RFID Sherpas

I’m deeply grateful and humbled to be recognized by Retail Technology Innovation Hub (RTIH) as one of the Top 100 Retail Technology Influencers of 2025. A heartfelt congratulations to my fellow recipients—an inspiring group of professionals, peers, and friends who are helping shape the future of retail. It’s truly an honour to be included alongside you. Each of you brings a unique perspective to the table, and together, you're pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in retail technology. I learn so much from you. It's an honour to be part of this community for a second year in a row. ??Please check out the full list of recipients here: https://lnkd.in/gJ3SvwmF Top 100 Retail Technology Influencers of 2025 include: Trevor Sumner Marshall Kay ShiSh S. Oliver Banks Christine Russo Yael Kochman ??? Tony D'Onofrio Andrew Busby Ron Thurston Carl Boutet Michelle Grant Gary Newbury Richard Hammond Cathy McCabe Michelle Kearns Beck Besecker Nikki Baird Richard Noon Cristina Rutgers-Astolfi Dave Glick Paula Bobbett Caroline Varga Giovanni Zaccariello Scott Thompson Matthew Bradley Megan Ludlow Jo Hickson Carole Kingsbury Karrie Helm Tobias Caterer to name a few! 3D Cloud #retail #retailinnovation #RTIH #top100 #innovation #retailtechnologyinfluencer #globalretail

Thank you to our clients and partners for all of your support and collaboration. Such great things achieved over the past 12 months and we have loved every second of helping so many businesses with their RFID journeys. Amazing to have this nomination for our small, but indeed mighty, team!

SO proud to be part of the RFID Sherpas team!

?? We’re thrilled to share that RFID Sherpas has been nominated for the 2025 Small and Mighty Business Awards! ?? This recognition celebrates the strength, innovation, and incredible contributions of small businesses — and we couldn’t be prouder to be among this year’s award finalists. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible clients and partners for your continued support and collaboration. And a special shout-out to the small and mighty team at RFID Sherpas — you are the best team I could ask for! The awards will be held on May 14, 2025, at Angus Glen Golf Club — and we’re excited to be part of the celebration! Learn more about the Small and Mighty Awards here: https://lnkd.in/gbhiB5aP #SmallAndMightyAwards #SmallBusinessRecognition #Innovation #Entrepreneurship Small & Mighty Summit Katherine Tsang #TRE #TopRetailExpert #TRE2025 #rethinkretail RETHINK Retail #RFID #retail #retailInnovation #Gratitude #Partnership RFID Sherpas SpeedThought Consulting

? Thrilled to share that I had the honor of guest hosting the Season 4 Finale of one of my favorite podcasts, The Retail Razor ?? Show ??! In this episode, I joined CASEY GOLDEN and ?? Ricardo Belmar to reflect on their 2024 predictions—what they got right, what they missed, and what surprised us all! I also took the opportunity to grill them with a few thought-provoking questions about Season 4. ??? Hosting this episode was an incredible experience, and I’m excited to share it with you. I hope you enjoy the conversation, gain new insights into the future of retail, and maybe even learn something that reshapes your perspective on #AI, #RFID, #UnifiedCommerce, and much more. ?? Check it out here: Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/gqc8BvKe Spotify: https://lnkd.in/g74jDdfE Thank you to Ricardo and Casey for inviting me—this was great fun! I hope you will have me back! #retailrazor #ai #tre #rethinkretail #retail #retailtech #innovation RETHINK Retail #rain #RAIN Alliance Ted McCaffrey - Omnichannel Champion Ben Miller Rabble Clothing Matthew Cyr Crave Retail #TopRetailExpert2025 #TRE2025 #RetailInnovation #RFID #TopRetailExpert April Waits Paul Lewis Jonathan Aitken Marshall Kay Dmitry Sokolov James (Jamie) Kress Brent Brown Bruno Bakker Scott Reithmeier Dean Frew Andy 安迪 Baldauf

Are you in the RFID field and looking for an incredible opportunity to work with one of the best in the business? Check out this posting by Jonathan Aitken. I’ve had the privilege of working with the amazing team at Tommy and CK for many years and of knowing and working with Jonathan Aitken as a friend, partner, and client over the past 10 years. His expertise and leadership are unmatched, and I can guarantee you’ll learn and grow every day under his guidance. Happy RFID’ing!

Retailers already leveraging #RFID for inventory management are sitting on an untapped goldmine of data. While often confined to inventory purposes, this data—when combined with #AI—can unlock game-changing #ROI with minimal additional investment. One area ripe for transformation is Loss Prevention (LP) and Asset Protection (AP), where many retailers have yet to fully leverage the power of RFID data. The potential is staggering: AI-driven insights derived from RFID data can revolutionize LP/AP strategies, reducing shrink and improving profitability. After a recent workshop, a client challenged me to create a practical, real-world guide to demonstrate this potential. Challenge accepted. In this article, I’ll share 10 examples that we’re working with our clients on to help them maximize the value of RFID and AI in the LP/AP space. Whether you’re just starting your RFID journey or already a seasoned adopter, I would love to hear about your experiences. #lossprevention #assetprotection #rethinkretail #TRE #TopRetailExpert #retail #apparel #footwear #retailshrink #RFID #artificialintelligence #Machinelearning #AI #ML #retailinnovation

I am deeply humbled to be recognized once again as one of the Top Global Retail Experts by RETHINK Retail for 2025! Standing alongside such an incredible group of industry leaders and visionaries is both inspiring and a privilege. Thank-you RETHINK Retail for the honour and opportunity to be a part of this incredible community of experts. Congratulations to my fellow recipients—your contributions continue to elevate and transform the retail industry, and it’s a joy to celebrate this recognition with all of you. This past year has been an incredible journey of growth and I look forward to continuing that with all of you. A heartfelt thank-you to my clients, colleagues, and the broader retail community for your trust, collaboration, and support. Your partnership fuels my passion and commitment to driving innovation in this dynamic field. Here’s to another year of growth, creativity, and impactful collaboration in the ever-evolving world of retail! ?????? #TopRetailExpert2025 #TRE2025 #RetailInnovation #RFID #TopRetailExpert #rethinkretail #TRE RETHINK Retail April Waits Paul Lewis Ted McCaffrey - Omnichannel Champion Chris Walton Anne Mezzenga ?? Ricardo Belmar CASEY GOLDEN Jonathan Aitken Marshall Kay Dmitry Sokolov Leslie Hand

Another insightful article by our Managing Director, John-Pierre Kamel, explores why SOC 1 and SOC 2 compliance should be a mandatory requirement for all RFID software RFPs. The reasoning is tied to a key use case many retailers strive for: eliminating annual physical inventory counts. When auditors evaluate this transition, one of their first questions is whether the software vendor holds SOC 1 and SOC 2 certifications. Without these certifications, programs often face indefinite delays, with timelines extending by months or even years. This article is focused on helping retailers understand the complexities of working with an Auditor to get this approval. #RFID #RFP #RFID #SOCCompliance #RetailTechnology #InventoryManagement #RetailInnovation #AuditSuccess #RAINRFID #InventoryManagement #RetailAnalytics #SupplyChain #AccuracyMetrics #DataDriven #BusinessInsights #LogisticsOptimization #RetailTech #TRE #rethinkretail #inventory

An article from our Managing Director John-Pierre Kamel on the pros and cons of the most common methods to calculate inventory accuracy. Do you have a preference?