As RFID becomes prominent in the logistics world, many
problems face it. One is the lack of technical professionals that are
proficient in the new technology. According to one expert, there are less than
1000 technicians worldwide that qualified to launch RFID technology. This seems
to be hampering the new technology’s roll out. Companies see this as a
hindrance because once RFID is deployed, it still has to be maintained. A
recent study of industry workers states that they believe that there are
insufficient numbers in the RFID technical department and that this will affect
the adoption of RFID. Many think that an industry wide certification program is
needed to enhance RFID skills.
According to preliminary results
of a CompTIA survey conducted in February this year, which polled 56 members from
the industry group, 69.6 percent of the respondents indicated that there is an
insufficient RFID talent pool. Some 64.7 percent also believed that the lack of
skilled individuals will affect the adoption of RFID.
Source: Tan, Lynn. “Skill Shortage Hits RFID Growth.” Business Week Online 13 March
2007.