1. Point your phone at the sign

2. Go to camera app.

3. Welcome to THE BCD TEST LAB.

Rugged mobile devices made by Zebra and Honeywell have been through a lot of tests but the BCD Test Lab conducts several tests yet to be done.

Watch Zebra’s Rugged L10 Tablet vs a Friendly Game of Paintball, Zebra’s MC9300 Cold Storage vs Ice Sculpture & H2O, Honeywell’s CK65 vs Gravity and many more.  Also Check out Honeywell’s demo of the CK65 Cold Storage and R1o Tablet.

Call a BCD team member at 1-800-343-1750 or schedule a live demo today!

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Warehouse workers need to fulfill more orders – faster and more accurately – than ever before. Manufacturers need to produce and ship more products, without sacrificing quality control. Technicians need to complete more error-free repairs in a day. With the rugged HD4000 Enterprise Head-Mounted Display, you can boost task efficiency and accuracy by overlaying the most relevant contextual information over your workers’ real-time field of view. Now, hands and eyes are always free to focus on tasks — instead of interacting with an application on a mobile computer to obtain the same data. Imagine how many additional 100% accurate pick orders warehouse workers can complete every day. Imagine how many more pieces of equipment technicians can repair every day. And imagine how much faster and more accurately assembly workers can build your products, increasing production without expanding your production lines or your workforce. You have just imagined the power of hands-free directed-action workflows, made possible with the HD4000.

The Solution: The HD4000 delivers everything you need in an enterprise-class mobile device accessory.

The HD4000 was developed in collaboration with Six15 Technologies, the leader in innovation in wearable optical displays. The best in class see-through display technology delivers unmatched color, contrast and image clarity. The focal distance minimizes eye fatigue. The drop-proof, dust-proof and waterproof rugged design is built to last for years, despite all-day everyday drops, bumps and spills. The accessory architecture utilizes the battery, processor and WiFi and cellular radios of the host mobile computer, enabling a feather-light 1.06 oz./30 g design that delivers extraordinary all-day comfort. Since the HD4000 mounts to commercial, off-the-shelf safety glasses without tools, you can give each worker their own personal pair of glasses, improving hygiene and helping prevent the spread of germs. The ability to switch the HD4000 from right to left eye in seconds reduces eye strain and ensures all day comfortable viewing. And workers can flip the HD4000 up and out of view in a split second, providing convenience and security.

Since there are no batteries to change, wireless radios to configure or OS updates required, management time and cost is marginal. And with Zebra’s Android HD4000 SDK and two ready-to-use tools — Zebra Warehouse Templates and Zebra Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) — integration into any existing or new application is fast and easy.

Maximize workflow efficiency, workforce productivity and the value of your mobile computers with the HD4000 from Zebra — the only see-through wearable display built for the enterprise.

Schedule a No Cost Virtual Demo at Barcodedirect.com/hd400 or call us at 1.800.343.1750.

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That’s where Worn Body Camera Technology can help. WiFi-enabled cameras can be worn by associates, and activated only when needed. An associate can simply press record and document any interaction with a customer so that there is a clear record of the incident. Installation and operation are simple and straightforward. The data which is recorded is not only valuable after the fact, but it also could help de-escalate a tense situation and avoid conflict. If customers are aware they are being recorded, they may choose to adhere to the rules, or leave peacefully. The videos can be accessed through a centralized system — and if needed — the system can trigger an alert through a security office.

The success of brick and mortar retail locations depends on the staff being able to concentrate on their most important task — servicing customers efficiently and in a manner that encourages repeat business. This new technology allows associates to put their energy toward customer satisfaction, and it helps alleviate the added stress that many are feeling these days.

Learn morn about Motorola’s VT100 Body-Worn camera and how you can help keep retail associates safe.

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For more information about how you can enhance patient care, increase operational efficiency and optimize IT operations using Zebra’s and Bar Code Direct’s solutions visit www.Barcodedirect.com

Upgrade and Save today! Learn more about GO Zebra GO Bar Code Direct Program.

