EDITOR'S NOTE

A Missed Opportunity in Washington
The U.S. government missed its chance to use RFID to ensure accountability of the huge stimulus package currently making its way through Congress—but governments can still consider this option for future programs.

The Year Ahead: Reasons for Optimism
Out of crisis will come renewal, as companies transform themselves with the help of RFID and other technologies.

What the Sam's Club Announcement Means
Sam's Club's letter confirms the company's commitment to EPC RFID technology, gives suppliers additional time to meet the tagging requirements wisely, and should also serve as a wakeup call to all other retailers.

Be Recognized for Excellence in RFID
The third-annual RFID Journal Awards will spotlight the best uses of radio frequency identification, as well as the best new product of the past 12 months.

A Year of Ups and Downs
The economic tumult dominated the news in 2008, but there were still many positive developments in the RFID industry.

Does Obama Have the Vision?
The incoming president has a rare opportunity to transform America's infrastructure—making it smarter, safer and more efficient.

Learning to Do More With Less
The current economic crisis offers companies a rare opportunity to fundamentally change their cost structure and enhance their competitiveness.

The Danger for Sam's Club Suppliers
Waiting too long to become EPC-compliant will result in higher costs in the end.

Pharma Ponders a Track-and-Trace System
At last week's RFID Track and Trace Health Care Summit, there was a great deal of focus on what state governments and the FDA will require the pharmaceutical industry to do, and less emphasis on the business value of RFID.

Winners and Losers in the RFID Market
Here's how smart RFID companies will survive the current economic downturn.