How StayLinked Transforms Manufacturing Efficiency with Modern Terminal Emulation

Have you ever faced frustrating session drops that disrupt your warehouse operations?

In manufacturing, every second counts, and unreliable connectivity can lead to costly inefficiencies. One major challenge manufacturers face is maintaining seamless connectivity between mobile devices and back-end systems in warehouses and production environments.

That’s where StayLinked, a modern terminal emulation (TE) solution, comes in.

As a company with deep expertise in warehouse and manufacturing automation, we often recommend StayLinked to our customers because it is a robust, secure, and high-performance solution. By leveraging StayLinked, you can eliminate session drops, enhance system performance, and ensure seamless workflow operations.

What is StayLinked?

StayLinked is an advanced terminal emulation software designed specifically to keep mobile workers connected to host systems without disruptions. Unlike traditional TE solutions that rely on legacy architectures prone to session losses, StayLinked uses a server-based architecture that ensures uninterrupted connections, even in challenging network environments like that of a warehouse.

With StayLinked, manufacturers can modernize their existing green screen applications without replacing their entire backend infrastructure. The software is designed to work seamlessly with the latest Android mobile computers, barcode scanners, and industrial handheld devices (like the CK67 Rugged Mobile Computer from Honeywell, for example), providing a future-proof solution for manufacturing operations.

Why StayLinked in the Warehouse

1. Uninterrupted Connectivity
Dropped connections can bring warehouse operations to a standstill, causing delays, inefficiencies, and frustration among workers. StayLinked eliminates this issue by maintaining persistent sessions even when network disruptions occur. This means that workers can move between different areas of the facility without losing their place in a transaction or re-entering data.

2. Improved Performance and Speed
Traditional terminal emulation solutions can introduce latency, making it difficult for workers to interact with host systems efficiently. StayLinked optimizes data transfer, ensuring lightning-fast response times. This is particularly crucial in high-speed manufacturing environments where real-time data is essential for production schedules, order fulfillment, and inventory tracking.

3. Seamless Integration with Legacy Systems
Many manufacturers rely on long-established warehouse management and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems. Replacing these systems can be costly and disruptive. StayLinked allows companies to modernize without ripping and replacing existing infrastructure. It integrates smoothly with Windows-based, Unix, and IBM AS/400 systems, extending their lifespan while providing a modern user experience.
 
4. Enhanced Security
Security is a growing concern for manufacturers handling sensitive production and supply chain data. StayLinked enhances security by centralizing TE session management on a secure server, reducing the risk of unauthorized access. Additionally, encrypted communications ensure that sensitive data remains protected from cyber threats.

5. Future-Proofing Operations
With the rise of Android-based mobile devices in manufacturing, businesses need a TE solution that adapts to modern hardware. StayLinked not only supports these new devices but also offers features like SmartTE, which converts traditional green screens into a more intuitive, touchscreen-friendly interface. This enhances user experience and reduces training time for new employees.
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​Our Expertise with StayLinked
At IMS, we specialize in helping manufacturers integrate and optimize mobile solutions for warehouse and production environments. Our team has extensive experience deploying StayLinked for a wide range of manufacturing applications, ensuring seamless implementation, improved operational efficiency, and long-term success for our clients.

One customer that had yet to migrate to Android received complaints from users about stalled and dropped telnet connections.  We deployed StayLinked as part of the upgrade solution, and the net effect was a boost in productivity and reduction in lost time due to the elimination of system interruptions. 

The built-in capabilities of StayLinked were an added benefit; in this case, our customer was able to refactor their old green-screen interface into a more modern interface for more intuitive operation and greater accuracy.

Contact us today to learn more about Staylinked. At IMS, we take a consultative approach to every project, ensuring that you get the right setup, configuration, and ongoing support needed to maximize StayLinked’s benefits.

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