facturers of all sizes improve labeling agility,” states TEKLYNX International retail strategy expert, has just released looking for new opportunities to drive latest 5G data communications, Eprint efficiency, accuracy and automation. President Thierry Mauger. “The TEK- ry goods, baby formula, electronics, hair his newest thought leadership video improvement in their own operations. applications will allow for the consumer LYNX 2019 solutions are designed to products and cosmetics. In fact, coun- Anti-Brittle: Succeeding and Flourishing These projects show how supply chain to use their smartphone in order to au- TEKLYNX is known for its custom- support the pivotal activities unfolding terfeit drugs can run as high as 40% of in these Uncertain and Volatile Times. solution and service providers help thenticate and validate products in just er-centric culture in the barcode & RFID behind the barcode by helping manu- the total sales in some countries,” says Tompkins’ continues to shape and their customers and clients achieve a second or two. In addition, consum- software industry. Customer insights facturers print labels faster, eliminate Calderbank. “The consumer is becom- grow the supply chain industry through supply chain excellence and prepare ers may enhance their shopping experi- continue to drive product develop- repetitive manual steps and prevent la- ing increasingly aware that the product innovative ideas, insight and reinvention. their supply chains for success. ence as they will be able to read Eprint ment as TEKLYNX helps manufacturers beling errors.” that they buy online, or even in-store, This video focuses on the level of labels on their phones and can trigger across industries, around the world bar- may not be the real thing. This becomes uncertainty and volatility organizations “We are honored to be selected for the YouTube videos that display the key fea- code better. A recent TEKLYNX survey serious when a mother is buying formu- are experiencing today. This comes as SDCE 100 top supply chain projects for tures of any product. indicated an overwhelming percentage la for her baby, or a doctor is injecting result of the digital era, the disruption 2019,” said CEO Ken Horton. of barcode software end users want to Continue Reading medicine in the field. Even in the USA, it cycle, the global economy, the new “Fake products, known as counterfeit improve labeling operations. is now estimated that counterfeit drugs retail, and technology innovations, to Continue reading >> items, are growing at an alarming rate,” may account for more than 1% of all name a few. says Philip Calderbank, RFID Consul- medicines.” tant with BSN. “You will find an amazing Organizations need to learn how to OpenBOM Announces Bill Of Material Barcoding, Inc. To Host Geek number of counterfeit items in many Continue reading >> succeed and flourish in these uncertain Tank Workshop Series For markets, such as pharmaceuticals, luxu- and volatile times. Tompkins explains this Management Fundamentals Research Android Migration happens through organizations having the ability to quickly and efficiently Study By Tech-Clarity Barcoding, Inc., the leader in supply Cooltrax Named To Food Logistics’ Top reconfigure strategies, structures and chain efficiency, accuracy and solutions. He further discusses how The research shares practical advice costly errors. Managing BOMs is chal- connectivity, is excited to present its Green Providers List For 2019 to achieve success, profitability and on managing bills of materials (BOMs). lenging because BOM communication new workshop series, Android in the growth, while embracing uncertainty. BOM management is critical to con- has to bridge disciplines and teams Enterprise: Barcoding Geek Tanks. Cooltrax, a global leader of cold chain al food supply chain. Companies on its necting design, purchasing, and pro- across company boundaries. Sound visibility and food safety monitoring, Top Green Providers list have products, “The uncertain and volatile times of duction activities across a manufactur- BOM practices create a bridge that The automated data capture industry has been named to Food Logistics’ Top services, and exemplary leadership that today demand the deployment of ing business. The Bill of Material is the crosses all aspects of the organization is changing fast. Windows Embedded Green Providers list for 2019. enhance sustainability within the food anti-brittle, no regrets solutions that backbone of the manufacturing busi- by documenting engineering designs Handheld 6.5 and Windows CE, which and beverage industry. allows for the intelligent movement ness, specifying what to buy and what and providing the vital information companies have relied on for the last Sustainability in the food value chain across options to provide solutions to build, and is the fundamental way needed by the Purchasing team. several decades to run their mobile from production to distribution has “Cooltrax is honored to be recognized applicable to the requirements of the which manufacturers define, communi- devices, will be unsupported starting in become a strategic focus for consum- in a prestigious list of companies play- day. The key to success is to be flexible, cate, and realize their products. 2020. er goods companies with many having ing a vital role in driving the global modular, portable, agile, and available Continue Reading set ambitious targets to reduce carbon food supply chain forward,” said Mike on demand, while operating efficiently Ineffective or poorly managed BOM Continue reading >> emissions and resource requirements. Sharpe, President, Cooltrax. over a wide range of requirements,” processes lead to low productivity and Food Logistics is the only publication states Jim Tompkins. exclusively dedicated to covering the movement of product through the glob- Continue Article Continue reading >> SUBSCRIBE to The BarCode News™ to receive daily, weekly, or monthly news like this directly in your inbox! SIGN UP NOW

| Q3 2019 28 | Q3 2019 29 BARCODE SPONSORS BARCODE SPONSORS TEKLYNX International TEKLYNX International is the world’s leading developer of barcode labeling software solutions. Their Dynamsoft Corporation products feature the widest range of device and driver support in the industry. More than 600,000 Founded in Sep 2003 with the aim of being the dynamic center of software developers, Dynamsoft companies in 120 countries rely on TEKLYNX integrated software solutions for supply chain automation, provides enterprise-class version control software, TWAIN software development kits (SDK) and other warehouse management, shipping and receiving, inventory control, and asset management. document imaging SDKs, with numerous generations for each product. Smartrac Technology Group NiceLabel Software Smartrac is the global leader in unique and scalable solutions that enable businesses to digitize products, NiceLabel is the leading global developer of label and marking productivity software solutions that help complement their product offerings with digital services, and connect them to the Internet of Things. SME and large enterprises reduce complexity and mitigate risk while meeting compliance requirements and increasing productivity, quality and agility.

