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Keeping Count: How to Successfully Deploy RFID in Retail

Though the benefits of RFID are plentiful—including inventory record accuracy, display compliance, and futuristic uses of technology to improve the customer experience—retailers must ask the question: is RFID the right fit? Metals and liquids pose a challenge for RFID tags, and while there are workarounds, this is still something to consider. So, what justifies…

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Keeping Count: RFID History and How It is Used Today

While many have likely not heard of radio frequency identification (RFID), most consumers are using it. Card tap payment—the one that allows you to skip the fuss of inserting your card into the reader — is an example of RFID. Datascan’s VP of Technology Strategy, Herb Billings, explains the uses of RFID technology with…

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Keeping Count: RFID’s Exciting Impact in Retail

Stores often wonder: Why do shoppers leave without a purchase? There are four main reasons: Items are out of stock. There’s no one to help. It takes too much time to finalize the shop. The experience is impersonal. The solution? RFID. RFID improves the out-of-stock problem by providing real-time stock levels, which is crucial…

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Keeping Count: RFID’s Role in Supply Chain Management

Remember the toilet paper scarcity? Yeah. That. What if we told you that could have been avoided or minimized? Herb Billings, VP of Technology Strategy at Datascan, dives into the effects radio frequency identification (RFID) has on the supply chain with host Tyler Kern. RFID provides inventory record accuracy at affordable rates. Having this feature…

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Keeping Count: What are the main drivers prompting retailers to implement RFID?

Datascan’s VP of Technology Strategy, Herb Billings, converses with Tyler Kern about the benefits of using radio frequency identification (RFID). There are four main uses for RFID: “It improves inventory record accuracy. It reduces manual labor time around inventory management tasks. You can implement it for anti-theft, and display compliance — making sure you have…

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Keeping Count: Ways to Minimize Returns

Welcome to Herb’s Hot Takes, where we address the growing challenges of retail returns in today’s digital landscape. We explore the complexities of returns and provide expert insights to help navigate this crucial aspect of operations. With the rise of e-commerce, returns have become an inevitable part of retail operations. Retailers can employ strategies to…

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Herb’s Hot Hot Takes: The Five Effects of Bad Inventory Management

Unlock the potential of your retail business with Herb’s Hot Takes, featuring Herb Billings, Datascan’s VP of Product Strategy, as he reveals how RFID technology can revolutionize your growth. In this episode, Herb addresses the critical impact of poor inventory record accuracy on your business’s success. Discover the five key consequences that stem from inaccurate…

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Through the Storm with Otis McGregor, Fractional COO Expert, Founder of Tribe + Purpose
January 24, 2025

As the CEO and Founder of Tribe + Purpose, Otis McGregor provides the guidance and expertise to reshape the culture and structure of small businesses and launch them to the next stage of growth. With over 13 years of experience as a leadership and success coach, Otis McGregor has helped hundreds of clients around…

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Why the Metropolis Acquisition of Oosto Signals a New Era for AI in Facilities and Property Management
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When the news broke that Oosto, a leader in AI-driven security and video analytics, was being acquired by Metropolis, a company known for parking automation and frictionless payments, it made waves across the industry. A security-centric AI company joining forces with a parking tech company might seem unexpected at first, but this move represents a…

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JUST THINKING… about CCMR with a Focus on Military Readiness
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The role of education in shaping military readiness is often overlooked, yet its impact on future generations is profound. As artificial intelligence reshapes how we think about career readiness, discussions on College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) highlight the pressing need for holistic preparation. While college and career pathways often dominate these conversations, military…

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The Emotional Side of Money: Transforming Client Conversations with Financial Therapy
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For years, financial advisors have focused on logic, strategy, and data to guide their clients. Yet, as the field of behavioral finance evolves, a key truth has emerged: managing money isn’t just about numbers—it’s deeply emotional. For most people, financial decisions are influenced by emotions — not logic. With this in mind, advisors are beginning…

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What Does An Ideal Inventory Counting Solution Look Like for Retailers Worldwide?
September 13, 2021

On this episode of Keeping Count, a podcast from the experts at Datascan, Host Tyler Kern talked with Gerry Meca, Chief Information Officer at Datascan. They talked about some of the trends in the industry and what they will look like moving forward. Meca joined Datascan as VP and Chief Information Officer in March…

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