Data collection systems are often cumbersome, complex and difficult to implement and manage. The decision whether to implement a full-feature warehouse management system or a data collection system may come down to cost and time to implement. Other factors to consider when choosing among the many tools for data collection include integration requirements to an existing or planned enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.

Fullscope Data Collection 3.0 for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012 is one of the most flexible tools for data collection available for manufacturers and distributors. It is a web-based tool that provides the functionality needed to help meet data collection requirements using wireless devices and allows companies to perform data collection activities with Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012.

The latest version includes a new architecture that completely leverages Microsoft technology, including the Services and Application Integration Framework (AIF) and Windows Communication Framework for Microsoft Dynamics AX 2012. It runs on mobile devices and also in a Cloud environment.

From an industry perspective, Fullscope Data Collection gives manufacturers and distributors real-time inventory updates and improved inventory control; helps reduce data keying errors and paperwork; and can improve overall warehouse and operational efficiencies (receiving, picking, cycle counts, stock outs and back orders). It also has catch weight, co-products and by-products functionality to address specific challenges for food and beverage and chemical manufacturers.