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News 2: The problem about RFID testimonials.... and our advice

Should you listen to people who are already using RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) in their organizations?
For example, Tony Plucket from Wal-Mart says, "RFID is not the silver bullet but the next stage in improving the supply chain"; and, Tesco's John Clarke says, "RFID may be a revolutionary concept which must be deployed in an evolutionary manner over the next 5 to 25 years".  Undoubtedly these RFID users are truthful and sincere, but their experiences are not necessarily going to be true for your organization. What then, should you do? To Discover the Truth (for you) about RFID*.... we highly recommend that you:
1. Carry out YOUR OWN analysis; don't rely on the experience of other companies; because...- RFID technology capabilities are evolving and are extremely wide-ranging; - actual and potential RFID applications are numerous; and, - each user's environment and needs are unique. In other words, RFID is NOT a "one-size-fits-all" proposition. 2. Measure the sales and other benefits you will get if your suppliers / customers are using RFID. 3. Evaluate alternatives to RFID (Bar Coding / RTLS / Smart Labels, etc.).4. Take the long-term view and consider what is happening with your competitors in your industry.5. Be clear about your reasons for adopting RFID and consider the problems / benefits of sharing data. 6. Run your pilot projects to test the business case for RFID, not the technology itself.

New, RFID-enabled ways of doing business may challenge the business models of today's industry leaders BUT it is the actions of innovative organizations (like yours?) that will determine the future of RFID. For your guidance, the (6th) RFID Solutions conference, 4-5th October, 2006 in Toronto is designed to help you to build a company-specific case for RFID - or not, as the case may be. The RFID Solutions conference provides workshops and conference presentations to help you to get a clear understanding of what RFID technology can or cannot do for your company.RFID Solutions Conference is the premier independent conference in Canada for decision makers who need to understand (RFID) technology, standards and mandates and how to make the right choices about investing in this technology for their organizations.
See Conference Agenda, and Register to attend at www.softmatch.com
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