To better serve its customers at JCK 2012, TracTech Systems has expanded into the ETS (Equipment, Technology and Supplies) pavilion to work directly alongside its strategic partners. These include leading IT and systems support companies including; DCIT, ARMS, BCI, The Edge, Diaspark, Logic Mate and MPI Systems.

To accommodate continued growth in the tech category, ETS is opening on May 31, a full day earlier than the rest of the JCK show and stays open through close on June 4. For a free consultation, contact TracTech Systems at info@tractechsystems.com or call 212-682-4172, and start improving your work flow processes dramatically!

Logic Mate International Inc.

Booth: B6578

Diaspark Inc.

Booth: B6681

ARMS USA

Booth: B6387

DCIT Corporation

Booth: B6353

THE EDGE by Abbott & Shapiro LLC

Booth: B6170

Jewelry Computer Systems

Booth: B6472

Business Computer Systems

Booth: B6382

MPI Systems, Inc.

Booth: B6253

Has RFID hit a tipping point in terms of market adoption? It would appear so, given the strong growth in the amount of companies from all sectors making use of this technology. In 2011, the RFID market value grew to$5.84 billion. However, growth in the RFID market is not equal across the board; several distinct sectors are leading the charge.

Among the fastest-growing sectors is retail apparel, where RFID tags are used to at Point of Sale to enhance security and provide insight into consumer buying habits. Such information is a veritable goldmine for marketers; the combination of decreased losses and increased sales makes a strong case for a strong return on investment for RFID in apparel.

In the jewelry sector, the word on the street is that Wal-Mart has advised its suppliers to become RFID capable by 2014. And when Walmart talks, vendors and other competitive retailers listen. Should the integration of jewelry RFID into Wal-mart and Sams distribution and store operations take place, most experts believe RFID tags would emerge and as a new industry wide standard; requiring those who wish to stay competitive in the jewelry manufacturing, wholesaling and retailer categories to become RFID capable.

TracTech Systems, the leading producer of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) diamond and jewelry inventory management technology, has announced a partnership with The EDGE, a widely acclaimed and comprehensive jewelry store management system designed specifically for independent retail jewelers. In addition to enhancing the abilities of the TracTech RFID inventory management system, The EDGE utilizes the Microsoft .NET Framework, with features such as desktop to internet connectivity, store to store connectivity via the internet and more. EDGE software supports wired and wireless networks and multiple storefronts.

Used by over 1100 stores since its creation in 1987. EDGE software believes that inventory management is the first critical step to a successful retail business. Creating, maintaining and controlling inventory is a top priority in The EDGE software. It is done simply, elegantly and accurately.

“The EDGE software program is used by jewelers who understand and invest in greater store efficiency”, explains TracTech V.P. Sales & Marketing, Tim Murphy. “Now, adding an RFID capability, jewelers using EDGE software with TracTech RFID, jewelers can count and analyze their jewelry inventory in minutes, not hours. That frees up staff hours for critical sales and service activities” With TracTech Systems, The EDGE will be able to serve complete RFID enabled business solutions to its innovation driven retail client base.

www.abbott-jewelry-systems.com/

“Adopting TracTech’s RFID tag system is one of the best things we’ve ever done! Pink Diamond is a high-volume operation; before we installed RFID, we spent hours every day in inventory and processing memo orders. With RFID tags, those hours become minutes, and we can focus on delivering high-quality order fulfillment service.”

- Luis, Los Angeles CA

“The TracTech RFID Inventory System has been extremely beneficial for MK Diamonds. Most impressive are the accuracy and the speed. We can scan a tray of 72 styles in 3-5 seconds. There is no longer any human error in our inventory management and in fact we often find misplaced styles, that employees have put in the wrong tray, because of the TracTech RFID system. Between the time that it saves and the accuracy of the information, the return on our investment has been significant.”

- Los Angeles CA