The Interview. Declan Begley of Checkpoint
Checkpoint Systems, a division of CCL Industries, is a global leader in RFID technology, offering end-to-end solutions that help their customers gain real-time visibility and control over their inventory and supply chain. With decades of experience and innovation in the space, Checkpoint is not just supplying RFID labels; it’s helping to redefine how supply chains [...] The post The Interview. Declan Begley of Checkpoint first appeared on Warehouse & Logistics News.
Checkpoint Systems, a division of CCL Industries, is a global leader in RFID technology, offering end-to-end solutions that help their customers gain real-time visibility and control over their inventory and supply chain. With decades of experience and innovation in the space, Checkpoint is not just supplying RFID labels; it’s helping to redefine how supply chains function.
Business Development Director – RFID, Checkpoint Systems UK
Declan Begley, Business Development Director – RFID at Checkpoint Systems UK, talks to Warehouse & Logistics News.
Who are your primary target customers and what are their needs?
In today’s high-speed, high-demand supply chain environment, visibility and efficiency are more critical than ever. From warehouses to store shelves, the pressure to deliver the right product to the right place at the right time has never been greater. That’s where RFID technology comes into play.
RFID technology brings measurable benefits to a wide range of stakeholders across the supply chain. Manufacturers can gain real-time visibility into raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, improving quality control and production efficiency. 3PLs use RFID to streamline warehouse operations, automate receiving and shipping, and reduce manual scanning errors. Distributors and wholesalers benefit from faster, more accurate order processing, while transportation and freight companies can track assets and monitor the condition of goods in transit – critical for temperature-sensitive or high-value shipments.
Retailers and e-commerce operators see substantial value in RFID through improved inventory accuracy, faster fulfilment and enhanced customer satisfaction. In sectors like healthcare, pharmaceuticals and food, RFID ensures traceability, regulatory compliance and product integrity.
From factory floor to retail shelf, RFID delivers the visibility, speed and accuracy needed to compete in today’s fast-moving, data-driven supply chains – making it a powerful tool for any organisation involved in the production, movement, or sale of physical goods.
Checkpoint Systems’ RFID solutions provide granular data at every stage: from manufacturing and distribution to retail environments driving efficiency and accuracy across the supply chain. One of its most significant advantages is inventory accuracy – RFID can deliver up to 99% precision, helping businesses avoid costly out-of-stock and overstock situations. It also accelerates receiving and shipping processes by enabling rapid scanning of entire pallets or cartons, reducing reliance on manual labour and minimising human error. RFID enhances traceability by providing real-time insights into the movement of goods, which supports faster, more transparent logistics decisions. Additionally, it strengthens loss prevention efforts, acting as both a deterrent and a tracking mechanism for reducing shrinkage and theft throughout the supply chain.
Why RFID? Why Now?
The convergence of digital transformation, omnichannel retail and rising consumer expectations makes RFID a strategic imperative. For logistics professionals, RFID is more than a technology – it’s a game-changer that enhances visibility, responsiveness, agility and competitiveness.
The logistics sector is seeing a sharp rise in RFID adoption. According to recent industry reports, global RFID usage in logistics and supply chain applications is projected to grow at double-digit rates over the next five years. As companies strive to optimise fulfilment speed, reduce errors and gain real-time inventory visibility, RFID is emerging as a critical enabler. Major third-party logistics providers, freight forwarders and e-commerce giants are investing heavily in RFID to drive automation, improve traceability and meet tighter service level agreements.
For companies that previously explored RFID but didn’t see full value, now is the time to revisit. The landscape has changed dramatically in recent years: RFID hardware is more affordable and scalable, cloud-based software platforms are easier to integrate, and inlay designs have become more versatile and sustainable. At the same time, supply chain volatility, e-commerce growth, and the demand for real-time inventory data have made the business case stronger than ever. Where early pilots may have fallen short due to cost or complexity, today’s mature solutions from providers like us at Checkpoint Systems, deliver proven ROI across industries.
How are you incorporating innovation into your business?
Checkpoint Systems doesn’t just offer RFID labels, we engineer innovation. Our portfolio of high-performance RFID inlays and specifically designed RFID Hardware is designed for every application, including apparel, logistics, beauty, food and more. With sustainability at the core, our company continues to develop eco-friendly solutions such as inlays with reduced plastic content and recyclable materials.
We also integrate RFID with software analytics, enabling businesses to transform data into action. Our cloud-based platforms provide dashboards and alerts that drive smarter decisions – whether it’s optimising distribution routes or adjusting replenishment strategies.
What makes your company unique in your industry?
It all starts with the tag. Choosing the right tag for your use case is of the utmost importance to any RFID solution and we have invested heavily in tag design, with most of our products achieving ARC Certification. Using ARC-certified RFID tags is essential for reliability and performance in logistics operations. Developed by Auburn University’s RFID Lab, ARC certification ensures that RFID inlays meet rigorous industry standards for quality, consistency, and interoperability across various use cases and environments. In high-volume logistics settings – where thousands of items are scanned daily across different facilities and systems – this certification provides confidence that tags will perform as expected, reducing read errors and improving automation reliability. By choosing ARC-certified inlays, logistics providers can streamline implementation, enhance system compatibility and accelerate ROI from their RFID investment.
At Checkpoint Systems, we are constantly investing in research and development, bringing new innovations and patented RFID technologies to market that push the boundaries of performance, sustainability and efficiency across the supply chain.
Do you have direct contact with customers, and get involved developing solutions?
Working with our customers on a global scale with local insight, Checkpoint Systems operate in over 35 countries and are supported by a strong global production network. We deliver scalable, high-quality RFID solutions wherever they’re needed. At the same time, our local experts collaborate closely with customers to design and implement solutions tailored to their unique supply chain challenges – providing hands-on consultation, seamless integration, and ongoing support every step of the way.
Checkpoint Systems work as trusted advisors, supporting supply chain operators through every stage of their RFID transformation. More than just a technology provider, we deliver long-term partnership, tailored expertise and proven performance to ensure lasting success.
Checkpoint Systems UK
01635 567070
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