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Systems Development - Solutions for Every Need

Systems Development is an essential component to the implementation of an Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) system. It is during this initial phase that a scope of work is determined, ROI metrics are established, and training begins. American Barcode and RFID (AB&R) systems transform process data into information that management can use to make better decisions and more accurate forecasts.


Systems Requirement and Design Study (SRDS)

An SRDS is a comprehensive functional specification document derived from an in-depth application analysis, consultation with all project stakeholders, and legacy software integration considerations. It stands as the "Scope of Work" template from which the entire installation is developed. An SRDS minimizes overall cost due to its comprehensive nature and the clarity with which it lays out the implementation steps.


Standardized Software Solutions

For many application needs, a standardized software package with few customizations will be sufficient. These packages are full-featured, flexible, modularly designed, and are backed by the security of long-term support from dedicated AB&R professionals. Ongoing development, system support, solution documentation, and training are all common features of an AB&R solution.


Custom Software Solutions

AB&R has experienced programmers skilled in custom AIDC applications, database design, and full system integration with Legacy and ERP systems. Formal training for the entire project management team is a standard option, and support and maintenance programs are always recommended. AB&R eliminates the need for customers to change the way they do business to suit the software; AB&R can adapt software to meet the needs of the company.


AB&R's Solutions Create Many Benefits


Increased inventory accuracy Verified personnel
Eliminated packing errors Lowered labor costs
Shortened cycle time Prevention of theft
Tracked customer behavior Enhanced customer service
Secured assets Controlled access

CASE STUDY: Arizona DES Cries, "HELP!"

The Arizona Department of Economic Security (DES) had over 250 offices with more than 3000 capital assets valued at $58 million in 2002. Arizonal DES had dedicated a full-time staff person to visit all of the offices throughout the state to take a manual inventory. Reports were inaccurate, inconsistent, and lists were never timely because it took a full year to account for all locations.

AB&R modified a batch WMS software package into a radio frequency (RF) system, which turned a laptop into a mobile wireless access point used from office-to-office to scan items and collect inventory instantly. This modification also included the ability for Arizona DES to sync all of its lists to a main server effortlessly.

With no increase in staff or time, Arizona DES was able to manage an additional 100 offices and assets scattered across the state. "We can go through an inventory cycle and reconciliation much more quickly now. We can generate reports more easily and the system is much more user-friendly. The best part is the significant reduction in the manual input. We've automated the record-keeping," said Howell Lindsay, Manager of Equipment Services. American Barcode's unique solution to Arizona DES's challenging situation helped the agency achieve its objectives and even handle an unexpected expansion quickly and easily.

Typical Installation Services and Benefits


Software installation Programming handheld devices like PDTs and PDAs
WLAN security setup Configuring for wireless network integration
Data conversion    

AB&R's Industry-Specific Solutions:


IEEE802.11 Compliance WLAN Applications
Route Accounting WWAN Applications
Mobile Workforce Patient Identification
Web-based Applications Compliance Labeling
PDA Integration Project Management
RFID Automation Product Staging
Portable Printing Wireless Security
Electronic Identification Badging Operations
Radio Frequency Connectivity    




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