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Happy New Predictions for RFID

Tuesday, January 1, 2008

With 2008 barely upon us, we’re getting Crystal-Ball insight into every possible trend from shoes to cell phones to the housing market.

RFID industry research firm RNCOS’ released a report named “European RFID Industry Outlook (2007-2010)” that provides extensive research and rational analysis on RFID industry in Europe.

The purpose: to help clients to analyze the opportunities and factors critical to the success of RFID industry in Europe.

Stay tuned for more! [end] 

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