What kind of barcode support does NIMS provide?
Support is provided for both the “wedge” style of barcoder attached directly to a computer system, as well as remote barcoders paired with hand-held units that store data in the warehouse and are later imported into NIMS. Wedge Barcoders: The wedge barcoder is any barcode unit (either a “pen” or “gun” style) connected directly to the computer, and used by data-entry personnel as an alternative to keyboard entry. Barcoders of this type are extremely useful in minimizing errors made in sometimes complicated roll numbers. Remote Barcoders: The system permits import of text file lists of rolls obtained from hand-held data collection terminals. Users with other brands of terminal may still import, but will need to use the software provided by their barcode vendor to download roll data into a text file. Once you set up the bar code terminal to export the text file, NIMS can then read/import the resulting text file.
