Bar Code Scanner & Software
- There are different varieties of bar code scanners used by businesses. A tethered scanner is used in point of sale transaction at stores. A cordless scanner is used to scan inventory items in a warehouse. A cordless scanner reads data still shelved and sends the information back to the computer. A memory scanner scans bar codes that can keep track of merchandise.
- Bar code scanner software provides businesses the ability to track the number of items they carry in inventory and sell. Libraries uses a bar code scanner and software to track the number of books being checked in and out of the library. Libraries also use bar code software to make labels.
- Bar code software can be used to record bar codes labels and identify the type of merchandise. Businesses can use the information to track merchandise, print bar code labels and create reports.
