Smart Retail Solutions 1: Digitalizing Preposition Warehouses with Rugged Mobility

Smart Retail Solutions — Preposition Warehouse Digital Transformation

The retail industry is entering a new phase of intelligence and efficiency. Driven by the rise of the digital economy and evolving consumer habits, retailers are shifting from traditional operational models toward smart retail ecosystems. Consumers now expect seamless online-offline experiences, while enterprises urgently seek ways to reduce costs, optimize workflows, and accelerate order fulfillment across all retail scenarios.

Emdoor Information’s Smart Retail Solution improves digital infrastructure across five major business scenarios:

• Preposition Warehouses

• Food & Beverage

• Supermarkets & Convenience Stores

• Apparel & Footwear

• Fresh Produce

By integrating rugged handheld terminals, commercial rugged tablets, and vehicle-mounted computers with IoT, cloud computing, and big data platforms, retailers can modernize operations while meeting consumers’ increasing expectations for speed, accuracy, and convenience.

Preposition Warehouse Solutions

Preposition warehouses (or micro-fulfillment centers) have become essential to achieving 30-minute or hourly delivery services. However, limited space and accelerated order frequency introduce challenges in inventory visibility, replenishment efficiency, and peak-time performance. Emdoor Information addresses these pain points through ruggedized digital tools designed specifically for high-turnover retail environments.

1. Inbound & Outbound Operations — High-Speed Order Fulfillment

Key Challenges

Preposition warehouses face:

• Delayed dynamic inventory updates

• Inefficient location planning and scheduling

• Low flexibility during peak order surges

• High labor reliance for scanning and verification

Solution:

The Emdoor H68T Rugged Handheld Terminal integrates the WMS, picking system, and order execution platform in a single device. Its high-performance scanning engine enables fast, accurate barcode capture—allowing staff to complete inbound and outbound tasks efficiently while shortening fulfillment cycles.

Recommended Product: H68T Rugged Handheld Terminal

• 6.56-inch high-brightness HD display, usable with wet hands or gloves

• Top-mounted professional 2D scanning engine; optional long-range scan module

• 4G, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth connectivity

• 48MP rear + 32MP front camera for recording warehouse conditions

• 5800mAh battery with 33W fast charging and reverse charging

• IP68 protection, 1.5m drop resistance

2. Smart Shelving & Replenishment — Transforming Forklifts into Digital Workstations

Large-scale preposition warehouses require precise replenishment, real-time navigation, and more intelligent material handling. Paper-based verification and manual decision-making cannot keep up with the needs of fast-moving, multi-category storage environments.

Solution:

By equipping forklifts with an industrial-grade vehicle-mounted PC, operators gain access to real-time task instructions, automated route planning, and cloud-synchronized inventory data. Forklifts become “mobile decision centers,” significantly increasing speed and accuracy during shelving and replenishment.

Recommended Product: Vehicle PC V10J

• Designed for forklift cabins

• Seamlessly integrates with WMS software

• Supports real-time cloud synchronization

• Enhances efficiency of storage placement and restocking operations

3. Accurate Inventory Management — Real-Time Visibility for High-Turnover Goods

Key Challenges

Traditional preposition warehouses commonly suffer from:

• Inaccurate manual stock counting

• Delayed updates from paper-based ledgers

• Disorganized inventory due to lack of real-time data

• Errors affecting long-term operations

Solution:

The Emdoor H68T Rugged Handheld Terminal acts as the main execution tool for digital inventory management. Its barcode scanning, fast data transmission, and platform integration enable paperless, real-time, and highly accurate stock auditing across the entire inventory process.

Recommended Product: H68T Rugged Handheld Terminal

• Top-mounted 2D scan engine; optional long-range version

• GPS for navigation and route planning

• Dual-band Wi-Fi / 4G / BT 5.1 connectivity

• 5800mAh long-lasting battery

• Ultra-thin 14mm design with anti-slip matte finish and hand strap

• IP68 protection + drop resistance