Slowing Sales Bring Change to RFID Smart Label Suppliers

Weaker-than-expected demand for RFID smart labels is causing changes in the supplier community, with Zebra Technologies exiting the market and Alien Technology scaling back. This article examines the implications of these and other developments.

What Software Is Required for an RFID Deployment?

What type of software or middleware does our company need to install on our servers as part of an RFID system? —Taha, Libya ——— Dear Taha, There are many different middleware products on the market that can take data from a network of readers, filter it and direct it...

Auto Deal an Example for Pharma

The automotive industry’s decision to accept higher fuel economy standards in order to avoid dealing with 50 state requirements might be a good model for pharmaceutical companies looking to avoid having to comply with 50 state laws mandating drug pedigrees.

Can RFID Authenticate University Certificates?

Is it possible to employ radio frequency identification to authenticate certificates from colleges and universities—and if so, how? —Name withheld ——— In a word: yes. An RFID transponder can be affixed to a university certificate with a label. Alternatively, a tiny...
RFID Raises Profits at Plant Nursery

RFID Raises Profits at Plant Nursery

After developing and deploying an RFID system to track trays of seedlings at its own greenhouse, Knox Nursery plans to market the solution to other plant growers as well.

Are Any U.K.-based Research Centers Developing RFID?

Are there any centers of research excellence in the United Kingdom that are involved in the development of RFID technologies? —Name withheld ——— Yes, there is the RFID Center in Camberley, located southwest of London—for more information, click here. —Mark Roberti,...

RFID News Roundup

ODIN Technologies launches free tag-pricing guide; Savi Technology, AeroScout settle lawsuit; CAEN RFID announces Bluetooth-enabled UHF reader; RFID Global Solution, Ubisense partner on RTLS for defense, aerospace; Brooks Automation unveils RFID reader for tracking solar cell production; IDTronic announces mobile RFID interrogator for UHF; VingCard intros electronic locking system that uses Bluetooth.