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Zebra Intelligent Cabinets: the Smart Way to Boost Operational Effectiveness and Device Performance

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Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

PART 1 How Many of These Issues Impact Your Ongoing Business Operations?

PART 2 Introducing Next-Level Mobile Device Management

PART 3 Single Source, Multi-Device Consolidation, and Optimization

PART 4 Ideal Applications Where Intelligent Cabinets Work Best

PART 5 Configurations for Any Application or Use Case

CONCLUSION Zebra Intelligent Cabinets. A More Efficient Option. A Proven Solution. A Better Choice.

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Phone and tablet mobile devices that are fully deployed by a transitory workforce often represent the epitome of efficiency. But why should those efficiency benefits cease when housing and storing those same devices?

Fact is, current enterprise mobile storage options are a hidden drain on operational efficiency throughout the entire business enterprise.

INTRODUCTION

Industry sectors such as Warehouse and Distribution Management, Manufacturing/Inventory Management, and Retail/Backroom Management can all suffer from productivity declines without an effective and systemized device storage solution in place.



How Many of These Issues Impact Your Ongoing Business Operations?A natural and attainable outcome for any enterprise is more efficiency, productivity, and accountability from all workers. And yet the actual reality is often anything but upon closer analysis.

It doesn’t require a deep examination to reveal the true culprits …

For example, how closely can you track the chain of custody for each device? And how successful are you in eliminating the guesswork of who had which device when and what happened to it when it was in use throughout the worker’s shift?

Without a storage solution that delivers centralized device management and secured distribution access, you’re flying blind in terms of any level of accountability for broken or lost devices.

And you can put another serious dent in operations productivity if you’re charging and updating devices on a manual, one-off basis.

Overall, these issues left unchecked wreak obstruction and disruption to an effective enterprise workflow. The cascading domino effect causes efficiency and productivity declines that can ultimately put a severe strain on overall profits.

Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way. Because the ultimate mobile device management solution is a lot closer than you might think.

ONE



Introducing Next-Level Mobile Device Management Welcome to the Zebra Intelligent Cabinets solution. With 15+ years of experience across an entire spectrum of industries and business sectors, Zebra has the best practice acumen and proven technologies to customize a device management storage system that perfectly fits your business operations needs.

The goal: better optimize device storage, accessibility, and management. All via Zebra’s proven performer cabinets, racks, cradle locks, and customized carts.

With centralized device management and secured distribution access solution in place, the enterprise can immediately better manage three areas of operations essential for overall success and profitability:

• People • Devices • Workflows

The workflow component is usually where an enterprise can experience the quickest and most significant worker productivity gains. How is that possible? In short, any workflow can now be automated via software-driven management.

TWO



This shift to automation accelerates access to devices for workers at the beginning and the end of shifts. More efficiency is gained by the elimination of manual distribution and documentation of devices.

Overall, automation of device management helps an enterprise better manage (and often minimize worker hours), reduces the possibility of human error, and promotes better allocation of company resources, both human and machine.

What makes Zebra Intelligent Cabinets

the preferred solution for all three?



Single Source, Multi-Device Consolidation, and OptimizationZebra Intelligent Cabinets offers one source for all of an enterprise’s high-priority requirements: ordering, project management, delivery, and operational life cycle.

Centralized device management and secured distribution access with Intelligent Cabinets deliver optimal benefits where they are needed most -- for devices, for workers, and most importantly, for the bottom line.

Imagine the productivity gains when you can maximize lifecycle and device performance enterprise-wide in one fell swoop.

Consolidation and connection via Intelligent Cabinets can perform a variety of tasks while housing the mobile devices in a safe and secure, temperature-controlled environment.

(Future Intelligent Cabinet innovations will soon be equipped with UV light on each shelf level to properly disinfect each device for its next use. This feature helps boost overall worker safety and further reduces downtime.)

