What's the difference between RFID and barcode scanning? + Barcode scanning needs a clear line of sight to one label at a time. RFID reads dozens of tags at once, through boxes, pallets, and shelving, so counts and lookups happen in seconds instead of item by item.
How long does a typical rollout take? +
Do we need to replace our ERP or WMS? +
What happens during the pilot? +
Can RFID handle harsh environments like cold storage or metal shelving? +
Will our team need extensive training? +
What support do you provide after go-live? +
How is pricing structured? +
What types of RFID tags do you work with? +
How do you choose the right tag for an item? +
Can RFID tags be used on metal or liquid products? +
What is a textile or "band" RFID tag, and do we need one? +
How long do RFID tags last? +
What's the difference between the chip, the inlay, and the tag? +
Do you help with tag placement and read range testing? +
Can you encode custom data onto tags, or just a serial number? +
What is RFID middleware, and why do we need it? +
Can your middleware work with readers from different manufacturers? +
How does your system handle very high tag volumes or reader density? +
What happens if the network or a reader goes down? +
Can the middleware integrate with more than one ERP or business system at once? +
How do you approach large, multi-site rollouts? +
How do you keep configuration consistent across many locations without losing local flexibility? +
Do you load-test before a large-scale go-live? +
Who supports a large, multi-site deployment after go-live? +
Can the middleware feed real-time dashboards across an entire operation, not just one site? +
Do we track and trace our office dog with RFID? +