# Near Field Communication Applications in Logistics

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> Unlike RFID, which operates over several metres, NFC (Near Field Communication) is confined to a range of a few centimetres, effectively requiring physical proximity between tag and reader.

Unlike RFID, which operates over several metres, NFC (Near Field Communication) is confined to a range of a few centimetres, effectively requiring physical proximity between tag and reader. Warehouse operators and freight forwarders use NFC tags for goods receipt confirmation, order picking, inventory checks, and product authentication. As a passive technology, NFC tags need no onboard power supply; an NFC-enabled smartphone or handheld scanner is all the hardware required. This makes NFC well suited to handover points such as loading docks and gate checks, where fast, person-initiated verification is essential. In returns management, NFC enables near-instant checks of product identity and condition.

**Source:** [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Near_Field_Communication#Applications](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Near_Field_Communication#Applications)

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| Property | Value |
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| Term | Near Field Communication Applications in Logistics |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 102 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Near_Field_Communication#Applications |

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