http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/92.rss BWE provides daily news on RFID products and services used by shippers, freight companies, the trucking and shipping industries and others. Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:44:09 EST Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:44:09 EST mBLAST http://www.bbwexchange.com/images/bwelogos/bwe88x3http://www.bbwexchange.com http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2010/03/11/page1395-8211106.asp Convergence Systems Limited (CSL) launched a novel plug-in module that provides Quad Band EGSM connectivity as well as GPS location data with its CS501 GSM/GPS module. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2010/03/11/page1395-8211106.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2010/02/16/page1395-7158307.asp Union Hospital in Terre Haute, IN expanded on this commitment by deploying enterprise asset tracking from Versus Technology, Inc. The Versus highly accurate Asset Management Solution helps Union Hospital to better manage equipment resources, including maintenance, storage and deployment. Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2010/02/16/page1395-7158307.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2010/02/15/page1395-7155337.asp Airbus selects Ubisense to extend the world's largest radio-frequency identification (RFID) enabled manufacturing initiative, with the addition of the Ubisense precise real-time location (RTLS) system at multiple Airbus facilities. Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2010/02/15/page1395-7155337.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2010/01/11/page1395-6916724.asp Xterprise Incorporated announced American Apparel (AMEX: APP) has increased sales per store, inventory accuracy, customer satisfaction and associate productivity by deploying the Xterprise Clarity Advanced Retail Solution (ARS) system across 10 stores. American Apparel selected Xterprise based on the company's experience with large RFID deployments, unique item-level inventory management capabilities and the ability to scale to meet the volumes and complexities of a growing retail chain network. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2010/01/11/page1395-6916724.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/12/17/page1395-6848455.asp REDWOOD CITY, CA--(Marketwire - December 16, 2009) - AeroScout , the leading provider of Unified Asset Visibility for the healthcare industry, today announced that Samarinda Aged Services in Ashburton, Australia, has implemented AeroScout's Resident Safety and Asset Tracking and Management Thu, 17 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/12/17/page1395-6848455.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/12/02/page1395-6776049.asp The Shimane facility encompasses 325,000 square meters, with almost 100,000 square meters of floor space, and so it requires the scalability, reliability and flexibility that the AeroScout solution delivers. AeroScout Wi-Fi Tags, Location Receivers, Exciters and Location Engine are integrated into a unified security management system, enabling prison officers to monitor the location of each inmate and compare it with their planned schedule of movements and activities for the day. Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/12/02/page1395-6776049.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/11/05/page1395-6626993.asp AeroScout working with Telefónica and Cisco, announced that the Mercedes-Benz dealership of Valencia, Spain has successfully deployed AeroScout's Vehicle Tracking and Management solution. Using the AeroScout Wi-Fi RFID solution, the dealership is able to leverage its reliable, flexible and high-performance Cisco Unified Wireless Network , which is also used for Wi-Fi and voice applications. In addition, the dealership is able to extend operational efficiencies to its service department and ensure the distinctive, high-quality customer experience associated with the Mercedes-Benz brand. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/11/05/page1395-6626993.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/11/05/page1395-6630954.asp Savi has formed an oil and gas strategic alliance with Shipcom Wireless and KBR Wireless, who are offering a complete software solution that links with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology to instantly track and manage supplies transported between onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities worldwide. Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/11/05/page1395-6630954.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/10/21/page1395-6522162.asp The health care sector and small businesses will prosper the most from widespread implementation and use of wireless broadband, according to 'Broadband Wireless Information in Professional Markets 2009-2010,' the latest strategic market report released today from Simba Information, a leading media industry forecast and analysis firm. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/10/21/page1395-6522162.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/10/20/page1395-6506132.asp RFID TagSource and Tracient Technologies announced they have signed a distribution agreement whereby RFID TagSource will distribute Tracient's RFID reader products in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Tue, 20 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/10/20/page1395-6506132.