WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF USING A
Barcode System IN LOGISTIC ACTIVITIES?

Accuracy: Barcodes eliminate manual product information entry at receiving, significantly reducing the potential for error. Associates only need to swipe the barcode across the scanner, whether at a warehouse or a retail store.

Real-time data: When an employee scans a barcode, the organization's Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or business management system instantly updates inventory and sales figures. As a result, a corporation may immediately determine important indicators like inventory turn, value of inventory on hand, or sales per week by item because it always has access to the most recent data.

Reduced training: Since barcodes and scanners are often self-explanatory, new hires don't need much time to learn how to operate them effectively at the checkout counter. The need for institutional knowledge and memory is also significantly diminished by barcodes. For example, a worker at a grocery shop can be effective without being familiar with the codes for well-liked items.

Inventory control: Barcodes help with inventory control by streamlining the process and cutting back on irrational purchases of goods. When evaluating inventory positions or demand trends, employees may always discover the most recent information, enabling them to make better judgments about purchasing and discounting. As a result, carrying costs for both current and obsolete inventories are reduced, increasing long-term profitability.

Low cost: Compared to systems that provide equal benefits, barcodes require a far less initial investment, making them an excellent bargain. For a modest cost, businesses can produce a limited number of barcodes for internal usage, and as their demands expand, the cost of the enabling technology stays affordable.