Enables Real-time Inventory Tracking for Leading Supplier of Retail Store
Fixtures and Display Systems
DALLAS, March 22 /PRNewswire/ -- RFID WORLD BOOTH #1011 -- Store Kraft,
a leading supplier of retail store fixtures and display systems, today
introduced INCOMPASS, a new line of "smart fixture" inventory visibility
solutions from its 5Stat division that takes RFID beyond supply-chain
tracking to real-time inventory. The solution, powered by GlobeRanger's
iMotion Edgeware platform and high-frequency tags from Texas Instruments
Incorporated (NYSE: TXN) (TI), is currently in pilot implementations for
several leading retailers nationwide.
"This new capability offers retailers up-to-the-minute information on
what display items are in stock and which are drawing the most attention,
enabling them to better optimize merchandising practices and increase
sales," said Store Kraft CEO Gary Cook. "By developing this technology
through the manufacturing sector, we have effectively 'un-stacked' the
margins of hardware suppliers, making item-level RFID more affordable and
accessible to end- users."
INCOMPASS leverages GlobeRanger's iMotion platform, along with an RFID
tag attached to each retail item. The transponder, which incorporates
ISO/IEC 15693 silicon from Texas Instruments packaged in different form
factors to accommodate various sizes of tagged items, can be placed behind
wood, metal and plastic fixtures without hampering data exchange.
"RFID is enabling new retail item-level applications like INCOMPASS
that go beyond identification to incorporate the business benefits of
security, authentication and real-time inventory management," said Mikael
Ahlund, director of TI's RFID asset tracking business.
"Store Kraft's innovative INCOMPASS solution is a testament to how
distributed edge-network intelligence can enable virtually unlimited new
capabilities for sales and other traditional business functions," said
GlobeRanger President and CEO Len Chermack. "We're excited to work with
them and Texas Instruments to leverage RFID technologies that provide
tangible and immediate return-on-investment to end-users."
The iMotion(TM) Edgeware(TM) Platform provides the critical software
infrastructure for automation at the edge. Comprehensive and
enterprise-grade, iMotion enables quick, flexible implementation and
effective operation of edge solutions.
About Store Kraft/5Stat
With more than 85 years of experience, Store Kraft is a leading
supplier in the fixture industry, providing smart, integrated technology
solutions that generate a real bottom-line impact.
Its 5Stat division is a leader in digitally-secure access control
solutions. 5 Stat integrates digital control devices for doors and
passageways in concert with access control for room furnishings, store
fixtures, laboratory cabinets and other casework. For further information,
visit http://www.storekraft.com or http://www.5stat.com.
About GlobeRanger
GlobeRanger is the leading provider of RFID, mobility and sensor-based
edge software solutions. Its innovative Edgeware(TM) platform, iMotion(TM),
provides the critical infrastructure layer for managing devices, networks,
data and processes at the edge of the enterprise, enabling real-time
response. iMotion serves as the foundation for GlobeRanger and its partners
to rapidly develop, deploy and manage edge solutions. Founded in 1999,
GlobeRanger is headquartered in Richardson, Texas. For more information,
visit: http://www.GlobeRanger.com.
About Texas Instruments RFid Systems
Texas Instruments is the world's largest integrated manufacturer of
radio frequency identification (RFID) transponders and reader systems.
Capitalizing on its competencies in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing
and microelectronics packaging, TI is a visionary leader and at the
forefront of establishing new markets and international standards for RFID
applications. For more information, contact TI-RFid(TM) Systems at
1-800-962-7343 (North America) or +1 214-567-7343 (International), or visit
the Web site at http://www.ti-rfid.com.
SOURCE GlobeRanger
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Related links:
http://www.GlobeRanger.com
http://www.storekraft.com http://www.5stat.com
http://www.ti-rfid.com
CONTACT:
Brian Muys, +1-301-633-8805,
bmuys@gotostrategic.com, or Troy Gravitt, +1-301-408-4500,
tgravitt@gotostrategic.com, both of Strategic Communications
Group, for GlobeRanger; Paul Fullmer, National Sales Manager,
+1-402-223-1292, Paul_Fullmer@5stat.com, or Tammy Shubert, RFID
Research & Business Development Manager, +1-402-223-1292,
Tammy_Shubert@5stat.com, both of Store Kraft/5Stat; or Kim Novino
of Bridgeman Communications, +1-617-742-7270, kim@bridgeman.com,
for Texas Instruments RFid Systems
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