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RFID in the Supply Chain: Fizzling Technology or the Future of Effective SCM?

GlobalTranz

In 2003, Walmart announced that all of its suppliers would need to have Radio frequency identification (RFID) tags on all pallets and cases by 2006. Download white paper. According to Atlas RFID, Active RFID tags require a power source, and therefore can initiate communication with a reader (beacon).

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How the UAW Strike is Shaking Up the Automotive Supply Chain

Resilinc

Opened in 2006, this plant is responsible for building the Buick Enclave and the Chevrolet Traverse. Where possible, Resilinc recommends multi-sourcing on UAW-affected component suppliers and qualifying parts as a priority. GM’s Lancing Delta Township, conversely, is GM’s newest US plant.

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Tesco Improves Supply Chain with Big Data, Automated Data Collection

RFgen

Since 2006, Tesco has used big data analytics to improve its supply chain, primarily targeting its inventory management systems. DOWNLOAD: The Ultimate Supply Chain Mobility Software Buyer’s Guide – A guide to finding the right automated data collection software solution for your supply chain automation needs ». .”

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Tesco Improves Supply Chain with Big Data, Automated Data Collection

RFgen

Since 2006, Tesco has used big data analytics to improve its supply chain, primarily targeting its inventory management systems. DOWNLOAD: The Ultimate Supply Chain Mobility Software Buyer’s Guide – A guide to finding the right automated data collection software solution for your supply chain automation needs ». .”

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Supply Chain Digest Presents the Best in Supply Chain Content.

Supply Chain Digest

Watch our companion Video and download others Megatrend Executive Briefs at www.scdigest.com/Supply_Chain_Megatrends.php. Supply Chain Digest is the industry’s premier interactive knowledge source, providing timely, relevant, in-context information. © 2006-2014 Supply Chain Digest - All Rights Reserved.' Contact Us |.

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VTech: A Story of a Supply Chain Leader

Supply Chain Shaman

Download the app, and listen when you get a chance.). I followed his journey during the period of 2006-2011, and wanted to check in with him to gain his insights on the selection of VTech as a finalist in the Supply Chains to Admire research. I do not think that most companies understand the concept or source of profit leakage.