Worn on either the wrist or the hip, Symbol's WT4000 series of wearable mobile computers allow users to move freely and scan data, access business-critical information, and accurately perform data entry in real-time. For maximum flexibility, Symbol's new wearable mobile computer also offers headset support for voice picking.
"Target Express chose Symbol's wearable mobile computers and MC3090 series of mobile computers because they offered all of the features needed to connect our people in real-time and drive our business expansion," said Chris Bale, information technology director, Target Express. "One critical benefit has been the reduction of our integration workload which has been simplified by the fact that Symbol's products are optimized to work together across data capture, wireless data transmission and device management. Symbol's platforming approach also meant that the application work we did earlier this year for the MC3090 mobile computer was easily adapted for the new wearable mobile computer ? delivering on the investment protection promise."
Featuring IP-54 sealing rating and the ability to withstand four foot drops to concrete across a range of operating temperatures, the new WT4000 wearable mobile computer system is built to withstand the rigors of everyday use in the most demanding environments including dusty warehouse floors and cold storage freezers. With its hands-free and highly ergonomic design, Symbol's new wearable mobile computer supports voice-only, text-only and combination voice and text applications to meet the versatile needs of Symbol customers.
"Symbol's new wearable mobile computer and scanner system offers the multi-modal voice and data capabilities necessary to significantly improve warehouse and supply chain operations," said Steve Banker, analyst, ARC Advisory Group. "I believe this new device will not only increase productivity, but will also improve worker satisfaction with a versatile mobile computing tool for a variety of applications."
As well Symbol's new RS309 and RS409 scanners deliver high-performance scanning and accurate reading of both poorly printed and damaged bar codes. The RS409 can be worn directly on the finger or over a gloved hand, and is ideal for a wide range of applications -- from workers processing deliveries in a postal facility to pickers loading cases of produce onto a pallet truck to hospitality workers scanning lift tickets on a ski slope.
"Symbol is the pioneer of the wearable mobile computing category and the new WT4000 series of wearable mobile computers is the result of more than a decade of experience designing, selling and supporting wearable mobile computing products," said Brian Viscount, vice president of product marketing for Symbol's Mobile Computing Division. "With the development of ergonomics that improve user comfort and safety, as well as increased ruggedization, the new WT4000 series is Symbol's third generation wearable mobile computer and sets the standard for productivity enhancements for workers across a range of warehouse and logistics environments."
