Pliant uses IBM RFID as anti-tampering tool

Pliant is running a pilot RFID program, designed by IBM consultants, to track shipments between the two technical centers and customer sites and detect tampering in its stretch-wrapping products.

The value-added film and flexible packaging manufacturer says it is employing handheld devices to track products and identify potential tampering in real-time.

“The RFID system we’ve implemented provides us with a real-time view of our products’ security and location so we can ensure that we will meet our customers’ expectations, says Doug Lilac, Pliant’s Technical Director for Innovation. “The goal of this program is to commercialize practical and cost-effective bulk packaging solutions that incorporate RFID technology.”