WA-State RFID License Border Pilot

Washington will pilot RFID-enabled driver's license for border crossings. ...

... "The alternative license will contain a Radio Frequency Identification chip, commonly known as RFID, which the guard booths will use to scan the license as a traveler or trucker pulls up to the booth. " ...

Via Seattle Post-Intelligencer: RFID Border Pilot

Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative: "The U.S. Department of Homeland Security signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the State of Washington to launch a pilot program that will enhance the security of state driver's licenses and potentially serve as an acceptable alternative document for crossing the United States' land and sea borders. The Washington pilot program is one possible compliance alternative to Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) requirements. As early as January 2008, U.S. citizens reentering the U.S. from Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, or Bermuda by land or sea, including ferries, may be required to present a valid U.S. passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security.

The enhanced driver's license will be slightly more expensive than a standard Washington state driver's license and will require proof of citizenship, identity, and residence, as well as contain security features similar to a U.S. passport. "

Active RFID Technology Secures Port of Oakland

WhereNet Corp. will assist the Port of Oakland in meeting security requirements of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by implementing a truck RFID tagging system at one of its most active marine terminals. Drayage trucks at the Oakland International Container Terminal (OICT) will be equipped with WhereNet active RFID tags. ...

... "The Port of Oakland has purchased 1,700 WhereTag active RFID transmitters and is contracting with WhereNet and eModal to distribute the tags to drayage companies that serve the OICT, which is operated by Stevedoring Services of America Terminals (SSAT). WhereNet has completed installation of RFID readers at OICT and drivers using that terminal are already voluntarily installing the tags on their truck cabs. When a driver arrives at the terminal and approaches security, a transmission from the WhereTag is picked up by the WhereNet Real-Time Locating System (RTLS) infrastructure of antennas installed at each marine terminal and automatically cross-references with the information available through the eModal trucking database, ensuring that only authorized vehicles are granted entry. The Port of Oakland's security initiative should be bolstered by the recent DHS decision, announced on January 9, 2007, to award increased grant funding to help secure California ports this year. " ...

Active RFID Technology Improves Security at Port of Oakland

RFID Passport: Vicinity Read Technology Not Recommended

Smart Card Alliance responds to the State Department's October 17th Federal Register notice, recommending that the U.S. government reconsider using vicinity read RFID technology for its passport card implementation program. The Alliance sees advantages in leveraging contactless smartcard technology for the ePassport. ...

... "In its response to the State Department's notice, the Alliance provides details of its concerns with the passport card decision to use vicinity read RFID technology, and gives recommendations for measures that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Department of State could implement to improve the passport card program.

The Alliance states many advantages to using contactless smart card technology for the passport card program, including the ability to support electronic verification of authenticity to prevent counterfeiting and to use secure, encrypted communications to thwart eavesdropping and replay attacks, and ensure privacy protection for cardholders. A passport card based on contactless smart card technology can also leverage the infrastructure that is being put in place by DHS and the Department of State to support the new ePassport. " ...

Via Smart Card Alliance: Smart Card Alliance Urges U.S. Government to Reconsider Proposed Passport Card With Long Range RFID Technology

The Smart Card Alliance is a not-for-profit, multi-industry association working to stimulate the understanding, adoption, use and widespread application of smart card technology.

RFID ePassport: Security Lacking Per Alliance ...

Smart Card Alliance comes out against the RFID-enabled ePassport, citing security concerns. ...

... "Using the long read range radio frequency identification (RFID) technology the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and State Department are proposing for passport cards will do little to increase the security of the nation's borders, and opens up possibilities that U.S. citizens could be tracked, the Smart Card Alliance said today. The Alliance contends that a more privacy sensitive and secure passport card solution using the same contactless smart card technology found in the new electronic passports (ePassports) can improve border security without causing delays at crossings ... " ...

Via Smart Card Alliance: Proposed Passport Card with RFID Technology Bad News for Privacy and Security, Says Smart Card Alliance ...

RFID e-Passports Speed Travelers ...

Transition to e-passports will be implemented quickly. ...

... "Through the planned technology enhancements at our ports of entry, we'll be able to recognize and expedite the movement of low-risk or trusted travelers by linking cardholders to secure databases that will allow us to quickly verify identity and citizenship. We can also leverage these advancements in technology to increase aviation security. We've already found, for example, that our machine-readable passports have helped to speed travelers through our airport controls while adding an additional layer of necessary security. By 2007, the United States will transition exclusively to e-passports that will contain biometric information. Through this kind of electronic passport, we can verify a traveler's identity, protect against identity theft and make it very difficult for forgers or imposters. " ...

RFID e-Passports Speed Travelers: Via DHS | Department of Homeland Security | Remarks by Homeland Security Secretary Michael Chertoff on Secure Borders and Open Doors in the Information Age, at an Event at the Department of State ...

RFID Passport Test by DHS at SF Airport

DHS will test RFID passports at SF airport ...

... "The Department of Homeland Security will begin testing passports embedded with radio frequency identification (RFID) technology at the San Francisco International Airport mid-January, a spokesperson for the agency said Friday. " ...

RFID Passport Test by DHS at SF Airport: Via InformationWeek | Homeland Security Technology | RFID Passport Tests To Begin At San Francisco Airport ...

RFID Stocks: Unova Wild Ride ...

Scott Banerjee explores the growth of technology companies. ...

... "And it's not just about retail. RFID also is an important tool for government agencies including the Pentagon and the Department of Homeland Security. Although Unova's sales were inconsistent in 2005, analysts expect Unova to boost its profit by 41% next year as revenue grows 11% to $973 million. " ...