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/10/13/page1395-6460631.asp In one of the world's most high-profile and relevant RFID postal applications, AIDA Centre and Alien team up to provide a complete solution for the Universal Postal Union's (UPU) 21 member country quality efficiency program. Tue, 13 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/10/13/page1395-6460631.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/10/01/page1395-6411393.asp Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) announced that Mater Health Services , Queensland's largest not-for-profit hospital group, is making significant strides in achieving its Smart Hospital strategy with a roll-out of an expanded suite of business applications on its Cisco Medical-Grade Broadband Wireless Network across its seven ultra-modern hospitals. Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/10/01/page1395-6411393.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/25/page1395-6323921.asp AeroScout announced that WellSpan Health's York Hospital has deployed AeroScout's Wi-Fi-based healthcare visibility solution. York Hospital's emergency, biomedical engineering and transportation departments are using the AeroScout solution to track critical medical equipment throughout the facility to ensure that staff can quickly locate required items. The solution and its time-saving benefits are proving to be especially valuable in the emergency department during peak hours by helping to increase efficiency while improving patient satisfaction, care and safety. Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/25/page1395-6323921.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/23/page1395-6377656.asp Lantronix, Inc. (NASDAQ: LTRX) announced that Secura Key, a leading manufacturer of access control and radio-frequency identification (RFID) solutions, has deployed Lantronix' Xport and WiPort embedded networking servers into its latest access control panel systems. The implementation of Lantronix wired and wireless connectivity solutions eliminates design complexity by providing self-contained embedded networking systems, which enables Secura Key engineers to focus on their core competency of designing security products. Wed, 23 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/23/page1395-6377656.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/17/page1395-6333065.asp Alien Technology announced its "Dynamic Authentication" -- yet another addition to its feature rich Higgs-3 RFID IC, further enhancing data integrity for security, brand protection, and authentication applications. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/17/page1395-6333065.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/16/page1395-6330796.asp AeroScout in a partnership with Mine Site Technologies (MST) announced that Newmont's Leeville Gold Mine has deployed AeroScout and MST's Wi-Fi RFID solutions for tracking workers, equipment and vehicles. The deployment highlights a period of strong global momentum for AeroScout and MST in the mining industry, as mining companies focus on improving safety and productivity. Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/16/page1395-6330796.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/08/page1395-6127821.asp DecaWave the pioneering fabless semiconductor company has partnered with the Dublin Institute of Technology's Antenna & High Frequency Research Group (AHFR) for antenna design research expertise for its ground breaking broadband wireless ScenSor chip. The resulting antennas are optimised, but are fully customisable to client technologies and application needs and specifications. DecaWave's ScenSor has a wide range of standards-based applications for both Real Time Location Systems (RTLS) and Ultra Low Power Wireless Transceivers. Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/09/08/page1395-6127821.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/21/page1395-6081249.asp Leading UHF Gen 2 radio frequency identification (RFID) technology provider Impinj, Inc. announced a partnership with The Coca-Cola Company to provide critical RFID technology supporting its new Coca-Cola Freestyle beverage dispensing system. Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/21/page1395-6081249.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/17/page1395-6081250.asp Alien Technology is pleased to announce Top Ranking performance of its UHF RFID EPC Gen 2 inlays for the third consecutive year. Results are in for the 2009 European EPC Competence Center (EECC) UHF RFID inlay benchmark testing, and once again Alien Technology's RFID inlays have topped the charts. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/17/page1395-6081250.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/13/page1395-6075072.asp Xcellink International Inc. (OTCBB: XCEL) announced details of the U.S. Patent # 7024385 titled 'Automated Electronic Funds Transfer System and Method' which covers the automated data interchange to achieve transactions between customers (buyers) and merchants (sellers) over local wired or wireless links. Following a recent license transfer, Xcellink has exclusive world-wide rights associated with this Patent. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/13/page1395-6075072.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/07/page1395-6057488.asp As the Obama Administration provides incentives to push doctors and hospitals to upgrade their healthcare IT solutions, there will be a greater need to replace antiquated computer hardware with newer, more powerful systems that can support the vast amounts of information created by EMR, wireless, RFID, electronic physician order entry (CPOE) and other advanced software that is rapidly being adopted. