Wabber's glossary
Terms from private AI, tracking systems, security and compliance, as we apply them at Wabber every day.
AI and LLM
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Artificial intelligence is the collective term for technologies that enable computers to perform tasks that normally require human thinking, such as language processing, pattern recognition, and decision-making.
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Chatbot
An automated conversational system that interacts with users via text, powered by AI language models to provide natural and relevant answers.
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Embedding
A mathematical representation of text, images, or other data as a series of numbers (vector), allowing an AI system to understand and compare their meaning.
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Large Language Model (LLM)
A large language model is an AI system trained on vast amounts of text, capable of understanding and generating human-like text.
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Machine Learning
A branch of artificial intelligence where systems learn from data and recognize patterns without being explicitly programmed for each task.
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Prompt Engineering
The art and technique of formulating instructions to an AI model to obtain the most relevant and accurate responses.
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RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
An AI technique that combines a language model with an external knowledge source, so that answers are based on current, company-specific information.
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Token (AI)
A token is the smallest unit of text that an AI language model processes, such as a word, part of a word, or punctuation mark.
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Vector Database
A specialized type of database that stores data as mathematical vectors, enabling search by meaning rather than exact word matches.
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VRAM
Video RAM is the memory on a graphics card used for processing visual data and, in the context of AI, for running large language models.
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Logistics and tracking
Attendance Registration
Systematically tracking who is present at a location, essential for emergency response, compliance, and access control during incidents.
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Barcode
A visual representation of data that scanners can read, commonly used for tracking products in an inventory management system.
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Last Mile Delivery
The final link in the logistics process: the delivery of goods from the distribution center or depot to the end customer's doorstep.
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MDM
Software for managing mobile devices within a company, essential for managing scanners and handhelds in a warehouse.
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Proof of Delivery (POD)
A delivery confirmation that proves goods were successfully delivered to the recipient, recorded via digital signature, photo, or scan.
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QR Code
A two-dimensional barcode that can quickly store large amounts of data and be scanned with any smartphone, widely used in logistics, inventory management, and track-and-trace.
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RFID
Radio Frequency Identification is a wireless technology that automatically identifies objects via radio waves, without requiring direct line of sight or physical contact.
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Scanner
A device that reads barcodes or QR codes to capture data about products and inventory.
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Supply Chain
The complete chain from raw materials to the finished product at the customer, including all intermediate steps of production, storage, transport, and distribution.
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Transport Management System (TMS)
Software that manages the planning, execution, and optimization of transport movements, from route planning and trip scheduling to track-and-trace and invoicing.
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Track and Trace
Technology that tracks the location and status of products, from warehouse to end user.
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Inventory Management
The systematic tracking, controlling, and optimizing of inventory within an organization, from procurement to delivery.
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WMS
A software application that helps optimize warehouse activities, such as inventory management and order processing.
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ZPL (Zebra Programming Language)
A command language for controlling Zebra label printers, allowing you to programmatically define label layouts including text, barcodes, QR codes, and graphic elements.
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Business and compliance
CRM
A system for managing customer relationships. It can be integrated with inventory and order systems to keep customer information up to date.
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Dashboard
A visual overview that displays real-time data and KPIs, giving managers and employees instant insight into business performance at a glance.
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ERP
Software that integrates various business processes, such as inventory management, HR, and finance, to increase operational efficiency.
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Hosting
The service that stores the files of a website or application and makes them available via the internet. Hosting ensures that the website is always accessible to users.
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ISO 27001
ISO 27001 is the international standard for information security that sets requirements for establishing, implementing, and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS).
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KPI
Key performance indicators that businesses use to measure the success of their processes, such as inventory management.
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Custom Software
Software or solutions specifically designed to meet the unique needs of a business or client.
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Real-time Data
Data that is updated instantly, which is essential for inventory and order management.
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SaaS
A cloud-based software model that allows users to use software online without downloading it.
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SLA
A contract between a service provider and the client, outlining agreements on the quality, performance, and availability of the service.
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Web and applications
API
A set of rules and protocols that enables different software programs to communicate with each other. This is essential for integrating software such as a WMS with other systems.
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Application
A program or piece of software that performs a specific task, such as a mobile app for inventory management or a web application for order processing.
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Database
An organized collection of data that is digitally stored and managed, essential for storing customer, inventory, and order information.
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Framework
A structure of reusable code and tools that helps developers build software applications quickly and efficiently. Examples include Laravel for PHP and .NET for C#.
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PWA (Progressive Web App)
A Progressive Web App is a web application that behaves like a native app, with offline functionality, push notifications, and home screen installation.
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Responsive
Responsive design ensures that a website automatically adapts to the size and type of the user's screen.
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Software
Software is a collection of programs, instructions, and data that enables computer hardware to perform tasks.
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User Interface
The visual design and layout of a software application, which is essential for user-friendly systems.
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Web Application
A web application is a software application that is used through the browser, without installation on the user's device.
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