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4 Benefits of RFID Labeling for Retailers

Many companies seek ways to improve their inventory management processes as technology advances. One solution gaining popularity is using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology. Many companies now recognize the benefits of RFID labeling and are implementing product RFID technology in their stores. Walmart’s recent RFID tagging mandate is an excellent example of how companies use technology to improve inventory management and reduce theft risk. Other retailers are following suit, with companies like Macy’s, Target, and Kohl’s implementing RFID technology in their stores.

In this post, we will explore the benefits of RFID labeling for companies, including having more open merchandising of high-theft products. We will also explain why companies should implement product RFID technology.

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How to Know If Your Business Needs Manufacturing Automation

Over the past several decades manufacturing automation has revolutionized industries around the world. Factories and production plants of all sizes have increasingly turned to automation to perform tasks ranging from routine to advanced processes. As a result, companies that have introduced manufacturing automation initiatives have benefited from increased production and productivity, higher efficiency, improved quality, a safer workplace, and much more. (more…)

Flexible Automation vs. Fixed Automation: What’s the Difference?

The implementation of automation is an important development in the manufacturing sphere. However, there’s been a shift in how it’s done – from the fixed automation commonly employed in the past to newer, more flexible methods. Automation has moved from automating production to concentrating more on quality control, focusing on monitoring and tracking goods coming off production lines. For manufacturers looking to make their operations more efficient by introducing automated processes, it’s important to understand the differences between fixed automation and flexible automation. (more…)