Editor’s Notes
Patently Obvious
The Auto-ID Center is considering creating a patent pool to reduce the risk of lawsuits derailing its technology. The idea is good for vendors, as well as customers.Transforming the Warehouse
To reduce inventory, companies are going to have to do a lot more than slap RFID tags on pallets and readers on dock doors.It’s Time To Get Strategic
It's time for companies to begin developing a long-term strategy for using RFID and a plan for deploying it in stages.Pity the Poor Customer
Companies looking to buy RFID systems are hearing conflicting information about what RFID can do and where the market is going.The Pull of the Culture
The companies that benefit most from RFID technology will be the ones that create a culture that embraces change.Underestimating Asia
Asia lags behind in auto-ID technology, but recent events indicate that it could emerge as a dominant force in RFID.Pieces of the Puzzle
Successful RFID systems involve a lot more than tags and readers. Gradually, all of the pieces of the puzzle are coming together.The Way Forward
Our special report examines the prospects for the Auto-ID Center's proposed system for tracking products using a low-cost RFID and open-standards and lays out a roadmap for companies looking to adopt the technology.Linux Offers A Lesson
The growth of Linux is a sign that technology buyers want low-cost, open systems. RFID vendors need to get the message.