As a family-run trading company in business since 1934 and employing over 500 people at 9 locations, Richard Köstner AG knows warehouse efficiency is vital to their everyday operations. Richard Köstner AG is a specialist wholesaler and dealer of a comprehensive range of products. They focus on sanitary fixtures, tools, machines, building services, steel centers and household goods for both businesses and consumers.
Growing Pains in the Digital Age
In 2018, Richard Köstner AG needed to migrate the WinCE system to Android as they switched to new handheld terminals. They required software compatibility and adequate data processing, and they wanted the same user interface to achieve a painless transition. Plus, they needed wireless connectivity to keep up with their fast-paced warehouse operations. That meant they also needed an MDM (mobile device management) system that would support the deployment of numerous mobile computers.
With all these specific requirements, the obvious choice was CipherLab’s 9700A industrial mobile computer. They applied the 9700A to their warehouse and put it into service, using it for checking inventory, receiving goods, taking photos of inbound shipments to verify their condition when they arrive, shelving the items, picking, and shipping. Then, in 2021, Richard Köstner AG wanted to upgrade its handheld warehouse terminals again.