Seagull Scientific The most trusted software to create and automate labels, barcodes, RFID tags, plastic cards and more. BarTender® software by Seagull Scientific enables organizations around the world to improve safety, security, efficiency and compliance by creating and automating labels, barcodes, RFID tags, and more.

Loftware Inc. Loftware’s Enterprise Labeling Solutions bring label design resources, native print capabilities, and built- in business rules functionality to integrate barcode labeling with any organizations existing business processes in order to help drive topline revenue, customer satisfaction, and supply chain efficiency.

Bar Codes Talk, Inc. Most anything you need with barcoding, Bar Codes Talk, LLC. can take care of for you. They are family owned and operated with a customer base of over 15,000 companies. They value them- selves on same day service with high quality products - not many competitors can say the same.

ScanSKU ScanSKU™ is a Barcode Scanning Technology Solutions Provider. We can supply both the hardware and software to allow your business to more accurately scan and track Inventory, Assets or just about any- thing else.

Janam, Inc. Janam Technologies LLC is a leading provider of rugged mobile computers that scan barcodes and BUY BARCODES & Instantly receive communicate wirelessly. Janam combines deep industry knowledge with advanced technologies to deliver products with the right features and the right price. your UPC & EAN numbers!

Express Corp Why buy from Bar Codes Talk? Express is a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality and durable barcode labels and tags, asset tags, industrial nameplates, warehouse identification products, and UID tags produced from aluminum, • Instantly Receive Your Bar Codes polyester, steel and other durable materials. • No Annual Fees or Hidden Charges • Receive both UPC and EAN at No Extra Cost Microscan Barcode Verification • Works for Amazon! Ensuring perfect labels is as easy as scanning a code. Grab a Microscan LVS Barcode Verifier to check barcode quality on the fly and adjust data structure, design, or print issues before bad codes enter the • Lowest Price Guarantee Image licensed via Pexels.com supply chain. • Certificate of GTIN Assignment • EPS & JPEG Images Included • Excel and PDF Spreadsheet of Numbers

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BARCODE RESOURCES HISTORY OF BARCODES The bar code, also referred to as a UPC (Universal Product Code), although that is just one type of bar code, was invented for inventory tracking purposes in stores.

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ALL ABOUT 1D BARCODES Have you ever looked at the black and white symbol on your grocery product pack- aging, or on the cover of a book that you just bought or even a department store receipt and wondered how the information is encoded in those bars and spaces?

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HOW TO GET A BARCODE So, you have a product, and you want to be able to sell it through retailers. Now you’re wondering how to get a bar code, or more specifically, a Universal Product Code (UPC).

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RFID RESOURCE ARTICLES RFID (radio-frequency identification) is constantly being applied in new and exciting ways. These are links to some of our most popular articles about RFID.

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| Q3 2019 32 | Q3 2019 33 Careers in Barcoding, RFID, Supply Chain

Time for a new job? The Barcode and RFID industry is a dynamic and exciting place to work. These technologies continue to grow and penetrate every nook and cranny of businesses all over the world! Consider a career in a growing industry that adds value to everything it touches. This page lists technology careers that were either submitted to us, or that we have come across, and are subject to change without notice. We make no representation as to actual availability or consistency with the title and accept no liability whatsoever. Job seekers must conduct their own due diligence.

AB&R - American Barcode & RFID - Technical Sales Rep, Service and Repair Technician and mid-level .Net Software Developer

ScanSource.com - (SC, FL, AZ and elsewhere) assorted - finance, marketing, merchandising, sales http://www.scansource.com/en/careers/job-board

BlueStarInc.com (KY and worldwide offices) - assorted - business development, sales, warehouse http://www.bluestarinc.com/nl-de/about-bluestar/careers.html

Zebra (IL, GA, CA, MO, NY, RI and others) (about 60 openings posted) https://www.zebra.com/us/en/about-zebra/work/careers.html

GS1 - http://www.gs1.org/careers

Honeywell, Intermec (world wide - over 3,000 job openings posted) http://www.careersathoneywell.com/en/job-search-results/

Motorola Solutions (world wide - over 260 jobs posted) - http://careers.motorolasolutions.com/

Identiv.com (CA) - http://www.identiv.com/careers

Avery Dennison - https://www.averydennison.com/en/home/about-us/careers.html

Code Corp - Seeking interns, ops and engineers - http://www.codecorp.com/careers.php

TrueCommerce - Jobs in PA, OH, CO - https://www.truecommerce.com/resources/truecommerce-supply-chain-ecosystem/careers-new

Sick - A variety of jobs in MN, TX and MA. https://www.sick.com/us/en/careers-at-sick/w/careers-listings/

Coridian Technologies (MN, IL, WI, FL) Sales Support, Inside Sales, Outside Sales - https://www.coridian.com/careers

Boone NC - Manatee Works is searching for the best in sales, marketing, web and low-level programmers. Email us at [email protected].

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