UPS slips on new sorting scanner

WMS

Friday, August 03, 2012

UPS has announced the introduction of a new wearable scanning system for employees in its package-handling operation. The express carrier hopes the devices will speed up the time to load packages into vehicles. The technology is also aimed at getting package updates into the system faster for enhanced customer tracking. The new device, made by Motorola Solutions, is a hands-free, ring-like imager that is worn on a finger and a small terminal worn on the...

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