Barcode Reader

Uses of Barcode Readers

• Retail & Point of Sale (POS) – Used in supermarkets for billing.

• Inventory & Warehouse Management – Tracks products and stock levels.

• Healthcare – Scans patient wristbands and medication labels.

• Library Management – Helps in book check-in and check-out.

• Logistics & Shipping – Tracks parcels and shipments.
  
  

Advantages of Barcode Readers

✅ Fast & Accurate Data Entry – Reduces human errors in manual data entry.
✅ Cost-Effective – Cheaper than RFID systems.
✅ Easy to Use – Simple plug-and-play operation.
✅ Improves Efficiency – Speeds up checkout and inventory tracking.
✅ Works with Existing Systems – Compatible with most databases and software.

Disadvantages of Barcode Readers

❌ Requires Line of Sight – Must be directly aligned with the barcode.
❌ Limited Data Storage – Can only store small amounts of data.
❌ Damaged Barcodes Can’t Be Read – Scratched, faded, or torn barcodes may not scan.
❌ Shorter Range – Unlike RFID, barcode readers need to be close to the barcode.
❌ Limited Functionality – Cannot track items in real-time like RFID.