RFID & Barcode

RFID Enables Manufacturer to Manage Painting Process of Its Products

November 17, 2015

Rittal, a manufacturer of enclosures for servers and other IT equipment, as well as climate-control and power-distribution systems, is employing radio frequency identification technology to manage the movements of its products through the painting process at its Rittershausen assembly plant.

Businesses, Including Trucking Companies, Urged to Increase Cyber-security

November 17, 2015

Fleet Owner

The rapid evolution and growth of internet-connected "smart" devices and systems - from phones and tablets to commercial truck telematics networks - is exposing businesses and consumers alike to a higher risk of cyber-attack, one that small businesses may not prepared to meet, according to a new survey.

Sales on the Run: Retailers Must Cash in on Mobile Commerce

November 17, 2015

Apparel

For the retail industry, mobile has become a major aspect of the brand and commerce experience.

Robot Walks Grocery Aisles, Keeping Tabs on Restocking Needs

November 17, 2015

CIO

An autonomous robot was unveiled recently that can make sure that when you're hankering for Doritos, there's a bag waiting for you at the market.

Internet of Things to See 30 Percent Increase in Connected Devices in 2016, Study Finds

November 13, 2015

Computerworld

If you think the internet's busy now, just wait until next year. Gartner estimates there will be 6.4 billion connected devices in 2016, up 30 percent from this year.

Four Ways a WMS Can Help SMBs Turn Distribution Into a Core Competency

November 12, 2015

Brian Lindenmeyer, Principle Solutions Consultant, IBS

Automation is the buzzword of the moment when it comes to distribution. But many small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) feel that automation is cost prohibitive - that it's something for the big guys. An investment in automation, however, doesn't have to be an all or nothing proposition.

Advanced Technologies Revolutionizing Warehouse Operations

November 10, 2015

Logistics Viewpoints

Warehouses and distribution centers are undergoing a quiet revolution in the adoption of advanced technologies. The warehouse is on the trajectory to implement many of the capabilities sought in the vision of the Industrial Internet of Things.

Hospital System Finds RFID Useful in Tracking Medical Supplies

November 5, 2015

RFID Journal

BJC HealthCare, which operates 12 hospitals in Illinois and Missouri, is in a multi-year process of deploying radio frequency identification technology to track and manage the thousands of medical supplies it uses.

Cylinder Manufacturer Says RFID Helps Control Parts' Maintenance

November 2, 2015

RFID Journal

Milwaukee Cylinder, a manufacturer of hydraulic and pneumatic tie rod cylinders, has begun selling a radio frequency identification function for its products to help users manage each cylinder's maintenance schedule.

As Dependence on Electronics Grows, Market for Wireless Power Expected to Surge

October 30, 2015

Navigant Research

Global wireless power revenue is expected to grow from $1.3bn in 2015 to $17.9bn in 2024, according to a report from Navigant Research.

RFID & Barcode

The latest news and analysis on RFID, barcode, mobility and voice solutions for warehousing and distribution. Today’s companies are moving goods across more suppliers, vendors and customers than ever before, and warehouses are critical points in the overall supply chain. New technologies in order fulfillment are transforming the way warehouses and distribution centers operate — allowing corporations to stay ahead of competition in their industries. As these solutions continue to evolve, businesses are discovering new ways to increase efficiency and cut costs. Learn how companies around the world are improving supply-chain operations through their strategic use of RFID, barcode, mobility and voice solutions in the warehouse.