Our New Green Initiative

With the growing amount of electronic waste or e-waste due to constant developments in technology and electronics, we believe that the continued development of our Green Initiative is absolutely necessary to do our part to help protect our planet.

Technology is always changing and developing and this leads to obsolete equipment and media (CDs, cassettes, etc.) that need to be disposed of around the world.  In many cases, the proper disposal of electronic equipment requires a legal framework, an elaborate system for collection, and many other aspects that complicate the disposal of electronics (and as a result a large number of electronics end up as toxic waste in landfills because there is no easy way to recycle or dispose of it).

According to an estimate by the Environmental Protection Agency, only 15-20% of electronic waste is recycled while the rest is dumped into landfills and incinerators. In the US alone about 3 tons of e-waste is produced each year. The total worldwide amount of e-waste is the tens of millions of tons.

To do our part to help reduce the amount of e-waste produced and to increase the amount of recycled electronics, we offer a buyback and recycling program for legacy barcode scanners, mobile computers, industrial label printers, surveillance cameras, and vehicle computers.

Not only do we simplify the recycling process by doing it for you, but we also provide you with a great incentive – credit for your used equipment. In exchange for your used equipment we offer cash, trade-in credit or credit towards another purchase from DataGear so that you get the greatest ROI on your mobile computing equipment.

Do your part to protect the future of our planet by protecting natural resources, preventing pollution and hazardous disposal by contacting us to find out about our Green Initiative and Buyback program.

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Share this content Forward To a Friend   With GoZebra12, now is the perfect time to move up to a new Zebra printer. Upgrade to the latest technology from Zebra and reap the rewards – not just the advantages of Zebra’s unmatched innovation, but cash back AND the eco-friendliness of safely recycling an old printer. Just trade in your old thermal barcode printer – from Zebra or even a competitor – and purchase a new Zebra printer. You’ll receive up to $500 cash rebate for every eligible purchase. Take advantage of this offer to improve productivity and lower maintenance costs while utilizing the equity in your current technology to get even greater value. The DataGear Team DataGear, Inc. www.DataGear.com 714-556-5055 500 W Dyer Rd Santa Ana, CA 92707

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3 Reasons to Choose DataGear as Your Data Solutions Provider

3. There for you from start to finish: We are there for you and your business from the conception of your data solutions project to its completion. And after. We don’t just provide your company with the equipment for wireless networks, data collection, and surveillance, we are also there to give you the service you need to keep it up and running smoothly. That means we’ll fix it if it breaks, we’ll expand it when you grow, and we’ll upgrade it as your needs continue to evolve.

2. We listen to you and to your needs. We are solutions providers, that means we provide you with a solution. If you have budgetary, technological, technical, or application requirements, we work with you to meet them. Consultations and site surveys are just some of the ways we like to show you that we’re there for you.

1. We love to do what we do and we do it right. Let us share that with you.

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5 Reasons to Convert to a Mobilized POS System

Technology has enabled companies to do business faster, but it has also created the expectation that quotes or purchases will be operated much more quickly and efficiently. Customers want information, products and services immediately and have little patience for slow response. So how can your company keep up with customer demands for all things better, faster, and more affordable? Here are 5 reasons to convert to a mobilized POS (point of sales) system.

1. Faster sales execution.  Shorten the turnaround time for processing a sale and increase efficiency. Give your customers what they want faster and you can be certain they’ll be happy about it.

2. Convenience for your staff and customers. Mobile POS systems allow you to make a sale anywhere, anytime (based on your system’s connection – i.e. off-site sales require a cellular card and not just wifi capabilities). You can create a better experience for your customers by conducting the sales at their convenience and at the location of their choosing.

3. Security. Process transactions in front of customers, giving them a more secure payment experience.

4. Be more Competitive. Mobility allows for a more competitive POS system and a way to differentiate yourself from the competition.

5. Improved data management. Digital documentation is easier and more convenient to organize, manage and utilize. Eliminate the need to manually enter receipts into accounting software at the end of the day by taking advantage of the data automation features most mobile POS systems include.

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The Produce Traceability Initiative

An example of a PTI label from the PTI website

PTI requirements and solutions are becoming frequent topics of conversation in the produce industry, but this initiative has yet to be fully adopted due to hesitation regarding cost and the potential complexity attached to meeting the PTI requirements. In this article, I summarize what the Produce Traceability Initiative is, how it is implemented and the benefits of converting to this system of inventory management.

What is the Produce Traceability Initiative, otherwise known as PTI?

The Produce Traceability Initiative is a voluntary effort on the part of those in the produce industry to improve their traceability capabilities. As a result of these improvements, “suspect product” can quickly be removed from the marketplace while limiting the impact of the recall on other suppliers and products. Produce traceability has been a topic of conversation since the Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act of 1930 which introduced the foundation for produce traceability. The more recent Bioterrorism Act of 2002 introduced the “one step up and one step back” traceability requirements to the produce industries.

How can PTI be implemented?

Simply put, PTI standardizes data collection and processing across the supply chain. With standardized barcodes (pictured above), packers, repackers, wholesalers, distribution centers, retailers and food service providers can better track and monitor the produce that they handle. The PTI barcode solution creates a coding system that can be read by each company across the supply chain, simplifying communication of information.  These barcodes include a Global Trade Item Number (GTIN) to identify the manufacturer and product contained within the case and a lot number to identify the lot the produce originated from. This information is displayed on the case containing the produce in both human-readable form and machine-readable (see above photograph).

PTI Solutions are implemented at the case level rather than at the individual product level for a number of reasons. By labeling produce by the case, traceability is not only more affordable but more effective and efficient.

What are the benefits of implementing PTI labeling?

• Companies earn the confidence of the government and consumers
• Limits the scope and cost of food recalls
• Investigations become more efficient and less costly
• More consistency in regards to communication of product information across the supply chain
• Speeds up delivery of orders to retailers and distributors
• Can measurably improve operational efficiency
• Protects public health
• Increased customer satisfaction
• Complies with FDA mandates

What would be the most effective way to implement the Produce Traceability Initiative?

The most effective, efficient and affordable way to implement the Produce Traceability Initiative would be to utilize mobile computing and printing technology.  With mobile barcode scanners and printers, workers can print labels at the point of application ensuring accuracy and limiting wasted materials.

Let us help you develop your food traceability solution drawing from our comprehensive catalog of technologies including mobile and stationary computers and printers. Our team is trained to help you create a customized solution that can easily be integrated into your existing infrastructure.

For more information on the Produce Traceability Initiative, visit their official web site.

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