FlexRFID Middleware in the Supply Chain

2011 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 19-32 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. E. Ajana ◽  
H. Harroud ◽  
M. Boulmalf ◽  
M. Elkoutbi
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Inventory Management ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Human Error ◽  
Labor Cost ◽  
Customer Relationship ◽  
Rfid Technology ◽  
Supply Chain Networks ◽  
Frequency Identification ◽  
Key Issues

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) has been used since the Second World War to identify “friend or foe” aircrafts. It has become an enabling wireless technology that is widely used in a number of application areas, such as product tracking through manufacturing and assembly, inventory control, and supply chain management (SCM). By 2006, Wal-Mart used RFID for all of its suppliers. The use of RFID in supply chain networks has allowed Wal-Mart to create value through greater visibility in its networks, higher product velocity, reduce human error and labor cost, and more efficient inventory management, which led to the achievement of Quick Response (QR) and improved Customer Relationship Management (CRM) in the supply chain. However, RFID system challenges and uncertain Return-On-Investment (ROI) must be overcome to fully achieve these objectives. This paper introduces RFID technology and its key components and concepts, and presents an RFID middleware solution called FlexRFID that achieves the maximum benefits of RFID technology independently of the interested backend applications. This paper illustrates how RFID technology is used to solve the main problems in SCM, the advantages and key issues when implementing RFID in SCM networks, and the relationship between RFID and the main SCM processes.

FlexRFID Middleware in the Supply Chain

2012 ◽  
pp. 163-177 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mehdia Ajana. El Khaddar ◽  
Hamid Harroud ◽  
Mohammed Boulmalf ◽  
Mohammed El Koutbi
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Inventory Management ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Human Error ◽  
Labor Cost ◽  
Customer Relationship ◽  
Rfid Technology ◽  
Supply Chain Networks ◽  
Frequency Identification ◽  
Key Issues

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) has been used since the Second World War to identify “friend or foe” aircrafts. It has become an enabling wireless technology that is widely used in a number of application areas, such as product tracking through manufacturing and assembly, inventory control, and supply chain management (SCM). By 2006, Wal-Mart used RFID for all of its suppliers. The use of RFID in supply chain networks has allowed Wal-Mart to create value through greater visibility in its networks, higher product velocity, reduce human error and labor cost, and more efficient inventory management, which led to the achievement of Quick Response (QR) and improved Customer Relationship Management (CRM) in the supply chain. However, RFID system challenges and uncertain Return-On-Investment (ROI) must be overcome to fully achieve these objectives. This paper introduces RFID technology and its key components and concepts, and presents an RFID middleware solution called FlexRFID that achieves the maximum benefits of RFID technology independently of the interested backend applications. This paper illustrates how RFID technology is used to solve the main problems in SCM, the advantages and key issues when implementing RFID in SCM networks, and the relationship between RFID and the main SCM processes.

scholarly journals A Framework for Assessing the Value of RFID Implementation by Tier-One Suppliers to Major Retailers

2008 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-70
Author(s):  
Dharmaraj Veeramani ◽  
Jenny Tang ◽  
Alfonso Gutierrez
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Radio Frequency ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Return On Investment ◽  
Real Life ◽  
Data Capture ◽  
Automatic Identification ◽  
Rfid Technology ◽  
Frequency Identification ◽  
The Impact

Radio frequency identification (RFID) is a rapidly evolving technology for automatic identification and data capture of products. One of the barriers to the adoption of RFID by organizations is difficulty in assessing the potential return on investment (ROI). Much of the research and analyses to date of ROI in implementing RFID technology have focused on the benefits to the retailer. There is a lack of a good understanding of the impact of RFID at upper echelons of the supply chain. In this paper, we present a framework and models for assessing the value of RFID implementation by tier-one suppliers to major retailers. We also discuss our real-life application of this framework to one of Wal-Mart’s top 100 suppliers

