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7 Email Marketing Refreshes

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 21:46:00 GMT

Regardless of what the email metrics say, there is always room for improvement. In any competitive environment, you never want to settle for good enough. Here we cover seven areas most commonly in need of a refresh. By Sally Lowery, Bronto Software

White Paper: Imaging Moves Into The Mainstream

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 05:26:00 GMT

Misperceptions about 2-D imagers are changing fast, which is why 2-D imagers are the fastest-growing category of bar code readers. Only a few years ago, 2-D imagers were (wrongly) considered a niche technology mostly used for reading 2-D bar codes. Now they are becoming the technology of choice for most bar code applications, and lasers are on the way to becoming a niche technology. By Intermec

White Paper: How Ruggedness Reduces TCO For Mobile Computers — VDC Research Presented By Intermec

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 10:54:00 GMT

General-purpose PDAs and ruggedized enterprise mobile computers are made for separate markets, designed for different tasks, and vary by their size, weight, and materials. But the biggest difference between these device types is their total cost of ownership (TCO). By Intermec, Inc.

White Paper: 2010 Grocery Retail Innovation Report

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 09:51:00 GMT

For retailers who desire to align their inventory, reduce waste and gain consumer insight, applying new strategies and technology is the answer. By, Chris Allan, Chief Strategy Officer, Quantum Retail

White Paper: The Talking Warehouse: Understanding How Voice Unleashes Higher Performance In Product Distribution

Wed, 11 May 2011 04:36:00 GMT

While voice-directed workflow has been a force in distribution operations for nearly two decades, it is still considered a young technology by many supply chain professionals. In a recent independent survey, only one in five supply chain managers claimed an awareness of voice. By Roger Byford and David Maloney, Intermec, Inc.

Brochure: Intermec RFID Readers

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 07:22:00 GMT

Not all readers are created equal, and for good reason. The application, along with the information demands of your enterprise data systems, plays the biggest roles in determining the type of reader you need.

Datasheet: Intermec IF2 Network Reader

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 07:06:00 GMT

The IF4 is a simple reader or "peripheral device", with best in class dense reader mode performance, specifically designed with a RS232 port for a cost effective solution for implementing RFID by attaching the reader to a programmable logic controller (PLC).

Datasheet: Intermec IF2 Network Reader

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 06:10:00 GMT

The Intermec IF2 is a compact, cost-effective network reader designed to support diverse RFID applications in both enterprise and industrial environments that require a scalable RFID system with a low cost per read point.

Q&A: Intermec's CN70: The Next-Generation Device For Field Service

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 07:38:00 GMT

In January, Intermec launched a new product line of mobile computers - the 70 Series. The product line includes four unique products geared toward different industries that all share one common platform. By Sarah Howland, Editor In Chief, Field Technologies

White Paper: 70 Series Ultra Rugged Mobile Computers And IEEE 802.11n

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 04:36:00 GMT

Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) Communications has grown from its initial cable cutting wireless specification in IEEE 802.11 in 1997 to a ubiquitous broadband wireless access technology with the release of current specifications in 802.11n - 2009. By Intermec, Inc

Case Study: Home Hardware Enhances Retail Operations, Smoothes Inventory Management

Mon, 21 Mar 2011 03:59:00 GMT

After running into limitations with the memory size and overall capabilities of their current mobile devices, Home Hardware needed to explore the implementation of an advanced hardware solution to help increase productivity, while easing operations and maximizing inventory control. By Intermec, Inc

White Paper: Next Generation Rugged Handheld Device Requirements

Thu, 10 Feb 2011 04:22:00 GMT

Given today's myriad of mobile device choices for enterprises to consider when evaluating options for their mobile workforce, organizations are increasingly confused and uncertain about their investments. For existing end users, issues relate to the need or viability of an upgraded solution. By Intermec, Inc.

Inland Real Estate Corporation Announces Joint Venture Acquisition Of Shopping Centers In Illinois And Wisconsin

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 13:30:00 GMT

Inland Real Estate Corporation recently announced that its joint venture with PGGM has acquired in separate all-cash transactions two retail properties for an aggregate purchase price of approximately $43M, excluding closing costs and adjustments

Maxinest Evolution Is Tailor Made For Automated Warehouses

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:36:00 GMT

LINPAC Allibert, global expert in plastic returnable transit packaging for the food, retail and manufacturing sectors, has designed a new version of its award-winning Maxinest grocery retail tray to meet the growing demand for equipment that works seamlessly with the latest automated filling, weighing and handling technology

