application of rfid technology for quality management in production and distribution frozen food products ergin erdem north dakota state university applications center october 17 2006 agenda introduction industry sensors wireless micro integration objective the research direction at benefits main issues challenges conclusion us total retail sales reached 26 6 billion dollars 2001 it indicates 1 growth compared to 2000 meat increased by 13 2 3 are made service operations cont d breakdown 2003 4 9 23 10 bread dough breakfast foods novelties ice cream dessert fruit toppings juices drinks pizza snacks prepared seafood vegetables affi used sense changes property surrounding environment based on obtained information necessary action can be taken generally consists two units