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This is how barcode scanning works for simple inventory

Written by Lili Frankus | Apr 29, 2024 10:58:52 AM

Have you ever wondered how you can simplify inventory in your company?

The answer lies in a technology that is faster and more accurate than any inventory assistant: barcode scanning

Imagine if you could capture every item in your organisation in seconds and keep your inventory data up to date. This is exactly what barcode scanning does. 

Today, we'll show you how the technology works and how we use it at seventhings. 

Introduction to barcode scanning: a key technology for asset management 

 

Barcode scanning has become one of the key technologies in asset management. But what exactly is it, and how can it help your business?

 

Simply put, barcode scanning uses optical machine reading technology to capture information from barcodes. This technology enables large volumes of data to be captured quickly and accurately. The data collected is transferred directly to management systems such as your accounting programme.


Why barcode scanning is essential for asset management 

By scanning an inventory label with a barcode scanner, you can record the item and store all the important information about it. This can be anything from the manufacturer to the date of purchase or the employee who owns the item. 

Barcode scanning therefore saves a lot of time during inventory and reduces the error rate that is almost inevitable with manual entry. This improves the accuracy of your inventory data, which in turn leads to error-free asset accounting.

Label and barcode inventory allows you to track assets in real time. This is why many of the world's leading companies use this technology to optimise their inventory processes. 








Barcode scanning with an inventory label and scanner from seventhings

How barcode scanning simplifies asset management

Simplifying inventory in your company

The use of barcode scanning greatly simplifies the inventory process. Automatic data capture minimises errors and improves the accuracy of inventory data.

Real-time monitoring allows companies to keep track of their objects and identifies bottlenecks or overstocks in a timely manner.

Barcode scanning facilitates the year-end closing process and regulatory compliance by providing a central source of information for asset accounting.

Integration into the asset management system

Smooth interaction between scanners and your asset tracking software is essential for easy management of the company's inventory. 

At seventhings, our software ensures that your inventory information is automatically synchronised as soon as you scan an inventory label and edit the information. Every scan automatically updates the inventory database in the software. 

This means that whether you access our web application from your laptop or access the inventory list via the seventhings app, you get the latest information in real time, wherever you are. 

 

Saving time and reducing errors

Barcode scanning optimizes the capture of inventory items and their immediate updating in the inventory software. This saves valuable time and minimizes the risk of manual errors, resulting in time-saving and correct inventory.

 

Improving data quality and reliability

With precise data from an asset tracking software, you can make more informed decisions. This increases the effectiveness of work processes and optimises the monitoring and management of your inventory in the long term.

In addition, improved inventory data gives you a deeper insight into the utilisation and life cycle of your items. These insights are crucial for making proactive purchasing decisions. If you can accurately track the utilisation of your inventory, you can plan more effectively and react more quickly to changes. This not only helps to reduce malinvestments, but also to utilise resources more efficiently and reduce costs.

With a high-quality asset accounting database, you can lay the foundation for a smarter, data-driven future for your business.

Long-term optimization of work processes

Implementing a comprehensive asset management system not only supports inventory, but also the long-term optimisation of business processes. Automated processes allow you to focus on more strategic tasks and increase team productivity. 

The role of seventhings for digital asset management

The software solution from seventhings 

seventhings provides a software solution specifically designed to increase the accuracy of asset management. Our software seamlessly integrates barcode scanning into the inventory process. You benefit from improved data quality and simplified inventory management.

Simple inventory management with labels and scanners from seventhings

Digitalisation has transformed many areas of business, and asset management is no exception. Companies are faced with the challenge of accurately tracking and managing their asset data to ensure effective operations.

Our software solution simplifies asset management through a combination of high-quality labels and powerful scanners. 


Our RFID scanners are compatible with the seventhings app

The variety of barcodes at seventhings

At seventhings, various inventory labels are available to fulfil the requirements of different companies. These include various PET and RFID labels, which are labelled with QR codes. Each of these barcodes has its own advantages and applications. While barcode labels offer an inexpensive and effective way to track inventory items, RFID tags enable fast and contactless identification of inventory items. 

How scanners can be used for digital asset management

Scanners play a crucial role in recording inventory data. At seventhings, we use special industrial scanners that enable fast and precise barcode capture. These scanners are robust and durable to meet the requirements of industrial use. In addition, they offer features such as wireless connectivity and a user-friendly interface to complete the inventory quickly and successfully.

Procurement of labels and scanners  

The procurement of labels and scanners for inventory management can be a challenge. But with seventhings, it's easy: inventory labels can be ordered directly through seventhings. Various options are available, including personalised labels with company logos, which our team will provide for you. The industrial scanners can also be purchased directly from seventhings and are optimised for use with the inventory labels.

Customisability and user-friendliness of the inventory software 

We understand that every organisation is unique. That's why our asset tracking software is designed to be flexibly customisable to meet specific requirements. The user-friendliness of our solutions makes it quick and easy to get started with digitised inventory. 

Long-term support thanks to our in-house support team

With our customer support team at your side, you are well equipped to get started with digital asset management. Helpful onboarding tours also await you in our software. Thanks to our comprehensive help center, you'll find the right answer to every question. 

Summary on barcode scanning

The integration of barcode scanning into digital asset management is changing the way companies manage their assets.

With the combination of inventory labels and scanners, seventhings offers an effective and reliable solution for inventory management in your company. 

By using different barcodes and specialised scanners, companies can optimise their inventory processes and gain better control over their inventory data. With our inventory software, you can manage your company's items in a centralised solution and create an overview.