Manufacturing today is increasingly sophisticated and heavily dependent on automated procedures. At the same time, needs to produce a multitude of configurations arise from customer’s side. With this sophistication has come a greater need to monitor products as they go through the production process to achieve efficiencies that lower operating costs. While costs decrease, so too do errors caused by humans as machines are able to produce a higher quota in less time.
Increase Operations Efficiency
HID products and Optima implementing services can help you enhance the efficiencies of your operations. By learning more about your automation processes, you can reduce errors along the production line. Reduced errors mean less waste and better control of supplies and inventory. For instance, our RFID Tags can be stored with information, which can then be read by machines to make the appropriate decisions or track production status based on the data provided, without line of sight between the sensor and the tag on products or carriers.
More efficient manufacturing leads to a lower rate of yield loss. In addition to keeping track of your inventory and helping you avoid unnecessary losses, RFID Tags keep accurate records of the tools used in your manufacturing processes and the maintenance schedules of those tools, optimizing the equipment for a longer life.
For example, automotive manufacturing is a complicated process that can be streamlined through RFID Tags. Production may be halted due to a lack of supply or errors along the line. As a result, every part must be tracked to optimize efficiency and reduce waste. Once the line is back up and running, each part is quickly returned to its stage and completed. In a day and age where customization is king, production needs to be flexible to meet quotas. Cars are not often built the same but have custom specs, which requires each station to combine the right parts for the bespoke car it is making.
OPTIMA Group is a strong partner HID and will work with you to provide the best solutions for your automation and manufacturing identification needs. With many years of manufacturing experience, we understand your requirements and expectations. We work in close cooperation with system integrators around the world to develop systems that meet your most stringent demands. Whether you need standard or customized tags, we can deliver the products you need with exceptional quality and service. HID Global has over 35 years of expertise in contactless technology development and manufacturing. Users and developers worldwide rely on the product line from HID Global for responsive solutions, fast turnaround, dependable quality, and exceptional performance. Our tags are highly readable and designed to work well with a variety of reader control platforms and architectures. When used with a network of readers, our tags provide real-time accurate information on the parts and tools you use in your manufacturing process. Our own production facilities are ISO9001-2015 certified. Key procedures relating to business and quality systems are continually monitored for ongoing improvement which results in the highest quality of products for customers.
Durable Tags
RFID Tags from HID Global are durable enough for the most demanding applications. Whether it is extreme temperatures, harsh chemicals or rough handling, our tags are guaranteed to work and be read quickly to boost speed along the assembly line. HID RFID Tags adhere to the standards of ISO 15693 or UHF EPC Class 1 Gen 2 (RAIN® RFID) and can be provided UV-, flame- or radiation resistant and food compatible. Memory capacity may go up to 8 Kilobytes — the maximum specified by ISO/IEC 15693 or more for UHF Tags.
Embeddable Tags
For use of brand protection and/or automated configuration HID offers custom designed tags to be embedded during manufacturing into goods produced such as filters, tools and cartridges. This allows for contactless configuration of the device where the good is used (printer, drill, medical device, etc.) and prove their authenticity from genuine production.
Condition Monitoring
Active BLE Sensor Beacons and advanced BluZoneTM analytics software form HID can help to wirelessly monitor the vibration and temperature status of production machinery and provide early alerts of failures to reduce downtime and save maintenance costs.
Handheld RFID Readers
While many machines can read RFID Tags from a fixed point during the production line, there are often cases where mobile devices are needed to support inventory and maintenance checks. Many manufacturing environments have storage rooms, outdoor applications and other situations that require a handheld RFID reader. Handheld RFID Readers are appropriately configured to withstand rugged and harsh environments and support a variety of mobile devices or phones to connect to via Bluetooth or USB.
Challenges Relating to the IoT Device.
The number one device challenge is achieving reliable device connectivity across multiple locations with 18% reported by respondents. With many countries banning and effectively prohibiting permanent roaming, achieving global connectivity can be tricky, also some connectivity providers simply cannot offer it as they do not have widespread geographic coverage agreements in multiple regions.
The second biggest challenge was security of devices at 17%. This is followed by ongoing management of the device estate and professional services support at 15%. Only 4% said they have not had to deal with any device challenges with for their IoT initiative.
Security has remained a consistent challenge for businesses over the past three years although in 2023 it is no longer the number one challenge but still in the top three. In 2021 and 2022 security emerged as the number one challenge (39% in 2021, 22% in 2022). In 2023 only 17% agreed this was a major hurdle. Achieving robust end-to-end security from the device to the network is integral but involves a lot of work. There are many layers to IoT security from ensuring the device is physically secure from external threats through to network later security including SIM authentication, and Transport Layer Security. The GSMA IoT SAFE sets common standards for IoT security on how to secure your IoT application and data from ground to cloud.
Benefits of IoT – YoY Comparison Overall
When analysing by vertical, 2023 respondents ranked the following benefits as number one in their respective fields:
EV charging and smart grids:
57% said IoT has enabled the business to enter new markets.
Manufacturing:
62% said IoT has enabled the business to increase revenue.
Healthcare and medical devices:
55% said IoT has enabled the business to increase revenue.
Smart Vending:
53% said IoT has enabled the business to increase revenue.
Supply chain and logistics:
58% said IoT has enabled the business to create operational efficiencies.
The partnership with Optima Group will empower you to make informed decisions, drive innovation, and emerge as a leader in the RFID and digital transformation for IoT space, all while focusing on your core business operations.
Given the market’s current skill shortage, aligning with external experts like us is a strategic advantage. We efficiently bridge skill gaps, enabling you to leverage our expertise without expanding your internal team. In essence, our collaboration paves the way for your successful navigation and growth in the complex world of IoT.
We work with over 200 partners from different industries of activity (retail, FMCG, DIY, telecom, banking, public sector and others), with whom we have built business relationships based on trust and professionalism.