Smart Card Standards: WLAN Smart Card Consortium Announces Unified Smart Card ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... The WLAN Smart Card Consortium has endorsed a new EAP-SC authentication type to serve as a unified secure point of entry for all IP wireless networks ...

... The WLAN Smart Card Consortium has endorsed a new EAP-SC authentication type to serve as a unified secure point of entry for all IP wireless networks including Wi-Fi, WiMAX and Wi-Mobile, and their interconnect (IEEE 802.11, 802.16, 802.20 and 802.21). The new authentication type provides wireless clients as diverse as handsets, PDAs, PCs and other embedded systems with a unique way to access standard TLS authentication in a tamper proof form factor. Additionally, the new EAP-SC type also offers access to GSM and 3G universal mobile standards with SIM and USIM authentication schemes. Taken together, the components of EAP-SC define the entrance into valued information networks, uniformly and in concert with the bearer. ...

The mission of the WLAN Smart Card Consortium is to define and promote smart card related specifications for wireless network access across the broad spectrum of technologies and markets related to valued information networks. Members include: ActivCard, Alcatel, Aspects Software Ltd, Athena SCS, Atmel, Axalto, Dai Nippon Printing, ENST, Gemplus, Giesecke & Devrient, Identity Alliance, Infineon Technologies AG, Oberthur Card Systems, Raak Technologies, Sagem, SCM Microsystems, Texas Instruments, Trusted Logic, Ucopia, University of Cantabria, and Visa International.

Smart Card Solutions: Litronic Receives Armed Forces Order

From Yahoo News (press release) ... SAFLINK Corporation offers biometric security and smart card solutions that protect intellectual property, secure information assets, and eliminate passwords. ...

... Litronic, a SAFLINK® Company (Nasdaq: SFLK - News) and leading provider of secure identity management technologies, today announced that it has received an additional order, in the amount of $145,000, from a branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. The client has deployed Litronic's Argus 2108 CipherServer® in support of the Defense Message System (DMS), the world's largest deployed secure messaging system. The Argus 2108 CipherServer is a FORTEZZA Card reader and writer that is being utilized in a continuing deployment by the client in support of Department of Defense (DoD) organizational messaging requirements. ...

Litronic, a wholly-owned subsidiary of SAFLINK Corporation, is a global provider of secure identity management and information assurance products for the government and commercial markets. By facilitating the deployment, management and use of digital certificates and smart cards, Litronic's products are designed to provide high assurance solutions that help organizations achieve their physical and network security goals. The company's NetSign® CAC product is deployed in many organizations of the U.S. Government, including the U.S. Armed Services and various DoD agencies.

Smart Card Innovation: The World's Largest UIM Card from Axalto Supports The CDMA Launch ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... date. The company has 25 years' experience in smart card innovation and leads its industry in security technology and open systems. ...

... Axalto (EURONEXT:AXL)(EURONEXT:NL0000400653), today announced the successful delivery of world's largest UIM CDMA cards to China Unicom. With the implementation of the latest 64K SIMERA(TM) Airflex from Axalto in the Guangdong province, China Unicom plans to promote its youth brand, UP Xin Shi Li, with a large suite of valued added services. ...

Axalto (Euronext:NL0000400653 - AXL) is the world's leading provider of microprocessor cards (Gartner Dataquest 2004)-- the key to digital networks -- and a major supplier of point-of-sale terminals. Its 4500 employees come from 70 nationalities and serve customers in more than 100 countries, with worldwide sales reaching 3 billion smart cards to date. The company has 25 years' experience in smart card innovation and leads its industry in security technology and open systems. Axalto continuously creates new generations of products for use in a variety of applications in the telecommunications, finance, retail, transport, entertainment, healthcare, personal identification, information technology and public sector markets. Microprocessor cards provide convenience, security and privacy to public and private services operators, their customers and end users.

Smart Card: Malaysia issues dual interface MyKad ID card nationwide

From Contactless News (press release), VA ... By the end of 2005, all Malaysian citizens over the age of 12 will be carrying a dual interface contact/contactless smart card as their national ID. ...

