Application of Radio frequency identification technique in Developing Countries

Abstract

Abstract Radio frequency identification (RFID) technique is a practice for managing the supply Chain of healthcare. Technique of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) not just offers following ability of different resources continuously, yet in addition gives productive and exact access to healthcare information for specialists and other experts of healthcare sector. The primary challenge faced by RFID is its acceptance and utilization by doctors and medical attendants only. This paper utilizes semi-organized questionnaires on RFID advisors, scientists, and medical hospitals directors/doctors. Information was gathered from 150 doctors and attendants/nurses. The development of RFID adoption in the developing countries is still in the initial phase. The significant barriers, advantages, application and critical success factors of RFID have been recognized in this paper. This study adds to the developing interest for understanding the RFID adoption in the healthcare services industry. The motivation behind this research is to understand the current opportunities, potential advantages of RFID adoption in Indian healthcare industry.