RTLS Comparison: 802.11 vs. Time of Arrival (TOA)

Subject Matter Expert Rod Saunders talks about his experiences implementing 802.11 Wi-Fi and Time of Arrival (TOA) based real time location systems, including:

installation time
system accuracy
system accuracy
tag battery life and
total cost of ownership.

A must watch video for anyone considering implementing an RTLS. Watch the video: RTLS Comparision: 802.11 vs. Time of Arrival (TOA).

RFID Network Launches TV Series

Last Updated on Wednesday, 02 May 2012 15:41

We're now on 21 U.S. cable channels!

MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA, -- The RFID Network is pleased to announce a new TV series focused on how Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology is transforming our world. The RFID Network, a 30-minute educational television program, examines the exponentially expanding "Internet-of-Things", which refers to linking objects installed with RFID via the Internet, and features high-tech solutions filmed at locations all over the globe. The episodes scheduled for broadcast include: Covert Operations, Improving Food Safety, and Securing Sea Ports, with more shows in development.

The RFID Network TV show is on cable channels across the United States and reaches MILLIONS of viewers while the RFID.net website averages over 100,000 views per month.

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What Are The FASTEST Growing Applications for RFID?

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While nearly every RFID application area grew in 2011, of the fastest growing primary applications for RFID in 2011 there are four that stand out, according to VDC Research.

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The Kobe Beef Scam: Why We Need Food Traceability

Last Updated on Wednesday, 02 May 2012 15:48 Written by Nigel Harbott

Introduction by Louis Sirico

The Kobe Beef Scam: Why We Need Food Traceability In Episode 4 of RFID Network TV Series, we reported that NO safeguards have been put in place in the U.S. since the 2004 outbreak of Mad Cow disease. The United States still DOES NOT have livestock traceability and American's have no idea where the meat we eat comes from. This is the current episode airing on 20 cable channels throughout the U.S.

Just over a week ago, Food writer Larry Olmsted of Forbes.com reported that what we've thought was Kobe beef was most likely U.S.-raised beef.

The reality is the restaurant that served you probably doesn’t know where the meat came from either. Unless the meat comes directly from a ranch, there is no way to know where it comes from.

Not knowing where your beef is coming from is only part of the story. There is also no way for you to know for certain that the temperature has been maintained at a safe level during transport. We uncovered this fact in Episode 3 - RFID Food Tracking Improves Food Safety & Food Quality. That’s doesn’t apply to just meat, it applies to produce as well.

Our in-the-field reporter, Nigel Harbott, has un-covered more on the Kobe Beef story and food safety.

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National Healthcare DOES NOT Require RFID Chips

Written by Nigel Harbott

National Healthcare DOES NOT Require RFID Chips The internet is rife with rumors that President Obama’s Health Care Bill (HR 3200 Sec 2521) means American citizens will be required to have RFID microchips implanted on their person. This would give Government information on your medical history, personal information, the ability to track your movements, and yes even your bank account information. Judging by the quantity of articles to read, someone likes the story. Is it possible there is an election looming?

RFID Network Partners with GS1 US for 2012 GS1 Connect

Thursday, 29 March 2012 07:02

The RFID Network announced today a media partnership with GS1 US for the upcoming 2012 GS1 Connect Conference which will take place on June 4 through 7, 2012 at the Aria Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. The RFID Network will be filming on-location, conducting expert interviews and covering conference news.

Of special interest to the RFID Network audience is how companies like Macy's, Lord & Taylor, PVH Corporation and The Jones Group are achieving true source-to-store inventory visibility with EPC-enabled RFID - all while leveraging their existing investments in barcodes and EDI. Among the sessions in the Apparel/General Merchandise/Hardlines Track, attendees will learn how standards-based item level tagging is transforming the retail apparel supply chain, and is taking product identification, tracking, inventory accuracy and brand protection to a whole new level. The speaker roster to-date includes an impressive lineup of presenters from leading retailers and brands - as well as researchers from the University of Arkansas researchers who will discuss new research on how item-level RFID tagging is translating into tangible business benefits for retailers, suppliers, and other stakeholders, including more accurate inventory management, improved customer satisfaction, and better security and coordination throughout the supply chain.

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UConnect 2011 Video Interviews & Demonstrations

Last Updated on Thursday, 14 July 2011 13:36

The RFID Network covered U Connect LIVE 2011 where the central theme was visibility. Host Louis Sirico had the chance to participate in the GS1 Standards in Action demonstration and was able to talk to nine different exhibiting companies about the conference and the importance of GS1 standards. Watch the videos now on-demand.