THREE



In addition, Intelligent Cabinets provide one comprehensive source and location to deliver a full array of tasks and services:

• Effective tracking of battery level and overall device health • Efficient battery charging • Uniform software updates • Comprehensive diagnostics and health checks • Faster access

Another advantage of Intelligent Cabinets is the ability to protect devices with authorized-only storage, security, and access. In so doing, this chain of custody capability helps the enterprise better protect a valuable investment and overall company asset: its entire inventory of mobile devices.

With Zebra Intelligent Cabinets, the enterprise benefits from 24/7 device traceability. When was the device checked out, when checked in, by whom, and what happened to the device while in use.

This level of data intelligence helps reduce repairs and replacements while also having the systems in place to prevent device abuse and further damage.



Ideal Applications Where Intelligent Cabinets Work BestZebra Intelligent Cabinets are the preferred choice in a host of industrial, manufacturing, and retail environments.

Warehouse/Manufacturing

Key areas where Intelligent Cabinets are deployed for optimal efficiency:

• Storage/stocking areas • Picking/packing • Reverse logistics • Inventory management

Benefits and Advantages

Optimize WorkflowsTake command of the entire device inventory. Now any and all devices are ready for immediate use when neede.

Secure and TrackStow devices in a highly secure cabinet, determine and grant access to authorized personnel, accurately track usage by user, and more.

FOUR

Reduce Damage and Loss

Improve personnel accountability for devices. Reduce damage, faults and return for repairs.

Lower CostsPrevent loss and lower replacement costs.



Transportation and Logistics

Intelligent Cabinets are an ideal fit in these areas:

• Postal/Courier • Device fleet management


Centralized Device StorageNow employees have a central place to store devices. Look for improvements in both the start-of-day and end of shift processes.

Track Device StatusEvery new workday now starts with a full arsenal of devices 100% charged. Even better, battery life can be constantly monitored to keep devices at peak performance. And while devices are not in service updates can be performed to reduce downtime.

Reduce CostsPrevent loss and slash replacement costs.

Optimize WorkflowsIntelligent Cabinets software optimizes all phases of daily workflows.

Retail

Intelligent Cabinets are put to work in all of these use cases:

• E-commerce • Distribution centers • Back of store


Optimize Worker TimeWhen the team is ready for work, so are all your devices. This helps improve how the day starts and ends from a process and workflow perspective.

Track Device StatusConstant status updates of all your Zebra mobile devices. Monitor battery life and perform updates while not in service. Max-imize workflows and staff efficiency with greater visibility of individual users and device usage.

Reduce CostsSecure devices in lockable cabinets when not in use to prevent loss. Improved workforce utilization and reduced labor costs consistently.



FIVE

Configurations for Any Application or Use CaseA key advantage of Zebra Intelligent Cabinets is their infinite flexibility. These cabinets can accommodate a number of different devices: from 5 (compact) to 60 (X-Large) to 100 devices (Extreme).

Floor and wall-mount options are available and the Cabinet screen and portal come in a single or double shelf. And as you’d expect, Intelligent Cabinets are Wi-Fi™/4G friendly as well as Ethernet friendly. The cabinets are lockable and offer a variety of lock options.

Even better, Zebra Intelligent Cabinets deliver 3 comprehensive layers of security to protect your entire mobile device inventory from unexpected losses. Door lock options RFID or barcode options are available for custom requests. In addition, there is a device alarm and cabinet alert if no timely logon is present. There is also a mandatory log-in to release the device from the cradle lock.

Zebra Intelligent Cabinets | Feature Overview

Racks can be single or double-sided, depending upon how many devices are stored. Cradle locks have mechanical locking for TC5X/TC7C charging cradles. Carts can be tailored to suit your unique environmental conditions.



The cabinets themselves are customizable to hold a variety of different combinations of devices in different arrangements. A “stadium” design is available to house more devices with the same footprint. Such a design also helps maximize floor space.

There’s also a modern open-leaf design for easy access, passive cooling for reduced operating costs, and multi-level security offerings that can be easily configured.

