Now in its fifth edition, the handbook of logistics and distribution management covers the full scope of logistics and distribution, providing a broad strategic framework for planning as well as a clear and straightforward description of the basic functions and elements. Rfid reader works as a central place for the rfid system. A preliminary investigation on the application of secure rfid fordisaster management hasalso been presented in baldini et al. Sheu 2007 stated the challenges of emergency logistics management in the context of disaster. Using rfid for supply chain management departement d. Is rfid applicable in supply chain risk management. Since the uses for rfid tags are so widespread, there is a large interest in lowering the costs for producing them. Humanitarian logistics is an essential element of disaster management, and it presents many challenges due to the unique disaster relief environment.
Relief refers to the emergency food, shelter and services provided in the immediate aftermath of a natural or manmade disaster. Coli outbreak that sickened 200 people nearly a decade ago, radio frequency identification rfid technology has emerged as a promising tool in the food supply chain. How can rfid technology be used in the book library. Zebra rfid solutions brochure 4 hf highfrequency smart label printerencoders r2844z the compact r2844z printerencoder, which supports the widest range of.
Fundamental questions in humanitarian logistics framing and synthesizing knowledge derived from both theory and practice, which can be quantitative as well as qualitative, in humanitarian logistics has now begun and the importance of this new branch of logistics and supply chain management needs to. Radiofrequency identification rfid technology has been increasingly considered to improve the efficiency of supply chain management. They also mentioned that the rates of errors and thefts decrease. Intechsecure rfid for humanitarian logistics radio. Implementation of rfid tracking across the entire supply chain ville hinkka a doctoral dissertation completed for the degree of doctor of science technology to be defended, with the permission of the aalto university school of science, at a public examination held at the lecture hall as1 of the school on the 11th october 20 at 12 oclock. A concern exists among physicians in terms of how to protect such private. Radiofrequency identification enables process automation, reducing the need for manual labor, speeding the completion of critical business processes and simultaneously increasing process security. The chips can be inserted in tags, cards, or even living beings. The semipassive rfid tag used in the fastlane and ezpass electronic toll. Information technology in humanitarian logistics and supply chain management.
According to the rfid knowledgebase, a research service, us libraries lead the world in rfid use, with the uk and japan equal second. Humanitarian logistics plays an important role in preparing for, responding to, and recovering from suddenonset disasters and addressing longterm development issues. Although logistics has been mostly utilized in commercial supply chains, it is also an important. Greenhalgh, claudia hudspeth, phillips limlim, anna spindler article information. Journal of humanitarian logistics and supply chain management emerald article.
An rfid tag typically comprises a microchip and an antenna. Rfid is the use of wireless signals to transfer data between microchips. Dod uses rfid for logistics tracking defense systems. Provided that logistics operations in the emergency response are effective and efficient, the impact of disasters on affected populations can be drastically reduced. Information technology in humanitarian logistics and. The rfid tag attached with the books contains the book number. In order to stay competitive, more than 200,000 manufacturers and suppliers must develop strategies for integrating rfid technologies into their supply chains. Over the years, rfid research has resulted in many concrete achievements and also contributed to the creation of communities that bring scientists and engineers together with users. Such supply chains can be broadly classified into two categories. Security and reliability of rfid technology in supply. Contents preface to the third edition xi list of abbreviations xiii 1 introduction 1 1. Applications of rfid in logistics and supply chains.
Managing disaster supply chains with rfid for humanitarian. It turns out that printing tags might become a viable alternative to traditional production. A guide to radio frequency identification by pedro m. Radio frequency identification is already established in the realm of defense logistics, helping to keep tabs on the mountains of materiel moved through the military services supply chain. The whole device including the chip is packaged as a paperthin adhesive label which may come in a variety of shapes and sizes appropriate to the labelling of books, videos, dvds and cds etc. Pdf on jun 15, 2011, gianmarco baldini and others published secure rfid for humanitarian logistics find, read and cite all the research you need on. Intechsecure rfid for humanitarian logistics free download as pdf file. Supply chain logistics and inventory control studies. Pdf secure rfid for humanitarian logistics researchgate. Rfid 2005 iit bombay 18 rfid applications manufacturing and processing inventory and production process monitoring warehouse order fulfillment supply chain management inventory tracking systems logistics management retail inventory control and customer insight. Journal of humanitarian logistics and supply chain. The objective of this training is to enhance the effectiveness of emergency response to vulnerable populations worldwide by improving the professional skills of logisticians working in the humanitarian field. Security and reliability of rfid technology in supply chain management. This is the first book that has integrated effective approaches in humanitarian logistics and business supply chain management in a most instructive and inspiring manner, and both sectors can learn so much from it.
