DHL uses RFID for the Asia Pacific mail logistics chain

DHL GLOBAL Mail, Deutsche Post World Net's mail division, has announced the implementation of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology across multiple countries in the Asia Pacific region.

Based on an Automatic Mail Quality Measurement (AMQM) system, this effortis aimed at improving quality control checks for the company's mail logistics chain, a company statement said.

The AMQM system, which has been installed in the mail terminals in Sydney, Hong Kong and Singapore, is said to complement DHL Global Mail's AMQM system in other regions. It provides greater visibility of the mailing process from the point when letters are posted to the last-mile delivery.

RFID tags based on the AMQM system will be utilised on selected international mail pieces between mail hubs, such as Frankfurt to Hong Kong, and between mail hubs and postal operators to regulate quality control on the mail logistics chain.

The data derived from the system will be used to optimise routing options for customers.

Said marketing director Jan-Willem Adrian: "The introduction of the RFID technology into the normally staid mail logistics industry is a testament to our commitment to improve and introduce innovative solutions along the mail value chain."