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Zebra’s 2019 Shopper Vision Study surveyed approximately 5,000 shoppers, 1,000 retail associates and nearly 500 retail decision makers around the world. Discover the current shopper preferences, retail technology trends and differing perceptions of preferences between retailers and shoppers that will help your operations be more effective.

Learn more about how Bar Code Direct can keep you one step ahead in the digital economy.

BCD’s recommended product picks for Grocery Front of Store

BCD’s recommended product picks for Retail Front of Store

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Rugged Devices vs Consumer Products

The most common objection to purchasing rugged devices is the initial cost, but Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of a rugged device versus a standard one turns out to be much less. Consumer grade electronics are simply not made to handle extreme conditions.

When subjected to day-to-day commercial use, consumer devices fail much sooner and more often. Drops, heat, moisture, vibration, dust and other common workplace issues are too much for consumer grade devices withstand. Interrupting the workflow for a day, or even an hour, while you repair, or replace a broken consumer (non-rugged) device negates initial savings.

Front of Store or Back

Even in a retail setting, rugged is a necessity, not a luxury. Retailers need to give their workers the right devices to get the job done. Rugged devices that stand up to the rigors of the mobile workplace make workers more productive and provide a smooth, seamless experience for shoppers.

Drops, Rain, Heat and Cold
How to Tell if a Device is Truly Rugged

A truly rugged device will be MIL-STD-810G tested for drops, vibration, shock and extreme temperature tolerance at a minimum. Zebra goes beyond the minimum and will test device behavior when exposed to high humidity levels, salt fog, fluid contaminants, and frequent altitude variations. And all the tests, including the drop test, are done while the device is operating, not powered off.

Ask Yourself Where and How Your Devices Are Used:

• Indoor/outdoor: Are you working outside or in?
• Temperature: Will the device be used in a freezer, extreme heat, or in a controlled environment?
• Impact: How likely is it the device will be dropped? From what height? And onto what kind of surface?
• Vibration: Car, forklift, or jack hammer? Constant exposure to vibration can damage circuits and severe connections.
• Water resistance: If you use your device outdoors (even indoors), will it encounter just a few drops every now and then? Will it be operated in rainstorms? Could it be totally submerged in water?
• Humidity: Again, not something we usually give much thought to. But constant high humidity may wreak havoc with sensitive circuits unless they are properly protected.
• Sand and dust: If your computer will be exposed to sand and dust it better be protected against them.

True rugged computers are engineered for quality and performance first

Not only do they meet industry benchmarks in these two areas, they are the ones setting new standards. That is why you can trust Zebra’s fast, powerful, and high-quality devices to do exactly what you need them to do ( i.e. work with your software; connect in remote areas; integrate with operational technology such as peripherals, IoT, sensors, etc.) and support every workflow and worker as long as you need ( i.e. future-proof scalability, OS upgradeability, expandable storage and memory, etc ).

Zebra’s rugged built mobile computing, scanning, and printing solutions connect each operational area in your warehouse to give you and unsurpassed up-time with the agility you need to realize transformational gains.

3600 SERIES ULTRA-RUGGED BARCODE SCANNERS
LI3608-ER/LI3678-ER

Give your workers unstoppable performance in the toughest environments with 3600 series rugged scanners. Workers can capture codes in hand as well as on the top of your warehouse racks. You get a design that is practically indestructible and freezer-ready, plus unrivaled manageability that makes staging and everyday management easier than ever.

TC72 and TC77 Touch Computers
THE ULTIMATE ULTRA-RUGGED ENTERPRISE TOUCH COMPUTERS

Zebra’s ultra-rugged TC72 WLAN and TC77 WWAN Touch Computers takes service to the next level providing the ultimate user experience inside the four walls and outdoors.

