Overview
Bar codes as an Automated Data Collection tool facilitate collection of product related information throughout the supply chain as the product travels from its point of manufacture to its point of sale. In the time to come, bar codes would become mandatory for businesses, and there would be an urgent need to adopt this technology.
A first on the subject in India, Bar Codes: Technology and Implementation demystifies bar codes technology and provides inputs on choosing the right equipment for implementing bar code systems. Written in a simple and non-technical language, it brings to the fore the applications of bar codes in the area of manufacturing, distribution as well as in the development of management information systems.
Bar Codes: Technology and Implementation includes: Detailed information on the popular Bar Code symbology’s, i.e. UPC, EAN, Liner and 2D Symbology’s. The type of scanners to be used, the art of scanning and decoding, printing bar code labels. The various kinds of printers, bar code verification software to be used and operating systems. Cases and various applications of bar codes on planning and implementation. The book addresses the many benefits of bar codes technology, useful for industries, institutions and government bodies. Managers and decision makers would find the book helpful in gaining an in-depth knowledge of the subject.
Table of Contents
Introduction to Bar Codes Auto ID technologies - Introduction to Bar Code Technology - Symbologies - Scanning and Decoding - Printing Bar Code Labels - Software for Bar code systems - Bar Code systems and Interfaces - Bar Code Applications - Planning and Implementing Bar Code Systems - Benefits of Introducing Bar Codes in Indian Industries
Review from Venkadesh Narayanan, Principal Consultant, Fhyzics
