RFID

Radio Frequency IDentification

RFID involves the use of tags that can transmit and receive data over radio frequencies. It enables data exchange between reading devices and items carrying such RFID tags. The vision behind the advances in this technology is to uniquely identify everything on the planet. Its growth driver is to achieve supply chain excellence through global visibility; the ideal scenario is to have the right materials, in the right condition, at the right place, at the right time.

As obstacles to RFID are gradually overcome, Zetes’ extensive experience in supply chain deployments position the Group ideally to draw on the opportunities of the emerging global supply chain RFID market. As a value added provider of Auto-ID solutions and services, the company is well positioned to provide end-users with RFID systems and competences. This will help customers to make the correct decisions about how to deploy and integrate RFID solutions, in order to maximise operational efficiency and achieve the required return on investment (ROI).

The most important applications for RFID in Goods ID include applications in the retail and manufacturing sectors. Zetes’ primary interest lies with RFID applications that improve supply chain management such as:

• Inventory management
• Out of stocks
• Warehouse management
• Theft prevention
• Track and trace
• Transportation and logistics
• Asset tracking
• Demand planning
• Order fulfilment

Zetes also sees opportunities for RFID in People ID applications including:

• Government e-passports
• Public transportation projects based on RFID cards
• Employee badges, student ID cards

As the RFID market is still evolving in terms of standardisation, technology providers and product development and market interest, an up-to-date technical survey is essential. The choice of the RFID technology will depend on the process requirements.