RFID Mandates

Meet RFID Tag Mandate Requirements

At atlasRFIDstore, we can help!

RFID is complicated, and so are retail tag mandates. Our goal is to streamline RFID compliance and layout a simple process to help suppliers get the RFID tags they need, so they can get back to doing what they do best – providing exceptional quality items to everyday consumers through retailers.

We are able to do this because we know RFID - we’ve been in the RFID industry for nearly two decades. Not only that, but we’ve worked alongside the Auburn ARC Lab from its conception, and we’ve worked with retail giants like Walmart to understand their individual playbooks and unique systems.

Not every RFID tag mandate is the same, and neither is every retail supplier. Whether you are providing clothes for Nordstrom, electronics for Walmart, or specialty sports gear for Dick's Sporting Goods - we can help you.

If you are ready to get started, contact our team today, or give us a call at 205-490-8839!

Let us help you simplify the process - from start to finish.

We have a plan...

Retail Tag Mandate Process

We’ve helped dozens of retail suppliers with their RFID tag needs and created a simplified process that puts you and your customer's needs first. We work to eliminate stress points and keep the technical jargon to a minimum so we can guarantee success.

We Listen & Provide Options

First, we want to know about the products you supply to your retail customer(s). Please share details like department, department subcategory, packaging type, and estimated annual quantity. With this info, we'll recommend a product that fits within specs and is suitable for your product.

Provide ARC Approval Guidance

Once you receive the tag samples, you'll need to complete the ARC Approval Submission form found in the retailer's RFID playbook. Thoroughly complete the form, print it, and send it with at least 5 sample tags to the Auburn RFID Lab. If this step feels daunting, don't fret—we're here to guide you!

Send You Custom Samples

Once we've settled on a tag that fits the spec and your product, we can encode and print the chosen tag to meet the requirements provided by the retailer. We'll then send these samples out to you for the next step in the process.

Set You Up for Success

While we await tag approval, we'll discuss your ongoing RFID tag needs. This includes assessing your quantity and delivery requirements and deciding whether Atlas's team should handle printing and encoding or if we can support you in setting up an in-house printing and encoding solution.


Let Us Help You With Retail Tag Mandates

Introductions aside, lets jump in and get started. Fill out this form below, or reach out to us directly via email at sales@atlasRFIDstore.com, chat with our team now, or give us a call at 205-490-8839. We also have a call booking page where you can specify the time that works best for you!


Designed for retail product suppliers, this custom sample pack offers up to 20 individual RFID tags that comply with the current RFID tag mandates from Walmart. Customized to offer inlays certified across a variety of ARC Specs, this sample pack is ideal for home goods, sporting goods, toys, and electronics manufacturers/suppliers. Upon order completion, you will be contacted by a highly-experienced Atlas Account Manager to determine the exact variety of tags that best fits your application based on your product type, department, packaging, and size requirements.

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Let's work together

Why Work With atlasRFIDstore?

At atlasRFIDstore, the customer experience is our top priority. We’ve worked with over 50% of the Fortune 100 and served over 75,000 customers in 100+ countries. We offer end-to-end service, from the first point of contact, through the entire ordering process, and beyond.

We have a top-notch, in-house professional services team that can help you print and program many different RFID labels and tags.  After nearly two decades in the industry, we strive to be good, honest ambassadors of RFID, barcode, and IoT technology.


RFID Tag Mandate Partners

Retailers We Have Worked With

Here at atlasRFIDstore, we have worked with retail suppliers that ship items to Walmart, Nordstrom, Macy's, Dick's Sporting Goods, Dillard's, and BJ's Wholesale. While Walmart was significantly ahead of the curve, these other retailers aren't far behind, and more will be jumping on board.


Learn more

Retail Tag Mandate Resources

Take a look at some of our most popular resources that shed light on both the Retail Tag Mandates and the Auburn ARC RFID Lab. If you have any questions about these, contact us at any time.


Checklist: ARC Approval Process

This checklist contains information about the ARC Approval Process, including required information so that you have all the details before the submission process.


Infographic: What Should You Know About RFID Retail Mandates?

In this infographic we walk suppliers through what they need to know about these mandates and the easiest way to meet the requirements in 7 easy steps.


atlasRFIDstore's Available RFID Services

At atlasRFIDstore, we provide a variety of services for retail suppliers that must conform with an RFID Tag Mandate. Check out all of our available services below.