RFID

When retailers are losing $1.7 trillion annually to inventory distortion, every mismatch in the supply chain is more than just a line item. From out-of-stocks to overstocks, these challenges erode consumer trust, disrupt operations, and damage margins. In these uncertain times for retail, one thing is clear: business as usual is no longer good enough.…

From local businesses to popular big-box chains to luxury stores and everything in between, “success” looks vastly different for every retailer. Maintaining a strong brand reputation, attracting and retaining customers, and innovating and integrating new processes and technologies are key areas all retailers must prioritize to ensure long-term growth. However, what retailers often overlook are…

Let’s face it, today’s business world is fast-paced, complicated and constantly changing. To stay ahead, companies need to make their supply chains as efficient as possible. And one of the biggest game-changers? Being able to track goods accurately and seamlessly from start to finish. It’s not just a nice-to-have anymore; it’s a must. That’s where…

It’s almost that time of year again ... NRF, one of the biggest retail shows, is back for 2025. Retail’s Big Show invites more than 6,200 brands from around the world to the Big Apple to unveil the latest trends and insights the retail sector can expect throughout the year. NRF 2025 is expected to…

Over the past few years, omnichannel experiences have emerged as a pivotal element of retailers’ customer journey strategies. Though the majority of retail purchasing still happens at store registers, online buying options continue to grow in popularity — and it's happening quickly. Less than 25 years ago, online purchases accounted for under 1 percent of…

According to Statista, 73 percent of retailers are already using artificial intelligence, and a further 15 percent are planning to implement the technology over the next 12 months. AI is proving to be a valuable tool within the retail sector, from delivering personalized product recommendations for customers to enhancing inventory-based decision-making and predicting demand, among…

Poor supply chain management can cost businesses time and money many times, with issues like inventory inaccuracies, complex and laborious processes, and security concerns holding enterprises back. Traditional supply chain management tools, like barcodes and manual counts, have limitations and can often lead to inefficiencies. And for the past several years, geopolitical and economic instability…

Inventory management is now easier than ever due to a packaging technology that improves the customer experience: radio frequency identification (RFID). This approach works by including a sticker on items that contains a microchip and antenna that transmits logistics information to receivers. Since this innovative technology constitutes a powerful competitive edge, retailers of all kinds…

Supply chains are at the beating heart of businesses in delivering products to the end customer. In retail organizations, efficient supply chains can have a transformative impact on operations. To improve efficiency, retailers need to have full visibility of their inventory, and this is where RFID can play a leading role. A Lack of Automation…

In today’s dynamic world of retail, the spotlight remains on artificial intelligence (AI) — and for good reason. AI is undoubtedly transformative, reshaping the future of retail. In addition to AI, other technologies are also making significant strides. Radio-frequency identification (RFID), replacing barcodes, revolutionizes supply chain and inventory management. Video analytics leverages computer vision to…