... By the end of 2005, all Malaysian citizens over the age of 12 will be carrying a dual interface contact/contactless smart card as their national ID. With a population of 23 million, the Malaysian program is both one of the world’s first national ID card programs and one of the largest issuances of dual interface technology. The multi-purpose MyKad cards incorporate both government and private sector applications onto a single card. The US$71 million project is called “MyKad.” ...

With the passing of the Digital Signature Act, Malaysia has put in place a well-mandated legal environment for the use of digital signatures. MSC Trustgate.com has been licensed under the Digital Signature Act as Certification Authority (CA) to provide digital certification services including Digital Certificates, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and cryptographic products. As a member of Verisign Trust Network, MSC Trustgate.com leverages on Verisign’s proven technology, technical expertise and brand recognition to help companies build and secure an online web presence by encrypting communications and transactions; authenticating the identities of individuals; offering secure online payment functions; and validating transactions. MSC Trustgate is the fastest growing Internet trust service company in the region.

Contactless Smart Card: Panasonic Develops Industry's First SD Memory Card With ...

From PressReleaseNetwork.com (press release) ... (TSE: 6752), best known for its Panasonic brand products, has developed the industry's first SD Memory Card with contactless smart card capabilities. ...

... Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (TSE: 6752), best known for its Panasonic brand products, has developed the industry's first SD Memory Card with contactless smart card capabilities. Called smartSD Card, the new SD Memory Card combines the convenience of contactless data communication capabilities with large storage capacity and high security. The company will position the smartSD Card as key to realizing the "ubiquitous network society" and will strive to create new business opportunities not only in the device sector but also in the system and solution service sectors. Sample shipments of the smartSD Cards will commence in December 2004. Commercial shipments are expected to follow in the fall of 2005. ...

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (TSE: 6752; NYSE: MC), best known for its Panasonic brand name, is a worldwide leader in the development and manufacture of electronic products for a wide range of consumer, business, and industrial needs. Based in Osaka, Japan, the company recorded consolidated sales of US$71.92 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2004. Matsushita's shares are listed on the Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, New York (NYSE:MC), Euronext, Amsterdam and Frankfurt stock exchanges.

RFID in Gaming Industry: Mikohn and Gaming Partners International to Demonstrate Industry ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... manufacturer and distributor of casino chips and other casino supplies, announced today that both companies will jointly demonstrate their RFID Chip Tracking ...

... Mikohn Gaming Corporation (Nasdaq:MIKN), a leading provider of diversified products and services used in the gaming industry worldwide, and Gaming Partners International Corporation (Nasdaq:GPIC), a leading manufacturer and distributor of casino chips and other casino supplies, announced today that both companies will jointly demonstrate their RFID Chip Tracking products at this year's G2E Gaming Expo in Las Vegas, October 5 - 7. This revolutionary RFID technology provides accurate, safe and high-speed bet recognition for table games and automatic and reliable chip tracking throughout the casino. The product demonstrations will show how RFID technology is used to accurately account for gaming chips and is also able to authenticate each wager via each chip's unique serial number, helping deter theft and counterfeiting. ...

Mikohn is a leading supplier of innovative and diversified products and services used in the gaming industry worldwide. The company develops, manufactures and sells an expanding array of slot games, table games and advanced player tracking and accounting systems for slot machines and table games. The company is also a market leader in exciting visual displays and progressive jackpot technology for casinos worldwide. There is a Mikohn product in virtually every casino in the world. Gaming Partners International is the result of the merger, under the leadership of Bourgogne & Grasset, of Bud Jones and Paul-Son at the end of 2002. GPI manufactures a large range of gaming chips, dice, cards and other important casino products and distributes them directly to legal casinos all over the world.

Walmart RFID Compliance: Avicon's epcExpress Provides Software Framework for Cost-Effective ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... today announced epcExpress, an out-of-the-box comprehensive software framework that supports Department of Defense and WalMart's RFID compliance requirements ...

... Avicon, architects of the new supply chain, today announced epcExpress, an out-of-the-box comprehensive software framework that supports Department of Defense and WalMart's RFID compliance requirements and scales for full RFID-enablement of the supply chain. epcExpress is the first software framework that leverages existing distribution and order management systems, providing a faster and more cost effective path to RFID compliance than other available options. Avicon's epcExpress is built to industry standards; it provides a modular, extensible and layered architecture that scales to fully realize RFID's potential across the enterprise. ...

