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In this edition, check out how drones and apps increase productivity.
Using a Big-Business App to Grow a Small Business
The owner of a small business, Ecko Worldwide Transportation, went all-in and invested in an app used by much larger competitors. The move paid off, and his still-small company is able to compete with the likes of Lyft and Uber. Read more…
Zippin Along with Checkout-Free Retail
Tired of waiting in a long checkout line? Zippin has developed an app for retailers that lets their customers “zip in and out”. The app, a set of scanners and some cameras enables checkout-free shopping. Read more…
Drones in the Warehouse
Drones can scan items in the warehouse faster, more accurately, and (let’s face it) with less boredom than a human. More accurate inventory management means fewer stockouts and less need for buffer stock. Read more…
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