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“ We believe in the long term this application will provide a strategic competitive advantage in addition to making us more efﬁcient.” – Mike Thibideau, chief information ofﬁcer, Webasto. Smart printing reduces expenses The “smart printing” component is the distinguishing feature of this system, making it different than typical mobile terminal and printer solutions. Designed specifically using Intermec smart printers running ToolWorx SmartPack software, it is a first for the automotive industry. This feature minimizes the opportunity for human error, further reducing possible expenses. Since the scanner communicates directly with the smart printer, no server is necessary to transmit the information from the handheld to the printer. As a result, labels can be printed under any circumstance. Since the installation of the new system, there have been zero failures. Webasto estimates that it saves up to $12,000 a month in labor costs and more than $4,000 a month in expediting charges and other indirect expenses. “The best part of this particular solution is that the printers do more than just print labels with the lights out,” Thibideau added. “This is an error-proofing solution that will continue to provide significant ROI. We anticipate saving approximately $190,000 in the first year alone.” A strategic advantage Webasto also likes that the solution isn’t specific to a particular product or line. For instance, if the company begins supplying a new automobile manufacturer that needs sequenced production, the ToolWorx/Intermec solution can be easily used on the new line. “We can use this solution for numerous product lines and with different customers,” Thibideau said. “We believe in the long term this application will provide a strategic competitive advantage in addition to making us more efficient. This solution not only helps us reduce risk of errors and save costs, but it will ultimately contribute to improved customer satisfaction.” ❙ Andi Vance can be reached at avance@mulberrymc.com. Resources: Webasto: www.webasto.us ToolWorx (ToolWorx SmartPack): www.toolworx.com Intermec (PM4i printers): www.intermec.com For a free subscription: www.realtime.intermec.com 25 http://www.webasto.us http://www.toolworx.com http://www.intermec.com http://www.realtime.intermec.com

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