by Paul Garcia | Jul 5, 2022 | Blog
Ops gurus reveals how Code keeps barcode scanners in stock, how VARs can excel in crisis “Dean, is the supply chain fixed yet?” Of course it’s not. New car lots, for instance, reveal that supplies are still in chains. But John Martin, co-host of BlueStar...
by Paul Garcia | Jun 21, 2022 | Blog
A look at smartphone barcode scanning vs. barcode scanners “Why do we need scanners if smartphones can scan barcodes?” It’s a common question given smartphones’ power and versatility. In fact, Tech Evaluate reported in early 2022 that the iPhone 13 boasts...
by Staff Writer | May 26, 2022 | Blog
Well-known programming language is overlooked data parsing tool This guest column by Code Corp Firmware Engineering Manager, Steve Pierce, appeared in Data Collection Online, a specialty publication, on May 19th. Data Collection Online is a growing and respected voice...
by Paul Garcia | May 17, 2022 | Blog
Pioneering the Data Capture Solutions of Tomorrow Today “It is inspiring to see innovation emerge from stressful times,” says Bruce Scharf, VP of Product at Code Corporation, the leading data capture solutions provider. The stress Scharf referenced? That...
by Paul Garcia | May 4, 2022 | Blog
Barcode FAQs: What you need to know about the not-so-basic barcode $215.7 billion. That’s the estimated value of big data and business analytics in 2021, according to global data specialist, Statista. This considerable number makes shopping for automatic...
by Paul Garcia | Apr 18, 2022 | Blog
EMEA Code Alliance Lowers the Volume to Hit New Highs Turn it up!?! Audiophiles and IT conglomerates love turning up the volume, whether it’s a hit song or the number of resellers admitted into a channel partner programme. But, for the EMEA Code Alliance Channel...
by Paul Garcia | Apr 12, 2022 | Blog
Wired or wireless: what’s the best bet for patient care? Is a wired barcode scanner just what the doctor ordered? Or is it time to cut the cord? It’s an important question when shopping. After all, barcodes and barcode scanners (also called barcode readers) are...
by Paul Garcia | Mar 29, 2022 | Blog
Barcode Scanner OEM Simplifies and Strengthens its Channel Partner Program IT Resellers, your regularly scheduled program is canceled. Code’s changing the channel with its significantly revised Code Alliance Program. Code Corporation, the Utah-based maker...
by Paul Garcia | Mar 8, 2022 | Blog
Mobile scanning drives better outcomes in the United Kingdom’s Scan4Safety initiative Despite the sophistication of modern healthcare, the incidence of error in its delivery remains alarmingly high. As many as four out of ten patients worldwide suffer harm when...
by Paul Garcia | Feb 11, 2022 | Blog
Barcode technology plays a critical role in transitioning to paperless healthcare delivery Although organizations across industries rely on and reap the benefits of barcode readers, the technology’s use cases within the healthcare industry are among the most vital....
by Paul Garcia | Feb 7, 2022 | Blog
Are barcode scanners key to better business intelligence and analytics? Blocks, lines, and bars. A nurse sees these when scanning a patient wristband; clerks search for them at checkout. In most cases, both may not realize that those barcodes are making entire...
by Paul Garcia | Jan 28, 2022 | Case Studies
TellApe App Uses CortexDecoder Barcode scanning SDK to Track Load Carriers in Real-Time to Cut Waste and Shipping Costs What’s roughly 18 kg but carries the weight of the world? Bet you didn’t guess wooden pallets. Some 40 pounds of wood are arranged to carry 2755 lbs...
by Paul Garcia | Jan 25, 2022 | Blog
Did the scan go through? Exploring barcode scanner feedback The adaptability of barcode scanners contributes greatly to their enduring appeal across industries. Portable, durable, and easy to use, they can be effectively incorporated into systems and workflows in a...
by Paul Garcia | Jan 10, 2022 | Case Studies
Finnish Firm Turns to Barcodes & CortexDecoder SDK for in-the-field Data Capture Ready to run? Finland’s Bluugo is. The software as a service (SaaS) innovator’s ready-to-run Tracking Cloud™ platform digitizes firms’ products and services while linking suppliers...
by Paul Garcia | Nov 22, 2021 | Case Studies
Check your blind spot! It’s “Driving 101” for merging and changing lanes. Yet overlooking blind spots causes 800,000 accidents annually in the US alone (per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). The problem is pervasive enough that...