Rugged Mobile Printing

When your mobile workforce needs access to a printer, the common office ink-jet printer will not suffice in the mobile environment. Increase productivity, precision and accuracy. Equip your workforce with wireless mobile printers tailored to how they work. Rugged machines that feature a range of latest connectivity options and robust functionality designed for tough environments.

ZQ500 Series Mobile Printers
EXCEPTIONAL DURABILITY AND RELIABILITY

Zebra’s compact ZQ500 Series mobile printers are the industry’s most rugged, featuring a military-grade design, the latest connectivity options and user-friendly functionality so your team can keep operating in the most challenging environments.

ZQ600 Series Mobile Printers
PREMIUM MOBILE LABEL AND RECEIPT PRINTING

Improve inventory management and customer service with the ZQ600 Series mobile printer. The ZQ600 Series delivers advanced technology and an innovative design that drives productivity, ease-of-use and manageability.

QLn Series Mobile Printers
EASY TO INTEGRATE

Drop-resistant and lightweight, the user-friendly QLn mobile printers help you print barcode labels, receipts and more, wherever and whenever needed.

Rugged Mobile Tablets

With Zebra’s latest acquisition of XPLORE, there’s a rugged tablet solution for the harshest demands. C1D2/C1Z2 and ATEX Compliant Tablets for Hazardous Locations (Hazloc)

Do you know if your rugged mobile PC is C1D2/C1Z2 or ATEX compliant for explosive environments?

When eliminating – not just minimizing – risk is non-negotiable in Hazardous Locations, it’s critical that you invest in either a C1D2/C1Z2 or ATEX compliant rugged tablet PC and a partner that can demonstrate the intrinsic safety of its tough mobile computer technology. Xplore offers both.

The best way to safely harness the advantages of rugged mobile computers in Hazardous Locations (Hazloc) is to employ ruggedized tablets that are either C1D2/C1Z2 compliant or ATEX compliant, depending on your regional operating standards. That’s because C1D2/C1Z2 and ATEX compliant tablets are engineered with “intrinsic safety” techniques applicable to both “live use” and rugged tablet failure situations in explosive locations.

Understanding Hazardous Location (Hazloc) Testing for Rugged Computers

There are two widely accepted intrinsic safety standards for rugged computers used in hazardous environments worldwide: C1D2 (and its newer C1Z2 counterpart) and ATEX.

CID2/C1Z2 is an ANSI/ISA North American certification for Hazardous Locations. This standard identifies three types of hazardous locations categorized by Class I (gases, vapors, and liquids), Class II (dusts), and Class III (fibers and flyings). It also identifies two divisions that indicate the level of explosive elements anticipated in each work location: Division 1 (or Zone 1) means that an explosive environment may be present during normal operating conditions. Division 2 (or Zone 2) means that explosive environment may be present only during a fault condition and for a limited time.

The ATEX Certification is based on the requirements of two European Directives – Directive 99/92/EC (also known as ATEX Workplace Directive) and Directive 94/9/EC (the ATEX Equipment Directive). Derived from the French title of the latter – Appareils destinés à être utilisés en ATmosphères EXplosives – ATEX directives describe what equipment and work environment is allowed in explosive environments.

Both C1D2 and ATEX standards are commonly recognized in most regions of the world, and both offer comparable levels of rugged mobile work protection in Hazardous Locations.

L10 Platform

The L10 product platform offers three models: the XSLATE L10 rugged slate tablet, XPAD L10 rugged tablet with a hard handle, and XBOOK L10 2-in-1 laptop / tablet.
• 6’ drop-rated, IP65 rated, and C1D2 certified1 protection accommodates your workers’ personal mobile computer preferences, even in Hazardous Locations
• Multiple Intel® processors provide enough speed to meet performance standards for the next 3-5 years, within your current budget (Intel Pentium® or 8th Generation Core™-Series i5 or i7 with vPro™)
• A standard 500 nit or 1000 nit View Anywhere™ display for optimized indoor and outdoor viewing
• A generous number of I/O ports to stay connected to legacy and future technology systems (including standard RJ-45, two USB 3.0, and USB-C along with optional True Serial and HDMI-in)
• Multiple security features (two Smart Card / CAC reader options2, Kensington Lock, TPM 2.0, integrated fingerprint reader)
XC6 Series

