Most major mail centers use barcode tracking systems for tracking mail and packages, but there are many other uses of these systems that are often underutilized. SCLogic will outline a series of case studies where corporations, government agencies and universities use barcode solutions to efficiently track files, gas cylinders, visitors, and assets.
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Package Tracking Systems Are Not Just for Packages Anymore
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Course #: IM375
Title: Package Tracking Systems - Not Just for Packages Anymore
Scheduled For: Tuesday, April 30, 2013, Round Seven, 8:15-9:15 am
Presented By: Bruce E. Little, Vice President, SCLogic
MAILCOM Conference
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• Speaker Background
• Package Tracking Solution Expansion
• If You Don’t Have a Tracking Solution
• If You Have a Tracking Solution
• What Can You Track?
Agenda
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• 20+ Years in software and
mailing industry
• Joined SCLogic in 1999
• Tireless advocate for
improving accountability and
leveraging technology
Speaker Background
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• Mission specific
• PC’s became electronic clipboards
• Limited options in marketplace
• Campus logistics
• Greater responsibility for more functions
• Consolidation of mail, print and receiving
Package Tracking Solutions
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• New technology
• Handheld devices evolved
• Software technology
updates
• Web technology
Package Tracking Solutions
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• Key considerations
– Draft mission specific requirements
– Other departments’ logistical requirements
– Engage IT early
– Cost savings between departments
If You Don’t Have A Tracking
Solution
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• Reduce or eliminate paper
• Cut costs
• Speed delivery
• Reduce lost packages
• Increase visibility
• Improve reporting
• Utilize paperless technology
Common Needs
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Available Options
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• No outside software
• Security concerns
–Data should be encrypted using SSL
technology
• Subscription or perpetual license?
Software & IT Issues
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• Handheld devices are a problem
– Contain proprietary data
• Wi-Fi enabled
– Most newer devices are Wi-Fi
capable
• Who is going to support it
– IT workloads are greater than ever
Software & IT Issues
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• Scalable solution that meets new requirements
• Consolidate other departments
• Do more with less
• Integration with other systems
If You Have A Tracking Solution
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• Unique items being tracked include:
– Accountable mail
– Ballot boxes
– Gas cylinders
– Hazardous materials
– Conference attendees
– Bookstore returns
What Can You Track?
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• Unique items being tracked include:
– Files
– Furniture
– Lab samples
– Payroll pouches
– Iron mountain boxes
– Vehicle keys
What Can You Track?
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• Old system still works
• Life expectancy of hardware
• Support for old system
• New technology allows for
more options in logistics
Should I Upgrade My System?
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Questions
• It’s all about leveraging technology
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Speaker Contact Information
• Bruce E. Little
• Vice President, SCLogic
• Phone: 1.888.700.7027
Notas del editor
Typically Mission Specific – Why? Migration from Paper to PC PC’s became Electronic Clipboards Options in the Marketplace were limited making solution choices easy Consolidation of Mail, Print, Receiving Keeping Track of More Stuff to More Places on Campus
What Happened?? – Technology Hand Held Devices Evolved 3 Ways to move data Batch (Cradle) Wi-Fi Cellular Data (WAN) Software Technology evolved Email Notification, Text Notification, Kiosks The Web Technology evolved
Key Considerations Draft Mission Specific Requirements for Mail Services Be Aware of Other Departments Logistical Requirements Outside of Mail Services, i.e., Print Shop, A/V etc. Engage IT Early on in the Process Great Way to Share System Cost Between Departments
cloud computing definition is using web applications and/or server services that you pay to access rather than software or hardware that you buy and install.
No outside software What Are They Concerned About? Viruses! Security Concerns What Are They Concerned About? Hackers Getting Into the Network! All Data Should be Encrypted Using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) Technology Subscription or Perpetual License? Subscription License Just Like A Magazine Subscription – Valid For A Set Time Period Perpetual License – You Own It! OpEx vs. CapEx
Handheld Devices Are A Problem Why? Because They Contain Proprietary Data The Data Should Be Encrypted WiFi Enabled Most All Newer Devices Are WiFi Capable. Can They Be Used to Hack Into your Network? Who is Going To Support It IT Workloads Are Greater than Ever - Not Interested in Expending Additional Resources
Is Your Solution Scalable to meet additional new requirements? IT Security Requirements Logistical Requirements Many Organizations are consolidating Printing, Shipping and Receiving with Mail Do More with Less Leverage Technology Integration with Other Systems - Banner