5 Benefits of Rugged Durability and Consumer Styling with the ET40

Meeting customer demands in your enterprise can be difficult when demands are constantly shifting, labor shortages are present, and supply chain timelines are shrinking. Implementing consumer-grade tablets may seem like a cost-effective solution to enhance delivery and service, but they can end up costing your business more than rugged solutions since they’re most likely to break. Studies show that consumer mobile devices cost up to 50% more than rugged devices over five years. The IDC estimates that after adding up annual repair costs, out-of-pocket costs, and lost productivity, the average cost associated with a non-rugged tablet is $2,462, while those who purchase rugged tablets achieve an ROI after the first year. Therefore, selecting rugged devices ultimately helps minimize downtime, reduce repair and management costs, and boost productivity.

That doesn’t mean you have to compromise between design and durability

Built to support your retail and T&L operations, Zebra’s new ET40 enterprise tablets equip companies with benefits that increase staff productivity, reduce the total cost of ownership, and simplify management. ET40 enterprise tablets give you everything you need to enhance inventory management, fulfillment, and staff communications. Do business right, at the right price, with:

1. Consumer styling that is built for your business and doesn’t compromise - Forcing a consumer tablet to work in your enterprise doesn’t have to be your solution to rising expectations. Just like a consumer tablet, Zebra’s ET40/ET45 is sleek, lightweight, and cost-effective. However, the ET40 comes equipped with a rugged design that consumer tablets don’t have that still works in subzero temperatures, after drops, and after spillage. This helps your T&L, retail, or hospital staff stay productive when workflows get busy.
2. Enterprise-class data capture straight out of the box - Whatever scanning capabilities your industry needs, the ET40 is equipped with it. From standard range scanning to a large sweet spot for point-and-shoot simplicity or an advanced range scanner. This allows workers to capture virtually every barcode, in practically any condition. You don’t need to buy a separate scanning solution that can increase weight by more than 50% and make operations more confusing.
3. Higher flexibility and functionality - Choose a solution that is so much more than a tablet and can be tailored with the right accessories and voice tools for your business. A Workstation cradle gives workers a true workstation experience and innovative payment solutions let workers take payment anywhere. This helps your business stay flexible to meet expectations.
4. Longer lifecycles and support you can count on - Fast-shifting consumer trends mean that consumer devices have a short life cycle. When it’s time to expand your fleet or replace some tablets during high demands, your consumer model may no longer be available for sale. However, with the ET40, you get the same device for three years so you can count on your devices to consistently be in use. This helps maintain consistent efficiency within your enterprise.
5. A built-in advantage with Mobility DNA - Choosing the ET40 tablet provides powerful tools and services that make every aspect of owning your tablets easier. For example, you can stage tablets in seconds. You can also enter captured barcodes into your apps without any programming. These extra features make operations easier for your staff to maintain productivity.

Mobile technology that is built for your business can increase staff productivity while also delivering effective ROI. Contact us today to help boost your fulfillment process.