IoT-Enabled RFID in Supply Chain Management: A Comprehensive Survey and Future Directions
Jannatul Ferdousmou, Mani Prabha, M. Farouk, Md. Samiun, Hasan Mahmud Sozib, Al Modabbir Zaman
Abstract
Radio frequency identification (RFID) has emerged as a pivotal technology in supply chain management (SCM), significantly enhancing its efficiency and effectiveness. When integrated with the internet of things (IoT) to form RFID-IoT, this technology brings transformative advancements to SCM, enabling automated sensing, pervasive computing, and ubiquitous data access across the entire supply chain, from manufacturers and distributors to retailers and consumers. This integration facilitates real-time identification and monitoring of products, enhances various processes, improves logistic tracking, and ensures better product quality management. Despite its promising benefits, the adoption of RFID-IoT in SCM faces several challenges, including technical complexities, data security concerns, and high implementation costs. However, the future potential of RFID-IoT technology remains substantial. It is anticipated that further integration with other emerging technologies, such as block chain and artificial intelligence, will lead to more comprehensive and robust SCM solutions, offering unprecedented levels of transparency, efficiency, and automation in supply chain operations.