Networked RFID and RTLS--Technology Analysis (Technical Insights)

Published by: Frost & Sullivan

Published: Sep. 30, 2008 - 90 Pages

Table of Contents

1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Scope and Methodology

Research Scope and Segmentation

Methodology

Introduction and Key Findings

Technology Snapshot

Key Findings

2 TECHNOLOGY AND APPLICATIONS VIEWPOINT

RFID Technology Primer

RFID Overview

RFID Types

RFID Applications

RTLS Overview

Definition and Types

Tracking--Technology Snapshot

Technology Comparison

RTLS Across Industries

RTLS in the Healthcare Sector

RTLS in the Manufacturing Sector

RTLS in the Retail Sector

3 TECHNOLOGY ADOPTION FACTOR ANALYSIS

Adoption Factors for RFID

Drivers for RFID Adoption

Challenges to RFID Adoption

Adoption Factors for RTLS

Drivers for RTLS Adoption

Challenges to RTLS Adoption

Application Analysis and Trends

SWOT Analysis for RTLS--Manufacturing and Logistics

SWOT Analysis for RTLS--Retail

SWOT Analysis for RTLS--Healthcare

4 INNOVATIVE DEVELOPMENTS

RTLS and Asset Tracking in the Manufacturing Sector

Advanced Active RFID Solution for Asset Monitoring

Smart&Secure Technology Ensures Certainty of Supply Chain

Solar-Powered RFID System Enables Asset Tracking

RTLS and Asset Tracking in Retail and Supply Chain

Printed RFID for Ultralow-Cost Inventory Control

CDMA/GPS-Based Asset Tracking

IEEE 1902.1--RuBee for RF Impaired Environments

RTLS and Asset Tracking in Healthcare

Ultrasound-Based RTLS for EMI Sensitive Locations

Gamma-Sterilization Immune RFID Tags

5 INDUSTRY ANALYSIS

Noteworthy Developments

Noteworthy Developments in Manufacturing and Logistics

Noteworthy Developments in Retail

Noteworthy Developments in Healthcare and Security

Sector Foresight

Impact Analysis of Stakeholders

Technology Penetration in Various Application Areas

6 PATENTS; GLOSSARY; AND CONTACTS

Snapshot of Key Patents

Key Issued Patents

Key Granted Patents

Database of Key Participants and Glossary

Key Contacts

Glossary

7 DECISION SUPPORT DATABASES

Decision Support Database Tables

Vehicles in Operation

Total Number of Airports

Number of Manufacturing Units

Total Number of Retail Stores

Abstract

This research service analyzes the emerging technologies and trends in the supply chain visibility and asset tracking industries globally. It also examines the factors that influence the growth and market potential of RFID and allied technologies under the umbrella of RTLS, aimed at providing locational information for a variety of applications. The research service provides insights into the various adoption factors and developments across diverse segments such as manufacturing, logistics, retail, medical, etc.

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