Attach means peel of the adhesive label based tag and stick it on the book. Rfid is used to quickly check books in and out of libraries. Radio frequency identification rfid, a method of remotely storing and receiving data using devices called rfid tags, brings many real business benefits to today worlds organizations. The management of humanitarian logistics operations involves many challenges such as conflicting objectives from multiple stakeholders, coordination and collaboration, high. The manual is aimed at all those who work in emergency management. Rfid radio frequency identification technology can be expressed in the most universal manner as wireless identi fication technology, which does not need. Reyes mcgrawhill education, 2011 176 pages written by the director of baylor universitys center for excellence in supply chain management, this book aims to help businesspeople decide whether, when and how to use rfid technology to improve supply chain management processes.
Key performance indicators in humanitarian logistics. A new paper published by the auburn university rfid lab suggests the two technologies could help retailers, brand owners and logistics providers reduce counterfeiting, shrink and chargebacks. A certification programme for those working in humanitarian logistics dorothea carvalho 10 logistics operational guide. Dole foods launched an rfid tracking initiative in 2006 to improve traceability and product safety. Yossi sheffis landmark book offers managers a comprehensive approach to. Key performance indicators in humanitarian logistics by anne leslie davidson submitted to the engineering systems division on may 19, 2006, in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of master of engineering in logistics executive summary when disasters strike, relief organizations respond by delivering aid to those in need. First, logistics and management aspects of rfid technologies in the context of the emergency disaster relief framework are discussed. Scribd is the worlds largest social reading and publishing site. In this paper, first the main characteristics of rfid technology are provided.
Then, mcshic model proposed to determine the optimal emer. This multicontributor volume includes insights from some of the worlds leading experts in disaster relief. Defining humanitarian logistics humanitarian logistics is a branch of logistics that specializes in all support e. Think of these as barcodes epc tags a whole lot of use even with just that. Humanitarian logistics examines the key challenges facing those whose role it is to organize and distribute resources in the most difficult of situations.
Humanitarian logistics new directions in informatics. Radio frequency identification, rfid, rfid tags, electronic product codes, epc, supply. Supply and demand in a humanitarian supply chain commerce. That same year, a total of 414 natural disasters affected 211 million people. Moderating roles of size, barcode experience and government support abstract due to globalization, logistics has become an important part in the supply chain. Indicative of the increasing penetration of rfid adoption in logistics is the fact that rfid has already started to be used with leverage in. Radio frequency identification rfid tags and readers plays an important role in tracking the disaster relief supplies sent from humanitarian organisations to distribution centres dcs, to local governments and finally to the points of distribution pod. A secure and efficient inventory management system for. The books will be searched with the help of the rfid handheld reader using any of the parameters like book no. Designing and deploying rfid applications intechopen.
Radiofrequency identification rfid is a concept that was initially patented in the 1970s, but the technology to enable it was much too expensive to allow for commercial developments. Humanitarian logistics and relief supply chain management is a relatively new area of. Humanitarian logistics is a branch of logistics which. Humanitarian logistics melanie miller 6 the womens institute for supply chain excellence 8 raising the profile of professional logisticians. Humanitarian supply management and logistics in the health sector. The certification is the recognized best practice for training in humanitarian logistics and management of the supply chain. The findings from the research survey shows that there is an awareness of the importance of humanitarian logistics in the sector, but the results also show that only half 50% of the participants of the survey reported. It reads tags data through the rfid antennas at a certain frequency 7, 9. Enabling disaster response, fritz institute 4 most global humanitarian organizations engage in a mix of development and relief activities 4. The company used rfid and gps to track vegetables from harvest through processing.
But rfid applications are also moving beyond those needed for supply chain visibility. Radio frequency identification rfid in supply chain. Using rfid tags to track library books could increase security and ease laborious stock takes. By gianmarco baldini, franco oliveri, hermann seuschek, erwin hess and michael braun. Humanitarian logistics examines the challenges facing those whose role it is to organize and distribute resources in difficult situations. The handbook of logistics and distribution management. It examines key issues including warehousing, procurement, and funding.
Securing disaster supply chains with cryptography enhanced rfid. A joint publication of the emergency preparedness and disaster relief coordination. Secure rfid can prevent the tampering or replacement of the shipment through cloning of the rfid. The purpose of this paper is to propose and describe the application of secure rfid technology to improve the. Radio frequency identification rfid tagging is now mandated by the department of defense and many of the worlds largest retailers including walmart. Following the recent dramatic rise in both natural and manmade disasters, humanitarian logistics has received increasing interest from both logistics researchers and practitioners.