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What is RFiD? |
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RFiD is a
contact-less, non-line-of-sight
data capture technology that is
designed for automatic operation.
It is similar to bar coding, but
has many advantages over it. Bar
code systems use a reader and
coded labels that are attached
to items. Bar code uses visible
symbols and light to transfer
information from the label to
the reader. RFiD uses a reader
and an RFiD tag that is attached
to an item. It uses radio frequency
signals to send and receive information
from the RFiD device to the reader. |
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RFiD has advantages
not available with other identification
technologies |
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It can be supplied as read-only
or read/write |
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It
can be read or written to
repeatedly over the life
of the asset |
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It
does not require contact
or line-of-sight to operate |
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It
can function under a variety
of environmental conditions |
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It
provides a high level of
data integrity and accuracy |
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The
technology is difficult
to counterfeit, so RFiD
provides high security |
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Eliminates
double counting (not true
of bar codes) |
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Why RFiD? |
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More than
a great technology, RFiD is an
excellent business tool that helps
companies manage their supply
chains better, increase their
margins and profits, and decrease
costs. Businesses that have adopted
RFiD technology have: |
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Smoother-running business
environments – knowing
what is where |
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Increased
throughput and productivity |
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Reduced
costs, leading to more competitive
pricing |
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Shorter
order cycles and faster
shipping |
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Better
inventory management |
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Reduced
labor costs by reducing
the workforce needed for
tracking and inventory management |
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Increased
revenues/higher profits |
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Better
customer service |
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