Identification and Tracking

The Supply Chain of Sitcoms—Enhanced with Radio Frequency ...

by Laura Faught ... And, since my latest research project is centered around the impact that radio frequency identification (RFID) technology can have upon the customer experience ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/SCM/2006/02/research_notes/TU_SC_XLF_02_23_06_1.asp - 12k - 2006-02-23 Summary: Imagine what sitcoms like Cheers, Laverne and Shirley, and Green Acres would look like if they were radio frequency identification (RFID) enhanced. Then picture the impact that RFID technology can have on the customer experience in your own enterprise.

Are You Tuned into Radio Frequency Identification?

by Dylan Persaud ... Passive read only, Simplest approach, Identification only, no tracking updates, Case and pallet applications—approved for use with Wal-Mart. Table 1. Tag types. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/RFID/2007/11/research_notes/TU_RF_DP_11_28_07_1.asp - 19k - 2007-11-28 Summary: This article examines the organizational fit of radio frequency identification (RFID) and its technology’s basic mechanics. Its prohibitive costs often account for the decision to not implement RFID. Yet some factors influencing adoption may shed new light on why RFID is important.

As Hype Becomes Reality, a Radio Frequency Identification ...

by Michael Bittner ... read-write tags and associated hardware to support applications such as materials management, yard management, rail car identification, and container tracking. ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/SCM/2006/01/research_notes/MI_SC_MB_01_25_06_1.asp - 20k - 2006-01-25 Summary: We may soon find radio frequency identification (RFID) tags routinely associated with common products. However, in order for RFID to achieve its full potential, the gap between the vision of RFID and the current realities of RFID must be closed.

A How-to Guide for a Radio Frequency Identification Site Survey

by Dylan Persaud ... TU_SC_DP_06_15_07_1.asp" target="_blank">Are You Tuned into Radio Frequency Identification?. ... This connection allows the tracking to be traced over a period of ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/SCM/2007/09/research_notes/TU_SC_DP_09_07_07_1.asp - 20k - 2007-09-07 Summary: As organizations prepare for a radio frequency identification (RFID) implementation, they often don't understand the preliminary work necessary to begin the project. The importance of a site survey can influence the success or failure of an RFID project.

Drug Pedigree Guidelines and How Software Can Help

by Joseph J. Strub and Ashish Labh ... FDA) has issued guidelines covering "cradle-to-grave" tracking requirements that ... clusters as the brand name and product identification (ID); manufacturing ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Services/2008/07/research_notes/TU_SC_ER_XJS_07_11_08_1.asp - 15k - 2008-07-11 Summary: Drug manufacturers and retailers are tightening their data collection and reporting processes to meet new US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) guidelines. But which software offerings are best placed to help drug manufacturers comply with the new guidelines?

When will RFID Hit Main Street?

by Ann Grackin ... serve. AIAG Automotive Industry Action Group: Trace and track for tires—"AIAG B-4 Parts Identification and Tracking" guidelines. Of ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/Scm/2005/06/research_notes/TN_SC_XAN_06_28_05_1.asp - 17k - 2005-06-28 Summary: The desire for improved visibility, tracking, etc. stands out as a critical issue to global firms. Most firms don't know how to get started. But as the cultural knowledge begins to spread, training comes on-line, and success stories start to get out.

TEC: Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Evaluation Center

... What Is Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ? Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems are used in situations that require the tracking of unique items. ... http://rfid.technologyevaluation.com/ - 45k - 2009-08-31

RFID Implementation: Moving Forward through the Four Phases

by Dylan Persaud ... _blank">A How-to Guide for a Radio Frequency Identification Site Survey. ... system administration overhead in terms of data management, hardware tracking, use of ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/RFID/2007/09/research_notes/TU_SC_DP_09_17_07_1.asp - 19k - 2007-09-17 Summary: Implementation of a radio frequency identification system is best approached in four phases to ensure its success. Discussed here are the second and third phases, which deal with testing and validation, and the importance of setting up a pilot implementation.

At Last—A Complete (and Successful) RFID Implementation

by Dylan Persaud ... LF), 100–500 kHZ, up to 20 in (50.8 cm), Access control, animal identification, and vehicle key ... microwave, 2.45 GHZ, 3–10 ft (up to 3 m), Item tracking and toll ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/RFID/2007/09/research_notes/TU_SC_DP_09_21_07_1.asp - 27k - 2007-09-21 Summary: A radio frequency identification implementation is a major undertaking for any organization—a project with ample risk of failure. This entire series is a step-by-step guide to the process, with this final part including a comprehensive glossary of key terms for better understanding.

The Sweet Spot of One Merging ERP Vendor

by P.J. Jakovljevic ... to scan those shipments with a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader ... the enterprise permits the ability to achieve the required tracking results without ... http:/.../Research/ResearchHighlights/ERP/2007/12/news_analysis/NA_ER_PJ_12_03_07_1.asp - 20k - 2007-12-03 Summary: CMS Software (now known as Solarsoft Business Systems) may not be a huge global player, but its enterprise resource planning solutions address a wide spectrum of supply chain management requirements, including customizable electronic data interchange functions, warehousing, distribution, and traceability