James Korte
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Retail Leveling Up: Integrating Smarter Inventory Tactics
No matter the industry, whenever a new tactic or strategy is implemented, there will always be challenges before an organization can master the...
As the iPhone, iPad, and other Apple devices continue to grow in popularity across the consumer and enterprise markets, technology solutions providers can no longer afford to offer products that do not interface effectively with this now-ubiquitous operating system. Demand for peripherals and accessories that work with iOS devices across many vertical market applications steadily grows and sees no signs of stopping soon. In addition, these devices must also be just as mobile, intuitive, and user-friendly as their Apple counterparts.
Solutions that work seamlessly with Android, Blackberry, and Windows Mobile operating systems have become standard across the channel. Still, the resistance to supporting Apple’s iOS could be an obstacle to realizing real growth across the industry in 2013 and beyond. Fortunately, top technology solutions manufacturers recognize this growing demand among consumers and end-users for iOS-compatible devices and are introducing solutions to meet that demand.
Star Micronics recently introduced the SM-S220i, its first mobile printer certified by Apple through its MFi certification program. This lightweight, compact portable printer can pair via Bluetooth with iPod Touch, iPad, and iPhone devices as well as support the Bluetooth SPP protocol, allowing it to pair with Android and Windows-based devices. Retail, hospitality, and payment processing users can utilize this simple hardware solution with various operating systems, allowing greater flexibility and mobility.
Embracing these new technologies and operating systems is crucial for the channel now and into the future. With the Star SM-S220i and other new solutions designed to work with iOS and other operating systems, resellers can offer a more comprehensive array of mobile options to meet more of your customers’ varied needs across vertical markets. Click here to learn more about BlueStar’s Mobility Solutions and other mobile printing solutions from Star Micronics.
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What's in Store for Fleet Management?
Within the craziness of the most recent year and even now, the supply chain has been working overtime to filter through the number of parcels going...
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How to Create Customer-First Payment Experiences
Customer experience has become a top priority for shoppers, even topping price and product quality when choosing where to shop. According to a PwC...