RFID Experts From Around The World Join Forces In ‘RFID In Construction Consortium’

PRLog (Press Release) - Jun 01, 2009 -
The RFID in Construction Consortium announced today the official formation of this global Consortium specifically designed to collaborate with the construction industry on the safe and effective use of Radio Frequency IDentification (RFID), Automatic Identification and Data Capture (AIDC), sensors and associated wireless-based technologies.

The new board members have committed their real world expertise, research and proficiency in the formation of educational-based programs. “The Consortium includes is some of the best talents from around the world organized to provide the construction industry with the answers they need in order to streamline and improve their current business operations for cost saving and growth strategies.” said Dr. Faria, Florida International University’s Department of Construction Management.

The group consists of construction and technology companies as well as universities experts. Their posts are as follows:
•   Harry P. Pappas - Chairman
•   Dr. Jose Faria- President & CEO
•   Fran Rabuck - Senior VP & COO
•   Ed Koch- VP Industry Adaptation & Strategic Planning
•   Dr. Patrick King - VP & CTO
•   Dr. Boong Yeol Ryoo -VP Education
•   Thomas Tilton - VP Membership Development
•   Evie Bennett -VP Marketing

“With the current state of the global economy it is imperative that proven, advanced technologies are widely utilized during construction to increase efficiency and reduce cost,” said Mr. Koch, Construction Automation, Construction Engineering & Technologies for Bechtel Construction Operations Inc. “RFID technology will provide an opportunity to significantly increase the availability of accurate information for material management as well as other field work processes, leading to better decision-making during project execution.”

“Our job is to bring together the best educators, technologists and construction experts in order to share globally our findings,” said Mr. Pappas, Founder of the ‘RFID in Construction Consortium’ and Founder & CEO of The International RFID Business Association. “We are pleased to offer a ‘Holistic’ approach to the use of RFID, sensors,  and wireless technologies to the global construction industry through our high quality, educational programs that will better enable the end user community to successfully implement these technologies in their enterprise for improved operating efficiencies at all levels.”