by Robert Brandon | Mar 13, 2024 | Barcoding
Key takeaways The best barcode scanner for your small businesses will depend on workflow, environment, and use case. Barcode scanners are essential for turning barcode data into usable information by matching scans to entries in a database. Small businesses typically...
by Jared Plumb | Jan 10, 2024 | Barcoding
Key takeaways The types of barcodes can be categorized into linear barcodes, also called one-dimensional (1D), and two-dimensional (2D) barcodes. 1D barcodes include formats like UPC and EAN. These barcode types are commonly found on retail products. They are read...
by Robert Brandon | Dec 12, 2023 | Barcoding
Key takeaways SKUs (Stock Keeping Units) and UPCs (Universal Product Codes) both identify products, but SKUs are primarily for internal inventory tracking while UPCs are designed for universal external recognition. Businesses create their own SKUs and can structure...
by Jared Plumb | Oct 26, 2023 | Barcoding
Not long ago, everyone had to shop in person. This was– and still is– a rather long process. Shoppers have to travel to their destination, find what they need, wait in line, checkout, and then travel home. However, in the digital age, shoppers have the new luxury of...
by Robert Brandon | Sep 13, 2023 | Barcoding
Key takeaways Barcode label printers can be separated into two main categories: stationary and portable. Stationary printers remain in a fixed location and require a power source, and portable printers are handheld or wearable and are suitable for mobile tasks. When...
