With RFID, users don’t need to scan each product individually; they can perform bulk scans from a distance without direct line of sight or close proximity to the items. RFID tags have an integrated circuit and antenna, allowing them to store more data than barcodes and convert it into radio waves, which are then transmitted to the RFID reader. The host system receives this data in a manageable format and stores it in a database for analysis.

Before implementing an RFID solution, the following are carefully considered:
Selection of the appropriate tags based on your needs (size, material, durability, product placement)
Determination of the read range and installation of readers/antennas at key locations, e.g. entry and exit gates.
Design of the data flow in your WMS/ERP system so that data is updated automatically.

RFID can be used wherever automatic identification and traceability are required without line of sight, making it suitable for many different sectors. Typical examples include airports for baggage security, libraries for book lending, and hospitals for tracking equipment and consumables. It is also successfully applied in universities and businesses for access control to facilities, and of course, in municipalities for managing waste bins or fleet vehicles.

With Mobile Technology’s RFID solutions, you can record inventory faster. This allows you to perform stock counts more frequently, with data sent in real time to your WMS/ERP. Simply scanning the RFID tags updates your central system with your inventory.