RFID compliance tools for DOD and Walmart have been architected by Avicon...

Avicon, architects of the new supply chain, designs and implements supply chain strategies, and architects the underlying business processes and IT solutions that bring those strategies to life. Avicon's customers include Cisco Systems, EMC Corporation, Enterasys Networks, Hard Rock Cafe, Hewlett Packard, Kuehne & Nagel, Lucent Technologies, NMS Communications, Schenker AG, Siemens and United Technology Corporation.

Founded in 2001, ConnecTerra, Inc. is a provider of enterprise infrastructure software for device computing. ConnecTerra's products and technologies help to extend enterprise awareness to networked devices such as RFID readers, where companies are looking to tap into the wealth of data captured by these devices. Building on these components, ConnecTerra's RFTagAware targets the specific challenges of enterprise RF tag deployments, including tag data processing and reader management. Using RFTagAware, companies are able to get their initial RFID deployments up and producing results quickly, while knowing that the infrastructure can scale as the number of tagged items, readers and remote sites grow. RFTagAware Compliance Jump Start provides all of the tools necessary to ensure RFID compliance. This turn-key compliance solution integrates easily with existing enterprise systems and applications and supports all of the leading reader and printer hardware platforms - resulting in a significant reduction in implementation time and unmatched cost savings.

DOD RFID Compliance: Savi Technology Debuts First Quick, Complete and Cost-Effective ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... fewer than 65 working days to meet strict deadlines for their shipments to be tracked automatically by Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems, suppliers ...

... With fewer than 65 working days to meet strict deadlines for their shipments to be tracked automatically by Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) systems, suppliers to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) now have a simple "plug-and-play," rapidly deployable solution to meet the new RFID Policy requirements. Savi Technology, the primary source of RFID solutions to the DoD since 1994, introduced today at the EPC Global U.S. Conference a unique and complete solution easily integrated with existing systems to meet the DoD's basic "tag and ship" requirements for suppliers to use RFID technology by Jan. 1, 2005. Called "RFID-ACT: Assured Compliance Today," the basic turnkey solution can be installed and operational within several hours. It enables suppliers to use RFID solutions that automatically link information about their outbound shipments to DoD supply chain management systems to better prepare and plan for incoming supplies. ...

Savi technology is a key enabler to DOD RFID compliance ...

As a long-time leader in providing real-time supply chain visibility, management and security solutions, Savi Technology has worked and partnered with all types of leading AIDC providers and integrated their technologies into legacy or new enterprise-level software platforms or applications. In addition, these solutions have been deployed to track shipments, assets and equipment across and between all modes of transport -- ocean, surface and air. It tracks, on average, 37,000 shipments per day.

With over 15 years of logistics infrastructure experience, Savi Technology is the proven leader in building RFID networks that deliver real-time visibility, asset management, inventory optimization, and global supply chain security. Savi provides supply chain asset management, security and collaboration software that is uniquely integrated with automatic identification and data collection (AIDC) systems to create scalable networks that enable a new generation of real-time logistics solutions.

Savi has more than a decade of experience implementing solutions around the world that have been proven to enhance operational efficiency and deliver substantial cost savings. The company is the primary technology provider for the world's largest wireless cargo monitoring network for the U.S. Department of Defense, which employs RFID, barcode, cellular and satellite communications systems to track more than 35,000 conveyances daily across a global network of 800 locations in more than 45 countries. Since the late 1990s, through investments in research, development and technology acquisitions, the company has designed and developed a networked software platform, Savi SmartChainTM, for both the public and commercial sectors that's uniquely integrated with automatic data collection and identification systems to create RFID-based networks that deliver real-time supply chain management.

Founded in 1989, Savi Technology is privately held, with headquarters in Sunnyvale, California and offices in Johannesburg, London, Singapore, Taipei, and Washington D.C.

RFID Supply Chain: Manhattan Associates Releases EPC Manager, Successful Deployment ...

