RFID Technology into Logistical Activities : RFID Application in Finland
Rijal, Suvash (2017)
Rijal, Suvash
Yrkeshögskolan Arcada
2017
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https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2017053111585
https://urn.fi/URN:NBN:fi:amk-2017053111585
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Abstract: Digitization and adoption of technology into business operations is higher in Finland.In the field of logistics and supply chain, this journey was already started during the 90s with the implementation of RFID Technology in logistical activities. Since then, there has been ups and downs situation with this technology. This thesis focuses on understanding the present situation of RFID Technology, experiences and expectations of user companies and non-user companies and future growth of RFID Technology in Finland. For the better understanding of the topic, an overview of RFID technology, different cases and various RFID implementations in Finland is discussed in theoretical section. To achieve thesis aim, a survey and interviews were conducted. Survey were answered by companies in Finland like Kone, Havi Logistics, Kovanen Logistics, Zara and Kaukokiito. Interviews were taken with Sami Isomäki, Technology Manager; RFID Lab Finland Ry and Heikki Lathinen, Project Manager; LIMOWA RY. The results obtained in the empirical section of this thesis are to some extent expected and flow along the theoretical section of this thesis.The present position of RFID Technology in Finnish Market is steady and positive. Companies using RFID Technology are satisfied and would like to recommend this technology to other similar companies who can possibly implement this technology in their operations. Also, user companies have experienced several advantages with RFID implementation.Whereas there is a huge gap in understanding this technology by users and non-user companies of RFID. The cost of implementation and other technical and business issues are recognized as major challenges for its implementation. Regarding the future growth, RFID technology is believed to grow in Finnish Market. Barcode and RFID are only two existing technologies in the market that can assist logistical operation. Majority user companies believe that in RFID will replace Barcode in the sector of logistics.
User-experience is positive and concerned authorities are working together to resolve issues with this technology. Therefore, RFID will sooner or later make its outbreak in Finnish Market.
User-experience is positive and concerned authorities are working together to resolve issues with this technology. Therefore, RFID will sooner or later make its outbreak in Finnish Market.