Shift: RFID

As one of the most efficient vehicle manufacturers in North America, Nissan is setting the standard for manufacturing by embracing new technologies to continuously improve processes.

In Canton, Miss., Nissan North America Inc. is deploying the standards-based WhereNet active RFID real-time locating system technology to help automate its inbound supply chain and outbound delivery chain.

Nissan will also deploy an automated gate check-in/out solution known as Fast Gate that supports 24/7 sequenced parts deliveries from Nissan suppliers. Fast Gate senses when a truck is approaching the gate; cross-references detailed information about the truck in a database; and, if authorized, automatically opens the gate to grant entry.