What is the biggest advantage for small businesses using this kind of technology?
Grant: Small businesses are looking for technology that provides rapid improvement without costing a lot or requiring complex implementation. As you can see from the few examples I mentioned, the impact and return is felt in months. What’s terrific about barcodes is: • They’re simple and proven. • They are affordable. • They are easy to implement. It’s a great message in today’s business climate: something that can quickly and effectively save time, save money and improve profitability. Steve: There are many companies that don’t ship physical products but could benefit from this technology, like your time and attendance products. How does something like that work? Grant: One of a company’s biggest expenses is its employees. That’s why using barcodes to track employees’ time can save money. Using a time and attendance system with badges, or even a “human barcode” (fingerprints), companies can save up to 4 percent of their annual payroll. This is achieved through accurate time calculatio
