ePOD Devices

What is the Difference Between a Touch Mobile Computer and a PDA?

What is the Difference Between a Touch Mobile Computer and a PDA?

When the time comes around to replacing or upgrading the hardware in your business, the options can seem endless. We’ve discussed some of the key considerations when upgrading driver phones; the merits of using Android, over other OS (operating systems); and what makes enterprise-grade devices stand out over consumer smartphones. Both the STREAM Mobile Driver […]

ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on November 6, 2017.
What Makes Zebra’s OS Stand Out Over Consumer Smartphones?

What Makes Zebra’s OS Stand Out Over Consumer Smartphones?

Android is the most popular mobile operating system (OS), with 70.1% of people using Android(compared to 21% on iOS) worldwide and in the UK, with 55% of people using Android in (compared to 42.3% on iOS). Despite its’ popularity and great capabilities as an OS, however, Android alone isn’t perfectly suited to business use. In […]

Electronic Proof of Delivery (ePOD) ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on August 22, 2017.
Why the Zebra TC56 is the Best Device for Logistics

Why the Zebra TC56 is the Best Device for Logistics

Chosing a phone for logistics staff, like drivers and warehouse operatives, can be a daunting task. Which device has all the features needed to reduce downtime, make your logistics process more efficient and productive, and improve customer service? Zebra‘s TC56 is perfectly suited to the transport and logistics industry. When you’re delivering goods in your […]

ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on August 2, 2017.
How to Increase Productivity for Commercial Drivers

How to Increase Productivity for Commercial Drivers

Our partners at Zebra Technologies are experts in increasing workforce productivity by using the right hardware for the job. What exactly the right hardware is, will depend on your business, your budget and your priorities. Increasingly, companies are choosing to purchase consumer-grade smartphones for their drivers. In some cases, some businesses are adopting a ‘bring-your-own-device’ […]

ePOD Devices Uncategorized Posted by Paul on July 10, 2017.
10 Reasons why Android on Zebra is great for Commercial Drivers

10 Reasons why Android on Zebra is great for Commercial Drivers

Android is the operating system designed and maintained by Google and used primarily on a range of touchscreen devices. In May 2017, Google announced that they had reached 2 billion monthly active users on Android worldwide. In fact, as of the start of 2017, 81.7% of the 432 million smartphones sold in the last quarter […]

ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on June 13, 2017.
10 Important Things to Consider Before Upgrading Your Driver’s Phones

10 Important Things to Consider Before Upgrading Your Driver’s Phones

Upgrading your team’s mobile devices can feel like a chore. What kind of phone is best for delivery drivers? Not all team members need a ruggedised device. For some, a regular commercial smartphone is perfect for the job. But other members of your team, like your drivers, will likely need something more robust and more […]

ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on May 26, 2017.
Do you have the right mobile device strategy in place?

Do you have the right mobile device strategy in place?

STREAM has been partnered with Zebra to resell enterprise-level ruggedised touch mobile computer devices since September last year. We recommend Zebra’s TC56 or TC55 Devices for drivers collecting ePODs with the STREAM Mobile Driver App, or managing vehicle maintenance with the driver daily walkaround check app. We can also supply other specialised rugged devices for […]

ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on May 10, 2017.
Zebra Devices for the Transportation & Logistics Industry

Zebra Devices for the Transportation & Logistics Industry

We supply rugged devices from Zebra Technologies to STREAM users (or even logistics companies currently without STREAM), who need a durable solution for their drivers. For companies using either the STREAM Mobile Driver App or the Driver Daily Walkaround Checks App as part of their transport and logistics management system, we always recommend either the […]

ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on May 2, 2017.
Which is the Best ePOD Device?

Which is the Best ePOD Device?

For businesses delivering goods using their own fleet, differentiating their offering really relies on top-notch customer service. Giving your drivers and back office staff the software and communication tools they need to deliver outstanding customer service every time is essential. A delivery and logistics management system like Stream Go is just the tip of the […]

Electronic Proof of Delivery (ePOD) ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on March 21, 2017.
Proximity becomes Zebra Technologies Partner

Proximity becomes Zebra Technologies Partner

Proximity, a leading provider of software solutions, development, support and maintenance has become a Zebra Technologies independent software vendor (ISV) and reseller partner. Based in Leeds and Nottingham, Proximity partners with some of the world’s foremost software companies, Proximity develop, deliver, maintain and support high-performance solutions and applications for leading global companies in the logistics, […]

ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on September 14, 2016.
In-flight driver tracking amongst new features

In-flight driver tracking amongst new features

Since the turn of the year, we have introduced a host of new features to the STREAM delivery and transport management software application. As well as a number of improvements to the user interface and integration with Brightpearl, highlights of recent releases include: REAL-TIME ‘IN-FLIGHT’ DRIVER TRACKING FOR CONSUMERS Option to give your customers the […]

ePOD Devices Posted by Paul on February 22, 2016.