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NFC technology gaining traction in transportation

10/06/201210/06/2012 Stephen Vagus

NFC technology may have a future in the world of transportation NFC technology is well known for the role it plays in the emerging industry of mobile commerce as well as its limited use in advertising. The technology is proficient in the field of wireless data transfer, but its capabilities beyond m-commerce and marketing have yet to be heavily tested. NFC technology may have a future in transportation, however, according to New Tech City, an organization focused on the development and use of new technologies. New Tech City talks NFC-equipped…

U.S. government uses QR codes for vehicle tracking system

05/31/2011 Stephen Vagus

QR codes are often associated with some form of marketing. However, the codes can also be used to easily distribute relevant information on a variety of topics. In the past year, QR codes have seen a boom in popularity, becoming much more familiar to the average consumer than in bygone years. They have clear appeal to marketers, but more government agencies are beginning to take note of the codes and how they can be used to connect with citizens and provide them with new and detailed information. The U.S. Department…