A RFID-Based Monitoring System for Abnormal Logistics Events in Internal Material Supply Chain

2011 ◽  
Vol 179-180 ◽  
pp. 949-954 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xiao Hua Cao ◽  
Juan Wan
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Monitoring System ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Prototype System ◽  
Rfid Technology ◽  
Material Management ◽  
Production Logistics ◽  
Material Supply ◽  
Frequency Identification

Internal material supply management for manufacturing workshops usually suffers from message delay and abnormal logistics events, which seriously holdback the reactivity capability of production system. As a rapid, real-time, accurate information collection tools, Radio Frequency identification (RFID) technology has become an important driver in the production and logistics activities. This paper presents a new idea that uses RFID technology to monitor real-timely the abnormal logistics events which occur at each work space in the internal material supply chain and proposes its construction method in details. With the experimental verification of prototype system, the proposed RFID-based monitoring system can find in time the abnormal logistics events of internal material supply chain and largely improve the circulation velocity of production logistics, and reduce the rate of mistake which frequently occurred in traditional material management based on Kanban.

scholarly journals Principles of Selection, Implementation and Utilization of RFID in Supply Chain Management

1970 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-48 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juraj Vaculik ◽  
Ivan Michalek ◽  
Peter Kolarovszki
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Supply Chain Management ◽  
Radio Frequency ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Economic Feasibility ◽  
Supply Chain Performance ◽  
Chain Management ◽  
Supply Chain Networks ◽  
Unit Costs ◽  
Frequency Identification

The paper deals with RFID (Radio Frequency Identification)implementation and utilization within supply chain managementand also includes the economic feasibility of rollingout RFID. The members of the supply chain networks- suppliers,manufacturers and distributors - will operate independentlyfrom one another and according to their own agendas.This type of unmanaged network, howeve1; results in inefficiencies.The manufacturer might have a goal of maximizing productionin order to minimize unit costs. Clearly, all members ofthe supply chain stand to gain by coordinating their efforts toimprove efficiency and overall supply chain performance. Thisarticle is divided into three parts: Supply chain, Economic feasibilityof rolling out RFID and Processes of Supply chain management.

scholarly journals Dampak RFID pada Stok Barang Retailer

2012 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 69
Author(s):  
I Gusti Made Karmawan
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Radio Frequency ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Data Integrity ◽  
Rfid Technology ◽  
Frequency Identification

The development of RFID technology (Radio Frequency Identification) offers some advantages, especially in goods distribution, supply chain and logistics. This technology works by putting a chip on an item as a replacement for barcodes that are widely used today. With the RFID technology, the process of goodsidentification becomes very easy and fast. Therefore, some large companies have started implementing and trust the system, especially the supermarket retailers although there are still some problems encountered in the application of this system, related to issues of privacy and data integrity problems. This paper discusses how RFID works and the impacts to the company related to profits and problems encountered during the application of this system.

scholarly journals The Value Proposition of RFID Technology in Tall Prefabricated Timber Buildings

2019 ◽  
pp. 181-188
Author(s):  
Perry Forsythe ◽  
Alireza Ahmadian Fard Fini ◽  
Alireza Jalali Yazdi
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Field Trials ◽  
Added Value ◽  
Value Proposition ◽  
Rfid Technology ◽  
Frequency Identification ◽  
Tracking Model ◽  
Full Benefit

The full benefit of prefabricated timber systems in the construction of multi-story buildings depends on integration and efficiency in the upstream logistics and supply chain. The purpose of this research is therefore to determine the potential value that the use of Radio-Frequency Identification technology (RFID) can contribute to the prefabricated construction of timber, and to undertake the basic development of a RFID tracking model for this purpose. The methods used in this study not only build on the knowledge gained from previous literature, but also include interviews with industry experts, field trial design and field trials. The research showed that the RFID tracking system's value proposition tends to be strongest where there are large scale and vertically integrated supply chains, logistics complexity between a limited number of discrete but partnered supply chain links and/or internal logistical complexity problems. Therefore, five distinct added value stages of RFID applications have been found in incoming delivery logistics, factory panel production, outgoing delivery logistics, on-site installation and third parties who can inspect the finished construction work. Application of RFID technology in prefabrication factory environments, where fixed readers can be used in predefined processes, was found promising. However, due to the temporary nature of the sites and the associated investment, the capacity for high automation levels is thought to be more limited on site.

