Why Transaction Inventory Software Is the Smarter Choice for Warehouse Operations

Why Barcom’s Transaction™ Software Outperforms Off-the-Shelf Inventory Management Solutions

If you’re still relying on paper-based inventory processes or trying to force-fit an off-the-shelf inventory management system into your warehouse operation, it’s time to rethink your strategy. In today’s competitive environment, operational efficiency isn’t optional — it’s critical to meeting your customers’ expectations, controlling costs, and scaling your business. That’s where Barcom’s Transaction™ Software Suite delivers a smarter, tailored solution designed to align with your unique workflows and business rules.

Choosing an Inventory Software Solution

Paper-based operations are notoriously error-prone, time-consuming, and limit visibility into your operations. Manual data entry introduces mistakes, slows down order processing, and makes real-time decision-making nearly impossible. It’s no surprise that companies sticking to outdated processes struggle with growth, inventory shrinkage, lost assets, and customer dissatisfaction.

When it comes to automated solutions, most off-the-shelf inventory management systems promise out-of-the-box simplicity, but often results in a rigid structure that forces your business to adapt to program standards. This can mean sacrificing efficiencies or investing in costly workarounds through workflow changes just to make the software do what you need it to do.

Why Transaction Stands Apart

Transaction was built to break this cycle. It’s an all-in-one barcode and RFID data collection solution that eliminates manual tasks and streamlines operations directly at the point-of-work. What makes it different is its flexibility — this is a system that adapts to your business, not the other way around.

From mobile screens, label designs, reports and terminology, each aspect of Transaction is customized to your business before installation. Transaction is fine-tuned to reflect your terminology, process and business rules.  TransAction, unlike many of its competitors, is not a subscription.  This means you own your system with no limitations to the number of users or devices. This solution is designed to grow with your business, with the option to add and deploy new functionality when you need it without experiencing any downtime in your business. Whether you need unique data capture screens for different departments, custom workflows for inbound and outbound transactions, or role-based access controls for different team members, Transaction delivers.

Real-World Results

Before implementing Transaction, one automotive supplier faced challenges common to many warehouses — labor-intensive processes, data errors, and a lack of real-time inventory visibility. Once Transaction was integrated, downtime was reduced by two-thirds, with a positive ROI in less than 12 months.

A paper and packing manufacturer integrated Transaction into their operations and were able to perform over 1.9 million picking operations with fewer than 200 pick errors, achieving an impressive 99.999% pick accuracy rate. The organization also experienced faster processing times, improved inventory tracking, and greater confidence in their operational data — benefits that directly impacted both customer satisfaction and bottom-line profitability.

A Path to Efficiency for the Organization

The benefits of a flexible, data-driven inventory management system like Transaction aren’t limited to the warehouse floor — every level of your organization benefits.

For Management: Real-time dashboards and reporting tools give supervisors the ability to track productivity, identify bottlenecks, and manage inventory levels with precision. With instant visibility into inbound receipts, stock moves, issues, and shipments, managers can make proactive decisions that keep operations running smoothly.

For the Workforce: Transaction’s easy-to-use mobile screens and rules-based workflows reduce confusion and improve job satisfaction. Workers spend less time chasing down paperwork or dealing with data entry mistakes and more time focusing on productive, value-added tasks. Mobile access to real-time information helps teams work faster and with greater accuracy.

For Executives and Small Businesses Owners: Accurate, real-time data equips leadership with insights to manage costs, improve profitability, and support strategic growth initiatives. With better inventory control and reporting, executives can reduce shipping costs, improve on-time delivery metrics, and mitigate the risk of stockouts or excess inventory.

Why Inventory Management Software Matters

At its core, inventory management software is about more than tracking stock. It’s about operational visibility, accuracy, and efficiency. By automating barcoding and RFID data collection, businesses can:

• Eliminate costly errors
• Speed up production cycles
• Improve quality control
• Streamline labor and asset management
• Meet customer demands for fast, accurate fulfillment
• Reduce operational costs and shrinkage
• Enable data-driven decision-making

And when that software is built to match your business rules — like Transaction — it ensures those benefits are maximized for your specific workflows, helping you scale without the growing pains.

Transaction for a Stronger Supply Chain

If your operation is still tied to paper-based processes or battling limitations of off-the-shelf software, now’s the time to take a serious look at Transaction.

Barcom’s solutions-first approach means we don’t just sell you software — we partner with you to understand your operating challenges and design a system that works the way you do, with the flexibility to evolve as your business grows.
Want to learn more about how Transaction can transform your inventory, asset tracking, and production reporting processes? Contact us today to arrange a site visit and see the difference for yourself.

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