From Yahoo News (press release) ... Already implemented in numerous pilots, including the pharmaceutical RFID supply chain tests managed by Accenture, this standalone solution operates ...

... Manhattan Associates®, Inc. (Nasdaq: MANH), the global leader in providing supply chain execution and optimization solutions, officially announced the release of its EPC Manager solution. Already implemented in numerous pilots, including the pharmaceutical RFID supply chain tests managed by Accenture, this standalone solution operates independent of other applications and can be implemented in conjunction with any existing third party, custom or legacy supply chain systems. EPC Manager is part of Manhattan Associates' Integration Platform for RFID, which eases integration across multiple platforms, applications, data formats and communication protocols. ...

RFID tracking in the supply chain can drive operational efficiency initiatives...

Manhattan Associates, Inc., is the global leader in providing supply chain execution and optimization 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.

RFID Cards: WJ Announces First Volume Production Order for Multi-Protocol RFID ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... and multi-chip modules, today announced that it has received the first volume production order for its new Multi-Protocol MPR 5000 and MPR 6000 RFID Cards. ...

... WJ Communications, Inc (Nasdaq:WJCI), a leading designer and supplier of RF semiconductors and multi-chip modules, today announced that it has received the first volume production order for its new Multi-Protocol MPR 5000 and MPR 6000 RFID Cards. The MPR RFID Cards are Type II PCMCIA compatible and operate with the EPCglobal(TM) Class 0 and Class 1 RFID standards. They are also upgradeable to future standards. These small and easy-to-use RFID cards are building blocks for OEMs, systems integrators, value-added resellers (VARs) and small business owners developing printer, handheld, fixed and other integrated RFID-enabled end-products. Deliveries against this order are scheduled to commence in Q4, 2004. ...

... RFID cards, by WJ Communications, are a foundation for systems developmnet by OEMs...

WJ Communications Inc. is a leading RF semiconductor company focusing on the design and manufacture of high-quality devices and multi-chip modules (MCMs) for telecommunications systems worldwide. WJ's highly reliable amplifier, mixer, RF IC and MCM products are used to transmit and receive signals that enable current and next generation wireless and wireline services.

Walmart RFID Label Compliance: Worldlabel.com patents process for accurate embedding of RFID tags...

Worldlabel.com patents process for accurate embedding of RFID tags (Chips) into self-adhesive paper labels both reducing costs effectively and with increased reliability and consistency.

Worldlabel.com, New York, USA - a manufacturer of laser and inkjet labels and barcode labels with presence in the USA and in Asia through Innotech Resources PTE LTD in Singapore has received worldwide PCT patent pending rights for a system and method for batch conversion for embedding RFID tags (Radio Frequency Identification) to RFID Labels. This method to convert RFID tags to RFID labels allows the tag to be embedded into a paper label with varying sizes on rolls according to customer requirements.

This system provides a low cost method of converting RFID tags to be embedded accurately into a paper label even though each batch might uses varying size labels and require the RFID tag to be embedded in different areas of the label. The methods allows for mass conversion efficiently. In this manner there is a big reduction in material waste and a reduction in labor costs is achieved as well when compared to the current manual procedure of “Meet, Match and Stick”. Our invention is also user friendly and offers a much faster turn around for converting RFID labels especially when converting separate batches. As a result, the costs of RFID labels are significantly reduced thus making RFID labels a more favored option in manufacturing, logistics and other harsh environments where bar code labels might not perform.

”We are at the forefront of converting RFID labels. We have done several evaluations and tests and the results have been 100% positive” says Alex Choong, managing director and co-inventor. We are converting the RFID labels with the intention of meeting Wal-mart (NYSE:WMT) RFID labeling requirements which uses a UHF frequency. Wal-mart has requested that all their suppliers start using RFID labels by beginning of 2005. The request by the world's biggest retailer set off a scramble among companies including Hewlett-Packard Co., IBM Corp. and Sun Microsystems Inc. to develop workable RFID systems. The conditions Wal-mart requires have been achieved by our new method of manufacturing RFID labels.

