DecisionPoint Technologies acquisition of AB&R strengthens company’s RFID, IoT and enterprise mobility solutions capabilities. DecisionPoint Technologies announced today that it has successfully acquired American Barcode and RFID (AB&R). The deal enhances DecisionPoint’s RFID portfolio and broadens its data capture capabilities. AB&R provides RFID, data collection and IoT solutions to enterprise customers. Technologies that allow organizations to identify, track and manage inventory and assets. This technology allows for complex supply chain and operating environments.
The acquisition will enable customers to automate data capture across their operations with DecisionPoint. The company can also enhance operational accuracy and offer real-time visibility. Also, customers will gain a better insight into their inventory, assets and business workflows. AB&R’s acquisition of DecisionPoint Technologies also adds more expertise across RFID and related technologies. Thus, DecisionPoint can extend the solutions available to companies modernizing their operations.
AB&R Brings Over 40 Years of RFID Experience
AB&R was founded in 1980 with its headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. For more than 40 years, the company has been helping organizations adopt barcode and RFID technologies. The company also has supported customers with related data capture solutions. These technologies help companies to improve efficiency, productivity and operational performance. AB&R has developed capabilities in RFID, barcode, labeling, software and professional services. Solutions for customers to identify and track inventory in complex supply chain environments. AB&R also assists organizations in managing their assets with connected data capture technologies. This way, you get greater operational visibility and more accurate inventory management.
“The way organizations capture, track, and act on data across their operations is changing rapidly, and RFID is becoming a foundational technology for improving visibility, automation, and operational accuracy,” said Brian Bukowski, CEO and President of DecisionPoint Technologies. “AB&R has built an outstanding reputation helping customers apply RFID and IoT technologies to solve complex business challenges. Their expertise, customer relationships, and proven track record make them a natural fit for DecisionPoint as we continue expanding our capabilities in RFID, software, and services that help organizations modernize their operations.”
Combined Portfolio Targets Supply Chain Automation
According to DecisionPoint, the acquisition aligns with changing data management requirements across enterprise operations. Organizations increasingly need accurate information from their physical operations. Therefore, RFID and IoT technologies can play a larger role in automation and visibility.
Gary Randall, VP of Sales and Marketing of AB&R, shared, “Joining DecisionPoint creates an exciting opportunity to expand the value we deliver to customers while building on the trusted relationships and technical expertise AB&R has developed over more than four decades. Together, we will bring customers greater scale, expanded resources, and a broader portfolio of solutions to help improve visibility, accuracy, and performance across their operations.”
The combination adds capabilities across multiple service and technology categories. These include RFID, IoT, software, professional services and supply chain automation. Together, DecisionPoint Technologies and AB&R offer a broader portfolio for enterprise customers. The combined capabilities can help businesses automate data capture and increase operational visibility. Customers are able to modernize workflows and turn operational data into actionable business results. This combination can be helpful for organizations dealing with complex inventories and assets. The acquisition also increases DecisionPoint’s U.S. geographic footprint. AB&R carries established customer relationships and technical capabilities thru its Phoenix operations.
This means DecisionPoint gains additional assets in core US markets. The company also benefits from AB&R’s existing customer relationships and technical expertise. Therefore the acquisition of DecisionPoint Technologies AB&R reinforces the company’s position in both the RFID and IoT markets. It also enhances its ability to serve enterprise mobility and edge technology requirements.
The combined capabilities will enable DecisionPoint to address more supply chain automation and data capture requirements. Meanwhile, AB&R brings decades of experience in RFID, barcode and IoT technologies. The expanded portfolio positions both organizations to support customers looking for greater operational visibility. It also provides businesses with added abilities to go after automation and more precise asset management.
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