Frequently Asked Questions

Will RFID replace barcode technology?

Some people think that RFID tags are merely barcodes that can "talk" to readers instead of having to be read by a laser or imager. While this is somewhat true, the real differences are more significant. RFID tags are much more powerful than barcode labels because a typical RFID tag can hold 2KB of data, far more than a typical barcode, which represents just 10-12 digits.

RFID tags can also be programmed and reprogrammed, making them a dynamic part of a data collection solution where barcodes can be printed once and then must be reprinted each time the information changes.

Barcodes will not be replaced by RFID technology, in some cases they will be used as a back-up system, in most cases they will remain the main form of data collection. Implementing an RFID system will never be cheaper than implementing an RFID system, if not for the cost of the technology than for the mere fact that a barcode label will always be cheaper to produce than an RFID label.

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Will RFID replace barcode technology?

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