Jones Soda Co. Announces Retail Authorizations At Multiple U.S. Retail Chains

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 08:29:00 GMT

Jones Soda Co. (NASDAQ: JSDA), a leader in the premium soda category and known for its unique branding and innovative marketing, today announced it has received 2012 retail authorizations from several U.S. chains, including grocery giants Safeway, Winn-Dixie and Publix, Kum & Go convenience stores and all U.S. military commissaries

Grocery Coupon Network Launches 'Coupon Dojo' Campaign With Humorous Video

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:02:00 GMT

The employees of Grocery Coupon Network readily admit in their self-description that they are obsessed with coupons - living, eating, breathing, and shopping with them

BizSlate Announces The Launch Of Its Corporate Website

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 09:36:00 GMT

BizSlate Inc., the innovative provider of Software-as-a-Service applications that help small and medium sized manufacturers and distributors focus on growing their core business, today announced the launch of its new corporate website located at www.bizslate.com.

Bridgelux Poised For Rapid Growth And Increased Leadership In Led Lighting Market

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 04:50:00 GMT

Bridgelux, a leading developer and manufacturer of LED lighting technologies and solutions, reported recently that market conditions and its recent achievements ideally position it for additional growth and leadership in 2012.

The Co-Operative Invests In Two New Edinburgh Stores

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:38:00 GMT

The new convenience stores will open in the heart of the city at 26-28 Frederick Street, and nearby at 8 McDonald Road

Jamba And US Foods Announce Northeast Distribution Alliance

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 13:55:00 GMT

Jamba, Inc. and US Foods, one of America's most innovative food companies and distributors, recently announced they have formed a supply chain distribution alliance for service in the northeastern United States

Menominee Indian Tribe Of Wisconsin Licenses Save-A-Lot Store For Keshena, Wis.

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 23:13:00 GMT

Save-A-Lot, one of the nation's leading hard discount, edited assortment grocery chains and a division of SUPERVALU, recently announced the opening of a new Save-A-Lot store on the Menominee Indian Reservation in Keshena, Wis

Major Turkish Supermarket Chain Implements Digital Signage Networks Managed By YCD's Platform

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:41:00 GMT

YCD Multimedia, a global leader in providing smart digital media solutions to the retail business world, recently announced that its digital signage software, C-nario Messenger, has been implemented in two leading Turkish supermarket and hypermarket chains: Migros and Macrocenter. Both chains belong to the Migros Turk Group

Amazon Web Services Launches Brazil Datacenters For Its Cloud Computing Platform

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 03:51:00 GMT

Amazon Web Services LLC (AWS), an Amazon.com company, today announced the launch of its new South America (Sao Paulo) Region, the eighth geographic Region worldwide in which the company has deployed its global cloud computing platform

Intermec Technologies�Corporation - Supply Chain Information Systems

Wed, 06 Nov 2002 05:00:00 GMT

Perhaps best known as the inventor of the world's most widely used bar code symbology, Intermec today provides supply chain information products, services and systems to companies in hundreds of industries around the world.

D&W Fine Pack Acquires Major Chicago-Based Packaging Group

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:35:00 GMT

D&W Fine Pack LLC, a leader in the foodservice packaging industry, is pleased to announce the closing of the acquisition of CM Packaging Group. Based in Lake Zurich, Ill., CM Packaging Group is a manufacturer of rigid plastic thermoformed containers and aluminum containers serving the restaurant, grocery, bakery, produce and food processor markets

Ripening Produce Traceability

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:20:03 GMT

LoBue Citrus is a family-run grower and distributor of oranges accounting for approximately four to five percent of the California citrus industry. That equates to between four and five million boxes each year, with 40 percent of the product exported to Asia. Based in Lindsay, California, the company recognized the need to automate its produce traceability program in October 2010. Formerly, the process was manual, which tied up critical resources and increased the likelihood of error.

Faster Means Fresher

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 20:15:25 GMT

After originally opening as an Italian deli and small restaurant specializing in organic fresh pasta and sauces, owner Steve Simonovich transitioned Santa Cruz Pasta Factory into a manufacturing and production operation. Now distributing to Bay Area grocery stores such as Whole Foods, Simonovich began running into trouble with his company's manual processes — seeing a major increase in invoicing errors costing hundreds of dollars each month.

Efficiency — Field To Fork

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:40:00 GMT

For Washington Fruit & Produce, Co., one of Washington state's largest shippers of apples, maintaining the most effective technology possible for distribution center (DC) operations is a constant requirement.