RFID Stocks: Unova Wild Ride: Via Investor's Business Daily: Breaking News: A new wave of small tech stars seen on the horizon ...

RFID Policy Guide: Real ID Options ...

RFID Policy Guide: Real ID Options: Via Telematics Journal: CAGW Vice President to Address NCSL on License Technology ...

... "Radio Frequency Identification (RFID): A Policymaker's Guide, sponsored by the ID Systems Partners Project and the NCSL Communications, Technology and Interstate Commerce Committee, focuses on wireless tracking technology, which is being considered by the Department of Homeland Security as a possible option for implementing the Real ID Act. " ...

RFID BioSensors Applications ...

Research center is investigating the convergence of RFID and sensors to enable increased food safety. Biosensors are defined as a type of biomolecular probe that measures the presence or concentration of biological molecules, biological structures, etc., by translating a biochemical interaction at the probe surface into a quantifiable physical signal such as light or electric pulse.

RFID BioSensors Applications: Via AUDFS: Radio Frequency Identification Sensors ...

... "Auburn University Detection and Food Safety (AUDFS) project to use RFID technology combined with sensors for detection of pathogens in food. AUDFS aims to integrate the breakthroughs in the detection of food borne illnesses with advances in wireless and biosensor technologies. " ...

References on RFID and Biosensors applications:

... "Via Wired: RFID Gussied Up With Biosensors: But many companies are now combining the tags with sensors that can detect the presence of biological and chemical agents, or signal that a perishable item has expired. " ...

... "Via Washington Technology: Growin’ on empty: RFID’s many uses outpace available funds: EDS is focusing on bundling together RFID and biosensor technologies for supply-chain management and homeland security purposes, Schick said. We’re looking at how to mesh the two technologies together, he said. " ...

... "RFID no use against CBRN terrorism and criminal contamination: Before anybody lets Biosensor RFID tags loose in the food supply chain, it should be established what is the acceptable level of false alert for such systems. If the system only falsly reported the presence of a pathogen once in a million times, then we would have a Bioterror alert every single day of the year, rendering the emergency services useless. " ...

RFID Chemical Waste Management ...

RFID Chemical Waste Management: Via Oracle: Oracle PartnerNetwork Announces Oracle North America Titan Awards Honoring Partners of the Year and Solutions of the Year ...

... "Solution of the Year 2005, Public Sector - EnvironMax Inc.: Project Chemsure is EnvironMax's project to use the power of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tags to extend the company's chemical and waste management software suite beyond barcodes. The project is helping EnvironMax's customer meet rigorous new Homeland Security challenges in the management and control of hazardous materials. " ...

RFID Port Security CyberTracker ...

RFID Port Security CyberTracker: Homeland Integrated Security Systems Completes White Paper for Savannah Port Project ...

HISS reports on the pilot of RFID port security pilot using CyberTracker ...

... "The Savannah Port Security Project revolves around Homeland Integrated Security Systems' revolutionary Cyber Tracker, which monitors drivers' activities to and from the port's berths. Cyber Trackers would be dispensed using an automated system that will integrate the Cyber Tracker via RFID to bills of laden. When the drivers are leaving the port, the units are collected, thus insuring that all vehicles entering a port facility are accounted for when leaving. The device also allows port officials to monitor flow both in and around the port, as well as speed control, stop times, and the ability to archive the customized reports. The Savannah port is the fourth-busiest port in the U.S., making it the ideal test site for the project. " ...

Homeland Integrated Security Systems owns proprietary technology and has the rights to use patents to some of the most innovative and sophisticated security products. One of the key target markets is the 361 commercial seaports in the U.S., which are vulnerable to criminal penetration.

RFID Technology Entry Exit Land Border Pilots ...

RFID Technology Entry Exit Land Border Pilots: Via DHS | Department of Homeland Security | US-VISIT Begins Testing Radio Frequency Identification Technology to Improve Border Security and Travel

... "The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has begun testing the US-VISIT Program's next phase of implementation, which uses radio frequency identification (RFID) technology to more efficiently record the entries and exits of visitors who are currently issued an I-94 (Arrival/Departure Record) at our land borders. Five U.S. land border ports will test the RFID technology from August 4, 2005, through early summer of 2006. The ports are Nogales East (Deconcini) and Nogales West (Mariposa) in Arizona; Alexandria Bay (Thousand Islands) in New York; and Pacific Highway and Peace Arch in Washington state. US VISIT is a continuum of security measures that collect biometric and biographic information from visitors at U.S. visa-issuing posts around the world, and upon their arrival in and departure from U.S. air, sea and land border ports. Experience has shown that the US-VISIT enrollment process is fast, easy to understand and simple for visitors. " ...

Revenue Driven By RFID Projects ...

Revenue Driven By RFID Projects: WFI: Wireless Facilities Reports Second Quarter Results

... "Increased revenues in the second quarter of 2005 were primarily driven by growth in WFI's government division as a result of increased demand for engineering services from the Department of Defense, new work on logistics and RFID related projects, and continued momentum in the Company's homeland security initiative. Increased demand in the enterprise division for video surveillance systems also contributed to year over year second quarter growth. " ...

Headquartered in San Diego, CA, Wireless Facilities, Inc. is an independent provider of systems engineering, network services and technical outsourcing for the world's largest wireless carriers, enterprise customers and for government agencies. The Company provides the design, deployment, integration, and the overall management of wired and wireless networks which deliver voice and data communication, and which support advanced security systems. WFI has performed work in over 100 countries since its founding in 1994.

