Supply Chain News

This section includes articles about how companies are using RFID to improve their supply chain operations and collaborate with supply chain partners.

Blockchain Solution Employs NFC for Supply Chain Accountability

ShipChain and GTX are partnering to offer a solution that captures supply chain data throughout perishable goods' journey from manufacturer to consumer, with a goal of boosting visibility and trust.

Tags: Manufacturing, Retail, Logistics, Supply Chain, Sensors, NFC, Visibility

• FDA RFID Drug Pilot Planned This Summer
• RFID Data Helps Power Schneider Electric's Smart Factory
• Traxens Helps to Facilitate Digital Transition of French Port
• NFC Tracks Passive Refrigeration for Low-Carbon-Footprint Deliveries
• Under Armour to Present at RFID Journal LIVE! Retail 2019
• RFID in Manufacturing: Virtual Event Presentations Now Available
• RFID News Roundup
• HP Integrating RFID and Smart Packaging
• Passive RFID Temperature-Sensing Kit Allows Testing

Supply Chain Case Studies

RFID Journal LIVE! Retail 2019 Report

RFID Journal recently held its conference and exhibition for the retail sector as part of Chicago's RetailX event. View the presentations from the conference.

Tags: Retail, Supply Chain, Innovation, Inventory / Warehouse Management, RFID Channel, RFID Journal Events, 2019

• RFID Journal LIVE! 2019 Report, Part 2
• RFID Delivers Visibility to U.K. Beer Containers
• Lockheed Solution Tracks Fighter Jet Parts Around the World
• RFID in Aerospace and Defense 2018 Report

Supply Chain Features

RFID to Cut Food Waste in the Supply Chain

Ocean Mist and Costco are among the companies using a battery-assisted passive RFID-based Internet of Things solution from Zest Labs to automatically collect the time and location of goods.

Tags: Retail, Supply Chain, Operations, Food/Agriculture, Internet of Things, Efficiency

• RFID Journal LIVE! Retail 2019 Report
• RFID in Manufacturing Virtual Event: Presentations Now Available
• RFID Journal LIVE! 2019 Report, Part 2
• RFID in Aerospace and Defense 2018 Report

Supply Chain Editor's Notes

Achieving Transformational Benefits With RFID

Companies need to think about radio frequency identification as more than just a technology for tracking lost tools or parts bins.

Tags: Supply Chain, IT/Infrastructure, Asset Tracking, Operations, Inventory / Warehouse Management

• Observations from NRF's Big Show 2019, Part I
• The State of Omnichannel Retailing
• The Cost of a Recall
• Change Is Hard

Supply Chain Expert Views

Optimizing Low-code to Drive Intelligent Automation in the Supply Chain

Businesses are assessing how to automate their current processes and incorporate a digital transformation strategy that will evolve their business models and create new revenue streams.

Tags: Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Automation

• Diversion Detection and Prevention in Hospitals
• Logistics, U.K. Trade and the Super 5G Network
• The Convergence of Technologies in Warehouse and Inventory Management
• Through the Trough of Disillusionment

Supply Chain Best Practices

RFID Journal LIVE! Retail 2019 Report

RFID Journal recently held its conference and exhibition for the retail sector as part of Chicago's RetailX event. View the presentations from the conference.

Tags: Retail, Supply Chain, Innovation, Inventory / Warehouse Management, RFID Channel, RFID Journal Events, 2019

• RFID in Manufacturing Virtual Event: Presentations Now Available
• RFID Journal LIVE! 2019 Report, Part 2
• RFID in Aerospace and Defense 2018 Report
• RFID Journal LIVE! Europe 2018 Report

Supply Chain How To Articles

RFID Journal LIVE! Retail 2019 Report

RFID Journal recently held its conference and exhibition for the retail sector as part of Chicago's RetailX event. View the presentations from the conference.

Tags: Retail, Supply Chain, Innovation, Inventory / Warehouse Management, RFID Channel, RFID Journal Events, 2019

• RFID Journal LIVE! 2019 Report, Part 2
• RFID in Aerospace and Defense 2018 Report
• How to Create a Patient-Centric Supply Chain: A Simple Guide for Hospitals
• RFID Journal LIVE! Europe 2018 Report

Supply Chain Videos

• Award Finalists Session: Best Logistics/Supply Chain Implementation - HP

  This award will be given to the end-user company that has demonstrated the best use of RFID technology to improve its logistics or supply chain operations. The three finalists, selected by an ind...

  Tags: 2019, Event Presentation, LIVE, Logistics, RFID Journal Awards, Supply Chain
• Enhancing Security of Concealed Biological Specimens With RFID

  Enhancing the security of biological select agents and toxins (BSAT) is a key factor in maintaining a regulatory-compliant select agent program. Currently, there is no technology that can immedia...

  Tags: 2019, Event Presentation, LIVE, Logistics, Supply Chain

Supply Chain White Papers

• Randa Improves Fulfillment Speed With VSS Supply Chain Consulting and MarkMagic Barcode Labeling Software
  Published November 2018
  The retail market is changing at a rapid pace, driven by a constant desire to meet and exceed customer expectations. A quick, responsive supply chain is vital to succeed in the retail space. To stay ahead of the curve, Randa worked with VSS to plan and deploy several technology and operational improvements that helped to speed up fulfillment, as well as improve packing and shipping capability. (2 pages)
  Tags: Labeling, Retail, Supply Chain
• The EPC Mandate ROI Guide
  Published August 2018
  CYBRA has published this e-book, written by Sheldon R. Reich, to help retail manufacturers and distributors understand the intricacies of RFID implementation and EPC mandates, as well as how to benefit from such mandates. Aspects highlighted include how RFID can benefit retail brand owners, how to move an RFID pilot to production and the five-step plan for RFID deployment success. (10 pages)
  Tags: Manufacturing, Retail, Supply Chain, Inventory / Warehouse Management, EPC Technology