Shaw Adds Supply Chain Software

Dulles, VA, March 14, 2007--ODIN technologies, provider of RFID for solution design, deployment, and optimization software, said that Shaw Industries contracted ODIN to extend RFID to 37 of its distribution sites around the United States. This will bring the total number of RFID enabled sites to 40. Shaw, a Berkshire Hathaway company, initially engaged ODIN in 2006 to pilot a solution for supply chain visibility and meet retailer compliance. After proving the ROI of the supply chain system the company is leveraging RFID across its United States distribution network based on early pilot success. The RFID-enabled supply chain visibility will drive operational efficiency and improve customer service for Shaw.

"Our proof of concept implementation confirmed our contention that an accurate RFID infrastructure can improve supply chain visibility. When we decided to extend RFID to an additional 37 distribution sites, ODIN technologies was the natural choice because of their exceptional performance during the pilot and unique experience in deploying scalable, multi-site RFID networks. We look forward to leveraging RFID to further improve operational efficiency and customer service," commented Shaw's Jim Nielsen, Manager of Technology Planning.

"Shaw Industries is an innovator in leveraging new technology to improve operational efficiency and provide more value to its customers. We are proud that ODIN's expertise and EasyReader software is providing a tangible business benefit for Shaw and its customers," commented Patrick J. Sweeney II, President and CEO of ODIN technologies. "Clearly another multi-site deployment of RFID shows continued industry maturity and demonstrates that companies are driving tangible business value from RFID."

ODIN technologies is currently deploying an RFID enabled Master Bill of Lading tracking and visibility system that was originally piloted in 2006. With the system, Shaw has real time visibility into the status of trucks and customer orders in its distribution network. This will allow Shaw to be more effective and also provide their customers with accurate feedback on order shipment status. The Master Bill of Lading system will be deployed at an additional seven primary Distribution Centers (DCs) and an additional 30 regional DCs located across the country. ODIN technologies deployed RFID printers and customized secure RFID enclosures. The acceptance testing protocol documented 100% read rates in the pilot and is fully integrated into MQ Series and Shaw's legacy systems.

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