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In this paper, we focus on the models for analyzing radio frequency identification (RFID) implementations in terms of their costs and benefits. We consider the supply chain comprised of the manufacturer, distributor, retailer, and the consumer. We classify the transactions generated by different RFID tag reads and discuss implementations of the dat...
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... process of reading the tags by an RFID reader in a retail store is depicted in Fig. 1. In a retail store, RFID tag informa- tion is generated based on events such as a product leaving a shelf or a product being checked-out by a customer at a (per- haps automatic) checkout counter; such implementations have been widely deployed in Europe. Fig. 1 indicates a tag reader deployed in a shelf; this tag reader is responsible ...
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... process of reading the tags by an RFID reader in a retail store is depicted in Fig. 1. In a retail store, RFID tag informa- tion is generated based on events such as a product leaving a shelf or a product being checked-out by a customer at a (per- haps automatic) checkout counter; such implementations have been widely deployed in Europe. Fig. 1 indicates a tag reader deployed in a shelf; this tag reader is responsible for reading the RFID tags of items on the shelf. Items read by the tag reader or other events (such as checkouts) generate messages for the host system (a.k.a. central transaction server) shown in Fig. 1. The host system, when it processes these messages, in ...
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... counter; such implementations have been widely deployed in Europe. Fig. 1 indicates a tag reader deployed in a shelf; this tag reader is responsible for reading the RFID tags of items on the shelf. Items read by the tag reader or other events (such as checkouts) generate messages for the host system (a.k.a. central transaction server) shown in Fig. 1. The host system, when it processes these messages, in turn, may generate messages for other partners in the supply chain. In ad- dition, the host system may send some of the RFID transaction data to the enterprise system of the retailer. The host system is connected to the enterprise information systems via a virtual pri- vate ...
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... They also discussed how sharing of tags in a decentralized system can be exploited and used to coordinate the supply chain. Sounderpandian et al. (2008) suggested models for cost-benefit analyses of RFID implementations in retails stores. Costs such as RFID reader costs and infrastructural costs, and benefits such as reduced inventory level due to efficient shelf replenishment were included in their models. ...
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... Several researchers have investigated inventory models with RFID technology, such as DeHoratius (2004) investigated the use of RFID within the inventory system. In contrast, Sounderpandian et al. (2007) formulated a mathematical analysis for cost minimization in retail shops. Mukherjee et al. (2022) provided a modelling about cross-docking for inbound and outbound vehicles within a logistics industry. ...
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... RFID will not only ensure identification, monitoring and tracking but also aid manufacturing, warehousing and inventory, retail, logistics and distribution, as shown in Fig. 2. Basically, RFID can be said to be a very versatile technology that will continue to function effectively throughout the supply chain right from inbound material to delivery. [60] RFID sensors are enabled with GPS sensors in order to perform the tasks of tracing, tracking and identification. Another important inclusion is the temperature and environment sensors which enable them to be deployed effectively in cold chain monitoring. ...
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... Chalasani and Sounderpandian [6] examine the utilization of RFID technology in a comprehensive supply chain policy by using inventory data. Sounderpandian et al. [7] proposed the cost-benefit models of adopting RFID technology in one branch. Hong et al. [8] focused on the extension of RFID in a food traceability system. ...
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Purpose
– Radio frequency identification (RFId) technology has a great potential to improve process efficiency and effectiveness. However, because of the variety of application areas and achievable benefits, structured assessment models are needed to support managers in the adoption decision. The purpose of this paper is to describe a structured method to support the evaluation of the benefits enabled by RFId technology in medical treatment support in the healthcare industry. The method, and its application to an Italian case study, are deeply illustrated so as to increase the knowledge available to decision makers.
Design/methodology/approach
– The research underlying this paper has modelled the relationship between the technology and the performance driver of the target process, and then between the performance driver and the measurable key performance indicators of that process. This knowledge, focused on the healthcare industry but still quite general, has been formalised into 12 causal maps. Starting from these maps, a six-step procedure to prioritise the analysis, tailor the maps and adapt (or develop) analytical models to estimate the benefits is presented. The overall method and its application to an Italian case study are deeply illustrated so as to increase the open available knowledge to decision makers.
Findings
– The findings are twofold: first, the knowledge represented by the causal maps; and second, the findings of the case study, which shows that efficiency benefits can cover the operative expenses of RFId adoption, but need to be integrated with effectiveness benefits in order to fully justify the investment costs.
Originality/value
– The paper provides a contribution for both researchers and practitioners. As the former are concerned, the paper is a first attempt to fill the existing lack of structured approaches concerning the evaluation of potential benefits of RFId for product traceability within a healthcare facility. As for the latter, the presented method has been developed to practically support all those managers who are evaluating whether to adopt RFId technology in their organisation or not. This contribution has a relevant practicality, as it helps decision makers to address their decisions relying on a sound conceptual baseline, and on objective evaluations.
... Much research has been conducted on the cost factors to implement RFID system. Jayavel, et al [11] analysed the transition of an item from the manufacturer to the consumer in the supply chain and the relevant RFID transactions. The research develops models of RFID implementation costs based on wired network system, wireless network system, and mixed network system. ...
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