IDTechEx recently published a list of observations about RFID market development in 2007. Many of the statistics are based on the number of projects added last year to the company’s RFID Knowledgebase, a collection of RFID deployment case studies from around the world. This article provides highlights.
A recent article in The New York Times points out how counterfeiters exploit the legitimate supply chain.
A recent article in The New York Times points out how counterfeiters exploit the legitimate supply chain.
As in the first trial, MediaCart’s system will employ RFID tags attached to store shelves to identify a shopper’s location and provide relevant ads and services on the cart’s video screen.
The hospital is employing a Wi-Fi-based system so it can locate tablet PCs containing the electronic health records of individual patients.
Thanks to active RFID tags, families and staff members at Treviglio-Caravaggio can determine patients’ exact locations. Employees can also use the system to identify delays and document services received.
Avery Dennison intros EPC Gen 2 inlay for tagging small items; Wavetrend announces active RFID module for handheld computers; Intelleflex takes its BAP RFID solution to Indian market; IDTronic announces range of readers for industrial handheld computer; researchers to develop bridge monitoring systems; Omnitrol Networks teams with network company BT Global Services.
About $14 million came from Inventec Appliances Corp., LS Industrial Systems, Samsung Ventures America and YFY Group.
The famous Peabody Memphis hotel uses RFID tags integrated with flow sensors to record and report alcohol poured at its lobby bar and banquet facilities. Managers use the system to see how consistently drinks are mixed, train bartenders, monitor unbilled pours, and monitor liquor inventory.
There are numerous laboratories and test centers to serve end users that want to learn about RFID without purchasing their own equipment. Users may get their own hands-on lab time or contract with the facility to provide testing or other services. This article provides an overview of the types of facilities and services.