Your Realtime Device Dashboard: The Zebra Access Management System

Best of all, Intelligent Cabinets include the Zebra Access Management System (cabinet display + device application + portal) to effectively manage and track access to devices.

This unique system can quickly identify device readiness and loss issues whether in-cabinet on a charge, in use, or simply missing. At your fingertips are real-time updates to device status.

There is also robust reporting ability. See the status of an entire site or all your cabinets across your estate via the Portal. You can also add, remove and configure devices, cabinets, and sites via the Portal and add devices via the Cabinet.

Here’s a quick, high-level overview of the components and features of the Intelligent Cabinet system:

• Racks º Consolidated access º Multiple device configurations º Single or double-sided

• Cabinets º Enhanced security options º Zebra Access Management System ™ º Help reduce device loss and damage º Dashboard reporting º Battery charge status º Quick access for optimized workflows

• Cradle Lock º More secure and accountable because of mechanical locking º Zebra Access Management System™ º Reduce device loss and damage º Battery charge status º Compatible with Zebra Intelligent Racks and Cabinets

• Carts º Customized solutions depending on specific use cases º Ideal for warehouse/distribution

Zebra-validated cabinets, racks, cradle locks, and customized carts are specifically designed to accommodate a wide range of Zebra mobile devices, from handheld mobile computers and tablets to mobile printers and scanners.

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Zebra Intelligent CabinetsA More Efficient Option. A Proven Solution. A Better Choice.

A better and smarter solution for device management is all within your immediate grasp. So too are immediate, tangible, and sustainable boosts in productivity, device reliability, and most important with transitory staffing, full worker accountability.

You’ve made the necessary investment in mobile devices. To get the most out of those devices and the people that use them, Zebra Intelligent Cabinets deliver ROI benefits you can count on today and tomorrow.

First, you can finally establish a reliable and indisputable chain of custody for every device. This provides a double benefit: loss prevention reduction plus investment protection of all your mobile devices.

You’ll now possess full end-to-end traceability for secure device storage, tracking, and user accountability with features that include user access, time, and date stamp at points of removal and return.

Of course, accompanying enhanced worker accountability is a reduction in damage to your devices. But that’s not all. Because with accountable workers and more devices in use, there’s less downtime and increased productivity. All from an improved workflow and more efficient worker performance.

CONCLUSION



What does that look like specifically? Well, with rapid access and “at a glance’ status, all your mobile devices are organized, charged, and ready for use at the start of the shift with easy-to-spot displays to ensure each user accesses the correct device. No time is wasted waiting for a device to be ready initially or somehow battery-depleted during the worker’s shift.

Still another ROI benefit exists with minimizing maintenance and operating costs. Zebra Intelligent cabinets are durable, flexible, and customizable to your needs, available floor space, and overall environ-ment. Every cabinet component is engineered with industry experience and built to last for years of effective service.

Trust Zebra for the right scalable solution for your needs today and in the coming years.

Zebra offers a repeatable, cost-effective support model and all from a single supplier. Zebra brings 50 years of experience in mobile devices and 15+ years in Intelligent Cabinet design and configuration.

And with Zebra, you have access to a wider range of services. Zebra Professional Services can help every step of the way with your Intelligent Cabinets system. From initial concepts to a smooth deployment, successful adoption, and effective operations.

Our Support Services can provide the right coverage of your devices that extend beyond the usual wear and tear. To further add to your comprehensive support, VisibilityIQ™ offers a single-pane-of-glass of device performance. What’s more, ongoing technical support is only a call or click away with Zebra OneCare.

From technology to flexibility to experience and support, Zebra is the single source you can trust to handle all your mobile device management needs.

And count on Imprint’s Management Services – working with the best technology providers like Zebra to deliver proven solutions such as Intelligent Cabinets to a constantly changing marketplace.

To put Intelligent Cabinets to work for your enterprise, call Imprint Management Services at 855-745-4464 or

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