Dynamics 365 Barcode Scanning Mobile App: Streamlined Inventory Management

One of the first decisions a company has to make during a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management implementation that involves warehouses, is whether to use standard warehousing methodology or advanced warehousing, often referred to as WMS, AWM, or AWMS. Dynamics 365 AWMS is much more demanding when it comes to setup, management, and maintenance overhead, because it enables and employs numerous tasks that warehouse workers will have to follow.

These tasks include but are not limited to:  

1. Functionality: Advanced Warehousing offers more advanced and sophisticated warehouse management functionality compared to Standard Warehousing. Wave processing, work templates, location directives, cross-docking, advanced receipt, pick and put-away strategies, replenishment, cluster picking, containerization, label printing, and mobile device integration, are among those concepts that are unavailable in Standard Warehousing.
2. Setup and Configuration: Advanced Warehousing requires more setup and configuration compared to Standard Warehousing. This is because it offers more flexibility for customizing warehousing tasks tailored to specific business requirements, thus requiring more advanced configuration.  
3. Mobility: Advanced Warehousing includes support for barcode scanners and mobile devices, allowing warehouse workers to use handheld devices to perform tasks such as receiving, put-away, picking, and packing. Standard Warehousing does not have this feature.

Introducing a Mobile App for Standard Warehouse Management

However, many large companies, especially manufacturers, have mobility requirements that are basic core concepts to their business, but do not require what Dynamics 365 Finance and Supply Chain Management would consider advanced warehouse management. So Sikich created an app to fulfill the demand for customers who implement standard warehousing but have basic mobility requirements.  

Introducing the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Warehousing Lite Barcode Scanning Mobile App, an app to streamline inventory management without the complexities of advanced warehousing. Designed to enhance efficiency and accuracy, this lightweight and user-friendly PowerApp offers seamless barcode scanning capabilities for real-time inventory transactions within Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain. 

With the Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Warehousing Lite Barcode Scanning Mobile App, found here on Microsoft AppSource, businesses can manage their inventory operations by eliminating the need for intricate warehousing configurations. The app empowers users to easily scan product receipts, pick sales orders, conduct inventory counts, and facilitate inventory movements—all in real-time, directly from supported Android, iOS, or Windows devices. 

Key features of Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Warehousing Lite Barcode Scanning Mobile App include streamlined transactions such as sales order picking, purchasing order receiving, production picking, and inventory transfers. Users can also benefit from functionalities like inventory on-hand inquiries, spot counts, cycle counts, and label printing for item and location labels. 

Check out this video to see the app in action:  

One of the primary advantages of utilizing barcode scanning for inventory transactions is the significant reduction in time spent on manual data entry. By leveraging this technology, you can enhance the timeliness and visibility of your inventory data, leading to improved decision-making and operational efficiency. Additionally, barcode scanning minimizes the risk of data entry errors, ensuring data accuracy and reliability in inventory management processes. 

Adopting the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Warehousing Lite Barcode Scanning Mobile App from Sikich can result in substantial cost savings associated with data management. By automating inventory transactions through barcode scanning, organizations can optimize their resource allocation, minimize operational inefficiencies, and ultimately enhance their bottom line. 

The Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Warehousing Lite Barcode Scanning Mobile App represents a game-changing solution for businesses looking to streamline their inventory operations. By harnessing the power of barcode scanning technology in conjunction with D365 Finance and Supply Chain, organizations can unlock new levels of efficiency, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness in their inventory management processes. Experience the future of inventory management with Dynamics 365 Supply Chain Warehousing Lite Barcode Scanning Mobile App by contacting our experts today.