RFID Operation Safe Commerce

RFID Operation Safe Commerce: WHERENET FORMS SECURITY GROUP WITHIN ITS RAPIDLY GROWING TRANSPORTATION, DISTRIBUTION, AND LOGISTICS BUSINESS TO ADDRESS NATIONAL MARITIME AND PORT SECURITY NEEDS: Global Shippers Look to Proven WhereNet Technology for Security Applications in Support of President Bush’s Homeland Security Presidential Directive-13 ...

... "As the only company to have successfully installed active RFID, real-time locating system technology at several marine terminals, WhereNet will further leverage this technology by developing additional applications to meet security requirements for marine assets and cargo. Positioned to serve business and government organizations, these systems will greatly enhance transportation security by providing real-time monitoring and reporting capabilities for vessels while at sea and at port. Matthew Schor, a veteran of multiple container security and Operation Safe Commerce initiatives, will lead WhereNet's security group. " ...

WhereNet is the first company to deliver a single wireless location and communication infrastructure that reliably and cost-effectively manages valuable mobile resources and delivers a complete return on investment within 6-12 months. Based on patented, standards-compliant technology resulting from a collective 100+ years of development, the WhereNet real-time solutions enable companies such as BMW, Ford Motor Company, and NYK Logistics to reduce inventory, lower operating costs, and improve operations. The company has received the Henry Ford Technology Award; was recognized for strong ROI by Computerworld; was ranked among the top 10 in the InfoWorld 100; and has been recognized as a wireless innovator by Forrester Research, Computerworld ROI, Frontline Solutions, Plant Engineering, and Supply Chain Systems magazines. Headquartered in Santa Clara, California, with offices throughout the United States and Europe, WhereNet is funded by Crosspoint Venture Partners, Foundation Capital, Bay Partners, Crescendo Ventures, and Sun Microsystems.

DHS AIDMS RFID POE ...

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has established the United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology Program (US-VISIT), an integrated, automated entry-exit system that records the arrival and departure of covered individuals ...

... "The primary AIDMS records database is located at the DHS Data Center in Ashburn, Virginia. AIDMS interfaces, RFID tag readers, and other supporting components are located at U.S. land border Ports of Entry (POE). " ...

DHS USVisit RFID Implementation ...

DHS USVisit RFID Implementation: The Department of Homeland Security is creating a new system of records for the United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology Program ...

... "US-VISIT has been implemented in increments. As part of Increment 2, US-VISIT will test the use of passive radio frequency identification (RFID) tags to automatically, passively, and remotely record the entry and exit of covered individuals. These RFID tags will be embedded in the Form I-94 or I-94W, which is an Arrival-Departure Record issued to a traveler. " ...

RFID POE Pilot Point of Entry

United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology (US-VISIT) is the program established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to implement an integrated entry and exit data system to record the entry into and exit out of the United States of covered individuals; verify identity; and confirm compliance with the terms of admission to the United States.

... "The proof of concept for technology and processes for automatically recording the entry and exit of covered individuals at U.S. land border POEs using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-enabled I-94 Arrival/Departure Forms. The proof of concept of the capability will begin in August 2005 and, if successful, will be deployed to the 50 busiest land ports by December 31, 2007. " ...

RFID Homeland Security: Track People Objects Things ...

RFID Homeland Security: Track People Objects Things: Agenda

... "While the retail uses of RFID appear to raise the greatest concern, some believe other uses, such as tagging library books with RFID chips, pose a threat as well. If people can be identified and profiled according to the library books they read and carry with them, homeland security agencies seeking to identify potential terrorists and businesses wanting to profile customers' interests may use RFID readers to track and identify people and the library books they're carrying with them. Some experts predict that if uniform technology standards are developed and RFID becomes ubiquitous, the entire contents of people's handbags, shopping bags, and even the clothes they wear, will be identifiable as people walk through a doorway equipped with an RFID reader at stores, airports, and government buildings. " ...

RFID Department Homeland Security

RFID Department Homeland Security: GAO: Abstract

... "The main technology components of an RFID system are a tag, reader, and database. A reader scans the tag for data and sends the information to a database, which stores the data contained on the tag. The major initiatives at federal agencies that use or propose to use the technology include physical access control and tracking assets, documents, or materials. For example, the Department of Homeland Security is using it to track and identify assets, weapons, and baggage on flights. RFID standards define a set of rules, conditions, or requirements that the components of the system must meet in order to operate effectively. " ...

SmartID RFID Passports Licenses ...

SmartID RFID Passports Licenses: SMARTCODE™ CORP. LAUNCHES THE SMART ID PRODUCT LINE - PROVIDES LOW COST RFID PASSPORTS, IDENTIFICATION CARDS AND DRIVER LICENSES ...

... "SmartCode Corp, the leading developer of low cost RFID solutions, today announced the launch of the SmartID product line - low cost RFID solutions for Identification of Passports, Identification Cards and Driver Licenses. SmartCode's new product line provides a cost effective RFID solutions, leveraging SmartCode global leadership in the RFID market. The SmartID product line provides global Governments, Homeland Security agencies and Federal and Local authorities, with a low cost, high performance RFID solutions. " ...

SmartCode™ Corp. is a world leading low cost, high performance EPC RFID manufacturer that has developed a revolutionary, patented, and cost effective RFID manufacturing technology. Our Patented technologies enable us to intelligently replace the current inefficient Barcode technology. Our patented technologies enables us to manufacture a very large number of RFID tags at a fraction of the cost of today's traditional RFID. SmartCode™ Corp. introduces a cost-effective approach to dramatically reducing our clients Total Cost of Operation (TCO) and increasing their Return On Investment (ROI). SmartCode™ Corp. enables companies to receive 100% real time visibility of their products across their entire supply chain. SmartCode™ Corp. is headquartered in New York, NY with offices in London, Silicon Valley, Hong Kong and a R&D Center in Tel-Aviv, Israel.

