1. Branding Campaign 2D-Image Barcode Could Do It All – The global trade group GS1 is pushing to create an industry standard barcode that would combine linear barcodes, 2D barcodes, mobile commerce and other barcode symbols into one 2D-image barcode. This could take as much as 20 years to implement but think how much easier it would be to have one barcode for every application that could be read at every point of sale system worldwide.

2. We Can Print Jewelry Labels! – MerchantOS has announced to their customers that they are now able to print rat tail labels (2”x1”). This will be a huge convenience for any small retailer that uses their web based POS and need to make small labels for jewelry, electronic or any small item.

3. Retail Industry Is Going Mobile – As new devices become available the retail industry doesn’t have a choice but to keep up with consumer convenience, mobile shopping. The numbers in this article proves that if you’re not considering the move to mobile in the future you may be left behind considering there was an 18% increase of smartphone users in the last quarter of 2009. The articles also states that mobile shopping increased to $1.2 billions dollars in 2009 from $369 million in the previous year of 2008 and is projected to be around $2.4 billion this year. Large retailers are jumping on the bandwagon quickly, Target announced this week that they are rolling out a program to send coupons directly to customers smartphones. As small retailers look for a way to compete they will have to start looking to the future of mobile shopping.

4. Ten Tips for Curtailing Online Coupon Fraud – To compete with bog box companies like Target mentioned above you might consider or already have in place an online coupon program. I like many consumers enjoy the added benefit of being able to grab an online coupon for my local small retailer. An online coupon program is not difficult to incorporate but they are subject easily to fraud. This article will give you ten great tips on how to avoid fraudulent activities with your online coupon program.

5. Outdoor Signs are Still Rabid Advertising Tools – Great news, your outdoor signs advertising your local small business are still working. With the population becoming increasingly busy and always on the go, what a great way to remind them you’re still there than with a large sign displaying your business name or a new sales event. Keep those signs up, keep them simple and if you have a sign advertising a sales event keep it current but let the customer know a few days or a up to a week in advance.

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Epson TM-T88IV ReStick Liner-free Label Printer Overview

The TM-T88IV ReStick Label printer is ideal for food service, hospitality and convenience industries. Epson provides exceptional options for improved cost effectiveness that will lower the amount of wasted food and dissatisfied customers. The TM-T88IV offers printing of repositionable liner-free labels available in two versions 3-1/8” and 2-1/4” for both receipts and labels. It is compatible and easily integrated into Epson’s standard TM-T88 printers meaning no software changes or application development.

Epson TM-T88IV ReStick Liner-free Label Printer Features

• Cost-effective liner-free label printing
• Continuous roll for variable length label output
• Produces 60% more labels per roll than die-cut labels
• Available in two models: one for 2 1/4″ and one for 3 1/8″ paper widths
• Uses MAXStick® silicone-free adhesive liner-free labels
• Modified paper well, printhead and support rollers prevent jams due to adhesive
• Supports a wide range of standard and wireless interfaces
• Features enhanced 203 x 203 dpi and is compatible with standard TM-88s with an emulation

Epson TTM-T88IV ReStick Liner-free Label Printer Applications

• Exception labels
• Bag tag labels
• Product labels
• Pizza Box labels
• Sandwich wrap labels
• Specialty cup labels
• Take-out order labels
• Freshness dating labels
• Delivery receipt labels
• Refrigerator coupons
• Prepared food labels
• Ingredient labels
• Bakery labels
• Special pricing labels
• Nutritional information

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Zebra LP 2844 Bar Code Label Printer Overview

The LP 2844 is a low cost, low maintenance bar code label printer manufactured by Zebra. It is easy to use allowing you to reduce training costs while improving efficiency in your desktop printing. The LP 2844 will print up to a 4” bar code and/or label making it a terrific choice for any shipping and receiving or transportation industry. It delivers optimal performance in a variety of printing applications along with multiple options for connectivity. The Zebra LP 2844 is a reliable, flexible low cost printer that is a smart investment for your point of sale needs.

LP 2844 Bar Code Label Printer Features

• Print method: Direct thermal (LP)
• Construction: ABS double-walled casing
• OpenACCESS™ design
• Head-up sensor
• Low Cost
• Zebra Printer Management
• Windows drivers (95, 98, Me, NT4.0, NT2000, XP)
• Windows printer utilities

LP 2844 Bar Code Label Printer Specifications

• Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
• Memory: Standard, 256K SDRAM, 512K Flash – Optional, 256K SDRAM, 1 MB Flash
• Print width: 4.09″ (104 mm)
• Print length: 11″ (279 mm) with standard memory, 22″ (584 mm) with expanded memory
• Print speed: 4″ (102 mm)/sec
• Media sensors: Reflective, Transmissive
• Media types: (black-mark optional), black bar, black mark, continuous, continuous receipt, die-cut, fanfold, gap, linerless, notch, notch sensing, notched, optional linerless platen, perforated, receipt, roll-fed, tag
• Width: 7.9″ (201 mm)
• Height: 6.7″ (170 mm)
• Depth: 8.4″ (238 mm)
• Weight: 3 lbs (1.4 kg)

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Zebra LP 2824 Bar Code Label Printer Overview

The LP 2824 is a value packed bar code label printer that is ideal for low to mid volume applications. This ultra compact printer is extremely durable and prints up to 2” wide. Zebra made the LP 2428 to fit in areas where other printers can’t while providing a 5” clear compartment for a media roll optimizing productivity. The LP 2824 is an affordable solution for retail point of sale, shelf labeling, product marking, inventory, asset management and many other industries.

LP 2824 Bar Code Label Printer Features

• Print method: Direct thermal (LP)
• Construction: ABS double-walled casing
• OpenACCESS™ design
• 32 bit RISC processor
• Head-up sensor
• Custom logos
• Zebra Printer Management
• User defined fonts and graphics
• Windows printer utilities
• Windows drivers (95, 98, Me, NT4.0, NT2000, XP)

LP 2824 Bar Code Label Printer Specifications

• Resolution: 203 dpi (8 dots/mm)
• Memory: Standard, 128 KB SRAM, 512 KB Flash – Optional, 256 KB SRAM, 1 MB Flash
• Print width: 2.2″ (56 mm)
• Print length: 11″ (279 mm) with standard memory, 22″ (584 mm) with expanded memory
• Print speed: 4″ (102 mm)/sec
• Media sensors: Reflective, Transmissive
• Media types: (black-mark optional), black bar, black mark, continuous, continuous receipt, die-cut, fanfold, gap, linerless, notch, notch sensing, notched, optional linerless platen, perforated, receipt, roll-fed, tag
• Width: 3.6″ (91 mm)
• Height: 6.8″ (173 mm)
• Depth: 7.5″ (191 mm)
• Weight: 2.7 lbs (1.2 kg)

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