In recent years, passive UHF RFID has experienced high volumes and strong growth for the first time. Here we present a summary of our UHF market report, as well as discussion on possible impacts for HF and NFC markets.
RFID Spotlight
RFID articles we want to highlight
Passive UHF RFID Market 2015–2018
UHF RFID technology is experiencing relatively steady adoption at high volumes and healthy grow rates for the first time, founded on stable technology, reduced pricing, and a maturing ecosystem. This in-depth market report provides an overview of the UHF RFID Market, tag market size and growth projections, Reader market overview and innovations, and the impact of the cloud, software, and the Internet of Things on the RFID Market.
RFID Needs – and Can Get – Consumers on Board
RFID Sourcing tagging to monitor your supply chain to monitoring your running progress.
Retailers Continue Moves Into RFID
RFID demonstrates use cases beyond–and within–the store.
Understanding Real-World ROI for RFID in Retail
RFID-enabled retail technology is rapidly gaining momentum in the retail market. There are now many proof points that retailers can realize significant improvements in inventory accuracy for selected categories, with apparel leading the way. But how can you know if your retail category is a good candidate for RFID? In this paper we break down the question by examining the mechanisms that create benefits, the criteria that make categories suitable and examples of results from the field.
RFID Software Solutions are Evolving Rapidly
Under the influence of development in the Internet of Things, cloud computing and data analytics, the way RFID value is delivered is evolving rapidly.
Level the RFID Adoption Playing Field and it will Benefit all Retailers
RFID delivers benefits to retailers who can get their stock tagged. But getting this done cost-effectively is easier for some retailers than others. If industry groups can find ways to level the playing field it will help RFID get to the “tipping point” sooner, benefiting everyone.
NRF Validates RFID’s Coming of Age
Last month I wrote about how RFID Has Quietly Crossed the Chasm, with products, channels and applications reaching commercial maturity. NRF’s Big Show validated this trend with important developments in multiple areas.
RFID Has Quietly Crossed the Chasm
Despite distractions like The Internet of Things and The Cloud, the RFID industry has quietly crossed the chasm. This article cites some of the signs of maturity and reasons for optimism for 2015.
Impinj Launches xArray, New RFID Overhead Monitoring System
Impinj recently launched their new xArray, ceiling-mounted RFID reader system, intended to deliver “always on item intelligence.” Here we consider the industry implications and why it is a meaningful step forward for the RFID industry.
Many Lights Turning Green for Investors in RFID
This article explores how RFID has matured in the last several years, and examines the fundamentals that make it a potentially high-growth opportunity. Most investors would be surprised at the changes since the Walmart era, and those who know the status may find profit opportunities.