A campaign by US and European retailers to fast-track radio frequency identification (RFID) deployment has led to an explosion of interest, but experts warn that claims of fast returns and short-term benefits may be premature.
Sony has introduced its Retail Intelligence concept to enable retailers to source and analyse customer data to maximise store performance.
Distributor First Technology says a recent Audiosure Wharfedale Pro incentive trip to China was initiated to foster better relationships between Audiosure and its retailers.
Consumer goods group National Brands has purchased 16 Panasonic colour document scanners.
There are still barriers to RFID uptake, but the costs of the technology are coming down, says Zebra Technologies.
Nomad Information Systems, in partnership with Internet Solutions (IS), has developed a wireless-based electronic funds transfer system.
Sun Microsystems has released its Java System Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) Software.
SAS solutions can be configured to accept and analyse radio frequency identification (RFID) data.
Deloitte says radio frequency identification could be key to enforcing food processing laws.
UCS Group has bought petrol retail company Branch Software.
Makro has embarked on a trade partner integration initiative with the SAP R/3 Enterprise solution.
Grintek Telecom has developed the Virtuoso electronic voucher distribution (EVD) solution for the management of prepaid services.
Sentech is to make its MyWireless broadband Internet service available through the retail market.