EC Ruling Harmonizes Use of UHF for RFID
The European Commission’s decision specifies UHF spectrum for RFID, requiring EU member nations to designate and make available that spectrum within the next six months.
DHS Privacy Committee Finalizes Report on RFID IDs
DHS Secretary Michael Chertoff will soon receive the 15-page advisory report, which the coauthors hope will impact the U.S. government’s approach to incorporating RFID technology in identification documents.
Injunction May Slow Momentum for RFID E-Pedigrees
Efforts to document the transfer of drugs in the pharmaceutical supply chain using RFID-enabled electronic pedigrees have suffered a blow with a federal court judge’s issuance of an injunction that blocks the FDA’s pedigree requirement.
RFID Tag Built to Survive Gamma Rays
AdvantaPure says its passive, high-frequency GammaTags can withstand the radiation used to sterilize the polymer bags employed by drug manufacturers—without losing data.
Aerospace ID to Launch RFID Trials in 2007
The industry-led research organization is studying EPC-compatible ID numbers for aircraft parts, as well as the creation of information search service to reveal a part’s life-cycle history.
Frost: Major Growth Ahead for RFID Printer Market
Research firm Frost & Sullivan has released a report with rosy demand predictions for RFID printer-encoders. Pegged at $10.7 million in 2005, the market for RFID printer-encoders will surge in value to $209.3 million in 2012 for a compounded annual growth rate of 53%.
Technology Alone Isn’t Enough
A personal loss is a reminder that even with the greatest technology humans can dream up, it can’t control everything.
Intelligent Network Services Can Make RFID More Productive
By condensing raw RFID data into meaningful business events, an intelligent network service can help you implement EPCglobal RFID applications without overloading your supply chain.
A Privacy Advocate for Consumers
Ann Cavoukian, Ontario’s information and privacy commissioner, is seeking to serve the interests of consumers—ensuring the responsible use of RFID.
RFID News Roundup
Academic RFID offering RFID training across Canada; GlobeRanger provides software package for DOD compliance; NCR enhances auto-ID software; NiceLabel announces RFID and bar-code label programs.