The Power of Durable Asset Labels: How TRS of Texas Transformed Their Asset Tracking
The Challenge Tracking inventory sounds simple—until your labels start falling off. That’s what the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) faced every day. Their self-printed asset labels worked fine at first, but over time, they wouldn’t stay attached. The labels faded, tore, or simply vanished, and as a result, their asset tracking system became unreliable….
The Power of Durable Asset Labels: How TRS of Texas Transformed Their Asset Tracking
The Power of Durable Asset Labels: How TRS of Texas Transformed Their Asset Tracking
The Challenge
Tracking inventory sounds simple—until your labels start falling off.
That’s what the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) faced every day. Their self-printed asset labels worked fine at first, but over time, they wouldn’t stay attached. The labels faded, tore, or simply vanished, and as a result, their asset tracking system became unreliable.
Here’s what TRS was dealing with:
- Constant re-labeling: Employees had to replace labels on assets that were still in use.
- Misplaced items: Missing asset labels meant items couldn’t be properly identified.
- Wasted time: Staff spent valuable hours reapplying labels instead of focusing on higher-priority tasks.
The team knew there had to be a better way.
The Solution
When TRS reached out to Express Identification Products, the goal was simple: find a label that stays put.
The result was a custom-designed, ultra-durable asset tag that could handle TRS’s everyday wear and tear. These tags don’t just “stick better”—they stay put for years.
This upgrade wasn’t just about avoiding label replacements—it was about unlocking long-term operational efficiency.
Here’s what TRS gained from the switch:
1️⃣ Fewer Errors, More Accuracy
When labels don’t fall off, inventory counts stay accurate. TRS saw a dramatic improvement in tracking precision. No more searching for misplaced items or dealing with miscounts.
2️⃣ Time Saved on Manual Labor
Before, staff had to reprint and reapply labels regularly—a task that ate up valuable time. Now, that task is eliminated. Less time relabeling means more time spent on high-priority work.
3️⃣ Reduced Costs Over Time
Yes, durable tags cost more upfront. But TRS found that by eliminating repeated replacements, they saved money in the long run. They no longer had to reprint labels or dedicate hours to manual fixes.
Results and Impact
With Express’s custom durable tags in place, TRS saw an immediate shift in their operations. No more reprinting labels. No more lost inventory due to missing tags. Their asset tracking process became faster, more accurate, and—most importantly—reliable.
But the real sign of success? TRS is already looking ahead.
Brian Johnson from TRS made it clear: they’ll be turning to Express for all their future labeling needs.
This isn’t just about solving today’s problems—it’s about building a process that works for years to come. TRS now has a partner they can count on, and a labeling system that won’t let them down.
If you’re tired of dealing with peeling, fading, or disappearing labels, it might be time to follow TRS’s lead. A better solution is out there—and it lasts.
About Express Identification Products
With a 40 year track record of delivering innovative identification solutions, Express Identification Products is a trusted industry leader. With a focus on durability, quality, and custom design, we offer personalized solutions tailored to your specific needs. Partner with us to optimize your asset tracking system with enduring reliability.
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