Typically, about 20% of the RFID labels in a rolls have defective chips, but there's often no way to differentiate the functioning and nonfunctioning tags until after they've been placed on products. Our system and methods of manufacturing increases the reliability and consistency of RFID labels to 100% accuracy. This is important to the end users and manufacturers because it increases their throughput, it decreases the operational time that they need to print those labels, and the reliability of the label helps them integrate other high-speed applications. You can print bar codes on our labels embedded with UHF Class 1 and Class 0 RFID tags with most popular thermal label printers.

“We are producing a high quality RFID label with excellent accuracy and at lower cost levels. We are excited, having increased the functionality of labels and started a revolution. We have production capacity and are ready to take on the onslaught.” Mr. Choong said.

For more information, please visit http://www.worldlabel.com/rfid.htm or contact: Russell Ossendryver, 336 Convent Ave, NY, NY, 10031, USA. TEL: 212-234 5775

About Worldlabel.com - Worldlabel.com is a leading manufacturer of laser and inkjet labels in over 40 sizes including CD, DVD, mailing, shipping labels and more in 18 different materials, Specialty pressure sensitive labels and thermal barcode labels. Its offices in Singapore, Innotech Resources PTE LTD handle all aspect of barcode and RFID system and integration and manufacturing for the Asian markets.

Walmart RFID Compliance: SAMSys Supplies RFID Readers for Microsoft Business Solutions ...

From Yahoo News (press release) ... SAMSys Technologies Inc. (SMY: TSX) announced today that its radio frequency identification (RFID) readers are being ...

... SAMSys Technologies Inc. (SMY: TSX) announced today that its radio frequency identification (RFID) readers are being used in a multi-phase RFID initiative by Jack Link's Beef Jerky, the leading supplier of meat snacks in the U.S. The project will showcase new RFID functionality being incorporated into Microsoft Business Solutions Navision, Jack Link's enterprise resource planning solution. Jack Link's RFID program is designed to comply with upcoming Wal-Mart electronic product tracking mandates for trading partners as well as to improve internal business operations for the food manufacturer. The first phase of the project involves tagging cases and pallets for select SKUs of beef jerky destined for Wal-Mart's North Texas distribution center. ...

... Microsoft ERP solution is piloting compliance with Walmart RFID requirements.

SAMSys Technologies Inc. (SAMSys), founded in 1995, is a world-leading provider of radio frequency identification (RFID) hardware solutions and RFID integration consulting services designed to evaluate and recommend optimal RFID solutions to enhance existing business process. SAMSys offers a family of products to simplify the installation and ensure the ongoing performance of the overall RFID hardware infrastructure. SAMSys is a public company whose shares are listed for trading on the TSX Exchange under the symbol: "SMY". The Company has a total of 47.6 million shares outstanding.

Automotive RFID: AIAG Tire RFID Automotive Standard Now Meets Retail Mandates

From PR Newswire (press release) ... announced today that the revision to the AIAG B-11: "Tire and Wheel Label and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Standard" now complies with automotive and ...

... The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) and EPCglobal Inc. announced today that the revision to the AIAG B-11: "Tire and Wheel Label and Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Standard" now complies with automotive and retail requirements by providing one global RFID tag per tire for tracking and identification in both of these industries. ...

Founded in 1982, AIAG is headquartered in the metro Detroit area. Its more than 1,600 member companies include North American, European and Asia-Pacific OEMs and suppliers to the automotive industry with combined annual sales of more than $850 billion. A not-for-profit association, AIAG's primary goals are to reduce cost and complexity within the automotive supply chain and to improve speed to market, product quality, employee health-and-safety and the environment.

RFID Asset Management: RFID Leader IDENTEC SOLUTIONS Announces Subscription to EPCglobal ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... IDENTEC SOLUTIONS, a leading developer of RFID-driven asset management solutions, is proud to announce a continued commitment to the ...

... IDENTEC SOLUTIONS, a leading developer of RFID-driven asset management solutions, is proud to announce a continued commitment to the development of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) solutions by joining EPCglobal US, an affiliate of EPCglobal Inc, a joint venture between EAN International and the Uniform Code Council Inc. EPCglobal will develop and oversee commercial and technical standards for the EPCglobal Network. As a subscriber to EPCglobal, IDENTEC SOLUTIONS is committed to developing global RFID standards. The ompany's focus will be on active, long-range RFID. ...

