Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is well-established in retail, especially in the apparel market post-COVID-19 pandemic. RFID tags for apparel are used primarily for inventory management use cases, but also for Point-of-Sale (POS), theft prevention (RFID-as-Electronic Article Surveillance (RFD-as-EAS)), and enhancing customer experiences (e.g., smart fitting rooms). This has enabled retailers to automate processes, gain supply chain visibility, prevent losses/theft of products, and enhance omnichannel customer experiences.

RFID Journal LIVE!, one of the key conferences dedicated to Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technologies across multiple end markets, takes place May 6 – 8. Leading RFID suppliers will exhibit their innovations; the show lineup this year is particularly hardware-heavy, focused on reader infrastructure and labeling, but some important software suppliers will be present, too.

What Is IoT Remote Monitoring?

Internet of Things (IoT) remote monitoring provides real-time conditional and usage data about equipment, machines, and infrastructure. IoT sensors are placed on or in assets to make this possible, revealing various metrics. Remote monitoring of IoT assets is essential for organizations to improve efficiency, address problems before they exacerbate, and make informed decisions.

By 2025, global spending on pharmaceutical (pharma) products will reach US$1.6 trillion, according to a report from IQVIA. And that doesn’t even include the current US$220 billion spent on chemicals, raw materials, excipients, and other Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) that are needed to produce finished medicines. This demand, in tandem with a strict regulatory environment, necessitates the need for Internet of Things (IoT) technologies that provide rich data and analytical insight into logistical operations.