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Posts by Patrick Augstein

Patrick is a Customer Support AI Manager at Bitly. With over 10 years of experience in customer support, he has played a key role in shaping the Support Team and enhancing the customer experience, especially in the QR Code space. Patrick’s expertise in both QR Code technology and customer care continues to drive operational improvements and team growth.
Read article: How to Use QR Codes for Smarter Storage Systems
QR Codes

How to Use QR Codes for Smarter Storage Systems

Simplify storage with scannable, trackable QR Codes.

Read article: What Are the Pros and Cons of Ads With QR Codes?
QR Codes

What Are the Pros and Cons of Ads With QR Codes?

Are QR Code ads worth it? Explore what works—and what doesn’t.

Read article: How to Create QR Codes in Bulk With Bitly
QR Codes

How to Create QR Codes in Bulk With Bitly

Generate branded QR Codes at scale—fast.

Read article: QR Codes for Quality Assurance: Why and How to Implement Them
QR Codes

QR Codes for Quality Assurance: Why and How to Implement Them

Learn what QR Codes for quality assurance are and how to use them.

Read article: What Is QR Batch Code Tracking for Frozen Food? (and How to Begin)
QR Codes

What Is QR Batch Code Tracking for Frozen Food? (and How to Begin)

Find out how to implement a smart QR batch code tracking system for frozen food.

Read article: How to Use QR Codes for Raffles
QR Codes

How to Use QR Codes for Raffles

Learn how to make your raffle successful with the implementation of QR Codes.

Read article: Why QR Codes Are the Future of P2P Money Transfers
QR Codes

Why QR Codes Are the Future of P2P Money Transfers

Find out the secret to smarter security in QR Code-powered P2P transfers.

Read article: How Do QR Codes Make Tipping Easier?
QR Codes

How Do QR Codes Make Tipping Easier?

Want to give guests more options to leave tips? Learn how to make a QR Code tip jar.

Read article: What’s The Best Way to Share Safety Procedures in Hotels?
QR Codes

What’s The Best Way to Share Safety Procedures in Hotels?

Help guests access safety info fast without dealing with signage overload.

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