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Checkpoint Developing RFID-Based Fresh Meat Solution

Enables food retailers to lower waste, improve freshness.

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By: DAVID SAVASTANO

Editor, Ink World Magazine

Checkpoint Systems, Inc. announced at NRF’s Annual Convention & EXPO that its RFID-based fresh meat solution, which is in development, is now being piloted by food retailers.   The new solution will combat the multi-billion dollar loss per year of meat products and associated labor costs at food retailers because of expiration. U.S. retailers alone lose $8.8 billion each year due to meat spoilage. EU retailers lose EUR 14.8 billion each year for the same problem.   During a recent pilot,...

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