RFID Technology in the Fashion Supply Chain

2011 ◽  
pp. 303-326
Author(s):  
Susana Garrido Azevedo ◽  
Helena Carvalho
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Fast Moving ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Rfid Technology ◽  
Large Scope ◽  
Frequency Identification ◽  
Speed Up ◽  
Scope Of Application ◽  
Cross Case Analysis

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a new technology that has received considerable attention from academics and practitioners due to its large scope of application, advantages and potentialities. This chapter aims to highlight the potentialities associated with RFID in fast moving Fashion Supply Chain Management (FSCM). The research emphasizes the technological contribution to the Fashion Supply Chain (FSC) such as speed up logistics activities, increased quality, reduced prices, and more responsive improvements for customer satisfaction. The chapter reviews the RFID technology, presents the benefits, disadvantages, and barriers associated with it. To explore the deployment of the RFID technology in the Fashion Supply Chain (FSC), a case study investigation of companies in different FSCM nodes was carried out. A cross-case analysis it is also presented to achieve a deeper understanding about this technology in a fast moving FSCM context.

Analysis of Financial Returns and Risks of Implementing RFID for Supply Chains

2010 ◽  
pp. 89-124
Author(s):  
Ertunga C. Özelkan ◽  
Agnes Galambosi
Keyword(s):  
Sensitivity Analysis ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Radio Frequency ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Inventory Management ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Return On Investment ◽  
Financial Risks ◽  
Financial Returns ◽  
Frequency Identification

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is believed to change how supply chains operate today. While RFID’s promise for improved inventory visibility and automation in inventory management is making many supply chain players hopeful for increased sales and reduced operating costs, these benefits do come at a cost and involve risks. This paper presents a financial returns analysis that captures RFID’s costs and benefits, and quantifies the financial risks of implementing RFID for various business sizes and products with different unit profits to understand when RFID makes business sense. More precisely, the returns analysis is performed using an econometric model to understand how break-even sales volumes, unit profits, tag prices, return on investment, and risks vary between a manufacturer and a retailer in a supply chain. The results are extended to multi-product cases as well. A sensitivity analysis is also performed to understand the returns in pessimistic and optimistic scenarios.

When Does RFID Make Business Sense for Managing Supply Chains?

2010 ◽  
pp. 1250-1283
Author(s):  
Ertunga C. Özelkan ◽  
Agnes Galambosi
Keyword(s):  
Sensitivity Analysis ◽  
Supply Chain ◽  
Radio Frequency ◽  
Supply Chains ◽  
Inventory Management ◽  
Radio Frequency Identification ◽  
Return On Investment ◽  
Operating Costs ◽  
Financial Risks ◽  
Frequency Identification

Radio frequency identification (RFID) is believed to change how supply chains operate today. While RFID’s promise for improved inventory visibility and automation in inventory management is making many supply chain players hopeful for increased sales and reduced operating costs, these benefits do come at a cost and involve risks. This article presents financial returns analysis that captures RFID’s costs and benefits, and quantifies the financial risks of implementing RFID for various business sizes and products with different unit profits to understand when RFID makes business sense. More precisely, the returns analysis is performed using an econometric model to understand how break-even sales volumes, unit profits, tag prices, return on investment, and risks vary between a manufacturer and a retailer in a supply chain. The results are extended to multiproduct cases as well. A sensitivity analysis is also performed to understand the returns in pessimistic and optimistic scenarios.

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