In the fast-paced world of warehousing, fulfillment, and logistics, every second matters. And when workers are stuck juggling handheld scanners, clipboards, and inventory lists, productivity takes a hit.
That’s where wearable technology makes a game-changing difference starting with the Zebra WS101.
Strategic Systems helps you implement the WS101 wearable computer to maximize worker speed, improve accuracy, and free up your team’s hands for what really matters: moving product.
What Is the Zebra WS101?
The WS101 is Zebra’s next-gen wearable Android computer built specifically for frontline workers who need mobility and performance in a small, rugged form factor.
Strapped to a worker’s wrist like a smartwatch (but smarter), it offers:
It’s lighter than a handheld, more ergonomic than a mounted scanner, and ready for the toughest environments.
Who Uses It? Where It Shines.
The WS101 thrives in high-volume, high-pressure workflows across industries like:
Perfect for backroom inventory management, pick-to-cart workflows, and stock replenishment without slowing down. Hands stay free, scans stay fast.
Used for picking, sorting, and packing, especially in large DCs with high SKU volume. Combine with a ring scanner and voice commands for streamlined operations.
Field operators and drivers use the WS101 to confirm deliveries, log exceptions, and print shipping labels all from their wrist.
Operators can scan work-in-progress (WIP) materials, track parts on the line, and report issues without stopping production flow.
Strategic Systems Makes Wearables Work
Wearables aren’t just plug-and-play. Strategic Systems ensures your WS101 deployment delivers results by:
We tailor the experience to your business goals whether that’s reducing scan times, increasing order accuracy, or speeding up onboarding for new hires.
Why WS101 Over Traditional Scanners?
|
Feature |
Traditional Scanner |
WS101 Wearable |
|
Hands-Free Use |
No |
Yes |
|
Comfort for Long Shifts |
Bulky |
Lightweight |
|
Speed of Operation |
Interruption-prone |
Continuous |
|
Ergonomic Safety |
Repetitive Strain |
Reduced Risk |
|
Productivity Gains |
Baseline |
Up to 30% faster |
And because it runs Zebra Mobility DNA tools, the WS101 stays secure, managed, and updated as part of your enterprise device fleet.
Customers deploying the WS101 with Strategic Systems have reported:
In today’s labor-constrained world, giving workers the tools to move faster and smarter is no longer optional, it’s essential.
Ready to Go Hands-Free?
Whether you’re exploring wearable tech for the first time or looking to upgrade from older wrist-mounted systems, Strategic Systems and Zebra have the tools and the experience to guide your next move.
Let’s get hands-free.
Contact Strategic Systems to start your WS101 pilot or deployment today.