... Indentec Solutions continues their support for EPCglobal standards process.

IDENTEC SOLUTIONS(R) specializes in active long-range RFID systems that help customers improve asset utilization to save millions of dollars in operational costs related to their supply chain processes. IDENTEC SOLUTIONS' RFID system, Intelligent Long Range(R) (ILR(R)), can identify, locate and track assets at a distance of 100 meters (300 feet) to deliver superior real-time visibility in dynamic, demanding environments. ILR is used to streamline business operations in a variety of areas including vehicle tracking and container management. Over the past eight years, the company has built a top-drawer roster of clients including General Electric(R), Volkswagen(R), and Deutsche Post(R) and has hundreds of active RFID systems in operation worldwide.

EPCglobal Inc, a joint venture between EAN International and the Uniform Code Council, Inc.(R), is a not-for-profit organization entrusted by industry to establish and support the EPCglobal Network as the global standard for real-time, automatic identification of information in the supply chain of any company, anywhere in the world. The EPCglobal Network combines Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) technology, existing communications network infrastructure, and the Electronic Product Code(TM) (a number for uniquely identifying an item) to enable accurate, cost-efficient visibility of information in the supply chain. The end result helps organizations be more efficient, flexible, and responsive to customer needs.

RFID Technology: Digital Angel Corporation Selected as a Technology Partner for ...

From Yahoo News (press release) ... of high value assets, announced today that it has been selected by the state of Minnesota as a technology partner and provider of RFID (radio frequency ...

... Digital Angel Corporation (Amex: DOC - News), an advanced technology company in the field of rapid and accurate identification, location tracking and condition monitoring of high value assets, announced today that it has been selected by the state of Minnesota as a technology partner and provider of RFID (radio frequency identification) systems for a pilot program designed to test the viability of a large scale food animal identification and tracking program. ...

Digital Angel Corporation develops and deploys sensor and communications technologies that enable rapid and accurate identification, location tracking, and condition monitoring of high-value assets. Applications for the Company's products include identification and monitoring of pets, fish and livestock through its patented implantable microchips; location tracking and message monitoring of vehicles and aircraft in remote locations through systems that integrate GPS and geosynchronous satellite communications; and monitoring of asset conditions such as temperature and movement, through advanced miniature sensors.

RFID Readers: WJ Announces the MPR 5000 -- A Multi-Protocol EPC Class 0/1 RFID ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... WJCI), a leading designer and supplier of RF semiconductors and multi-chip modules, today announced another major milestone for small RFID readers -- the multi ...

... WJ Communications, Inc. (Nasdaq:WJCI), a leading designer and supplier of RF semiconductors and multi-chip modules, today announced another major milestone for small RFID readers -- the multi-protocol MPR 5000 RFID Card with integral antenna. The MPR 5000 RFID Card is Type II PCMCIA compatible and operates with the EPCglobal(TM) Class 0 and Class 1 RFID standards. The reader works in Type II PCMCIA card sockets. It is an ideal platform for OEMs, systems integrators and others developing host API software for printer, handheld, fixed and other integrated RFID end-products using WJ's recently announced Multi-Protocol MPR 6000 RFID Card. The MPR 5000 is also well matched to small and mid-sized business needs and as such makes RFID more affordable and accessible to such businesses. The Type II PCMCIA package ensures ease of use -- just insert the MPR 5000 card into a PCMCIA Type II slot, load WJ's driver and then read and write tags. WJ will be demonstrating the MPR 5000 at the 2004 EPC Global US Conference held at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore during September 28-30, 2004, booth #505. ...

WJ Communications Inc. is a leading RF semiconductor company focusing on the design and manufacture of high-quality devices and multi-chip modules (MCMs) for telecommunications systems worldwide. WJ's highly reliable amplifier, mixer, RF IC and MCM products are used to transmit and receive signals that enable current and next generation wireless and wireline services.

Active RFID: AeroScout, Inc. Announces AeroScout Japan

From Yahoo News (press release) ... The new company has also certified AeroScout's Wi-Fi-based active RFID products under Japan's ARIB wireless regulations, and installations and trials are ...

