RFID ( Dedicated Short Range Communication, DSRC, R F I D, Radio Frequency Identification, and RFID Systems) Definition

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ALSO CALLED: Dedicated Short Range Communication, DSRC, R F I D, Radio Frequency Identification, and RFID Systems
DEFINITION: RFID (radio frequency identification) is a technology that incorporates the use of electromagnetic or electrostatic coupling in the radio frequency (RF) portion of the electromagnetic spectrum to uniquely identify an object, animal, or person. RFID is coming into increasing use in industry as an alternative to the bar code. The advantage of RFID is that it does …
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Recent Vendor Reports on RFID
Do You Know Where Your Assets Are? Maximizing ROI with RFID Asset Management sponsored by Intermec WHITE PAPER: Posted: 19 Mar 2008 \| Published: 01 Dec 2007 SUMMARY: This white paper will examine asset tracking with RFID technology by providing a brief overview of technologies available and an explanation of how passive UHF RFID can be used for asset tracking. TOPICS: Asset Management \| Manufacturing \| RFID \| ROI \| Warehouses

Microsoft Dynamics AX Manufacturing Brochure sponsored by Sunrise Technologies BROCHURE: Posted: 19 Mar 2008 \| Published: 01 Jan 2006 SUMMARY: An end-to-end business management solution, Microsoft Dynamics AX can provide robust features and functionality to companies focused on manufacturing and supply chain management. TOPICS: Business Management \| EDI \| Manufacturing \| Manufacturing Execution Systems \| RFID \| Supply Chain Management

Eliminate Errors and Achieve ROI by Automating Time and Attendance Software sponsored by Acumen Data Systems WHITE PAPER: Posted: 11 Mar 2008 \| Published: 11 Mar 2008 SUMMARY: Automation is one of the key features to realizing the return on investment with time and attendance, reduces repetitive manual tasks found in manual payroll systems time card collection corrections & calculations usually by the payroll manager. TOPICS: Business Process Automation \| Cost Benefit Analysis \| Data Collection \| Payroll Services \| Payroll Software \| Productivity \| RFID \| ROI \| Time and Attendance Software

Consumer Electronics Storage Manufacturer sponsored by Modus Link CASE STUDY: Posted: 27 Feb 2008 \| Published: 27 Feb 2008 SUMMARY: The case study details the benefits received by a leading manufacturer of consumer electronics storage products when they turned to ModusLink to improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of their fragmented, global supply chain. TOPICS: Consumer Electronics Market \| Customer Satisfaction \| Customer Service \| Inventory Management \| RFID

Top Public Sector Innovators - Changing the World through Government, Education and Healthcare and Life Sciences sponsored by IBM Line of Business PRODUCT LITERATURE: Posted: 27 Feb 2008 \| Published: 01 Dec 2006 SUMMARY: This paper addresses new market forces that are compelling them to consider a range of alternatives, including outsourcing and offshore opportunities. TOPICS: Collaboration \| eGovernment \| Government Departments \| Public Sector \| RFID

Strategies for Profitable Growth - Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing sponsored by SAP America Inc WHITE PAPER: Posted: 21 Feb 2008 \| Published: 01 Jan 2005 SUMMARY: Examine the comprehensive strategies, solutions, and best practices for the aerospace and defense (A&D) manufacturing industry based on technical and business expertise. Learn best practices and strategies for profitable growth in the A... TOPICS: Manufacturing Industry \| MRO \| Radio Frequency Identification \| RFID \| Supply Chain Management

Survey Findings: Emerging Technologies in the Enterprise sponsored by AT&T Corp WHITE PAPER: Posted: 08 Nov 2007 \| Published: 08 Nov 2007 SUMMARY: Faced with management complexities, rising costs and fierce competition, more enterprises are relying on emerging technologies... TOPICS: Broadband Wireless Networks \| Corporations \| Enterprise \| Enterprise Computing \| RFID \| ROI \| TCO \| Wi-Fi \| WiMAX

ABCs of RFID: Understanding and Using Radio Frequency Identification sponsored by Intermec WHITE PAPER: Posted: 09 Mar 2007 \| Published: 01 Jan 2006 SUMMARY: Misconceptions about RFID, one of the fastest growing technologies in businesses today, can discourage organizations from taking advantage of it. Read this white paper to find out the truth behind RFID and how to benefit. TOPICS: Consumer Packaged Goods Industry \| Data Synchronization \| Electronic Product Codes \| Inventory Management \| Order Management Systems \| Regulatory Compliance \| Retail Trade Industry \| RFID \| Supply Chain Integration \| Supply Chain Management

Radio Frequency sponsored by CC&M, Inc. PRODUCT LITERATURE: Posted: 02 Aug 2004 \| Published: 30 Jul 2004 SUMMARY:Trusted Space supports Alternate ID types which can be used for additional security and convenience in the authentication process. One type of Alternate ID is RFID (Radio Frequency ID). TOPICS: RFID

Trusted Space sponsored by CC&M, Inc. BROCHURE: Posted: 02 Aug 2004 \| Published: 30 Jul 2004 SUMMARY:Trusted Space® enables a multi-user environment on every workstation. Your patient's information is hidden, while still allowing other authorized healthcare professionals to access data. TOPICS: Biometrics \| Fingerprinting \| Healthcare Industry \| RFID \| SSO

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RFID DEFINITION (continued): … not require direct contact or line-of-sight scanning. An RFID system consists of three components: an antenna and transceiver (often combined into one reader) and a transponder (the tag). The antenna uses radio frequency waves to transmit a signal that activates the transponder. When activated, the tag transmits data back to the antenna. The data is used to notify a programmable logic controller that an action should occur. The action could be as simple as raising an access gate or as complicated as interfacing with a database to carry out a monetary transaction. …
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