What are the advantages of RF vs. other data collection methods?

The main advantage of an RF system is the real-time aspect. Information is on demand and in the users hand at all times. For example, the user can receive direction from a warehouse management system that informs what product to pull next, if a wrong item was scanned or suggest replacements if inventory is out. This will greatly reduce human error and solve problems instantly rather then finding out something is wrong down the road.

One common example of the use of RF real-time technology is in warehouse and distribution center systems. Real-time interaction with your WMS system will allow the system to make users most efficient by directing their picking process, suggesting alternative products (and location) at the spur of the moment, interleaving cycle counts with order picking, or even put-away with picking. With a RF network leveraging your investment, you can realize real-time labor savings and instant system updates to maintain inventory levels more accurately. Real-time interaction with your IT systems is the most logical choice for making your business more responsive and efficient.