In-house printing using a label software like Bartender, coupled with industrial printers and plain or pre-printed labels, is one option. The other is to have the labels professionally printed externally and apply them via a machine application or manually, depending on volume and uses.   In most cases there is a hybrid of the two approaches.

By utilising barcoding, RFID, or RTL tracking technologies, you can monitor your items throughout various production stages. Connecting these data capture methods to an ERP or WIP software allows you to track items as they progress from one stage to the next. Each data capture method has its advantages and disadvantages, depending on the specific application requirements.

Technology optimises operational efficiency and enhances productivity within manufacturing, enabling them to meet the high-quality demands of the marketplace. A key component of this advancement is automation, which encompasses the integration of fixed scanners and advanced visual imaging technologies for accurate data capture during quality assurance processes. Furthermore, automated data collection methodologies, coupled with MRP (Material Requirements Planning) software, facilitate streamlined resource management and production planning.

The adoption of robotics has also catalysed substantial gains in productivity and operational efficacy across various sectors. Notably, these enhancements are not confined to large-scale, multinational enterprises; even smaller organisations can leverage WIP (Work In Progress) software and item tracking solutions. The advent of handheld scanners and the decreasing costs associated with robotics have made these technological advancements increasingly accessible, thus empowering smaller operations to optimise their workflows and improve overall output.