The Past, Present, and the Future of Data Management

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Keeping accurate records has been a goal for business for much longer than most people realise. As far back as 10,000 years, people have seen a value in data right through to today. But, while the goal has been the same, data management and record-keeping methods have changed drastically. So, where did this start? And where is it going?

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Everything You Need to Know About the QR Code

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You’ve probably heard of the QR code before, and you’ve likely utilised them at some point. The technology is becoming an ever-popular resource. It can be used in various ways and is one of the most effective forms of barcode for many industries, such as marketing, communications and stock control within warehouses and factories.

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The Importance of Barcodes in The Hospitality Industry

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We are so used to utilising barcodes in our daily lives that it’s easy to forget the important roles they serve in almost every commercial and industrial sector. As providers of complete barcode systems for an extensive range of industries, we understand their importance for many businesses. One sector barcodes are especially useful is the fast-moving hospitality industry.

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How Do Barcodes Work?

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Running a warehouse, operating a functioning factory, and even purchasing your weekly shopping at the supermarket has never been easier now, thanks to the incredible practicalities of a barcode.

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Everything You Need to Know About Maintenance Contracts

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Managing your own business can be stressful. There are many factors to consider so that your company runs smoothly and successfully. Juggling finances, contracts, employees, clients, and customers is a lot to handle, and sometimes, if you miss something crucial, you may find that your business could be in danger. Ensuring your contracts are efficient and organised is one of the main factors to running a business seamlessly. In today’s blog, we’re providing you with everything you need to know about maintenance contracts.

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Migrating to Android Devices – Everything You Need to Know

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Every step we take into the future brings about new ways of working. If you want to keep your warehouse up to date and working to the demands of the present day, you must move with the times. For example, we’ve recently seen a move in mobile warehousing to use wearable computers and mobile devices for scanning. Here at GSM Barcoding, we want to help provide the most productive working environment, and part of this is implementing new technologies.

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How a Wireless Survey Can Boost Productivity

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When running a busy warehouse, staying on top of everything may seem daunting as there are so many factors to consider. One of the most crucial workplace practices is productivity, as a productive environment means employees are happy, work is completed quickly, and a high standard is maintained. There are various factors to consider to boost your warehouse’s productivity; one of the quickest ways is through a wireless survey.

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Barcoding in the Retail Industry

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In the world that we currently live in, it’s hard not to find barcodes wherever you go. You can find barcodes on boxes of food, bottles, magazines, and even billboards in the street. In high street shops that you go in, there are also barcodes on clothing items, furniture, appliances; they are everywhere.

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Improving Your School’s ID Cards with Card Printers from GSM Barcoding

The safety and protection of students and staff members is one of the most important things to be on top of when managing a school. Whether you’re a teacher, member of the admin team, cleaner, or anything else in between, it is your responsibility to provide protection and safety to the pupils under your care. Here at GSM Barcoding, we understand this, which is why we do our bit for the safety of the students in your school by providing the best ID card printing hardware available on the market at a fantastic price.

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How Your Warehouse Can Benefit from Wearable Computers

Here at GSM Barcoding, we are passionate about our customers. We like keeping them up to date with the latest technology to make their businesses run smoothly. We are always on the lookout for new tech to add to our ever-growing stocklist, and we pride ourselves on providing you with only the best quality products for you are your business.

In today’s blog, we’ll be discussing one of the many pieces of hardware we stock at GSM Barcoding – our wearable computers. We will look into what they are, how they work, and how you can implement them into your warehouse. We will also explore the benefits you can expect from wearable computers and provide some information on one of the models we stock – the Zebra WT6000.

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