If your business uses Honeywell barcode scanners, mobile computers, printers, or other productivity technology, you may have heard that Brady Corporation recently acquired part of Honeywell’s business. You may also be wondering what that means for the equipment you already own or plan to purchase.
Brady has stated that the acquisition will not cause immediate changes to existing products, warranties, support agreements, or customer relationships. Here is what happened and what Taylor Data Systems customers should know about the transition.
Brady Corporation purchased Honeywell’s Productivity Solutions and Services business, commonly referred to as PSS. This is the part of Honeywell that provides many of the technologies businesses use to capture information, track products, and manage daily workflows. The acquisition includes mobile computers, barcode scanners, printers, voice technology, software, services, and the Connected Logistics/Mobilizer business.
Brady purchased the entire PSS business, not just a few product lines. The business is now operating under Brady as Intelligent Productivity Solutions, or IPS. In simple terms, many of the Honeywell products and solutions Taylor Data Systems has traditionally provided to customers are now part of Brady’s IPS business.
Brady is a global company known for identification and safety solutions. By acquiring Honeywell PSS, Brady has expanded its business to include technology used for mobile computing, barcode scanning, printing, RFID, and workflow software.
Brady has said the acquisition is intended to support growth and innovation, with additional investment planned in research and development, customer engagement, talent, and IT systems. The company also sees opportunities to develop solutions that combine its identification, safety, and productivity capabilities, although those are future possibilities rather than immediate changes to the acquired PSS product lineup.
For most customers, no immediate action is required. If your business uses Honeywell mobile computers to manage inventory, barcode scanners to track products, or printers to create labels, the acquisition does not mean you need to replace that equipment.
Brady has stated that there are currently no products identified for an accelerated end of life because of the acquisition. An end of life announcement is when a manufacturer decides to discontinue a product as part of its normal product lifecycle. Brady has not announced that existing PSS products will be discontinued early simply because of the ownership change.
The company has also committed to continuing research and development investment in hardware and software. Some development activities may eventually be combined where Brady and PSS have overlapping products, particularly in printers and barcode scanners, but Brady’s stated intention is to maintain previously committed programs.
Yes. Brady must transition away from using the Honeywell brand by August 2027. Customers will gradually begin seeing Brady branding replace Honeywell logos on products, websites, marketing materials, and other materials within the acquired PSS portfolio.
However, Brady does not anticipate changing product names or model numbers because of the acquisition. For example, if your business has standardized on a particular Honeywell mobile computer or barcode scanner that was part of PSS, you may eventually see that product presented under Brady branding. The branding change does not necessarily mean the product itself is being replaced by a different model.
This is important for businesses that purchase replacement devices, maintain spare equipment, or use software configured for specific hardware models. Customers should continue checking the specifications and compatibility of any equipment they purchase, just as they would with any other technology investment.
Existing warranties and support agreements for the acquired PSS products will continue to be honored. Brady has confirmed that standard product warranties and previously purchased extended support service contracts will remain in effect through their current expiration dates. Existing software subscriptions and renewals are also not being changed because of the acquisition.
For now, customers should continue using the same support and download channels they already use unless they are notified otherwise. Brady has stated that any future changes to support contact information or websites will be communicated in advance.
Brady has stated that there are no price changes being made because of the acquisition. Existing contracts associated with the acquired business are being transferred or assigned with their current terms, and payment terms are not changing. Prices may still change as part of normal business operations, with future changes communicated through standard processes.
The company also does not anticipate disruptions to product deliveries because of the transaction. Manufacturing operations and existing manufacturing partners will continue supporting the acquired business. Customers planning purchases of products within the former Honeywell PSS portfolio should continue confirming current pricing, availability, and lead times through Taylor Data Systems.
For most businesses using products from the former Honeywell PSS portfolio, the best approach is to continue using existing equipment and following normal purchasing and support processes. There is no need to replace devices solely because of the acquisition.
If you are planning a technology refresh or expanding your operation, Taylor Data Systems can continue helping you evaluate mobile computers, barcode scanners, printers, and other products within the acquired PSS portfolio based on your business needs, software compatibility, support coverage, and the lifecycle of your current devices.
The acquisition of Honeywell PSS by Brady Corporation is a significant change for the barcode and productivity technology industry, but the immediate focus is on maintaining continuity for customers. Products within the acquired PSS portfolio, along with their warranties, support agreements, and customer relationships, are expected to continue as the business transitions to Brady.
For Taylor Data Systems customers, this means the Honeywell PSS technologies you have relied on will increasingly be associated with the Brady IPS name. Over time, customers will begin seeing new branding while Brady continues investing in the acquired technology and solutions.
Did Brady buy all of Honeywell?
No. Brady purchased Honeywell’s Productivity Solutions and Services business, not Honeywell Corporation as a whole. The acquisition includes mobile computing, barcode scanning, printing, voice technology, software, services, and Connected Logistics/Movilizer.
Are Honeywell barcode scanners, mobile computers, and printers going away?
No. Brady has stated that no products within the acquired PSS portfolio have currently been identified for accelerated end of life because of the acquisition. Existing products will continue to follow normal lifecycle management processes.
Will my existing Honeywell warranty still be valid?
Yes. Existing standard warranties and previously purchased extended support service contracts for products included in the acquisition will be honored through their current expiration dates.
Can I still purchase Honeywell products through Taylor Data Systems?
Taylor Data Systems can continue helping customers purchase and support products within the former Honeywell PSS portfolio as those products transition to Brady IPS. If you are unsure whether a particular product is part of the acquired portfolio, our team can help confirm current availability and purchasing options.
If you have questions about your current Honeywell PSS equipment, need to confirm whether a product is part of the Brady IPS portfolio, or are planning an upcoming technology purchase, contact Taylor Data Systems.