... AeroScout, Inc., a pioneer in the field of Enterprise Visibility Solutions, today announced the creation of AeroScout Japan. Based in Tokyo, AeroScout Japan is a joint venture formed to meet the strong demand for wireless location solutions in the Japanese market. In addition, AeroScout today announced the hire of Dave Strauss as its Senior Director of Strategic Accounts. ...

AeroScout provides enterprise visibility solutions that utilize Wi-Fi wireless networking standards to deliver accurate location-based solutions. The AeroScout system includes real-time location services (RTLS), long range active RFID and choke-point visibility all in a single integrated cost-effective infrastructure. AeroScout's standards-based applications locate valuable assets and people in indoor and outdoor environments, enabling customers in numerous industries to drive revenues and cut costs. AeroScout is a privately held company based in San Mateo, CA.

Sun RFID: Sun Microsystems Reduces Cost and Complexity of RFID ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... Establishes Industry's First RFID Focused Partner Offering to Provide Technical and Marketing Resources for ISVs, IHVs and SIs BALTIMORE, EPCglobal US ...

... Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Nasdaq: SUNW), today announced the next phase of its support for the growing Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) market through the availability of several new solutions, including: the Sun(TM) RFID offering for iForce(SM) Partners, the Sun RFID retail compliance program, and an RFID warehouse management solution that combines products and services from Sun, SIS Technologies and SSA Global. Sun will be showcasing its RFID initiatives at the EPCglobal Conference at booth number 212. In addition, as the RFID integrator and key solution provider for Gillette, Sun will be participating in several sessions, along with Gillette, VeriSign and Wal-Mart, to demonstrate how a missing, misrouted, counterfeit or diverted case of Gillete Venus razors can be identified and re-associated with its order. ...

The Sun Java System RFID Software, currently available on the Solaris(TM) Operating System and scheduled for November 2004 on Linux, streamlines the management of RFID hardware including tags and readers. The Java System RFID Software represents a key component of the Sun RFID system strategy, which also includes global client services, global RFID test centers, Sun hardware and storage, and key solution partners for RFID. For more information on Sun Java RFID Software go to http://www.sun.com/rfid.

RFID Security: Managing Security and Uncertainty Now Define the Marketplace ...

From PR Newswire (press release) ... Enhanced Revenues: In addition to providing important security benefits, radio frequency identification (RFID) tags can enable timelier and automatic ...

... After September 11, 2001, the global economy fundamentally changed. Now leaders -- in both government and the private sector -- will be measured by how well they respond to this new period of maximum uncertainty. And according to a new study released by Deloitte & Touche USA LLP, "Prospering in the Secure Economy," national security is not just the responsibility of governments, as private companies are now on the front lines of providing security not only for employees, but the critical infrastructure that supports the global economy. ...

... RFID technology can play a role in homeland security.

Deloitte, one of the nation's leading professional services firms, provides audit, tax, financial advisory services and consulting through nearly 30,000 people in more than 80 U.S. cities. Known as an employer of choice for innovative human resources programs, the firm is dedicated to helping its clients and its people excel. "Deloitte" refers to the associated partnerships of Deloitte & Touche USA LLP (Deloitte & Touche LLP and Deloitte Consulting LLP) and subsidiaries. Deloitte is the U.S. member firm of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu.

RFID Equipment: Intermec RFID Readers First to Receive ETSI RFID Certification for ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... Sept. 27, 2004--RFID equipment by Intermec Technologies Corp. today became the first RFID (radio ...

... RFID equipment by Intermec Technologies Corp. today became the first RFID (radio frequency identification) equipment to comply with the new approved European standard for RFID at UHF. The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) is an independent, non-profit organization officially responsible for standardization of information and communication technologies within Europe. Intermec's IF4 and IF5 RFID readers are compliant to ETSI radio standards for operation in Europe, both under the lower power 0.5W erp (EN300 220) standard and the newly established 2.0W erp (EN302 208) RFID standard, which permits higher RF power. Based in Sophia Antipolis, France, ETSI unites 688 members from 55 countries inside and outside Europe, including manufacturers, network operators, administrations, service providers, research bodies and users. ...

Intermec RFID equipment has been certified by the ETSI organization...

