Our staff love this new solution. They can work paperlessly, have live insight into the arrival times of trucks, and have a better view over realtime data to make more informed and effective decisions which ultimately enhance customer satisfaction.
IT Manager – Waterman Onions
Client Background
A major food producer introduced Zebra mobile computing, barcode scanning and printing technology to replace manual processes and improve visibility across its fast-moving production and logistics operations.
The Challenge
The business had traditionally relied on paper-based processes to manage incoming deliveries, orders, quality checks and onward logistics.
On busy days, more than 30 truckloads needed to be unloaded, while teams had limited visibility over whether incoming products had been moved to the correct locations.
With operations expanding and food safety requirements becoming more demanding, the business needed greater traceability and real-time visibility across its supply chain.
The Solution
A new digital warehouse management system was supported by a range of Zebra warehouse technology, enabling employees to capture and access information throughout the operation.
The solution included:
🔹 Zebra DS3608-ER ultra-rugged barcode scanners
🔹 Zebra MC3300 rugged mobile computers
🔹 Zebra XSlate L10 rugged tablets
🔹 Zebra ZT411 industrial label printers
🔹 2D Data Matrix codes
🔹 Vehicle-mounted technology
🔹 Mobile device management
🔹 Zebra device support and security
The technology helped digitise the tracking of approximately 11,000 crates and cages used throughout the facility.
Extended-range scanners also allowed forklift drivers to scan barcodes from their cabs at distances of more than 20 metres, while industrial printers produced tracking labels for crates moving through the production process.
The Result
| Result | Outcome |
|---|---|
|
Paperless Working |
Manual processes replaced with electronic workflows |
|
Traceability |
Improved tracking of 11,000 crates and cages |
|
Barcode Scanning |
Rugged scanners support fast, accurate data capture |
|
Mobile Working |
Teams can access live information across operations |
|
Visibility |
Real-time operational data supports better decision-making |
The new Zebra technology provides employees with greater visibility over incoming goods and operational processes, while rugged devices are designed to withstand the demanding warehouse environment.
The business is also collecting significantly more operational data, creating opportunities to further improve processes using technologies such as machine learning and artificial intelligence.
About DTE
As a certified Zebra reseller, DTE supplies, deploys and supports Zebra technology that helps businesses streamline operations, improve productivity and manage inventory more efficiently.
Our expertise spans Zebra barcode scanners, mobile computers, label printers, RFID solutions and rugged tablets, alongside professional WiFi surveys, data cabling and electrical installation.