Drop-Ready and Resilient Around Water and Dust Exposure

• MIL-STD-810G Certified and IP67 Rated with an industry-high 7′ drop rating
• MIL-STD-810 refers to a standardized set of tests used to gauge how rugged tablets and laptops perform in harsh environments. MIL-STD-810 tests the durability level of rugged design against various hazards, such as drops, vibration, wind & rain, sand & dust, crash shock and extreme temperatures.
• Ingress Protection tests rate the level of protection offered by a gadget’s enclosure against water and dust penetration. IP67 rated products confirm a rugged tablet, handheld or laptop’s tight protection against dust and water ingress.

Processing Power

• Choose from Intel® Celeron 2980U 1.60Ghz, 4th Gen Intel® Core™, Intel i5 Processor plus Turbo Boost to i7-4650U 1.7 GHz (3.3 GHz Turbo Boost)
Optimized for Rugged Indoor and Outdoor Environments
• Digitizer and Multi-touch resistive display works with gloves and while soaking wet
Integrated SmartCard/CAC reader Option
• Multi-factor authentication protection against unauthorized data access

XSLATE B10

XSLATE B10 rugged tablet endures even the most extreme work environments. Better yet, it doesn’t compromise critical PC capabilities despite being only 2.4 lbs. It actually gives you more of everything you need now: more core strength and power under the hood, more security, more workflow flexibility and more rugged mobility.

XSLATE D10

The hardened exterior, doubly-powerful interior and “all ports, all the time” connectivity of the XSLATE D10 rugged tablet gives the Android™ 6.0.1, Marshmallow OS a sweet, but tough, new edge over its competition outside the office and, well, everywhere under the sun. With an IP65 rating and 10.1” sunlight-viewable display, this supremely rugged Android tablet is ready for your job’s most extreme elements.

XSLATE R12

The transformational 2 in 1 device gives you all the high performance capabilities and complete computing functions you need in a single platform. You’ll have the right connectivity and ergonomics for a quick transition from the field to a full desktop computing experience – and the most conveniently stored Companion Keyboard on the market. It’s fast to deploy when you want a notebook, and even easier to store when you don’t. This makes the XSLATE R12 rugged tablet much more evolved than traditional detachable tablets, improving upon its own award-winning R12-series predecessor.
• Best Outdoor-Viewable Display in its Class: 1000 Nit View Anywhere™ Technology protected by Corning®Gorilla® Glass

2020 Vision

Ensuring your mobile workforce has the appropriate tools to effectively, efficiently and continuously do their jobs allows your organization to run smoothly and profitably. Though the initial cost of a rugged device may be higher, the TCO is comparable or even lower than a consumer grade device over its life.

Bar Code Direct develops custom enterprise wireless mobile computing and barcode systems for supply chain, retail, healthcare, and hospitality. Our solutions increase productivity for warehouse workers, package delivery and sales personnel, freight truck drivers, field service technicians, in-store associates, and caregivers. Let Bar Code Direct help you find a rugged solution that fits the way you work.

Get Cash for Outdated Devices

With the GO Zebra, GO Bar Code Direct Trade-in Program, you can earn rebates up to $200 per device when you trade-in an old unit and purchase one of Zebra’s eligible devices. Deliver mobile computing power to your work force with instant rebates. Call 1-800-343-1750 to talk with a Bar Code Direct Consultant.

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January 13, 2020 Windows will stop supporting Windows Embedded Handheld 6.5. Soon after 8.1 is next. Security updates will cease. No new apps will be compatible.

You have less than two years to transition from legacy Windows to a new mobile Operating System.

So, what do we do now?

