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CONCLUSION
Although it may appear overwhelming for you and many trading partners to participate in
adopting RFID technology, you will appreciate the payoffs that come with an overall
understanding of fundamentals and requirements: the potential cost-savings and strategic
benefits of RFID are highly advantageous. The goal is to develop an expected return on
investment. RFID has a great potential to lend a hand to large retailers and manufacturers,
and even small to mid-sized businesses can be more competitive by creating new
efficiencies. RFID presents an opportunity for the supply chain to improve efficiency, trim
down on wastes, and reduce costs for consumers. By moving into the storefronts, RFID is
likely to help retailers provide consumers with smarter products, better service, and
innovations that will help to improve your standard of living. For RFID to thrive in the
supply chain, it is crucial for business partners, clients, technology providers, and any
other departments affected by these changes to establish consistent communication
channels to allow plenty of time for productivity improvements and success in RFID
adoption.
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