Key Takeaways VF will deploy Nedap’s Inventory Engine across 1,500+ stores, starting with The North Face in Q2 2026, to create a single trusted view of inventory and improve omnichannel performance. The rollout extends beyond stores into distribution centers and...
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As Tariff Impact Grows, AI-Powers Field Fastener’s Efficiency with Quickcode: RFID Journal Case Study
Key Takeaways: Streamlined HTS classification and tariff calculations by replacing manual spreadsheets with Quickcode’s artificial intelligence (AI)-powered centralized system. Accelerated quoting and sourcing while reducing compliance risk with more accurate duty and...
LoRa Alliance’s Rolls Out Roadmap for Global Expansion
Key Takeaways: The LoRa Alliance’s 2026–2028 roadmap aims to make LoRaWAN easier to deploy and integrate by adding application support, device migration tools, and stronger plug-and-play features. New coverage extensions, security updates, gateway certification, and...
Bardstown Bourbon Incorporates NFC Gift Tags with Their Bottles
Key Takeaways: Bardstown Bourbon Company is launching an NFC-enabled gifting program that lets consumers add a message, photo, or video to a bottle through a smartphone tap. Developed with Eurostampa and io.tt, the program brings connected packaging to a...
Royal Ray, Impinj Target Embedded RFID Growth With Ultra-Compact Ourea Series
Key Takeaways: Royal Ray and Impinj launched the Ourea Series RRUx1508M, a 15 x 8 x 2.9 mm embedded RAIN RFID module with native Gen2X support, aimed at space- and power-constrained devices. The globally certified module is designed to help OEMs speed integration of...
Atlas RFID Selects Graph-Tech RFIDRunner to Scale Label Production
Key Takeaways: Atlas RFID selected Graph-Tech USA’s RFIDRunner to meet rising demand for high-speed UHF RFID label production across North America. The system has helped Atlas double output compared with ten thermal printers while lowering labor needs and improving...
George Schmitt & Co. Collaborates with Wiliot on BLE Smart Labels
Key Takeaways: George Schmitt & Co. is partnering with Wiliot to convert, test and manufacture Gen3 IoT Pixels into BLE-enabled smart labels for logistics, retail, and supply chains. The collaboration supports high-volume production with in-line testing,...
Auburn Research and Technology Foundation Breaks Ground on New RFID Lab
Key Takeaways: Auburn Research and Technology Foundation has broken ground on a $22 million, 100,000-square-foot RFID Lab facility scheduled to open in summer 2027. The new lab will anchor a 45-acre advanced manufacturing research district focused on RFID, automation,...
IEEE RFID 2026 Event Dates Announced
Key Takeaways: IEEE RFID 2026 will take place June 16–18 in Santa Fe, bringing together global researchers to present new RFID applications and technology. The event will include keynote talks, four tutorials, and an RFID4U certification course designed to support...
MIT, Mecalux Develop an AI-based Simulator to Optimize Inventory Across Warehouses
Key Takeaways: MIT and Mecalux's GENESIS platform optimizes inventory distribution using AI, reducing costs and improving logistics efficiency. The simulator enables real-time tactical planning by analyzing thousands of scenarios in minutes, enhancing decision-making...
Comprion, Giesecke+Devrient Partner for IoT eSIM Solutions
Comprion and Giesecke+Devrient (G+D) have entered into a partnership to provide mutually validated solutions as well as a development and testing environment for SGP.32 based IoT eSIM solutions. Providers and integrators of SGP.32 IoT eSIM solutions can use this...
Walmart, Vusion to Deploy Connected Store Platform Across Mexico
Key Takeaways: Walmart Mexico partners with Vusion to deploy EdgeSense, modernizing store operations with AI and real-time retail data. The initiative positions Walmart Mexico as a leader in retail innovation across Latin America. Walmart de México y Centroamérica is...












