RFID Tool Tracking and Unreasonable Expectations
Using RFID tags to keep track of tools is a great application of RFID and the use case comes up frequently. If done correctly, RFID can save an organization a ton of time and money along with reducing frustration for those in need of a tool that is missing in action...How much does a tag cost? It depends.
While exhibiting at Pack Expo last October in Chicago, one of the most frequent questions I was asked was: How much does an RFID tag cost? My answer: 12 cents to more than $20. That’s a huge spread. I then explained further that the cost of a tag depends greatly...
Facing Off: 5 Things to Consider When Deciding Between RFID and Barcode
1. Where Will You Be Tracking Items? First, get a handle on where you will be using your barcode or RFID tags. Line of sight is required to read a barcode which can be a good thing or a bad thing. If your barcodes have the potential to be covered with dirt and the...