The Value of RFID

The Value of RFID
Author: Alp Ustundag
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 173
Release: 2012-08-12
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1447143450

RFID technology presents a great potential for creating competitive advantage. By automating and simplifying data collection, it lets users more accurately track assets and monitor key indicators, which in turn gives greater visibility to the operations. However, the benefits received from this technology will be determined by how well it is integrated with the business processes and overall information flow. Because of the fact that the decision to deploy RFID technology in an enterprise is a business decision instead of a technology decision, cost-benefit analysis is a key component of this decision. If an RFID deployment cannot be justified in terms of its economic value to the company, it is not likely to help the company; and consequently, it is not likely to remain a viable deployment over the long term. The Value of RFID describes the business value of RFID and explains the costs and benefits of this technology comprehensively. Different investment evaluation models are proposed to use in various application areas. Techniques to guide the selection of appropriate implementation levels and to handle uncertainty and risk in RFID are explained. Written for researchers, undergraduate and graduate students, and lecturers working in the field of RFID and supply chain management, readers will learn evaluation practices for RFID investment for different application areas. The book also guides managers in making to accurate decisions on RFID investment to maximize the return.

Global RFID

Global RFID
Author: Edmund W. Schuster
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 322
Release: 2007-01-25
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 354035655X

This book explores the essentials of RFID and the EPCglobal Network from the perspective of a practitioner that needs to make business decisions concerning the adoption of the technology. The perspective is from the supply chain management standpoint with emphasis on case studies and new thinking about the subject. The EPCglobal Network and RFID technology holds great promise for transforming business through the use of low-cost, radio frequency identification (RFID) tags to improve information flow and productivity.

Quantifying the Value of RFID and the EPCglobal Architecture Framework in Logistics

Quantifying the Value of RFID and the EPCglobal Architecture Framework in Logistics
Author: Dieter Uckelmann
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 166
Release: 2012-04-25
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 3642279910

The “EPCglobal Architecture Framework” is currently the most accepted technical approach to the Internet of Things and provides a solid foundation for building Business-to-Business information networks based on unique identifications of ‘things’. Lately, the vision of the Internet of Things has been extended to a more holistic approach that integrates sensors as well as actuators and includes non-business stakeholders. A detailed look at the current state of the art in research concerning cost and benefit estimations is provided and the limits of Cost Benefit Sharing for RFID-based IT-infrastructures are explained. In this work a market driven evaluation based on sales potential of information is developed. Simple technical means for aggregation of micro values to a billable amount are discussed. The requirements for electronic billing infrastructure are defined and a matching e-billing solutions for an evaluation scenario is presented, providing a technical infrastructure to evaluate and bill product-related information in a future Internet of Things, based on an extended EPCglobal Architecture. Further opportunities and threats are discussed to provide an overview of its future potential. As a result it will contribute to the sustainable success of the Internet of Things itself.

Advanced RFID Systems, Security, and Applications

Advanced RFID Systems, Security, and Applications
Author: Karmakar, Nemai Chandra
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 412
Release: 2012-09-30
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1466620811

As modern technologies continue to transform and impact our society, Radio Frequency Identification has emerged as one of the top areas of study to do just that. Using its wireless data capturing technique and incredible capabilities such as automatic identification, tracking, handling large amounts of data, and flexibility in operation, RFID aims to revamp the new millennium. Advanced RFID Systems, Security, and Applications features a comprehensive collection of research provided by leading experts in both academia and industries. This leading reference source provides state-of-the- art development on RFID and its contents will be of the upmost use to students and researchers at all levels as well as technologists, planners, and policy makers. RFID technology is progressing into a new phase of development.

RFID and Beyond

RFID and Beyond
Author: Claus Heinrich
Publisher: Wiley
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2005-03-18
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 9780764583353

* RFID is a groundbreaking technology that will serve as a replacement for UPC codes and has already been adopted by both Wal-Mart and Target, with the U.S. Department of Defense-the largest consumer of goods in the world-expected to follow suit * Leading business and technology experts offer contributions, business scenarios, and insights on the value of RFID for both companies and the end consumer * Contains helpful information for individuals in the industry who are struggling to solve the technical, organizational, and strategic problems involved in implementation * Includes in-depth coverage on how to avoid mistakes and succeed with RFID, as well as a look at the value of RFID for both companies and end consumers