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/07/page1395-6057488.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/06/page1395-6061393.asp The system starts at registration as adult guests are provided a Smart Band RFID wristband, which is embedded with a 13.56MHz RFID inlay. The automated wristbands provide secure, keyless entry into the family's hotel room, eliminating the need to carry hotel room keys or cards. Throughout the resort, RFID enabled point of sale (POS) workstations enable guests to easily make cashless payments with the RFID wristbands at food and beverage concessions, gift shops, and restaurants. Vending and token machines are also RFID enabled to allow cashless purchases with the wristbands. Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/06/page1395-6061393.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/04/page1395-6056255.asp DecisionPoint Systems, Inc. (OTCBB: DNPI) announced that it has been recognized by Motorola's Enterprise Mobility Solutions division as one of the top 10 North American Wireless LAN (WLAN) partners. Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/08/04/page1395-6056255.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/29/page1395-6047355.asp Awarepoint Corporation announced an expansion of its Real-time Awareness Solution (RTAS) at Jackson Health System, an integrated healthcare delivery system in Miami, Florida. The addition of Jackson North Medical Center and Jackson South Community Hospital brings the Jackson Health System enterprise asset management tracking deployment to 4,459,000 million square feet, securing this ZigBee-based RTLS installation as the biggest in U.S. healthcare. Awarepoint serves its U.S. hospital customers through a sales, distribution and service agreement with Skytron. Jackson Health System is governed by the Public Health Trust, a dedicated Wed, 29 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/29/page1395-6047355.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/28/page1395-6043009.asp Aruba Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: ARUN) announced that Santos-Brasil S.A. has deployed a ruggedized outdoor Aruba Wi-Fi network across its 596,000 square meter Tecon de Santos container terminal at the Port of Santos. Sao Paulo-based Santos-Brasil operates 3 berths, 16 ship-to-shore container cranes, 1 mobile harbor crane, 34 rubber-tired gantry cranes, and 23 reach stackers at the port. Reliable performance is a business-critical function since container handling is wholly dependent on data transferred over the Wi-Fi network to more than 500 Psion Teklogix ruggedized handheld and vehicular computers. Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/28/page1395-6043009.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/09/page1395-6003204.asp Alien Technology announced its newest million plus tag RFID garment tracking installation in Europe. Alien teamed with Aton to provide a complete end-to-end RFID traceability solution for leading apparel designer and manufacturer, G&P Net, the producer of brands such as GeoSpirit and Peuterey. G&P Net needed to control channel efficiencies and enhance supply chain visibility throughout Europe, so they approached Aton for a complete hardware and software solution. Thu, 09 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/09/page1395-6003204.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/08/page1395-6006703.asp Giesecke & Devrient (G&D) announced the issuance of an Enhanced Identification Card for Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI), and an Enhanced Driver's Licence for the Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO). This is the beginning of a new, 10 year partnership with Manitoba Public Insurance and a continuation of the current partnership with the Ontario Ministry of Transportation. Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/08/page1395-6006703.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/06/page1395-6001250.asp Skytron announced the addition of Skytron Asset Manager, powered by Awarepoint, to its Amerinet group purchasing organization supplier agreement. Amerinet's Total Spend Management Solutions offer margin improvement tools to providers to create new revenue streams and reduce expenses. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/06/page1395-6001250.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/02/page1395-5996936.asp A new video that guides viewers through the innermost operations of American Apparel's item-level RFID inventory management system can now be accessed by apparel, retail and RFID professionals at http://www.ibmd.averydennison.com/american-apparel (Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20090701/PH41122 ) Titled RFID Case Study - American Apparel, the video is the first multimedia production that demonstrates how the largest apparel producer in the U.S. deployed item-level RFID to overcome inventory accuracy and replenishment challenges at selected retail stores, while appreciably increasing sales. Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/02/page1395-5996936.asp http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/01/page1395-5981379.asp Reva Systems announced the introduction of TAP-VM, a software-based virtual machine version of the Reva TAP appliance. The TAP-VM virtual appliance runs on any hardware that supports the VMware Server 2 platform. Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 EST http://www.bbwexchange.com/pubs/2009/07/01/page1395-5981379.asp