by Paul Garcia | Nov 5, 2021 | Case Studies
Kaufen Ohne Aufwand & Langes Anstehen Loosely translated from German, this acrostic for KOALA means “buy without hassle & long queues” and it’s precisely what this self-scanning smartphone app offers. “That’s the main focus for us and...
by Paul Garcia | Oct 18, 2021 | Blog
Despite dire predictions for the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on public-private partnerships (P3), a record number of P3 projects entered the pipeline in 2020. The enduring appeal of the P3 model is clear – ideally, government agencies benefit greatly...
by Staff Writer | Oct 8, 2021 | Case Studies
Techstep Develops Part of Mobile Ticketing System Powered by Code’s CortexDecoder SDK Sweden’s citizens are increasingly parking their cars in favor of public transport. Much of this shift is driven by Sweden’s long-term climate goals of reducing emissions from...
by Paul Garcia | Sep 22, 2021 | Blog
Being direct: DPMs and their barcode readers are everywhere, here’s why It’s time to direct your attention to direct part marking (DPM). Chances are high that you encounter DPMs several times a day: DPMs are barcodes used on the components in your phone....
by Paul Garcia | Sep 22, 2021 | Blog
What matters most when shopping barcode readers? Choosing a barcode scanner (also called a barcode reader) can be exhaustive—after all, aren’t they all the same? No, just like virtually every other device, barcode readers aren’t alike. Every model is...
by Paul Garcia | Sep 9, 2021 | Blog
All good things come in threes, so how do you choose the right barcode solution? Since the invention of barcodes in the late 1940s, barcode scanning technology has evolved tremendously. The first-ever barcode reader was the size of a desk and required a massive amount...
by Paul Garcia | Sep 8, 2021 | Blog
Off the cuff: patient ID wristbands & barcodes Patient care is top-of-mind for medical practitioners, and so is technology, like barcode readers, that ensure treatment and recovery are smooth and error-free. Born on a pack of gum in the 1970s, the humble barcode...
by Jessica Foo | Aug 5, 2021 | Blog
Wearable barcode scanners usher in hands-free workflows For centuries, the primary purpose of eyeglasses has been improving vision (and perhaps making someone look a bit smarter). However, with the evolution of technology, eyeglass manufacturers and Internet pioneers...
by Paul Garcia | Aug 2, 2021 | Blog
What are Ingress Protection (IP) ratings? Why do they matter for data capture devices? Done & dusted?Picture it: Your next shipment of goods should hit the road later today. You’ve got three over-the-road truckers arriving within the next few hours to...
by Staff Writer | Jul 14, 2021 | Case Studies
Mobile Systems Expert, Q4Tech, Uses Offline Barcode Scanning to Deliver Danone to Mexico’s Smallest Stores Las Tienditas Mexico’s beloved equivalent of mom-and-pop corner stores, las tienditas, nourish millions of Mexicans daily. Called “proximity...
by Paul Garcia | Jul 13, 2021 | Blog
Why Manufacturers and OEMs with Track and Trace Systems Thrive In recent years, industrial track and trace systems have shifted from a “nice-to-have”x9d element for manufacturing operations to an essential component in remaining competitive. The question...
by Staff Writer | Jul 7, 2021 | Case Studies
The Gaziantep University Dental Hospital relies on the high-performance Code CR6000 to improve traceability and productivity within its sterilisation processes. Based in South Eastern Turkey within the Anatolia region, Gaziantep University has three medical facilities...
by Paul Garcia | Jul 2, 2021 | Blog
Once on the Ropes, the QR Code Swings Back as Consumers Clamor Contact-free Exchanges Did you know the Quick Response (QR) code was invented in 1994 by the Denso Wave company? It was initially designed by the Japanese company to track parts as they moved through the...
by Paul Garcia | Jun 24, 2021 | Case Studies
imZERT Debuts as the World’s Smallest Barcode to Tackle Traceability & Recalls Can a 1mm2 barcode tackle the traceability and counterfeit issues facing the world’s makers, including discrete manufacturers (e.g., automakers) and process manufacturers (e.g.,...
by Paul Garcia | Jun 23, 2021 | Blog
How Barcode Scanners Can Transform and Streamline Your Business If you’ve found your way to this blog, chances are you’ve already identified that your business might need barcode scanners (also called barcode readers). If you’ve done a few web searches for scanners to...