Fashion Supply Chain Management Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technologies

Fashion Supply Chain Management Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technologies
Author: Calvin Wong
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 259
Release: 2014-02-16
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 085709811X

Fashion Supply Chain Management Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technologies looks at the application of RFID technologies in such areas as order allocation, garment manufacturing, product tracking, distribution and retail. As supply chains in the textiles and fashion industry become ever more complex and global, and as the shift to mass customization puts more pressure on a rapid and flexible response to customer needs, monitoring and improving supply chain efficiency in the industry becomes crucial. Radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies offer a unique opportunity to achieve these goals. This book reviews the role of RFID technologies in the textiles and fashion supply chain to improve distribution, process management and product tracking, garment manufacturing, and assembly line operations. It also explores how RFID technologies can improve order allocation in the supply chain, and how these technologies can also be used for intelligent apparel product cross-selling. Its chapters also discuss measuring the impact of RFID technologies in improving the efficiency of the textile supply chain, and modeling the effectiveness of RFID technologies in improving sales performance in fashion retail outlets. Fashion Supply Chain Management Using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Technologies is a comprehensive resource for academic researchers, industry managers, and professionals within the fashion industry. - Looks at the application of RFID technologies in order allocation, garment manufacturing, product tracking, distribution, and retail - Reviews RFID technologies in the textiles and fashion supply chain for improving distribution, process management and product tracking, garment manufacturing, and assembly line operations - Focuses on measuring the impact of RFID technologies on efficiency, and modeling the effectiveness of RFID technologies in improving retail outlet sales

RFID

RFID
Author: V. Daniel Hunt
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2007-04-13
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0470112247

This book provides an introduction to RFID technology. It describes and addresses the following: How RFID works, how it is and can be used in current and future applications. The History of RFID technology, the current state of practice and where RFID is expected to be taken in the future. The role of middleware software to route data between the RFID network and the information technology systems within an organization. Commercial and government use of RFID technology with an emphasis on a wide range of applications including retail and consumer packaging, transportation and distribution of products, industrial and manufacturing operations, security and access control. Industry standards and the regulatory compliance environment and finally, the privacy issues faced by the public and industry regarding the deployment of RFID technology.

RFID in the Supply Chain

RFID in the Supply Chain
Author: Pedro M. Reyes
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 175
Release: 2011-01-05
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 0071634983

A PRACTICAL GUIDE TO IMPROVING SUPPLY CHAIN OPERATIONS WITH RFID Written by the Director of the Center for Excellence in Supply Chain Management at Baylor University, RFID in the Supply Chain offers expert insight to help you decide whether, when, and how to use RFID technology to improve supply chain management processes. This informative volume provides a technological overview of RFID and explains the three architecture layers of the Electronic Product Code (EPC) global standards: identify, capture, and exchange. Building consensus for RFID adoption as well as security and privacy concerns are discussed. Real-world case studies illustrate the broad range of RFID applications across industries. A summary of RFID benefits and a look ahead at future implementations conclude this detailed resource. Coverage includes: Technical overview of RFID technology basics and systems components Advantages and limitations of RFID EPC global industry standards Operational, technical, and financial challenges in designing RFID applications RFID security and privacy concerns and solutions Business analytics and building the business case for RFID implementation Improved supply chain visibility Improved asset visibility and capital goods tracking Work-in-progress tracking--managing internal supply chains Library management systems Returnable asset tracking Features 32 case studies of successful RFID implementation at: Gillette * Charles Vogele Group * Intermountain Healthcare * Walter Reed Army Medical Center * AeroScout * Erlangen University Hospital (Germany) * Royal Phillips Electronics * Pro-X Pharmaceuticals * Endware Defense Systems * National Library Board Singapore * Belgian University Library * Rewe Group * and many others

RFID in Libraries

RFID in Libraries
Author: Lori Bowen Ayre
Publisher: American Library Association
Total Pages: 38
Release: 2012
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 0838958605

"Expert guides to library systems and services."

RFID Strategic Implementation and ROI

RFID Strategic Implementation and ROI
Author: Charles C. Poirier
Publisher: J. Ross Publishing
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2006-03-15
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9781932159479

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is an emerging technology in business. But is it a temporary fad or an unstoppable business improvement process? This book looks at this issue and suggests the need to better understand what RFID is all about.