RFID Location Tracking Accuracy Increased

RFID Location Tracking Accuracy Increased: I.D. Systems Improves Location Tracking for Mobile Assets: Greater Customer Benefits, Higher Return on Investment Expected ...

... "I.D. Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: IDSY) today announced that its RFID-based equipment tracking and management system, the Wireless Asset Net™, has been enhanced with greater location tracking accuracy. The system can now pinpoint the location of mobile assets to within 20 feet – indoors as well as outdoors – to analyze movements, increase security, improve operational efficiencies, and enforce safety regulations. The enhanced system is currently being deployed in multiple applications, including rental car fleet management, homeland security, and material handling equipment management in manufacturing and distribution facilities. " ...

Based in Hackensack, New Jersey, I.D. Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of wireless solutions for corporate asset management. I.D. Systems’ customers include 3M Company, American Axle, Archer Daniels Midland, DaimlerChrysler, Deere & Co., Ford Motor Company, General Dynamics, Hallmark Cards, Northrop Grumman, Target Corporation, Walgreen Co., the U.S. Navy, the U.S. Postal Service, and the U.S. Transportation Security Administration, among others. Using local area networks, wide area networks, and the Internet, the company’s systems enable management to control and track the location and status of their assets — from forklifts and cranes to automobiles and trucks — in real time.

DHS DCRSC RFID Rail Security Project ...

DHS DCRSC RFID Rail Security Project: Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. Awarded Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Washington D.C. Rail Security Corridor (DCRSC) Contract: Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc.

... "The DCRSC contract awarded by DHS has a value of $9.8 million and includes integration of several surveillance technologies, including intelligent video and radio frequency identification (RFID). Epsilon's Marine, Industrial and Security Technology Sector has supported DHS since early 2004 with installation of buffer zone surveillance systems at chemical plants throughout the country. The Epsilon team for the DCRSC Project includes Duos Technologies, Inc. (Duos), headquartered in Jacksonville, FL. " ...

Epsilon is a diversified contracting services firm providing innovative technical and operational solutions to its government, commercial and non-profit clients. The company has a national presence, supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Energy, Department of the Interior and prime contractors nationwide. Epsilon’s Nuclear Operations and Environmental Services Division, headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico provides services to customers in California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, Texas, and Washington. Epsilon offers Marine & Security Services in Portsmouth, VA, San Diego, CA and Pearl Harbor, HI. Its offices in the field of Information Technology and Communications include San Diego, CA and Arlington, VA.

Since 1990, Duos Technologies, Inc. has provided quality intelligent video, automation, information technology, and engineering services to a broad range of clientele. Duos specializes in providing automated systems with an emphasis on process controls, homeland security solutions, including intelligent digital video, instrumentation, and information technology services.

The Facts on RFID: Benefits and Implications ...

The Facts on RFID: Benefits and Implications: Office of Congressman :: Joe Barton

... "It is our job to cut through the hype, get the facts about RFID, learn more about its applications, and examine the pubic policy issues generated by its use and widespread deployment. The benefits to our homeland security could prove the most beneficial aspect of the technology, Barton, chairman of the full Energy and Commerce Committee, continued. The capability to track imports and containers will enhance our ability to monitor what is coming across our borders and where it goes. Similar applications related to controlled substances and hazardous materials shipped to or within the states will provide an additional layer of security we would all welcome. Hearing witnesses included Linda Dillman, chief information officer for Wal-Mart Stores, Inc., and Sandra Hughes, global privacy executive for The Proctor & Gamble Company, who each testified to the consumer applications of RFID. Testimony was additionally heard from one of the leading scientists in RFID technology, Dr. Sanjay Sarma, from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, as well as witnesses from the American Civil Liberties Union and the Electronic Privacy Information Center, who testified on the possible privacy implications of RFID technology. " ...

RFID Smart Secure Tradelanes: Wireless Cargo Tracking ...

RFID Smart Secure Tradelanes: DoD Roles and Missions in Homeland Security ...

... "“Smart and Secure Tradelanes” (SST) - borrows technology from DoD Total Asset Visibility Network. Wireless cargo tracking system. Employs radio-frequency identification (RFID) technology. Other vendors are also proposing RFID-based tracking systems under the TSA Operation Safe Commerce initiative, which addresses the issue of marine container security through demonstration projects at the nation’s three largest container ports - Los Angeles/Long Beach, New York/New Jersey, and Seattle/Tacoma. " ...

RFID Radio Frequency Technology: Land Borders

RFID Radio Frequency Technology: Land Borders: DHS | Department of Homeland Security | Homeland Security Announces Plans to Test Radio Frequency Technology at Land Borders

... "By July 31, 2005, the testing will begin at the ports of Nogales East and Nogales West in Arizona; Alexandria Bay in New York; and, Pacific Highway and Peace Arch in Washington. The testing or proof of concept phase is expected to continue through the spring of 2006. The optimal technology will allow for a unique and automatic identifier issued to pedestrians and visitors crossing in vehicles. The benefits of deploying RFID technology at the land border allows for the automatic recording of visitors arrival and departure. " ...

RFID ePassport Document Authentication ...

RFID ePassport Document Authentication: The Sultanate of Oman Selects Viisage for Border Management Solution; Viisage Document Authentication Solution to Validate Travelers Documents at Airports, Seaports, and Land Borders ...

... "Automated document authentication provides the broadest form of document validation for countries today. As countries move to develop their electronic passport programs, the Viisage iA-thenticate solution can support both radio frequency ID (RFID) read of the chip on an e-passport, as well as authentication of non e-passports. Such border management initiatives as the US VISIT, a US Department of Homeland Security program designed to enhance national security and promote legitimate travel, mandate the eventual adoption of biometrically enabled e-passports. " ...

