ECR In-Line Systems Offer Improved Store Management

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The unit sales for electronic cash registers (ECRs) has been increasing over the years. These systems provide faster, more accurate means of processing information that enables retailers to improve management efficiency and distribution. A point-of-sale system (POS) is an optical automatic-reading ECR that inputs information, such as sales, purchases, to a central computer. This provides immediate access to accurate, detailed information by other departments. When a central computer is not available, a store can install a scannerless POS. This is characterized by in-store, on-line POS systems that can be connected to a fixed scanner.

Inventory control, Cash registers, Scanning, Online, POS Systems, Retailing

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Developing Electronic Conference Systems for Business Communication

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An electronic conference system provides ready communication, exchange of information and good interaction among people. Teleconferencing connects a number of distant conference rooms through communication lines. The equipment and facilities that comprise an electronic conference system include videos, computer graphics, screen-charts and control systems. A user must understand the benefits and limitations of this system to receive its full benefits.

Telecommunications equipment, Technology, Teleconferencing, Communications Equipment, Functional Capabilities, Applications, Image Encoding

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Potential VAN Providers Prepare to Offer Data Services in Japan

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Legislation is being proposed to deregulate the Nippon Telegraph and Telephone Public Corporation (NIT). This legislation will enable companies to offer valued-added networks (VAN). These networks offer computer data, text and images. An estimated 1,300 companies in Japan use VAN services. Legislation restricts foreign capital participation.

Nippon Telephone and Telegraph Corp., Deregulation, Telecommunications transmission technologies, Legislative process, Japan, Image, Legislation, Telecommunications Industry, Text Communication, Data Communications, Value-Added Networks

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