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MDE next

Mobile data capture for every part of your business.

Record goods movements using mobile devices and optimize booking and logistics processes – simple, fast, and tailored to your needs. With MDE.next, this vision becomes reality:

Good reasons

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Real-time data! You'll know exactly what is where, in what quantity — along with all relevant details.

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Simple and intuitive operation - minimizes errors and reduces training time.

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Modular design - the software grows with your needs and vision.

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Customizable! We offer flexible configuration and validation options — built right into the standard system.

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Photo documentation - Take photos for each document or item.

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Also available offline - Use it either temporarily or — if needed — permanently.

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Compatible with many devices Works seamlessly across a wide range of hardware.

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Genuine expertise. Our team brings extensive experience you can benefit from.

A software that connects.

MDE.next is the result of years of experience gained from real-world customer projects. Its cross-functional capabilities are as diverse as its applications across different areas of your business. Our standard? Perfection — paired with everyday practicality.

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Purchasing

Purchase documents can be created effortlessly. You can record supplier orders directly on site and generate order proposals for standard order planning. Goods receipts are captured on the mobile device — either as an initial document or as a follow-up to a purchase order — and then transferred to Sage 100.

Sales

Whether it's route-optimized picking, generating delivery notes, or capturing returns – with MDE.next, it’s effortless. The best part? Multiple users can process the same document at the same time – without any complications.

Warehouse

Mobile data capture makes document handling in the warehouse even easier. Goods receipts, withdrawals, and internal transfers can be posted either individually or as batch transactions. Warehouse staff record movements directly at the point of activity — turning the booking process into a background task.

Production

With MDE.next, capturing material feedback and production completions becomes significantly easier. Smart validations — such as verifying the correctness and quantity of materials — help prevent errors and ensure consistent quality.

Time Tracking

With the time tracking module, processing times can be recorded directly against production orders. You decide whether employees log their own times or team leads handle the entries. This paves the way for precise post-calculations.

Item Information

In the item information section, you can view relevant data for each position currently being processed — such as stock levels, expiration dates (MHDs), photos and notes, as well as recorded batches and serial numbers. This way, colleagues have all the information they need for their work at the click of a button!

"MDE.next enables us to run our production and warehouse processes more efficiently. With mobile devices, all data is recorded digitally and in real time. Paper-based notes are a thing of the past — core processes and communication paths are now streamlined."

Thomas Stockinger

funktionen

Functions

Moving, producing, and picking goods by warehouse and production staff.
Stock inquiries made by management.
Damage documentation carried out by quality assurance.
Inventory support provided by temporary staff.

Different users – one solution.
Even the auditor is satisfied: seamless traceability is fully ensured.

Purchasing

Seamlessly post planned goods receipts
Capture unplanned goods receipts as initial entries directly on the mobile device
Consolidated goods receipt: multiple purchase orders can be transferred to the device and received in a single process
Automatic printing of labels or goods receipt documents upon saving the entry

Sales

Capture sales documents as initial entries directly on the mobile device
Transfer sales documents to mobile devices for further processing
Route-optimized picking for sales orders
Multiple users can edit the same document simultaneously

Warehouse

Check current stock levels
Post individual stock receipts, transfers, and withdrawals
Post collective stock receipts, transfers, and withdrawals
Record inventory corrections

Production

Post material confirmations and production completions
Define source and destination warehouses in the production order
Pick materials for production
Record batch-specific material usage

Time Tracking

Start, end, and pause of operations
Start, end, and pause of production orders
Start and end of downtimes, including reason for each downtime
Time entries can be recorded by employees during the process

All functions

From cartons to big bags – we’ve got you covered.

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The Devices

Built on Android, the software is compatible with a wide range of hardware. We understand that different environments require different solutions.

Runs on rugged handheld scanners
Compatible with smartphones
Operates on tablets
Also available as a desktop version with connected scanner

faqs

FAQs

How many licenses do I need?

You need as many licenses as you plan to use devices. It is possible for multiple colleagues to use the same device.

Do I need full Wi-Fi coverage?

If you want to work in online mode, you need a well-developed Wi-Fi network. However, short-term connection interruptions are not a problem, as the entered data will not be lost in the meantime. If you want to work in offline mode, Wi-Fi is not necessary. A connection is only required to transfer and update the data to the ERP system.

Does MDE.next also work over a mobile network?

Yes, it works as long as the device supports it technically.

How much does MDE.next cost per month?

The rental of the software for the Trade Package (including Purchasing, Inventory/Warehousing, and Sales) costs €65 per scanner per month. The Production Package (including Purchasing, Inventory/Warehousing, Sales, and Production) costs €95 per scanner per month. A standalone Production License (Production/Time Tracking) costs €35 per scanner per month. The scanners can be used by multiple users. Upon request, we will be happy to send you our complete price list.

What costs will I incur during implementation?

Unfortunately, this cannot be stated in general terms, as it depends on many factors—for example, your experience, the existing warehouse structure, and your training needs. However, in an initial consultation, we can quickly provide clarity and transparency.

Does MDE.next require its own Sage 100 license?

No, this is not necessary. You only need a third-party license per device from Sage, and your Sage 100 should be at least version 9.0.4.

Are there additional modules that are compatible with MDE.next?

Yes, our abacus portfolio offers a wide range of options to expand your Sage 100. For example, shipping unit management and labeling, advanced subcontracting (including consignment stock), batch management and quality assurance, integration of scales, or our comprehensive package—the industry solution for traceability. The possibilities are extensive.

How can I reach support?

You can reach our support team Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:30 PM at +49 38852 6010. Another option is to create an account for our Helpdesk. There, you can submit tickets yourself in our ticket system, which will then be handled by our support team colleagues.

How long does it take for the data to be transferred to the ERP?

The service for processing the data is automatically triggered every 6 seconds by default (in online mode).

Can I implement checks to ensure quality during scanning?

Yes, we can implement checks at any stage. Example standard checks include: Was the correct item selected? Has the expiration date passed? Is the remaining shelf life taken into account? Was the correct batch or serial number selected? Was the FIFO principle followed? These are just a few of the possible checks. Please feel free to contact us.

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