Viisage (NASDAQ: VISGE) delivers advanced technology identity solutions for governments, law enforcement agencies and businesses concerned with enhancing security, reducing identity theft, and protecting personal privacy. Viisage solutions include secure credentials such as passports and drivers' licenses, biometric technologies for uniquely linking individuals to those credentials, and credential authentication technologies to ensure the documents are valid before individuals are allowed to cross borders, gain access to finances, or granted other privileges. With over 3,000 installations worldwide, Viisage's identity solutions stand out as a result of the Company's industry-leading technology and unique understanding of customer needs. Viisage's product suite includes FaceTOOLS SDK, Viisage PROOF, FaceEXPLORER, iA-thenticate, BorderGuard, FacePASS and FaceFINDER.

RFID Port Security Project ...

RFID Port Security Project: Homeland Integrated Security Systems Continues Development of Phase III of its Savannah Port Project: Noted Wireless Expert Ed Legum Commissioned for White Paper ...

... "The Savannah Port Security Project revolves around Homeland Integrated Security Systems' revolutionary Cyber Tracker, which monitors drivers' activities to and from the port's berths. Cyber Trackers would be dispensed using an automated system that will integrate the Cyber Tracker via RFID to bills of laden. When the drivers are leaving the port, the units are collected, thus insuring that all vehicles that enter the port facility are accounted for when leaving. " ...

Homeland Integrated Security Systems owns proprietary technology and has the rights to use patents to some of the most innovative and sophisticated security products. One of the key target markets is the 361 commercial seaports in the U.S., which are vulnerable to criminal penetration.

RFID China Market Expansion

RFID China Market Expansion: WJ Communications Expands Presence in China; Company Strengthens Sales Channel and Technical Support in Asia ...

... "WJ Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq:WJCI), a leading designer and supplier of RF solutions for the wireless infrastructure and RFID reader markets, today announced that the company is expanding its global presence in strategic locations such as China to provide high-quality local support to meet increased customer demand around the globe. " ...

WJ Communications, Inc. is a leading provider of radio frequency (RF) solutions serving multiple markets targeting wireless communications, RF identification (RFID), broadband cable, and defense and homeland security. WJ addresses the RF challenges in these multiple markets with its highly reliable amplifiers, mixers, RF integrated circuits (RFICs), RFID reader modules, chipsets, and multi-chip (MCM) modules.

RFID Information Protection: Bill Analysis

SB 682 Senate Bill - Bill Analysis

... "Department of Homeland Security adopted the term contactless integrated circuit when it integrated radio frequency identification (RFID) tags into its own employee IDs. Contactless integrated circuits are described as having faster processors and more storage capacity than typical RFID tags, and are engineered to transmit data only when a reader is very close, three or four inches away. The circuits' faster processing makes functions like data encryption possible. " ...

RFID Devices For Trucking: National Security System

RFID Devices For Trucking: Georgia Southern professor proposes national truck tracking system

... "Every day, millions of commercial trucks travel the nation's highways. Homeland security officials are looking for a system to keep track of this massive volume of traffic. Cook is proposing a system that would incorporate cutting-edge radio frequency identification (RFID) devices, truck weigh-stations and law enforcement vehicles into a system to gather information for a proposed national truck tracking center. " ...

RFID Smart Cards Partnership ...

RFID Smart Cards: Ingenico and OTI Form Partnership in Secure Contactless Payment and Identification: Initial Deployments Will Support US Payment Market ...

OTI partners to advance RFID smart card technology for the US payment market ...

... "On Track Innovations Ltd, (OTI) (NASDAQ: OTIV; Prime Standard [Frankfurt]: OT5), a global leader in contactless microprocessor-based smart card solutions for homeland security and payments, announced a partnership with Ingenico North America. Ingenico and OTI will provide secure contactless solutions for the payment and identification markets. " ...

Established in 1990, OTI (NASDAQ: OTIV, Prime Standard: OT5) designs, develops and markets secure contactless microprocessor-based smart card technology to address the needs of a wide variety of markets. Applications developed by OTI include product solutions for petroleum payment systems, homeland security solutions, electronic passports and IDs, micro payments, mass transit ticketing, parking, loyalty programs and secure campuses. OTI has a global network of regional offices to market and support its products. The company was awarded the prestigious ESCAT Award for smart card innovation in both 1998 and 2000.

With a 26.5% market share, Ingenico is the world's largest provider of payment and transactions systems used by banking, retail, petroleum, transportation and government agencies to accelerate and secure the flow of electronic commerce. The Company's 1,300 employees working in 29 subsidiaries, as well as a network of a hundred partners and distributors, ship over 1.5 million payment terminals annually to more than 90 countries. Ingenico, through an annual investment of over 8 percent of revenues in research and development, is producing increasingly efficient and secure payment systems that incorporate the UNICAPT 32 architecture and the latest EMV standards. These systems leverage the most advanced technology available, including biometrics, touch technology, RFID, GSM/GPRS, WiFi and Bluetooth communications, providing our customers with an efficient and versatile array of transaction solutions. Ingenico leverages this expertise and technology to provide solutions in markets requiring, highly secure applications such as purchasing cards, e-procedures, prepaid card reloading and electronic transaction flow management. This investment had enabled Ingenico to enter the emerging markets of electronic ID scanning, microchip-based healthcare cards and supply-chain traceability.

RFID EPC Management for Warehouse Solutions ...

RFID EPC Management for Warehouse Solutions: Manhattan Associates' Warehouse Management and RFID Solutions Selected by ManTech International Corporation ...

