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Hardware/Infrastructure Considerations
Once your smart labels have been applied to their target container
or pallet you will need external readers to track them through your
supply chain. Such readers are typically networked devices that are
deployed at key points in the warehouse or distribution center to
track incoming and outgoing packages. The readers are managed
through a server for gathering and filtering all the RFID information.
Readers may have multiple antennas to maximize read range and
reliability.
The readers you purchase must be compatible with the smart
labels programmed by the printer. Specifically, they should be EPC
Class 0, Class 0+, Class 1, and Class 1.19 compliant. Fixed
position readers and their antennas can be purchased from
companies such as Alien Technology
®
(www.alientechnology.com). Handheld readers with integrated
antennas can be purchased from AWID (www.awid.com).
The data that are gathered by the reader servers must be managed
for tracking and archiving purposes. Software applications that
perform these tasks are available from companies such as
Manhattan Associates
®
(www.manh.com).