White Papers & Case Studies

  1. Mobile Thermal Printers Help Streamline DSD/Route Operations 11/7/2012

    This case study from Brother Mobile Solutions takes a look at Auto-Chlor System, a market leader in the production, service, and maintenance of commercial dishwashing machines as aging printers in their service vehicles began to require more resources and maintenance budget while hindering delivery driver efficiency.

  2. Noble Automates Delivery Processes And Improves POD Capability With Handheld Computer Solution 11/2/2012

    This case study from Intermec takes a look at Noble, a wholesale supplier of plumbing, HVAC, hydronics, industrial, building maintenance, and fire protection products, as they are searching for a way to improve their proof of delivery capabilities and automate their shipping and receiving process.

  3. MobileDemand And PeopleNet Streamline Operations For Heniff Transporation Systems Saving Them $1m+ Per Year 10/5/2012

    This case study from MobileDemand takes a look at Heniff Transportation Systems, one of the top 20 liquid bulk carriers in the United States. Heniff is experiencing problems with the older fixed mounted fleet management system they utilize for onboard computing and mobile communications.

  4. Utilities And Mobile Computing: Leveraging Real-Time Visibility To Drive Customer Engagement 9/7/2012

    This white paper from Motion Computing covers the need in this service-driven economy to strategically equip frontline workers with mobile solutions to streamline performance and drive customer interactions according to a study from VDC Research Group.

  5. Logistics And Transportation Need Rugged Tablet PCs 8/17/2012

    From passenger services to commodities transport, transportation and logistics organizations require devices that confront all-weather conditions, perform in airspace or on back roads, provide GPS location and sustain long-term battery power.

  6. Just The Ticket - Sand Springs Police Department Implements Handheld Mobile Computers To Improve Officer Productivity And Safety 8/1/2012

    To serve and protect is just one of the many things the Sand Springs Police Department (SSPD) is tasked with on a daily basis. As the department’s officers report to work each day, citations are just one of the many ways they keep their population of 19,000 safe.

  7. Automating The Fleet - Earhart Petroleum Improves Visibility Into Its Fleet Operations With Vehicle Mount Computers And Rugged Handhelds 8/1/2012

    Earhart Petroleum had several goals they hoped to achieve as a result of the technology investment. They looked to improve delivery efficiency (as measured by gallons delivered per truck/per day) by 20 percent, minimize inventory shrinkage, reduce staff overtime and improve invoice turnaround time by three business days.

  8. How The Right Printer Can Make A Difference For Manufacturers 8/1/2012

    Information and documentation are essential components of everything that manufacturers produce and ship today, whether products need to be tracked through the production process or through the supply chain to the customer.

  9. Five Things To Consider When Using Tablet Computers In Forklift Applications 8/1/2012

    This white paper reviews some of the important differences between tablets and purpose-built computers for forklifts, and presents the five key issues that must be considered when assessing tablet computers for forklift operators.

  10. Thermal Printing Cuts Cost And Adds Value For DSD 4/24/2012

    An important part of the value of automating direct store delivery (DSD) operations comes from having the ability to give customers delivery receipts, order forms and invoices on the spot. Printing documentation at the time of the visit helps ensure accuracy, reduces paperwork and clerical labor in the back office, and accelerates the cash cycle. In some countries, it is a legal requirement that DSD companies to provide and maintain a printed record of each transaction.  By Intermec, Inc.