ManTech Intl will leverage Manhattan's RFID capabilities for client security projects ...

... "Manhattan Associates®, Inc. (Nasdaq: MANH), the global leader in providing supply chain execution and optimization solutions, will deploy its Warehouse Management and EPC Manager solutions at ManTech Security Technologies Corporation, a division of ManTech International Corporation. ManTech is a leading provider of information technology services and integrated security and risk management solutions for mission-critical national security programs for the intelligence community and the Departments of Defense, State, Homeland Security and other U.S. government customers. It is expected that Manhattan Associates' solutions will provide inventory tracking, visibility and reporting and RFID capabilities that will enhance the value-added solutions that ManTech provides its customers. " ...

Manhattan Associates, Inc., is the global leader in providing supply chain execution and optimisation solutions. It enables operational excellence through its warehouse, transportation, distributed order management, reverse logistics and trading partner management applications, as well as its RFID, performance management and event management capabilities. These Integrated Logistics Solutions™ leverage state-of-the-art technologies, innovative practices and our domain expertise to enhance performance, profitability and competitive advantage. Manhattan Associates has licensed more than 900 customers representing more than 1,600 facilities worldwide, which include some of the world's leading manufacturers, distributors and retailers.

Headquartered in Fairfax, Virginia, ManTech International Corporation is a leading provider of innovative technologies and solutions for mission-critical national security programs for the Intelligence Community and the Departments of Defense, State, Homeland Security, Justice and other U.S. federal government customers. The company's expertise includes systems engineering, systems integration, software development, enterprise security architecture, information assurance, intelligence operations support, network and critical infrastructure protection, information technology, communications integration and engineering support. The company supports the advanced telecommunications systems that are used in Operation Iraqi Freedom and in other parts of the world; provides the physical and cyber security to protect U.S. embassies all over the world and has developed a secure, collaborative communications system for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. With 2004 revenues of $842 million and more than 5,500 highly qualified employees, the company operates in the United States and 40 countries worldwide.

RFID Transportation Market: Systems and Services Capabilities

Alien Technology® Acquires Quatrotec To Drive Expansion In RFID Transportation Markets ...

Alien makes acquisition that strengthens its ability to deliver RFID solutions to the transportation market ...

... "The market for RFID in transportation is projected to grow rapidly in the next three years. Venture Data Corporation predicts that the market for RFID systems for air transportation & airports alone will reach $236.4 million in 2008. In acquiring Quatrotec, Alien has expanded its ability to address air, sea, ground and homeland security-related RFID applications of any scope and scale. Serving the air transportation industry for more than 20 years in projects ranging from $1 million to well over $200 million, Quatrotec possesses particular design and implementation expertise in such highly specialized areas as airport security systems, baggage handling systems, passenger services and terminal operations. " ...

Alien Technology Corporation is a leading provider of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) products for global customers in government, retail, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, transportation, and other industries. Using its patented manufacturing process, Fluidic Self Assembly (FSA®), Alien manufactures EPC tags in very high-volumes and at low cost. The company provides a family of RFID readers for a variety of applications including supply chain management, logistics, and anti-counterfeiting, to improve inventory management and reduce operating costs. Alien is an active member of EPCglobal.

RFID UHF Solutions

RFID UHF Solutions: WJ Communications Teams with WAV Wireless to Promote RFID Solutions; RFID Road Show 2005 to Highlight WJ's RFID Reader Solutions and Technology to Potential Customers ...

WJ partners to showcase UHF RFID technology solutions ...

... "WJ Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq:WJCI), a leading designer and supplier of RF solutions for the wireless infrastructure and RFID reader markets, today announced that it will participate in an RFID Road show, targeting VAR's and OEM's. The road show will be hosted by WAV and will demonstrate WJ's RFID UHF solutions and technology. The three-city RFID road show will be held in Chicago, IL on 5/26/05; Houston, TX on 6/9/05; and San Jose, CA on 6/23/05. WAV was recently appointed a distributor for WJ's RFID product offerings. " ...

WJ Communications, Inc. is a leading provider of radio frequency (RF) solutions serving multiple markets targeting wireless communications, RF identification (RFID), broadband cable, and defense and homeland security. WJ addresses the RF challenges in these multiple markets with its highly reliable amplifiers, mixers, RF integrated circuits (RFICs), RFID reader modules, chipsets, and multi-chip (MCM) modules.

WAV(TM), Inc. Wireless Outfitters, located in West Chicago, IL, has been in business since 1990 and is a full service distributor of wireless LAN and data capturing hardware. WAV's business model revolves around the fact that the customer always comes first. WAV(TM) is the industry's only single-stop resource providing the depth of knowledge and expert services required to fully address the manufacturers' objectives quickly and cost effectively. The company performs professional services for its VAR community including site surveys, software and hardware development and integration, custom rollout kits, installation and technical support.

RFID Field Strength ...

Federal Communications Commission: RFID ...

... "we are increasing the maximum permitted field strength and transmission duration for 433 MHz RFID systems used to identify the contents of commercial shipping containers in commercial and industrial areas to allow more rapid and reliable data transmission. Such improved RFID systems could benefit commercial shippers and have significant homeland security benefits by enabling the entire contents of shipping containers to be easily and immediately identified, and by allowing a determination of whether tampering with their contents has occurred during shipping. " ...

Radio Frequency Identification Technology: RF Emissions Safety ...

DHS | Department of Homeland Security | Fact Sheet: Radio Frequency Identification Technology

... "Radio frequencies emanating from RFID tags are far below the levels that could cause any harm to human health and below the typical ambient radio frequencies most people are exposed to in the United States on a daily basis from devices such as TVs and radios. Like these other devices, RFID tags and readers are regulated and their safety is certified by the Federal Communications Commission. " ...

