CompTIA-led group strives for vendor-neutral RFID certification

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill.-Six radio-frequency identification companies are joining with the Computing Technology Industry Association to develop a vendor-neutral RFID certification, according to CompTIA.

Organizations that have joined the effort included Briljent L.L.C., ODIN Technologies, RFID4U, RFID Journal, Sparkice and Symbol Technologies Inc.

The companies this week will begin the RFID certification development process, including defining its scope, target audience and required job skills.

The certification is expected to be available late this year or early next year.