Mobile and stationary RFID readers utilize software, referred to as firmware, in order to operate. Firmware is unique to the device manufacturer and is embedded within each device. Software that sits in the middle, between firmware and back end transaction processing systems, is known as middleware. Middleware accepts information from firmware and relays it to […]
In our last blog post, we discussed the standardized recording of information encoded into the chip of an RFID tag. We will now explore how this information is captured for processing. End users access information encoded into the chip by detecting an RFID tag using either mobile or stationary RFID readers. There are several primary […]
A number of organizations have set standards for RFID, including the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), ASTM International, the DASH7 Alliance and EPCglobal. We will focus on the standard developed by EPCglobal as this applies to the use of passive RFID. The current standard is known as EPC GEN2, short […]
Not all RFID tags are equal. Therefore, there are many factors to consider when selecting RFID tags. Some examples include; Frequency – tags are tuned to operate within a given frequency range and must comply with governmental regulations Compliance with standards – information is stored within the chip following a universal format Type of electronic […]
An RFID site survey is a physical survey of the premises where the use of RFID equipment is will be installed and implemented. The survey identifies optimal locations for the physical installation of RFID readers and antennae. When considering the use of RFID equipment, it can be difficult to predict the propagation of radio waves […]
The first considerations concerning the use of RFID are factors that can impact reliability. A basic RFID system will include am RFID tag and an RFID reader. The tag is comprised of an embedded electronic chip that is used to store information and an antenna that is used to transmit. A reader, which can be […]
If you are considering an automated means to verify and track your fixed assets, RFID (radio frequency identification) might be the right solution for you. In this blog series, we will identify the benefits as well as the potential drawbacks with this technology. To begin, it is important to understand that the technology utilizes radio […]
A common set of benchmarks are used to plot the maturity of an organization’s asset management program. Using benchmarks provides a means to determine the current state of your program based upon the experience of others. Benchmarks also help to set reasonable expectations as to what improvements are required to reach the desired end state. […]
Controls are necessary in order to ensure that asset management is occurring and as expected. There are many ways to achieve control and they will vary throughout the asset life cycle. For example, controls that apply to acquisition will differ from those of verification. However, the principal problem that is commonly experienced lies in record-keeping. […]
Automating asset management activities represents an important control. Typically this relates to the capture and reporting of information. However a better approach is to apply automation at the workflow level and as a means to automatically force compliance with policies and regulations. Doing so would also, by design, include data capture activities. Of particular significance […]