RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is the hottest thing (if there is such a thing as hot in warehousing) in warehousing. RF technology has many applications, and supply chain is just one of them In investigating this technology we came upon a good video on the topic that explains it well.
RFID – Technology Video
[...] http://supplychaininnovation.wordpress.com/2009/06/04/rfid-video/ Many parts suppliers have the operational sophistication to provide detailed ASN (Advanced Ship Notification) information, while others are lucky to have a computer in their facility. The receiving process requires a flexible way to receive products using either ASN information, previously sent information, or one SKU at a time.” [...]