Tracking To The Right POD System In Food Distribution

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:32:29 GMT

The food industry is like no other. The distribution process through the supply chain must be timelier, more efficient and more accurate than nearly any other industry. If that was not enough challenge the food distributors have the daunting task in today's economy of not only complying with food industry regulations but also efficiently operating large fleets, managing a mobile workforce, and keep an eye on all important customer service quality.

Holiday Stationstores Renews Agreement With Revionics

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 05:14:00 GMT

Revionics, Inc., the leading provider of retail life cycle price optimization solutions, announced recently that Holiday Stationstores, a leader in the convenience store industry with over 450 corporately owned and franchise stores, has renewed its service agreement with Revionics due to the benefits it has obtained by leveraging Revionics' Life Cycle Price Optimization solutions.

Top Savings Site, CoolSavings.com, Unveils Unexpected Coupon Data

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:06:00 GMT

Today CoolSavings.com [www.CoolSavings.com], an online savings destination where budget-conscious consumers find free grocery coupons and offers from their favorite name brands, unveiled its latest study, "The Evolution of Couponing"

Glanbia Consumer Products Boosts Warehouse Productivity And Customer Service With Heavey RF Mobile Voice Technology

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 09:30:00 GMT

Glanbia Consumer Products, the largest branded food supplier into the Irish grocery sector, and part of Glanbia plc (the global nutritional solutions and cheese group), has transformed its warehouse distribution following the implementation of a Heavey RF Group automated mobile voice technology ?1m contract

Datasheet: CK71 Mobile Computer

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:43:00 GMT

The Intermec CK71 is the no compromise, next generation ultra-rugged mobile computer that achieves true functional agility with the perfect balance of ruggedness, duty cycle, and ergonomics for the most demanding distribution environments.

CN70e Ultra-Rugged Mobile Computer

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 08:40:00 GMT

The CN70 and CN70e's design is optimized for field mobility environments. Specifically the CN70 is optimal for mobile field service and transportation workers who need power and performance in a compact form factor.

White Paper: The Total Economic Impact Of Intermec's CN50 Mobile Computer

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 07:53:00 GMT

In April 2010, Intermec commissioned Forrester Consulting to examine the total economic impact and potential return on investment (ROI) enterprises may realize by deploying Intermec's CN50 mobile computer. By Intermec, Inc.

Datasheet: CN70 And CN70e Ultra-Rugged Mobile Computers

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 07:18:00 GMT

The Intermec CN70 and CN70e are ideal for field mobility applications that demand a compact form factor with no compromise on ruggedness.

White Paper: Delivering Efficiency: Streamlining Pick-Up And Delivery In The Post & Parcel Industry

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 05:28:00 GMT

Many of the most technologically-advanced delivery companies in the world still pick up a relatively high percentage of their items without prior knowledge of the destination or any other delivery element prior to taking physical control of the item. By Intermec, Inc.

MyWebGrocer Enhances Digital Grocery Experience With Plan2Gro 5X Platform

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:14:00 GMT

MyWebGrocer, the leading provider of digital grocery solutions, announced the launch of Plan2Gro 5X platform. This new platform reinforces MyWebGrocer's position as the leader in digital grocery planning, now with 30% share of the market

Ahold USA Selects NCR Retail Marketing Software

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:15:00 GMT

NCR Corporation recently announced that Ahold USA, the U.S. division of Amsterdam-based Ahold, has selected the NCR Advanced Marketing Solution to manage offers and promotions to customers

Empower Software Solutions Awarded New Workforce Management (WFM) Contracts By Major Retailers

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:00:00 GMT

Empower Software Solutions specializes in providing WFM, and related software solutions to a variety of businesses, and has developed relationships with thousands of employers throughout the country

Invatron & ShoptoCook Form Strategic Alliance, Building On Enhanced Shopping Experience In Grocery Stores

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 10:04:00 GMT

Invatron and ShoptoCook announced recently that they have formed a strategic global alliance to provide innovative meal solution tools for grocery retailers and their shoppers

ChromaDex® Announces Expanded Retail Distribution For Its BluScience™ Line Of Dietary Supplements At A National Drug Store Chain

Tue, 10 Jan 2012 09:46:00 GMT

ChromaDex Corporation (OTCBB: CDXC), an innovative natural products company that provides proprietary, science-based solutions and ingredients to the dietary supplement, food and beverage, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries announced today that its BluScience line of dietary supplements is now available for sale in one of the largest retail drug store chains with more than 8,000 stores throughout the United States