Publications / 2000 Proceedings of the 17th ISARC, Taipei, Taiwan
This paper describes the use of radio frequency identification (RFID) for use by constructors as a way to improve the efficiency of construction site operations. An overview of the technology is initially provided. Next, a pilot test related to jobsite material receiving was conducted as part of a Construction Industry Institute research project to investigate the usefulness of this technology in the construction sector. This test demonstrated the usefulness of this technology, in particular, its more robust nature compared to bar code labels. Moreover, RFID?s added feature of data storage was also found to be beneficial during the material receiving process as it reduces the likelihood of scanning a tag more than once. Limitations related to this technology are also presented.