Retailer’s RFID trial extended

Marks & Spencer is extending its trial of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology on individual products.

The high-street retailer already uses RFID to track fresh foods in its supply chain. The extension moves further into the next phase of using the technology to improve the availability of multiple-sized items, including women’s underwear and men’s suits.

The firm will this week extend the initial item-level tests, launched last year in nine stores, to another six shops, while a further 36 UK stores are earmarked for pilots before the end of April.