APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) — Question 326

A benefit of using radio frequency identification (RFID) instead of bar coding would be:

Answer options

• A. lower cost
• B. decreased cycle count requirements
• C. the ability to read multiple items
• D. the ability to locate an individual item in a warehouse

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C because RFID technology allows for the simultaneous reading of multiple tags without direct line of sight, unlike bar codes which require scanning one at a time. Options A and B do not specifically highlight RFID's unique capabilities, and option D, while a feature of RFID, does not encompass the broader benefit of reading multiple items efficiently.