The value that RFID brings to any enterprise has been established through many pilots conducted around the world. These benefits become even more apparent when companies move from the pilot stage into the production. In order to derive maximum benefits from the technology and to keep costs to a minimum, enterprises are realizing that greater and simplified integration with backend systems is a must. The need for flexibility to support multiple supply chain processes is vital for RFID initiatives to be successful. Coupled with this, there is the requirement to manage huge volumes of data that would be generated as a result of introducing RFID. By adopting the principles of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) as a means of addressing this integration problem, the transition is smoothed and significant process enhancements can be gained.