The European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) is an independent, non-profit organization, whose mission is to produce telecommunications standards for today and for the future. Based in Sophia Antipolis (France), the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI) is officially responsible for standardization of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) within Europe. These technologies include telecommunications, broadcasting and related areas such as intelligent transportation and medical electronics. ETSI unites 688 members from 55 countries inside and outside Europe, including manufacturers, network operators, administrations, service providers, research bodies and users - in fact, all the key players in the ICT arena.

ETSI plays a major role in developing a wide range of standards and other technical documentation as Europe's contribution to world-wide ICT standardization. This activity is supplemented by interoperability testing services and other specialisms. ETSI's prime objective is to support global harmonization by providing a forum in which all the key players can contribute actively. ETSI is officially recognized by the European Commission and the EFTA secretariat. ETSI's Members determine the Institute’s work programme, allocate resources and approve its deliverables. As a result, ETSI's activities are closely aligned with market needs and there is wide acceptance of its products. ETSI's standards are built on consensus.

WalMart RFID Compliance: Russell Corporation to Deploy RFID Compliance Package Provided by ...

From Business Wire (press release), CA ... 27, 2004--Russell Activewear, a business unit of Russell Corporation (NYSE:RML), is deploying an RFID compliance solution provided by The Danby Group, a supply ...

... Russell Activewear, a business unit of Russell Corporation (NYSE:RML), is deploying an RFID compliance solution provided by The Danby Group, a supply chain systems integrator, with partner Franwell, an RFID software solutions provider. Franwell's rfid>Genesis solution is developed on GlobeRanger's iMotion(TM) Edgeware(TM) platform. The Danby Group had been working with Russell, a WalMart Top 100 supplier, to upgrade existing barcode technology inside its distribution centers when the retail mandates for RFID from WalMart were announced. ...

WalMart RFID compliance solutions are being tested by Russel Corporation.

Russell Corporation is a leading branded athletic and sporting goods company with over a century of success in marketing athletic uniforms, apparel and equipment for a wide variety of sports, outdoor and fitness activities. The company's brands include: Russell Athletic(R), JERZEES(R), Spalding(R), AAI(R), Huffy Sports(R), Mossy Oak(R), Bike(R), Moving Comfort(R), Dudley(R), Cross Creek(R) and Discus(R). The company's common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol RML.

The Danby Group develops enterprise RF, RFID and batch technology solutions. The company offers systems integration and value-added services to provide a complete turnkey solution. Since 1982, The Danby Group has been supplying Fortune 1000 and the federal government with secure document/inventory tracking systems, FDA compliance and manufacturing data collection systems.

Franwell is a leader in the research, development, and implementation of RFID technology that targets supply chain operations with special emphasis on the perishable foods industry. Franwell engineers have more than 20 years experience providing software solutions for a variety of suppliers, with more than ten years focused on the use of RFID for the purpose of providing real-time inventory visibility. Franwell expertise extends beyond research and development to the practical engineering of radio frequency applications for diverse business requirements. Our RFID systems demonstrate our commitment to provide the best available resources to help businesses reduce supply chain costs today.

EPC RFID Infrastructure: VeriSign Selects Solaris x86 Operating System for Performance ...

From Yahoo News (press release) ... array of services, ranging from Managed Security Services to SMS Message routing to supporting the EPC Network built to enable the burgeoning RFID marketplace. ...

... Sun Microsystems, Inc. (Nasdaq: SUNW - News), today announced that VeriSign, Inc. will deploy the Solaris(TM) Operating System (OS) on AMD® Opteron processor-based systems. VeriSign chose the Solaris OS for Opteron systems based on its proven track record of industrial-strength scalability, low total cost of ownership (TCO), rigorous security and broad platform support on Sun and third-party x86 hardware. ...

Sun is building the EPC RFID infrastructure to support the future state vision of RFID technology...

Since its inception in 1982, a singular vision -- "The Network Is The Computer(TM)" -- has propelled Sun Microsystems, Inc. to its position as a leading provider of industrial-strength hardware, software and services that make the Net work. Sun can be found in more than 100 countries and on the World Wide Web at http://www.sun.com .