Technology

In this section, you’ll find a variety of technology information about communications, networking, physical security and AIDC.

Cloud Basics – Part 3: Three Service Models

by Greg Dixon January 5, 2012 Catalyst Telecom
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Cloud computing is really not such a new thing. I got out of college in 1977 with a degree in Electronics and a 7% loan for my four years of tuition. I didn’t have a clue how to make a living at this, so I went to Radio Shack and asked for a minimum wage [...]

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Why the “as a Service” Model Changes Everything

by Kevin Price January 4, 2012 Business

I call it an alignment of objectives. The “as a Service (aaS)” business model, in the information technology space, has been slowly taking over applications and sectors for the past decade. Now, cloud computing and the explosion of mobility are dramatically accelerating the pace of that conversion. The aaS model is much more than just [...]

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Hastings Entertainment talks about why the Datalogic Mobile Skorpio was the best fit for their inventory management!

by Nathan Lord December 5, 2011 Media

Recently, Hastings Entertainment, based in Amarillo, TX, migrated to new mobile devices in their 146 stores across 20 states for cycle counts and inventory control. After a lot of research and testing, they settled on the Datalogic Mobile Skorpio. What were some of the biggest selling points for them? ·         Fast Processing ·         Easy and [...]

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Confluence & Turbulent Times

by Kevin Price November 21, 2011 Business

In 2011, three big things came together that I believe over the course of the next few years will redefine the technology sector: mobility, cloud computing and the “as a Service” model. Apple iOS and Android have taken over the consumer smart phone space and created the tablet sector. They are both expanding exponentially and [...]

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SS Technical Article: Ordering an Application from AppSource

by ScanSource Technical Services October 23, 2011 AIDC
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Installing an Application from ScanSource’s AppSource While there are multiple ways to download, license and install applications from AppSource, this walkthrough is meant to guide you through the first one, making sure you don’t miss any steps. Go to ScanSource’s AppSource and login by clicking on Enter Reseller Zone. If you are a ScanSource reseller [...]

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SS Technical Article: Installing an Application from AppSource

by ScanSource Technical Services October 23, 2011 AIDC
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Installing an Application from ScanSource’s AppSource Before we get started in Studio connect your mobile computer to your PC and establish a connection either via ActiveSync (XP) or Windows Device Manager (Win 7). If you need help with this process please see the documentation for your mobile computer available at the manufacturer’s website. Studio uses [...]

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Improving Quality of Patient Care with Mobile Health Solutions

by Nathan Lord October 20, 2011 Healthcare

Recently, prior to our POS & Barcoding Partner Conference in Nashville, TN, we held a healthcare/government event to focus on some specific topics in these verticals. This gave our resellers an opportunity to check out some of the healthcare products that our vendor partners have to offer, as well as gain valuable information from some [...]

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4 Benefits of a Self-Checkout Solution from NCR

by Thomas Peery October 18, 2011 AIDC

In recent weeks, two regional US grocery chains have announced they are removing self-checkout from their store locations.  Both retailers indicated they are removing self-checkout in order to provide better customer service. These announcements have created quite a buzz among the media and internet world. The articles that have resulted are mixed but the overall message [...]

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Sato Barcode Label Printers: USB Installation Instructions

by ScanSource Technical Services October 15, 2011 Barcode Printing
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Due to the length and detail of the installation, download and use USB Installation Instructions for SATO Printer. NOTE: The procedure outlined within it must be followed correctly and in the exact order for the installation to be a success. Still have questions or technical trouble? If your already a ScanSource Reseller contact us for [...]

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Teklynx LabelView: Converting Label Files from Teklynx LabelView 7 to LabelView 9

by ScanSource Technical Services October 15, 2011 Barcode Printing
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Teklynx can only confirm that labels created in version 8 can be converted to version 9. Labels created using LabelView 7 can still be used though the conversion processes may cause some issues with fonts or field locations. This is due to the age of the product. A possible work around is to download LabelView [...]

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