Consumer Distorts
A recent article in “Consumer Reports” about the possible use of RFID to invade people’s privacy does a disservice to consumers.
Key Findings from RFID Reader Benchmark
ODIN technologies has released the latest in its RFID hardware benchmark series, this one covering Gen2 readers. The , sponsored by Unisys, includes the test results and analysis of seven RFID readers currently in production. RFID Update spoke with ODIN’s chief operating officer Bret Kinsella about the findings.
MetroHealth to Get Active/Passive RFID
The 731-bed Cleveland teaching hospital is implementing a real-time locating system using both active Wi-Fi-based tags and passive RFID tags to track and find assets.
RFID News Roundup
Avery Dennison, imobile each offer a DOD-compliance solution; Industrial Portals introduces versatile portal structure; tamper-evident inlay design ensures authenticity; Lowry offering RFID training; SAP certified Printronix Forms Module.
RFID Deployed for Colombian Logistics Firm
Savi Technology yesterday announced the deployment of an active RFID solution for Emprevi, a Colombian logistics and security firm. The deployment is aimed at providing enhanced visibility and security for cargo as it moves throughout points in Colombia.
SureID Uses RFID to Cut Prescription Errors
The company’s PharmaSure application, being tested by three U.S. pharmacies, is designed to make drug dispensing more efficient and less subject to shrinkage.
Research Initiatives Emerge From Academic Convocation
Nine new RFID research projects are being launched as a result of discussions at the second Academic Convocation, held in conjunction with RFID Journal LIVE! 2006.
New Temperature-Sensing Tag for Food Shipments
A U.K. startup has developed a new active RFID tag to monitor the internal temperature of trucks and truck trailers used for food distribution and storage.
Law Firm Launches RFID Blog
The site is aimed at providing policy makers, technologists and end users with information and commentary on RFID and legal issues.
Cardinal Health’s RFID Adoption Expands
Cardinal Health, the $75 billion medical distributor and supplier, yesterday announced that it is moving into the next phase of its end-to-end RFID pilot. It will now begin tagging pharmaceuticals at the item, case, and pallet levels.