Smart Vending Machines and Their Role in Modern Retail
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on May 11, 2026
A smart vending machine gives businesses a way to offer convenient, self-service purchasing without requiring a staffed checkout counter. Instead of relying only on coins, bills, and manual restocki...
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How to Tag Returnable Containers for Reliable RFID Performance
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on May 06, 2026
RFID success depends on more than just the technology itself. Tag selection and placement play a critical role in read accuracy, data reliability, and long-term durability.
Returnable transport item...
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Managing Reusable Containers (RPCs & RTIs) & A 10 Step RFID RTI Implementation Guide
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Apr 29, 2026
Packaging has traditionally been treated as a consumable expense. As reusable packaging becomes more common, manufacturers are reevaluating this approach. Totes, racks, and pallets now circulate acr...
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The Building Blocks of a Modern Hospital: An Introduction to RFID and Barcode Technology
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Apr 23, 2026
Hospitals depend on accurate information to operate efficiently. From patient identification to supply tracking, the ability to capture and access data quickly plays a critical role in both operatio...
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Reducing Specimen Labeling Errors: A Practical Use Case for RFID in the Lab
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Apr 17, 2026
Accuracy in the clinical lab is critical. Every specimen represents a patient, a diagnosis, and a treatment decision. Even small labeling errors can lead to delayed results, repeat testing, or incor...
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Why Standard RFID Fails on the Factory Floor, and How Rugged Tagging Enables Reliable Manufacturing Visibility
Posted by Suzanne Smiley Gotfryd on Mar 31, 2026
Published in partnership with Xerafy
RFID works reliably in logistics environments where assets move through predictable workflows and conditions remain relatively stable. Manufacturing envir...
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RFID for Returnable Containers: Eliminating Shrink in Supply Chains
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Mar 24, 2026
Returnable transport items (RTI) such as totes, racks, and pallets are designed to move continuously through supply chains. In theory, these closed-loop systems should limit loss. In reality, shri...
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Tackling Hospital Waste: How RFID Improves Medical Inventory Management
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Mar 09, 2026
Hospital supply chains face constant pressure. Patient volumes fluctuate, clinical needs change quickly, and regulatory requirements continue to grow. In this environment, inventory waste becomes...
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GS1's EPCIS Standard: What It Is & How To Use It
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Nov 04, 2025
Supply chains have become increasingly complex. Products move through multiple facilities, transport partners, and data systems before reaching a customer. At the same time, retailers and brands a...
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RFID in Agriculture: Driving Efficiency, Traceability, and Smart Resource Management
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Oct 29, 2025
Modern agriculture faces constant pressure to produce more with less - less land, less water, and fewer resources - while also ensuring food safety, compliance, and supply chain transparency.
Tec...
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Auburn RFID Lab Retail Guidelines: New & Updated ARC Specs for RFID Tags
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Dec 03, 2024
As a leading authority on implementing RFID technology in retail,
Auburn’s RFID Lab and ARC program continuously monitor, develop, and update specifications to improve RFID use in t...
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Enhancing Security and Convenience: How Gated Communities Leverage RFID Technology
Posted by Suzanne Gotfryd on Oct 07, 2024
In an era where security is a growing concern, gated communities are increasingly turning to technology to protect their residents. In the past, most gated communities began utilizing barco...
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