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Back in 1994, very few consumers fully understood the future of “computer stores”. However, remote shopping conducted over the phone was already responsible for
$60 billion
worth of sales. Now, nearly sixteen years later, ecommerce is reshaping retail operations with complex supply chains and new consumer demands. Along with it comes the “Now” Economy which demands faster free shipping from coast to coast.
Past shipping speeds used to fall anywhere between two weeks up to a month. International shipping was either unheard of or extremely slow. In today’s “Now” Economy, fast shipping can make or break the customer’s experience. As a matter of fact, 75% of consumers surveyed by the
report expecting free delivery while the
states that 63% of participating consumers expect no more than three days for standard delivery. While ecommerce drives the need for faster order fulfillment,
works closely alongside partners to meet demands efficiently and affordably, starting with your printer.
As a crucial part of your inventory management system, industrial printers can dictate workflow pace, which is why enhancing your printer from the inside out can set your operations up for success. To eliminate integration downtime, Covington
partners with Zebra Technologies
to maximize uptime with quality, versatile, and affordable printing.
This is what the Future of Printing Looks Like
- Higher Printing Versatility – As supply chains become more dynamic and compliance standards change, warehouses require adaptable printers such as the ZT421 and ZT411 which deliver direct thermal, thermal transfer, and metal-compatible RFID tags through one device.
- Greater Ease of Use – While flexible, new printers must also be user-friendly to lessen bottlenecks and worker confusion. Intuitive media loading and faster printing speeds make printers like the ZT600 ready to handle higher order influx.
- Rugged Enterprise Labels – An efficient printer cannot deliver quality prints without quality labels. As inventory travels farther, labels must withstand changing temperatures and new environments without losing legibility.
- Compatible Quality Ribbons – Printer ribbons help regulate printing speeds and image quality, which is why they must be durable and compatible to your application requirement.
Set a new printing standard this year with a system designed for maximum efficiency, from the inside out.
Speak with a printing specialist
today to start a printing solution tailored to your needs and expectations.
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