Don’t wait for Microsoft to pull the plug. Use your time wisely and invest in a smooth transition to the security, versatility, and ease of Android for the enterprise.

Advances in technology—hardware and software—present the opportunity to strengthen your infrastructure with this OS migration. Fortified Android provides heightened security for an OS that already delivers an extensive network of developers. Providers like Zebra, offer software such as Mobility Extensions (Mx), that can elevate Android to enterprise class security, data capture, connectivity, and manageability.

Why Android?

Newer Windows OS: Still need to rewrite apps, industry moving away from Windows.

Apple iOS: Consumer oriented, not rugged for industrial use

Android: OS of choice by Zebra and other majors. Secure, open-source, customizable, vast developer resources and rich ecosystem of apps. Greatest flexibility and dependability.

A network solution that delivers more.

Mobile devices need a reliable, fast 4G LTE network, like  Verizon’s, to help you outpace your competition with innovative ways to keep your employees collaborating and helping customers wherever they work. Whether in the office or out, the best business smartphones, tablets & 2-in-1s and mobile broadband devices can keep your workforce connected and productive on the nation’s largest and most reliable 4G LTE network with LTE Advanced.

Start here

Whether you need highly specialized custom asset management software or an off-the-shelf business application, Bar Code Direct can help build an Android, IOS, or Windows software solution to help you reach your goals. They work with industry leaders to develop innovative mobile software applications that are user-friendly, flexible, scalable, and integrate into your existing system.

Stay ahead of your competition with enterprise technology

Bar Code Direct has the experience and resources to help you transition your mobile OS to the right solution for your operation – easy and stress free. Now is as good a time as ever to take advantage of industry-leading wireless technology.  With GO ZEBRA GO BAR CODE DIRECT Trade-in Program, you can receive rebates when you trade-in old devices.  Call us at 1.800.343.1750 for more information.

Other helpful links:

GO ZEBRA GO BAR CODE DIRECT TRADE-IN PROGRAM (Devices that qualify)

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Running a large retail warehouse has many challenges. Efficiency is critical. But as the years go by, it becomes difficult to keep up with the latest technology and processes to stay ahead of the curve. At Bar Code Direct we recently partnered with a longstanding international retail client to modernize their distribution facility, train their people to be more efficient and streamline their operations.

Our Approach:

To accomplish this, we began by doing a comprehensive site analysis and discovered that the facility was running several different systems concurrently that were not designed to work together – including non-automated, paper-based systems and technology that was simply inefficient for the task at hand.

Our Solution:

We took a three-pronged approach:

We installed a new wireless backbone with a WAN failover connection.
Brought in new hardware including tablets, wearables, handhelds, scanners and GUI-based terminals.
Developed a customized enterprise software solution to help every thing work together seamlessly.

The Results

We helped increase speed and productivity by over 20%. Also, by arming the warehouse workers with a simplified, yet more powerful system we were able to help them increase their pick rates, and improve their bonus levels. Downtime was reduced by over 40% and the corporation’s upward growth trajectory continued to accelerate to record levels.

Tools used:
Zebra ET50, WT6000, TC70, DS3600, ZT410, QLn420

Contact us at Bar Code Direct to learn how we can help you improve your warehouse efficiency. Also check out our GO Zebra GO Bar Code Direct trade-in program, and receive rebates when you trade in Zebra or other mobile devices to purchase new Zebra Android mobile computers.

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IT Security, Control and Support

Zebra hardens the Android operating system into a robust, enterprise-ready force and then, offers up to seven years of security support with LifeGuard™ for Android.

51% of businesses want their mobile devices to last longer than five years.5

+ Add years of OS security support

+  Match the enterprise hardware life cycle

+ Significantly lower your TCO

Trade-ins That Offset Costs

With the GO Zebra GO Bar Code Direct trade-in program, you receive rebates when you trade in Zebra or other mobile devices to purchase new Zebra Android mobile computers. Learn more at Bar Code Direct.com

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