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PREMIUM CONTENT              NEWSLETTER ARCHIVES                  RFID IN RETAIL
May 15, 2014
Issue 06 14

Featured Article:
Retailers chase new use cases for RFID including
LP, self checkout and consumer engagement

Retailers are still embracing RFID for the improved inventory accuracy that the technology provides, but many first adopters are beginning to look beyond inventory use cases.

 

Strong evidence exists that retailers are examining loss prevention, consumer engagement and multichannel store checkout options in addition to inventory accuracy. Richard Jenkins, the head of RFID at UK-based Marks & Spencer, says that M&S is looking well beyond inventory management use cases.

 

And RFID guru Sanjay Sarma predicts that retailers are ready to make a strong move toward self-checkout. "Apple has already redefined retail, and the question is who will be next," he said. "We're going to start seeing more self checkout options soon. I am a big believer in that."

Fujitsu wins RFID integrated label project
from Airbus for major component tagging
The arrangement will enable Airbus and its parts suppliers to accurately trace a component from manufacture to maintenance, while enhancing supply chain transparency and visibility of aircraft parts.

MEPS Real-Time unveils smallest RFID tag
available for healthcare industry 
MEPS Real-Time Inc. introduced what it claims is the smallest RFID tag available for the healthcare market to power its Intelliguard Kit and Tray Management System.

Fujitsu UK & Ireland acquires GlobeRanger;
deals strengthens Fujitsu's global presence
By acquiring GlobeRanger, Fujitsu inherits a position in some of the largest RFID deployments in the world, including the U.S. Defense Logistics Agency and Flora Holland, both powered by GlobeRanger's iMotion software.

Georgia Tech researchers unveil RFID sensor solution
to deter terrorism by detecting harmful vapors

Scientists at Georgia Tech have developed a small electronic sensing device with RFID that could help New York City and other major cities to fight terrorism, while also finding use cases in healthcare, manufacturing and military applications


Impinj Design Lab will demonstrate 
the future of RFID and retail
When the facility opens in September, the Design Lab's star will be the Speedway xArray solution developed by Impinj, which will help to demonstrate cutting edge use cases for RFID in retail.

White paper: Five reasons why retailers 
are deploying RFID technology
Beyond the sales lift associated with improved inventory visibility, this white paper looks at how RFID can facilitate omnichannel fulfillment and four other key benefits.

EBook: RFID in Retail 2013
This 20-page E-Book summarizes the major RFID deployments and announcements that occurred in the retail space during 2013.
Major retailers included in the report include Adler, American Apparel, Borsheims, C&A, De Wolky Shop, Faconnable, Kohl's, Macy's, Mersmann, and the Store of the Future.


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ABOUT THE EDITOR: John R. Johnson is a veteran business and technology journalist with over 20 years of experience covering RFID technology, mobile and wireless, smart grid and supply chain topics. He is the former editor of RFIDWatch Weekly.
 
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