III. Potential Benefits
The simplistic nature of Near Field Communication is where its benefits can be found. Already in many countries abroad, companies and consumers alike are integrating NFC into their lifestyles. Germany has introduced “NFC[-based] ticketing systems for public transportation” (Wikipedia). In China, it’s used everywhere for their public bus systems (Wikipedia). And India is also following suit, implementing “NFC-based transactions [...] in box offices for ticketing purposes” (Wikipedia).
The NFC Forum here in the U.S. is also carefully considering new applications, some of which may be seen as soon as this year. Among these applications are six main types: mobile transactions, authentication, data transfer, technology initiation, digital access and ticketing.
Mobile transactions continue to be the NFC Forum’s main focus, with benefits including wireless purchases by credit card at retail stores and coupons. By using a phone rather than a wallet, purchases are simplified, always available and much more accessible. For example, using taxis and ATM’s will be quicker and more secure.
The simplistic nature of Near Field Communication is where its benefits can be found. Already in many countries abroad, companies and consumers alike are integrating NFC into their lifestyles. Germany has introduced “NFC[-based] ticketing systems for public transportation” (Wikipedia). In China, it’s used everywhere for their public bus systems (Wikipedia). And India is also following suit, implementing “NFC-based transactions [...] in box offices for ticketing purposes” (Wikipedia).
The NFC Forum here in the U.S. is also carefully considering new applications, some of which may be seen as soon as this year. Among these applications are six main types: mobile transactions, authentication, data transfer, technology initiation, digital access and ticketing.
Mobile transactions continue to be the NFC Forum’s main focus, with benefits including wireless purchases by credit card at retail stores and coupons. By using a phone rather than a wallet, purchases are simplified, always available and much more accessible. For example, using taxis and ATM’s will be quicker and more secure.
Authentication is also a major focus, especially among security-based organizations
in both the private and public sectors. Integrating NFC devices into access control
would allow for several applications including building/room access, computer logins,
and locking/unlocking vehicles (Source Security).
Data transfer and technology initiation would be a mainstream success in both business and personal aspects of consumers’ lives. From exchanging business cards, files, and photos, to controlling BluetoothTM devices and more. The wireless/contactless aspects of NFC would bring ease to many digitally based activities that to this day take an exorbitant amount of time.
Today’s society is already seeing signs of digital information access via mobile devices. Technologies like QR Codes and Microsoft’s TAG allow mobile users to scan an unpowered “code” and instantly be delivered or navigated to specific digital information such as websites, videos and more.
And lastly, ticketing will be a key success of NFC if the technology goes mainstream. Accessing, purchasing and scanning tickets wirelessly at movie theaters, sporting events and other attractions will be instrumental in reducing wait times and increasing purchase volumes.
Here's a quick video demo of what Near Field Communication is:
Data transfer and technology initiation would be a mainstream success in both business and personal aspects of consumers’ lives. From exchanging business cards, files, and photos, to controlling BluetoothTM devices and more. The wireless/contactless aspects of NFC would bring ease to many digitally based activities that to this day take an exorbitant amount of time.
Today’s society is already seeing signs of digital information access via mobile devices. Technologies like QR Codes and Microsoft’s TAG allow mobile users to scan an unpowered “code” and instantly be delivered or navigated to specific digital information such as websites, videos and more.
And lastly, ticketing will be a key success of NFC if the technology goes mainstream. Accessing, purchasing and scanning tickets wirelessly at movie theaters, sporting events and other attractions will be instrumental in reducing wait times and increasing purchase volumes.
Here's a quick video demo of what Near Field Communication is:
Works Cited
Near field communication. (n.d.). Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Retrieved
February 28, 2012, from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Near_field_communication
Sa, R. (n.d.). Access control with mobile phones: the future with Near Field Communication. Security Products, Companies, News and Events | SourceSecurity.com - the complete security industry guide. Retrieved February 28, 2012, from http://www.sourcesecurity.com/news/articles/co- 3108-ga.5735.html
Sa, R. (n.d.). Access control with mobile phones: the future with Near Field Communication. Security Products, Companies, News and Events | SourceSecurity.com - the complete security industry guide. Retrieved February 28, 2012, from http://www.sourcesecurity.com/news/articles/co- 3108-ga.5735.html
