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Why Barcode Scanners Are Being Replaced by Smartphones
For years, logistics teams have relied on rugged handheld barcode scanners. They’ve been dependable, durable, and designed for a single task: scanning barcodes. But that world is changing fast. Modern supply chains demand speed, visibility, and flexibility. And legacy barcode readers aren’t keeping up. Today, more companies are replacing them with smartphones, not as a workaround, but as a better solution.