With the rise of remote work, the increasing demand for real-time data access, and the need for seamless connectivity, organisations across industries are turning to enterprise mobility solutions to drive efficiency, productivity, and innovation. At the forefront of this technological revolution stands Zebra Technologies, a global leader in rugged hardware and enterprise solutions. Central to Zebra’s transformative approach to mobility is its ground-breaking platform: Zebra Mobility DNA. But what exactly is Zebra Mobility DNA, and how does it revolutionise enterprise mobility?
Understanding Zebra Mobility DNA
At its core, Zebra Mobility DNA is a comprehensive suite of software tools, applications, and utilities designed to enhance the functionality, security, and manageability of Zebra’s mobile computing devices. From rugged handheld computers and tablets to wearable devices and barcode scanners, Zebra Mobility DNA empowers organisations to unlock the full potential of their mobile workforce while streamlining operations and maximising efficiency.
Key Components of Zebra Mobility DNA:
Integrate
- Enterprise Mobility Development Kit (EMDK) for Android: When enterprise applications demand tight integration and performance, EMDK for Android from Zebra Technologies delivers the expected feature set and capabilities.
- Enterprise Browser: This powerful Android-based application development tool allows customisation to maximise Zebra device capabilities, enabling seamless integration with leading ERP systems like SAP.
- DataWedge: Zebra’s DataWedge for Android enables quick and easy integration of data captured with Zebra Android mobile computers into enterprise applications, without any coding required.
Secure
- LifeGuard™ for Android™: Protect Zebra mobile devices from cyber-attacks with LifeGuard for Android, part of Zebra’s Mobility DNA solutions, ensuring maximum productivity and minimising IT complexities over device lifespan.
- Enterprise Home Screen: Built on Mobility Extensions (Mx), Enterprise Home Screen enhances workforce productivity by ensuring devices are used solely for work, offering Kiosk Mode, application control, and security features via an easy-to-use administrator tool.
Deploy
- StageNow: Easily stage Zebra Android-based mobile computers with StageNow, using a quick barcode scan or NFC tag tap.
- Zebra Zero Touch: Automate device enrollment into your Enterprise Mobility Management system with Google’s Android zero-touch, right out of the box.
Manage
- Device Diagnostic Tool: Maximise device performance with this tool that offers visibility into device health across globally distributed locations, ensuring uninterrupted business operations.
- Device Tracker: Zebra Device Tracker is a cloud-based solution providing teams with device location and status visibility, eliminating time-consuming searches.
- Rx Logger: Troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve issues on Zebra mobile devices with RxLogger, a tool that creates detailed application and system logs with a press of a button.
- OEMConfig: Manage unique settings and features of enterprise Android mobile devices with OEMConfig, eliminating the need for direct integration with OEM APIs.
- Mobility DNA Wireless: Enhance productivity with features that improve enterprise connectivity and lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
- Mobility Extensions (MX): Add enterprise-ready features to Android-based mobile computers with Mobility Extensions (MX), making them suitable for business use.
- GMS Restricted Mode: Gain complete control over GMS apps and services on Zebra devices, enhancing security and privacy.
Optimise
- Device Central: Manage Bluetooth accessories effortlessly with Device Central’s intuitive interface.
- All-Touch Terminal Emulation: Transition terminal emulation apps to Android seamlessly with All-Touch TE, powered by Wavelink.
- Terminal Emulation Lite: For customers not ready for a full-featured TE solution, Zebra offers TE Lite, a value-tier solution for transitioning to Android.
- Enterprise Keyboard: Improve data entry accuracy and boost worker productivity with Zebra’s Enterprise Keyboard designed for enterprise users.
- SimulScan: Streamline barcode and document capture with SimulScan, enabling workers to capture multiple barcodes or data from documents in one step.
- OCR Wedge: Capture standardised data effortlessly with OCR Wedge, which automatically captures specific types of text strings.
- TekTerm: Seamlessly migrate to Zebra’s Android-based mobile computers with TekTerm for Android, modernising operations without disrupting current processes.
Real-World Applications
The versatility and scalability of Zebra Mobility DNA make it ideal for a wide range of industries and use cases. Here are just a few examples of how organisations are leveraging Zebra’s platform to transform their operations:
- Retail: Retailers use Zebra’s mobile devices and data capture solutions to streamline inventory management, improve order fulfilment, and enhance the in-store shopping experience.
- Manufacturing: Manufacturers rely on Zebra’s rugged handheld computers and barcode scanners to track work-in-progress, monitor equipment maintenance, and optimise supply chain logistics.
- Healthcare: Healthcare providers use Zebra’s mobile technology to streamline patient care, improve medication administration, and enhance clinical workflows, all while maintaining compliance with HIPAA regulations.
Conclusion: Empowering the Mobile Workforce
In an increasingly mobile world, organisations need a solution that can adapt to their evolving needs and deliver measurable results. With Zebra Mobility DNA, businesses can harness the power of enterprise mobility to drive innovation, increase productivity, and stay ahead of the competition. Whether streamlining operations in the warehouse, empowering field service technicians in the field, or enhancing patient care in healthcare settings, Zebra’s platform empowers organisations to unlock new levels of efficiency and effectiveness.
Are you ready to unleash the full potential of your mobile workforce? Contact us today to learn more about Zebra Mobility DNA and discover how our enterprise mobility solutions can transform your business.