RFID National ID Bill ...

HR 418 A National ID Bill Masquerading as Immigration Reform

... "This legislation gives authority to the Secretary of Homeland Security to expand required information on driver's licenses, potentially including such biometric information as retina scans, finger prints, DNA information, and even Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) radio tracking technology. Including such technology as RFID would mean that the federal government, as well as the governments of Canada and Mexico, would know where Americans are at all time of the day and night. There are no limits on what happens to the database of sensitive information on Americans once it leaves the United States for Canada and Mexico - or perhaps other countries. Who is to stop a corrupt foreign government official from selling or giving this information to human traffickers or even terrorists? Will this uncertainty make us feel safer? What will all of this mean for us? When this new program is implemented, every time we are required to show our driver's license we will, in fact, be showing a national identification card. We will be handing over a card that includes our personal and likely biometric information, information which is connected to a national and international database. " ...

GPS RFID: Satellite-based Tracking Sensors ...

TransCore Develops New Satellite-based Trailer Tracking Sensors

... "TransCore, the largest global manufacturer of transportation-based RFID wireless communication products, acquired the GlobalWave satellite tracking and global positioning system (GPS) technology in March of last year, making TransCore the only manufacturer to offer both major wireless monitoring technologies. The GlobalWave system allows users to monitor, manage, track and communicate with remote and mobile assets from a Web interface. With six ground control stations providing service to five continents, the GlobalWave network supports more than 40,000 installed mobile terminals worldwide. In addition to commercial trucking, GlobalWave products are used for many other transportation applications such as refrigerated goods management, railroad, marine, heavy equipment, and government requirements for defense and homeland security. " ...

TransCore is a transportation services company with 1,800 employees and 80 locations. With installations in 41 countries, more than 100 patents and pioneering applications of RFID, GPS and satellite communications technologies, TransCore's technical expertise is unparalleled in the markets it serves. TransCore’s 60-year heritage spans the development of RFID at Los Alamos National Labs to implementation of the first electronic toll system in the United States to establishing North America’s first freight matching network.

Event-Driven RFID Technology ...

COMPETITIVE TECHNOLOGIES REITERATES POSITIVE FORECAST ...

... "Competitive Technologies, Inc. (AMEX: CTT) announced today that it expects double-digit growth in fiscal 2005 revenue and net income over 2004 results. The CTT fiscal year ends July 31, 2005. ... CTT's patented RFID event-driven information technology allows movement of individuals or assets to be tracked, coordinated and managed in applications including medical patient information, homeland security, military and general business. " ...

Competitive Technologies, established in 1968, is a full service technology transfer and licensing provider focused on the technology needs of its customers and transforming those requirements into commercially viable solutions. CTT is a global leader in identifying, developing and commercializing innovative technologies in life, digital, nano, and physical sciences developed by universities, companies and inventors. The global market for technology transfer services is estimated at $150 billion annually. CTT maximizes the value of intellectual assets for the benefit of its customers, clients and shareholders.

Passive RFID System Explained ...

DHS | Department of Homeland Security | Fact Sheet: Radio Frequency Identification Technology

... "In its simplest form in common use today, a passive RFID system works as follows: an RFID reader transmits via its antenna an electromagnetic radio frequency signal to a passive RFID tag. The reader receives information back from the tag and sends it to a computer that controls the reader and processes the information that has been retrieved from the tag. " ...

Innovative RFID Improves Border Security ...

SCHUMER: ALEXANDRIA BAY PORT CHOSEN TO TEST NEW INNOVATIVE RADIO ID SYSTEM TO IMPROVE BORDER SECURITY

... "Alexandria Bay chosen among handful of ports across the country for this pilot program. New radio frequency device will allow border security officials to process people traveling in vehicles more efficiently and accurately especially in times of traffic and weather related congestion. US Senator Charles E. Schumer announced that Alexandria Bay will serve as one of the five ports across the country to test a new security device that could reduce traffic congestion and improve border security. The Department of Homeland Security will work with Alexandria Bay to plan tests of and possibly implement their Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology as a part of their US-VISIT program to enhance border security. " ...

RFID Federal Tracking

The National ID Trojan Horse

... "This legislation gives authority to the Secretary of Homeland Security to expand required information on drivers licenses, potentially including such biometric information as retina scans, finger prints, DNA information, and even Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) radio tracking technology. Including such technology as RFID means the federal government, as well as the governments of Canada and Mexico, could know where American citizens are at all times. " ...

Tom Ridge Savi RFID Strengthens Board ...

TOM RIDGE - FIRST U.S. HOMELAND SECURITY SECRETARY - JOINS SAVI TECHNOLOGY'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Former Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Brings Extensive Government Leadership Experience to Savi - a Provider of RFID-Based Solutions for Global Supply Chains

... "Savi Technology, Inc., a leading provider of active RFID solutions for supply chain management and security, announced today the appointment of Tom Ridge, the first Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and former Governor of Pennsylvania, to the company's Board of Directors. " ...

Following the September 11, 2001 Terrorist Attacks, U.S. President George W. Bush created the Department of Homeland Security within the executive branch, and named Ridge to head it. In January 2003, the Department of Homeland Security became a Cabinet department, and Ridge assumed the post of Homeland Security Secretary. As Secretary, he organized and oversaw a combined 22 federal agencies employing 180,000 staff. Prior to his resignation last November from the Homeland Security post, which followed 22 consecutive years of public service, Secretary Ridge was Governor of Pennsylvania between 1994 and his appointment to the Department of Homeland Security in 2001.

