Korea SME Technology Innovation Program (export-oriented) project: smart RFID labels and sewing systems for fashion tech RFID-X: NFC and UHF on one chip, 7 registered patents
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How we work

We work in four steps, from assessment to operation. For each step, here is what we do and what we'll need from you.

Four steps

From assessment to operation

  1. 01

    Assess

    We look at your store layout, products and current equipment.

    What we do
    • We use floor plans and photos to locate your entrances, rails and tables, checkouts and stockroom
    • We learn which tags and labels you use now and how you manage stock
    • If needed, we visit the store in person
    What to have ready
    • Store floor plans or photos
    • The products you carry and rough quantities
    • The equipment and labels you use now
    You getStore assessment notes
  2. 02

    Design

    We choose the equipment, where it goes and how many.

    What we do
    • We choose what your store needs from RFID, EAS and ESL
    • We mark the position and number of readers, gates and labels on the floor plan
    • We test sample labels on your actual products
    What to have ready
    • A few products to test with
    • Your preferred timeline and budget range
    You getEquipment layout and quote
  3. 03

    Install & tune

    We tune reader power and labels to your store.

    What we do
    • We install and wire the equipment
    • We adjust reader power and antenna direction for your store
    • Staff training (stock counts, checkout and responding to gate alarms)
    What to have ready
    • Dates and times that work for installation
    • Where your power and network points are
    You getInstallation checklist and staff training
  4. 04

    Run & expand

    We refine it in use, then roll it out to more stores.

    What we do
    • We find and fix spots where reads are weak
    • We refine how you use it, based on your stock records
    • We roll out the setup from your first store to your other stores
    What to have ready
    • Anything that's awkward in daily use
    • A list of stores to roll out to
    You getOperations review and expansion plan
How we work with you

From label to store, one company handles it

Garments being sewn on the +82FACTORY sewing line
LabelsWe make the labels ourselvesKOREANFRIENDS develops the RFID-X label, and our +82FACTORY sewing line sews it into each garment.
The entrance of a clothing store
EquipmentWe choose equipment to fit your storeWe select and supply readers, gates and electronic shelf labels to suit your store layout and products.
The KOREANFRIENDS team at work
OperationsWe install it and run it with youWe stay with you through installation, staff training and operations reviews. Once the first store is up and running, we expand to the next.

Frequently asked questions

Can we start with just one store?

Yes. It's common to start in one store, then roll out the setup chosen there to the others.

How long does it take?

It depends on the size of the store and the amount of equipment. Once the assessment is done, we give you a schedule.

Can it connect to the systems we use now?

We look at your current inventory and sales systems during the assessment and decide how to connect them.

Can I buy just the labels?

Yes. We also supply RFID-X labels, hang tags and sticker labels on their own. Tell us what kind of garments they're for, and we'll send samples first.

Start with one floor plan

Once we have a floor plan or photos, we start with store assessment notes.