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What?
IdoSell Scanner is a warehouse tool designed to streamline logistics in online stores operating on the IdoSell platform.
Why?
In the digital world, the speed of order fulfillment and the elimination of logistical errors have a direct impact on customer feedback, returns, and the profitability of online businesses.
Who's it for?
Online store owners, operations managers, companies developing multi-channel sales, and brands looking to scale sales without losing control of their inventory.
Background:
The dynamic development of the digital world has led to an increasing number of companies processing dozens, even hundreds, of orders daily. As sales grow, so does the number of warehouse processes that must operate quickly and flawlessly. A picking error or outdated inventory can mean negative feedback or customer loss. Therefore, sales platforms are investing in logistics support solutions. IdoSell Scanner addresses the need for back-office automation and warehouse digitalization.
Warehouse efficiency in the digital world is critical. Every minute spent searching for goods and every shipping error is a direct cost that reduces your margin. The IdoSell Scanner . For more context and implementation examples, also check out our knowledge base: technologies and solutions .
What is IdoSell Scanner?
IdoSell Scanner is a mobile warehouse application (often classified as a lightweight WMS) that is a native part of the IdoSell platform. It is a tool designed to run on Android mobile devices – professional data collectors (terminals) or smartphones.
Its main task is to transfer all warehouse logistics from paper lists to a digital environment. Using barcodes (EAN, SKU, location codes), the system manages the flow of goods in real time, from delivery to courier delivery. If integration and automation , also check out our services for streamlining online sales processes.
How does IdoSell Scanner work in practice?
Scanner's operation is based on full integration with the online store's administration panel. There's no need for data export or manual synchronization – everything happens live , ensuring quick operational decisions and stable inventory levels.
Stage 1: Goods receipt and storage
When a new delivery arrives at the warehouse, an employee scans the products with a Scanner. The system immediately recognizes the item and allows you to assign it to a specific location (rack, shelf). This ensures the database is always up-to-date, and you know exactly where each product is.
Stage 2: Picking Process
Once an order is received, the system generates a collection list on the mobile device. The employee doesn't need to memorize the warehouse. Scanner:
- indicates the shortest route to the product,
- displays a photo of the item and its exact location,
- forces the EAN code to be scanned – if the employee takes the wrong product, the application will signal an error.
Step 3: Packing and Shipping
During packaging, the scanner serves as the final quality check. After scanning the last item in the order, the system can automatically generate a courier label and invoice, sending a signal directly to the printer. This significantly shortens operational time and improves the quality of customer service in the online store.
Key benefits of implementing the system
Implementing Scanner takes your business to the next level of professionalism. Here are the specific benefits online stores experiencing using this solution:
1. Eliminating human errors to zero
This is the most important benefit. Barcode scanning eliminates the risk of sending the wrong size, color, or model. This means a drastic reduction in complaints and returns, which directly translates into financial savings and improved customer feedback.
2. Instant status synchronization (Omnichannel)
In multi-channel sales (online stores, marketplaces), keeping inventory current is crucial. IdoSell Scanner updates the database the moment an item is scanned , preventing the sale of products that are no longer physically on the shelf.
3. Reducing the training time for new employees
Thanks to the app's "hands-on" approach, new warehouse workers can become fully effective after just a short training session. They don't need to learn the warehouse's layout—the system does it for them.
4. Optimization of labor costs
Thanks to intelligently defining collection routes and automating document generation, the same team of employees can process significantly more orders per shift. This is crucial during sales peaks and promotional periods.
Who is this solution for?
Contrary to appearances, IdoSell Scanner is not reserved only for giants.
- Small online stores: gain order and confidence that every package is correct.
- Medium and large companies: get a tool to scale their business without introducing operational chaos.
If you feel your warehouse is becoming a bottleneck, it's worth considering a process audit and an improvement plan. In practice, this often begins with a tool and integration analysis – to learn more, visit our blog.
IdoSell Scanner Features Overview
| Function | What does it do? | What do you gain? |
|---|---|---|
| EAN verification | Scanning the code before packaging | 100% certainty about the contents of the package |
| Multiscan | Collecting multiple orders at once | Save time and spend less time walking around the warehouse |
| Returns handling | Quick receipt of goods from the customer | The goods are back on sale in a few seconds |
| Performance control | Warehouse workers' work reports | Knowing who is working and how fast |
| Print automation | Printing labels after packaging is completed | No need to go to the computer |
Operating equipment: collector or smartphone?
Although the IdoSell Scanner will work on a regular smartphone , dedicated data collectors (e.g., from Zebra or Honeywell) often work better in professional logistics. Why?
- have a physical laser scanner (reads codes faster and even from damaged labels),
- are resistant to falls and difficult storage conditions,
- They have replaceable batteries, which allows you to work in shifts.
You can find more information about selecting tools for digitizing company processes in our knowledge base: e-commerce tools .
Why is it worth implementing IdoSell Scanner?
IdoSell Scanner can become the foundation of efficient online store logistics . It allows you to shift the burden of responsibility from employee memory to a repeatable process based on scanning and system rules. The result is a warehouse that operates faster, more cost-effectively, and more reliably.
If your goal is to increase sales, it's hard to defend manual logistics management these days. Process automation is one of the surest ways to stay competitive in the digital world.
Marcin Stadnik
e-commerce advisor
The author is a manager with extensive experience in e-commerce, sales strategy, and content marketing. He is a digital practitioner and consultant with over 15 years of experience in e-commerce projects, sales strategy, and online business development, as well as 25 years of experience in broadly defined distribution (offline and online). He specializes in creating and implementing effective solutions for online stores, supporting companies in developing their digital presence. He co-creates appropriate strategies for e-businesses, conducts audits, and oversees marketing activities—always combining analytical knowledge with market practice. He is the author and co-author of content published on the swiatcyfrowy.pl website—based on his many years of consulting, analytical, and operational experience. The materials created are intended to provide reliable, valuable knowledge that truly supports the development of online businesses. The content here is designed to address the real challenges and needs of companies operating in the e-commerce environment (the digital world).
