The network is critical to fulfilling the promise of using low-cost RFID tags to track goods in the global supply chain. We explain what it is, how it works and where its development stands today.
There are still many problems to be solved before RFID technology can dramatically improve efficiency throughout the global supply chain. But our democratic capitalist system means they will be resolved quickly.
Proposed changes to ETSI regulations surrounding the use of RFID systems won't enable European companies to use UHF systems for supply chain management.
By using RFID to track shipments within its supply chain, KiMs, a Danish potato-chip maker, not only spiced up its sales but also cut the fat from its inventory and workforce.
SAP RFID-enables supply chain software; UPM Rafsec provides pharmaceutical tags; surveillance system links video to RFID tags; Secura Key debuts RFID-biometrics reader; ACNielsen opens RFID learning lab.
Dick Cantwell is overseeing a major RFID project at one of Gillette's distribution centers. The goal: foster a new culture of innovation to achieve dramatic efficiencies within the supply chain.
KSW provides quality control for Matrics tags; Paxar announces "investment-protection program"; Apriso RFID-enables supply chain software; Metget merged with Sokymat; partnership explores RFID in the food industry.