Results for tag: "RFID Middleware"

In the field of information technology, RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) middleware is a class of software designed to facilitate communication between RFID hardware, such as readers and tags, and enterprise applications. This type of middleware serves as a crucial intermediary that processes data collected by RFID devices, filters and aggregates this information, and then relays it in a usable format to back-end systems such as data management applications or inventory systems. RFID middleware performs essential functions including reader management, data interpretation, and integration with existing IT infrastructures. It can also manage multiple RFID readers simultaneously, handle noise and errors in the data, and apply business rules to ensure that the data is actionable. Such middleware is particularly prevalent in industries with complex supply chains, including manufacturing, retail, and logistics, where it improves efficiency and accuracy in asset tracking and inventory management. Companies operating in the RFID middleware market include Impinj, Inc., which provides the Impinj platform connecting RFID items to the internet, and Invengo Technology Pte. Ltd., offering RFID solutions. Avery Dennison Corporation, a company recognized for developing and manufacturing a variety of labeling and functional materials, includes RFID solutions in its portfolio. Zebra Technologies Corp., another major player, offers an array of RFID tracking technology solutions. Checkpoint Systems, Inc. is known for providing end-to-end solutions that include RFID technology for retail and asset management. Additionally, Alien Technology, a company specializing in RFID products and services, operates in the RFID middleware space, providing solutions that are extensively Show Less Read more