Auto ID group expands remit to RFID

AIM, the global trade association charged with representing the automatic identification industry, is expanding its charter to emphasize mobile computing and RFID (radio frequency identification). AIM's broadened mission is reflected in the association's proposed name change.

Upon ratification by members in March, the organization will be known as AIM - The Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility.

AIM will focus on advocacy and education work related to RFID, mobile computing and bar code technology, particularly their use in the areas of healthcare, security and retail.