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Asset ID Labels: The Secret to Successful Asset Management

May 14, 2013

We are living in a world where technology rules. For any company, computers and other electronics are essential in operating a business. This equipment is considered tangible or fixed assets — valuable financial instruments owned by an individual or organization. And as with any valuable item, this type of asset needs to be secured and well-managed to prevent loss, damage or theft.

Identify and keep track of all your valuable office equipment.

To successfully manage your assets, you should keep track of them. This is actually a part of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. But many companies still struggle to properly track the location, position, category status, quantity and order of their tangible assets. It may seem like a big ordeal to undertake, but there is a simple solution to this — in the form of asset ID labels.

Utilizing asset identification labels is key to effectively track your assets throughout their life cycle in your organization. Asset ID labels monitor the status of your equipment, including their location and the date they need to be replaced. For asset managers, asset ID labels also aid in generating higher returns and reducing risks and costs.

Choosing the right type of asset ID depends on the type of your property, as well as the environment it will be placed in. Here are the different types of asset ID labels: (more…)

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Asset Tags: One of Your Best Business Investments

October 25, 2012

Deter office theft with asset tags.

Running your business might leave you asking technology-related questions: Which antivirus should I use? Should I upgrade to Windows 8? BlackBerry, Android or iPhone? However, you probably fret the most over protecting your company’s portable equipment and the valuable data they contain from lurking thieves and careless employees.

According to Robert Lemos’ article on InfoWorld, one in 10 company laptops will be misplaced or stolen during their three-year lifetime, together with thousands of dollars’ worth of information. Experts said this “lost laptop epidemic” in Corporate America is worsened by incompetent protection and inaction.

Losing your equipment can lead to a larger mishap — losing trade secrets, backups, sensitive company data, and your clients’ information. Under several new federal and state laws, your company might be even required to publicly declare the loss. While this can injure and embarrass your company, losing your clients’ information is another story. Kevin Beaver, an independent security consultant, said this can set off lawsuits due to negligence. (more…)

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Employee Theft is on the Rise-Protect Your Business Now!

May 3, 2010

The Department of Justice reports that nearly one third of all employees commit some degree of employee theft and that number is on the rise in the United States. According to the US Chamber of Commerce employee theft can cost businesses up to $40 billion dollars each year and is considered a main cause for the failure of new businesses.

With statistics like that employee theft is something all business owners need to be concerned with and start a line of defense to prevent it. You may want to implement security measures that include surveillance cameras, door alarms and locks but what do you do about company property like office equipment or laptops? How can you deter theft of those items? Implement a Property ID labeling system.

Property ID labels or Asset ID labels help businesses track inventory, identify assets and recover equipment. Label anything you want to keep track of with your company name, number sequence or barcode. For businesses property id labels are the smart economical choice for securing valuable company property.

Employee theft is a serious criminal offense and may be punishable by prison time, heavy fines or restitution. Make sure that employees know that the company is taking steps to protect their assets. Employees who think they might get caught stealing will be less likely to attempt it.

Rely on Emedco for all your property id labels, safeguard your valuables today and protect your business from employee theft.

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Who Owns It? Property ID Labels and You!

April 22, 2010

Where I work we are required to take our laptops home everyday. When I finish work everyday and close my laptop I see a Property ID Label and I am reminded that ‘my’ laptop really belongs to my employer.

Company property should be property labeled with asset id labels for 3 reasons:

Theft Prevention
Inventory Control
Track physical assets

Employees will avoid taking anything that has a tracking label on it because that means that it was signed out to that employee for company use. According to your company policy, if that laptop or cell phone goes missing the company will hold the employee that it was signed out to responsible. Additionally, outside thieves will also avoid taking any property that is labeled because they know it will not be accepted at pawn shops or even on the streets – it’s ‘hot’ or ‘stolen’ and is rendered useless.

Inventory that is labeled with asset id labels can be easily tracked with data management software. Making it ideal for asset management, re-ordering of stock and knowing how much stock you have on hand. Having an accurate count of inventory benefits companies in many ways including the ability to ship orders without delays and easily knowing company worth at any given time.

Label all your property including computers, laptops, printers, copiers, tools, furniture, fax machines, telephones, machinery and cabinets to easily keep track of all your physical assets. Knowing your physical assets will aid your insurance company in the event of a fire or natural disaster, when you will need to assess your losses.

Property id labels come in many sizes and styles to choose from so it’s easy to find exactly the label to fit your needs.

For extra security use custom property id labels and add your own wording, company information or logo.

Rely on emedco.com for a wide selection property id labels to identify, track and safeguard your valuables.

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Oh No! Was That Opened? Labels That Can Tell You:Instantly!

April 6, 2010

Ever wonder if there was a way to detect if your property or package has been entered? Well wonder no more! Tamper evident seals & labels are the answer.

Tamper evident tape & labels are ideal security tags that have a security feature that detects tampering by either revealing the word ‘OPENED’, a ‘red flag’ or the word ‘VOID’.

Indicate & deter tampering
Prevent false information
Authenticate shipments & inventory

Tamper-evident tape is great for large openings, shipping containers or boxes that you want covered and affixes along the entire opening. Once affixed, the adhesive back PVC tape cannot be removed without evidence of intrusion. Tape applies easily with your standard tape dispenser (no need to moisten). When removed the word ‘OPENED’ appears on both tape and tape surface and cannot be reapplied. Tamper-evident tape adds security to any shipment.

Entry indicator labels immediately notify of unauthorized access. Used to detect tampering or identify cabinets that need inventory adjustments. Place label over the edge of a drawer, container or cabinet. If someone enters, the label tears at the perforation and reveals a ‘red flag’.

Void labels detect tampering by indicating the word ‘VOID’ if the label is altered or removed. Void labels provide added security for boxes, folders, file cabinets, lockers and more!

Adhesive security seals secure and track with one convenient label. Residue seals leave behind a sticky residue that reads “VOID/OPEN’ to indicate tampering. Ideal for container bins, drum lids, cargo shipping, equipment/inventory control and tagging. Aggressive adhesive sticks to most surfaces for a tight grip.

Never wonder again if there has been an unauthorized breach of your property. Rely on Emedco for tamper evident tape & labels that will at-a-glance tell if your security has been compromised.