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by Jeff Amerine, Contributing Editor, Will Hurst, Contributing Editor   | Abstract: | Because of compliance requirements, vendors have poured tremendous energy into creating epc standards, developing low-cost tags, and improving fixed portal readers. So far, RFID activity within the supply chain is comprised of "slap-and-ship" compliance. Beyond that, the focus is on small-scale pilot deployments that "kick the tires" while standards, software, and systems mature. |
But companies can achieve real business value while the technologies evolve by deploying cost-effective, flexible RFID solutions using robust mobile software architecture that supports handheld or forklift-based devices, multiple networks, and a variety of warehouse and transportation management back-end systems. Here are 10 tips for deploying RFID in a warehouse. 1. DETERMINE THE NEED FOR RFID. The key question to ask is: "Is RFID the right technology for the application(s)?" Review available options such as bar code, or a hybrid of RFID and bar code. Either may be a viable, first-step solution that leads to the transition. [Click to continue]
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