With over 15 years experience, Savi is a proven leader in RFID solutions for the management and security of supply chain assets, shipments and consignments. Savi's integrated RFID hardware and software solutions drive business value, such as reducing supply chain assets, inventory and operational costs. The company tailors its solutions to the defense, commercial supply chain asset management and global supply chain visibility and security markets. Savi's solutions meet the supply chain needs of defense and government organizations, global shippers, manufacturers, retailers, and suppliers as well as service providers such as terminal operators, asset owners and third-party logistics providers.

Marine Terminal RFID System

WHERENET UNVEILS WIRELESS TRACKING SYSTEM TO REDUCE LOGJAMS AT MARINE TERMINALS; AUTOMATED PROCESSING PROVIDES ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR HOMELAND SECURITY ...

WhereNet delivers RFID system for marine terminal logistics support ...

... "WhereNet Corp., the leader of wireless solutions for tracking and managing enterprise assets, announced today general availability of the WhereNet Marine Terminal Solution (MTS). Utilizing the company's standards-based, active RFID real-time locating system (RTLS) technology, this industry-first marine terminal application combines business intelligence, sensor data, and sophisticated algorithms to serve as the eyes and ears of the terminal operating system (TOS), providing constant visibility and status information and automating the work flow for marine terminal operators. " ...

WhereNet is the first company to deliver a single wireless location and communication infrastructure that reliably and cost-effectively manages valuable mobile resources and delivers a complete return on investment within 6-12 months. Based on patented, standards-compliant technology resulting from a collective 100+ years of development, the WhereNet real-time solutions enable companies such as BMW, Ford Motor Company, and NYK Logistics to reduce inventory, lower operating costs, and improve operations. The company has received the Henry Ford Technology Award; was recognized for strong ROI by Computerworld; was ranked among the top 10 in the InfoWorld 100; and has been recognized as a wireless innovator by Forrester Research, Computerworld ROI, Frontline Solutions, Plant Engineering, and Supply Chain Systems magazines. Headquartered in Santa Clara , California , with offices throughout the United States and Europe , WhereNet is funded by Crosspoint Venture Partners, Foundation Capital, Bay Partners, Crescendo Ventures, and Sun Microsystems.

New RFID Developments Discussed By OakRidge CEO ...

New RFID Developments Discussed By OakRidge CEO ...

... This will be an important and exciting year for Oak Ridge Micro-Energy. Our company is at the forefront of a breakthrough in miniature energy storage technology that is being pulled into the market to fulfill the needs of national security, military, medical, and consumer electronics industries. Message 2: I am seeking a company that can produce and has stock of thin film rechargeable batteries approximately 48 X 85 mm X "thin" business card sized these will be used in an active RFID system and the quantities will be approx. 100 thousand units per year initially with a ramp up to 1 million units per year.

Mark Meriwether
President and Chief Executive Officer ...

Oak Ridge Micro-Energy Inc. produces thin film, solid-state batteries for commercial, consumer, industrial, homeland security, government, and medical applications. The Oak Ridge Micro-Energy thin film battery is rechargeable, lithium-based, and the active battery layers are manufactured to be significantly thinner than common plastic wrap. The company's batteries are intended for applications such as wireless smart sensors that operate in harsh environments, security cards, radio frequency identification (RFID) tags, semiconductor non-volatile memory chips, and advanced medical devices. Initial production will target specialized high margin markets. However, continued expansion of the company manufacturing capacity, internally and through partnerships, will allow the company to reduce the manufacturing costs per battery and move into larger markets, such as RFID tags and smart cards. The company maintains offices in Oak Ridge, Tenn. and Salt Lake City.

433 MHz RFID Systems ...

FR Doc 04-11537

... "This document allows for operation of improved radio frequency identification (RFID) systems in the 433.5-434.5 MHz (433 MHz) band. Specifically, we are increasing the maximum permitted field strength and transmission duration for 433 MHz RFID systems used to identify the contents of commercial shipping containers in commercial and industrial areas to allow more rapid and reliable data transmission. Such improved RFID systems could benefit commercial shippers and have significant homeland security benefits by enabling the entire contents of shipping containers to be easily and immediately identified, and by allowing a determination of whether tampering with their contents has occurred during shipping." ...

RFID Equipment

Publications: Equipment

... "Radio Frequency Identification Technology: U.S. Department of Homeland Security, Products using radio frequency identification (RFID) technology can read information contained in a wireless device or 'tag' remotely, without making any physical contact or requiring a line of sight between the two. " ...

RFID Privacy Considerations ...

DHS | Department of Homeland Security

... "The RFID technology used by US-VISIT will safeguard sensitive information. The tags will not include visitors biographic or biometric information. Rather, they will contain only a serial code that links to a visitors information securely stored in databases used by US VISIT. It will also be tamper-proof and difficult to counterfeit." ...

Automated Entry Exit System ...

DHS | Department of Homeland Security

... "As US VISIT moves toward fulfilling its vision for an automated entry-exit system at the land border ports of entry into the United States, US VISIT is continuing to improve the border management system by planning tests of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology at the U.S. land borders." ...

Radio Frequency Identification Technology ...

DHS | Department of Homeland Security

... "What is Radio Frequency Identification Technology? Radio frequency (RFID) identification technology refers to wireless systems that allow a device to read information contained in a wireless device or tag from a distance without making any physical contact or requiring a line of sight between the two. It provides a method to transmit and receive data from one point to another. RFID technology has been commercially available in one form or another since the 1970s. It is now part of our daily lives and can be found in car keys, highway toll tags and security access cards, as well as in environments where bar code labeling, which requires physical contact or a line of sight, is impractical or less effective. RFID has established itself in a wide range of markets including automated vehicle identification systems because of its ability to track moving objects." ...