Dynamics GP and Barcode Scanning How to Enable Cooperation _1
There are several possible scenarios where you might need barcode scanner to work with Great Plains forms, fields and tables. Applications most popular turn as sales order processing Cash Register POS transaction with barcode scanner attached directly through the USB port, and the second is more advanced work in something that could be classified by the system warehouse management, where the bar code scanners are deployed? warehouses and scanned documents (usually stocks site transfers and adjustments, allocations from the sales order, purchase invoices) need to be transferred to GP. We also saw many very specific demands, such as opening the bill of material forms module for barcode scanning to facilitate partial assemblies. Barcode reader is by nature similar to the computer keyboard, the original idea was probably to penetrate the human brain and limitations in the hand by typing characters and numbers, as finally scanner works many times faster. Cheap USB scanner connected bar code can still be regarded as an accelerator keystroke. But, modern laser scanners have advanced features such as the operating system, screen / user interface, memory (where you can scan the entire document or even the whole batch of documents and download them later in batch mode supposedly). These improvements will open up many possibilities, but at the same time, they are probably the interaction between the traditional corporate ERP application not simple in nature, as it used to be with a USB scanner. Let 抯 take a look at the details and options: 1.How to upload scanned documents in batch mode so-called? This is something that is not present in the original business logic of the Great Plains. You can try Integration Manager, but this solution is too complex (too many steps, and you do not expect this type of skills from your warehouse worker and even pass manager). Yes, the natural approach is to program small application, driver, in the case of Great Plains Dexterity is typically customized programming. What you need to program here is: pull digital files from the scanner's memory and bring the documents in GP. Dexterity is not the only tool to consider, but it is very powerful and traditionally customizations were made to Dex. You can also view integration tool as eConnect. In the case of eConnect, consider creating a special application in C # or VB.Net (other languages probably less code samples available, but you can try everything in your language. Net). There is another option? Modifier with VBA, you should be familiar with Visual Basic for Applications (VBA)? You make the connection to the database through a meadow. Net ADO mechanism. Next the tool to take a look at SDK for Microsoft Visual Studio 2.Doesn 抰 feel that very complex, all that was mentioned in the previous paragraph? It probably does. And if this is the case for you, consider taking the product, or often called add-on to Great Plains. These add-ons are available through Dynamics GP ISV channel, where you can see the demo to various outlets, warehouse management, supply chain management, extensions of fixed assets, by supporting barcodes and RFID even. Here at Alba Spectrum, we offer the complete solution for WMS, integrated with Great Plains SOP, POS, and inventory control modules with options to modify the code to suit your unique custom business needs Scanners and 3.USB GP. If you think all users of Great Plains are the same warehouse workers time, or perhaps cashiers POS, you may want to connect USB barcode reader to your cash register with a GP user interface installed and training your sales force to work in the POS transaction entry screen and when and how to scan the barcode labels of the goods to be checked. For scanning on the floor of the warehouse, you might consider tiny computers (perhaps netbooks, or similar), assuming you provide reliable wireless network in the warehouse, such as Dynamics GP workstation must have a permanent connection to SQL Server via ODBC by the nature of Great Plains Technology Options label printing. 4.Barcode First Report Writer? (Available directly in the UI) supports barcode fonts. You can change the inventory of items in the report (using all fields, beyond the reach of the printable area on ID printing only part of the barcode font). RW is certainly possible, but you can find some annoying problems, especially with a page size, positioning (you have to spend barcode labels very expensive to continue testing print RW). For the more advanced approach, we recommend that you consider tools such as Crystal Reports, Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), or even MS Excel or Microsoft Access (via ODBC data extraction directly from the database company GP) 5.Couple words to international clients. If you are part of the multinational company with Dynamics GP implemented in the seat in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United Kingdom, speaking English in South East Asia or Latin America speak Spanish? Great Plains could do wonderful work on the enterprise level, but you are looking for ERP business potential localization issues: the respect of local taxes, business related legislation and local language support. Traditionally Great Plains Dexterity doesn 抰 hieroglyphics support (Chinese, Japanese, Korean), there are tools (NJ Star for example), to Chinese, but the question remains. We do not really recommend the Great Plains as ERP in these countries, like Russia, Brazil, China, where the law business is too unique and very strong and where GP is not localized. Please consider instead either Microsoft Dynamics AX Axapta or if you have small subsidiary? SAP Business One Support 6.Local and Nationwide in the U.S. and Canada. The service is available nationwide via web sessions and telephone (Voice over IP, Skype) conferences. We come on site to implement, when necessary. So far we have been able to implement solutions barcodes linked internationally: Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Ecuador, Canada, Russia, Cayman Islands, Bermuda, so do not hesitate to share your project Notice 7.Second us. We are mostly involved in second hand companies customer support and ERP integration projects market. If you believe that your WMS, SCM, bar codes, or any generic integration, customization, the draft declaration for Dynamics GP, SAP Business One has been screwed up by the consulting firm of origin, n ' Please share your story with us? We have many successful ERP, MRP and accounting application recovery case studies 8.For additional information, please feel free to call us 1-866-528-0577 or 1-630 -961-5918 (this number works for international customers) or email us help@albaspectrum.com ~ V ~ We serve you USA / Canada the country via remote support (web sessions and phone / Skype conferences). Local service is available in Western Michigan, Chicago, Southern California (Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego), Houston area of the state of Texas Andrew Karasev, http://www.albaspectrum. com Great Plains eEnterprise and Dynamics GP Certified Master, Microsoft MVP and consultant with 10 years experience and expertise and more. Alba Spectrum, 1-866-528-0577, help@albaspectrum.com If you plan to implement Dynamics GP in a difficult environment, we recommend that you give us a call. Our information portal is http://www.pegasplanet.com Pegas Planet
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