Wisteq Passive Tag Uses Directional Antenna
The Finnish company says its new reusable UHF RFID passive tag features a directional microstrip antenna capable of performing well on metal and containers of liquids.
AT&T Introduces Managed RFID Service
AT&T is the latest technology giant to enter the RFID industry. Through a partnership with Symbol, BEA, and Intel, the company last week announced a managed RFID service that it hopes will “accelerate mass adoption” of the technology.
Metro Group Moves Forward with Gen 2
The German retailer has begun using Gen 2 EPC technology at a number of its RFID-enabled locations.
Tank-Maker Uses RFID to Track Tools
General Dynamics Land Systems, a manufacturer of amphibious combat vehicles, is using passive RFID tags to help ensure it has enough tools to get the job done.
RFID Journal’s New Look
An upgrade to the Web site makes it easier for readers to find content specific to their industry or their functional area.
Teradata Opens RFID Data Analytics Lab
Data warehousing and analytics firm Teradata this week announced the new Retail Advanced Business Analytics & RFID Lab. The lab is targeted at assisting retailers and consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers leverage and analyze data captured from across their supply chains by RFID and other technology.
Philips, SK Telecom to Test NFC in Seoul
The two companies are launching a trial of Near Field Communication technology in Seoul, Korea, that will let participants use their mobile phones to download music, unlock doors and pay for goods and services.
Survey Says Manufacturers Drive RFID Uptake
An NCR-sponsored poll of manufacturers and retailers indicates manufacturers have taken the lead in RFID implementation, spurring adoption by retailers.
RFID News Roundup
Teradata offering RFID data analytics; AEA criticizes DHS report on RFID; MicroTrak acquires RFID company Fibergrations; HID acquiring card printer-encoder company.
Summary of Baird RFID Monthly for May
Baird has released its May report. The sixteen-page document is a worthwhile read for anyone requiring an overview of the industry’s last 30 days. For those without time to do so, we have reprinted here the report’s summary.