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The following diagram illustrates the various methods for adding ADC (Automatic Data Collection) to modern, integrated manufacturing and distribution business software, commonly known as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Systems.
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ADC is a general term that refers to data entry methods and technologies that do not use a standard desktop keyboard. ADC can be implemented with older, legacy systems as well as ERP systems. ADC components common to manufacturing and distribution enterprises are:
  * Wireless and/or batch mobile computers that may incorporate bar code
     scanning. Typical models are:
     » Handhelds (also known as PDAs (Personal Digital Assistants))
     » Full-screen mobile PCs
     » Vehicle-mounted devices
     » "Wearable" devices
  * Dedicated, rugged stationary devices for use where full workstation
     PCs are not appropriate; can be wired or wireless. 
  * Bar Code Scanning. 
  * Bar Code printing 
  * RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) 
  * Wireless RF Networks (Described in separate document)
  * Middleware 
  * Screen Mapping



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