Document Type

Article

Language

eng

Format of Original

19 p.

Publication Date

2010

Publisher

Inderscience Enterprises LTD

Source Publication

International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management

Source ISSN

1368-2418

Original Item ID

doi: 10.1504/IJMTM.2010.035437

Abstract

The benefits of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology in the supply chain are fairly compelling. It has the potential to revolutionise the efficiency, accuracy and security of the supply chain with significant impact on overall profitability. A number of companies are actively involved in testing and adopting this technology. It is estimated that the market for RFID products and services will increase significantly in the next few years. Despite this trend, there are major impediments to RFID adoption in supply chain. While RFID systems have been around for several decades, the technology for supply chain management is still emerging. We describe many of the challenges, setbacks and barriers facing RFID implementations in supply chains, discuss the critical issues for management and offer some suggestions. In the process, we take an in-depth look at cost, technology, standards, privacy and security and business process reengineering related issues surrounding RFID technology in supply chains.

Comments

Published version. International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, Volume 21, No. 3/4 (2010), DOI. © 2010 Inderscience Enterprises LTD. Used with permission.

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