Wal-Mart CIO Still ‘Bullish’ on RFID
During a panel discussion at NRF’s conference this week, Wal-Mart’s Rollin Ford reported that the company is still exploring ways to use the technology to improve its operations.
Can RFID Improve Document Management?
I would like to build a simple RFID system to record the in and out flow of files from a room. I would also like to record which individuals remove or return a file, as well as the date and time. What would you recommend? —Name withheld ——— In general,...Where Can I Find RFID Interrogator Pricing Info?
Which company manufactures and sells the least expensive stationary passive RFID reader that is good-quality and offers a read range of at least 10 feet? —Name withheld ——— Vendors are extremely reluctant to publish pricing, claiming it depends on volume,...American Apparel Adds RFID to Two More Stores, Switches RFID Software RFID_Software
The clothing company has installed Xterprise’s RFID software in 10 stores, and is now eyeing incremental installations in some of its other 280 outlets.
Uptown Cycles Uses EPC Gen 2 Solution to Accelerate Sales
An RFID-enabled checkout kiosk and security gate enables the specialty bicycle store to focus staff time on customers who require assistance, while improving inventory and deterring theft.
RFID Journal to Feature ‘Selling RFID to Big Companies’ Workshop
Best-selling author and renowned sales trainer Jill Konrath will offer a three-hour workshop for marketing and sales executives at RFID Journal LIVE! 2010.
RFID’s Future Looks Bright for Indian Jewelers
The technology has matured, and can now provide a strong ROI—once the industry overcomes its fear of change.
The Decade Ahead
Here are my predictions for how RFID will be adopted over the next 10 years.
What Is Line of Sight?
Please explain what is meant by the term “line-of-sight reading.” —Name withheld ——— The term “line of sight” is used to refer to auto-ID technologies that require a reading device in order to “see” a data carrier—that is, for there...Study Finds RFID Readers May Affect Pacemakers, But Pose No Urgent Risk
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in collaboration with major implantable pacemaker and ICD manufacturers, demonstrated the effects of RF emissions from RFID readers on implantable cardiac devices.