Radio Beacon Introduces RFID 'Pilot Kits' For Microsoft Business Solutions 'MBS'.TORONTO -- Radio frequency identification See RFID. solutions provides RFID (Radio Frequency IDentification) A data collection technology that uses electronic tags for storing data. The tag, also known as an "electronic label," "transponder" or "code plate," is made up of an RFID chip attached to an antenna. labeling for Great Plains and Solomon Radio Beacon radio beacon: see radio range. Inc. - a developer of warehouse management software for manufacturers, distributors and Third Party Logistic (3PL) providers, today announced the release of two radio frequency identification (RFID) 'Pilot Kits' for companies using Microsoft Great Plains and Solomon. The Wal-Mart RFID Compliance Pilot Kits let these companies begin RFID labeling cartons and pallets to meet the needs of their major retailer customers. The OnPortal Pilot Kit extends the solution for shipping through "scan tunnels." These products provide a quick way to get started with RFID, and to prepare for complying with the RFID requirements of shipping to Wal-Mart. "The demand for RFID solutions is growing among retailers, but adopting this solution can pose a cost and workflow challenge for smaller businesses. Using our trial packs, companies can easily deploy and manage a rich RFID tool set at a highly competitive price point," said Dale Jeffries, President of Radio Beacon Inc. "Our customers, regardless of the size of their organization, will be able to quickly ensure readiness for the RFID labeling demands of their clients, putting their business in an optimal position for growth." Unlike other RFID solutions on the market today, Wal-Mart RFID Compliance Pilot Kit provides a full, seamless integration An addition of a new application, routine or device that works smoothly with the existing system. It implies that the new feature or program can be installed and used without problems. Contrast with "transparent," which implies that there is no discernible change after installation. with Microsoft Business Solutions back-office systems." says L. Allen Bennett, President of System Concepts, Inc. "By partnering with Radio Beacon and MBS See Mb/sec. MBS - mobile broadband services ; we are furthering our commitment to deliver cutting edge technology solutions to meet the needs of our respective customer bases." The OnPortal Trial Pack enables customers to utilize an RFID portal placed at the truck-loading door to automatically verify each shipment as it is being loaded. The solution further enhances the high order accuracy levels delivered by RADIO BEACON WMS WMS Warehouse Management System WMS Web Map Service (open geospatial consortium specification) WMS West Middle School (Rochester Hills, MI) WMS Workforce Management Software WMS Wechsler Memory Scale , giving customers the ability to guarantee accurate order fulfillment Order fulfillment (in BE also: order fulfilment) is in the most general sense the complete process from point of sales inquiry to delivery of a product to the customer. Sometimes Order fulfillment . RADIO BEACON's Wal-Mart RFID Compliance Pilot Kit includes an RFID Printer, SCI (Scalable Coherent Interface) An IEEE standard for a high-speed bus that uses wire or fiber-optic cable. It can transfer data up to 1GBytes/sec. (hardware) SCI - 1. Scalable Coherent Interface. 2. UART. PackBot software, MBS Interface, and 500 EPC (1) (Entertainment PC) See HTPC. (2) (Electronic Product Code) A standard code for RFID tags administered by EPCglobal Inc. (www.epcglobalinc.org). Smart Labels. It is available today and priced at CDN (Content Delivery Network) A system of distributed content on a large intranet or the public Internet in which copies of content are replicated and cached throughout the network. $16,995. The OnPortal Trial Pack includes an RFID scan tunnel, RFID antennas, stack-light, photo-eye, SCI PortalBot software, SCI OnTrax RFID computer, and integration module - a full solution ready to operate. It is available today and priced at CDN $24,995. About System Concepts, Inc. Founded in 1984, SCI provides RFID and AIDC (Automatic Identification and Data Collection or Capture) Capturing data electronically by scanning bar codes or alphanumeric codes (OCR, MICR), by reading magnetic stripes or by wireless means. See AIM, bar code and RFID. software solutions that enable successful RFID installations in the manufacturing, process control, asset tracking and EPC compliance markets. SCI's solutions leverage the company's RFID expertise and generate a lasting and measurable impact for customers transitioning to RFID technology. The company's flagship product, TraxWare(TM), is deployed in RFID installations at numerous Fortune 100 sites. For more information, visit www.sysconcepts.com About Radio Beacon Inc. Radio Beacon is a developer of warehouse management software that adapts with the growing business needs of third party logistics providers, manufacturers and distributors. RADIO BEACON is the safe WMS choice, extending our customers' accounting systems from companies like Microsoft, Best, and SAP to produce high-performance supply chain solutions that deliver accurate and compliant shipments, while improving operational procedures and reducing costs. Radio Beacon's warehouse management software integrates seamlessly with barcode, RFID and material handling technology. Radio Beacon WMS is distributed locally through global partners. For more information, visit www.radiobeacon.com. TraxWare, ControlPoints, EdgeBots PackTrax and PackBot are registered trademarks of System Concepts, Inc. RADIO BEACON WMS is a registered trademark of Radio Beacon Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. |
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