If you want your business to succeed and take that next step, having efficient inventory management is crucial. In fact, according to a study conducted by the National Small Business Association (NSBA), poor inventory management is one of the top reasons for small business failure. Inefficient inventory practices can lead to stockouts, excess inventory holding […]
As a small business owner, you always look for ways to streamline your operations and reduce costs without sacrificing quality. One area that’s often overlooked but has a big impact on efficiency and expenses is labeling. Reduce printing time from 10 minutes to 30 seconds and save up to 50% on labeling costs with our high-quality Thermal […]
Comparing a Dymo label printer to any of Zebra’s newer models is like setting an NCAA football team against a Super Bowl contender. The features of the Dymo LabelWriter series are basic and have not been upgraded for years. Meanwhile, Zebra thermal printers have advanced functions, although some of them may be too complicated for […]
Barcoding systems are nifty tools that boost efficiency. In our previous discussions, we mentioned that standard-setting bodies like GS1 and ISO assigned some common business barcodes. Others, however, could be generated within the establishment that would use them. SKUs and QR codes are some of the handiest barcodes around because of their many applications. You have several options for making […]
We talked about barcodes and their many uses in our blog Barcode Basics: A Simplified Guide for Startups. There, we discussed one-dimensional barcodes at length and only made a brief mention of two-dimensional barcodes, aka “2D barcodes.” These ciphers are also used for data management. They have similar functions as their 1D counterparts but look […]
Barcode fails are common, and unfortunately, very costly. The ramifications can range from simple scanning inaccuracies to life-threatening medication errors. That’s why establishments relying on these ciphers must ensure their accuracy if they want to incorporate them into their daily operations. In this blog, we shall discuss various causes of bad barcodes, their consequences and […]
We recently covered the barcode basics, explaining how these ciphers work, their benefits and the most commonly encountered types in US retail. We also discussed ways to get a UPC and EAN, two of the most important retail barcodes. If you already have a few barcodes for your business, the next thing to do is […]
In our blog, 2020’s Best Online Selling Sites for Beginners and Small Businesses, we discussed the various online sites that startups can explore. We mentioned that it could be very competitive to start on platforms like Amazon. Adding to the challenge is the fact that their requirements from full-time sellers are not straightforward. One of […]
Documentation is indispensable in commerce. Without a reliable data recording system, there’s no way we can ensure business accountability, see purchasing patterns, gauge success, minimize product fails and predict the market’s direction. In a highly wired country like the US, all these things must be done in a snap, and the barcode’s impact on efficiency […]
