{"id":987500821,"date":"2025-06-12T12:14:02","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T16:14:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/?p=987500821"},"modified":"2025-06-12T13:33:15","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T17:33:15","slug":"aim-summer-highlights-get-involved-and-stay-connected","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/aim-summer-highlights-get-involved-and-stay-connected\/","title":{"rendered":"AIM Summer Highlights: Get Involved and Stay Connected"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding=”0px|||||” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_post_title _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_post_title][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]

Summer is shaping up to be an exciting season of momentum and collaboration across the AIM community. From educational initiatives to global working group efforts, there\u2019s never been a better time to get involved and take advantage of the connections, knowledge, and leadership opportunities that AIM provides.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Next week, our Young Professionals group will meet on Thursday, June 19th to chart out the initiatives that will guide this community forward. This is a vibrant and growing group of emerging leaders in AIDC who are passionate about building their networks, elevating their voices, and helping shape the future of our industry. If you or someone on your team is interested in participating, reach out to staff liaison Michael Allen to get connected.<\/p>\n

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We\u2019re also thrilled to announce that the Women of AIDC Town Hall will be held on Wednesday, August 20th at 11 AM ET. This open and engaging session provides an opportunity for women across the AIDC industry to share experiences, recognize key leaders in the space, and contribute to a more inclusive future. This meeting will also feature a TBA speaker who will be revealed in the next few weeks.\u00a0 RSVP by contacting staff liaison Bethany Deane<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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On the technical side, the RFID Experts Group (REG) continues its important work in partnership with the Retail Value Chain Federation (RVCF). The group met earlier this week to move forward on a follow-up to the widely used RFID FAQ,<\/a> incorporating a new set of technical questions submitted by RVCF. A call for member comments on this new FAQ is now open and will run through June 20th. If you’re an AIM member and would like to review or contribute, contact Michael Allen<\/a> for access to the documents and comment portal.<\/p>\n

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Looking ahead, the Visibility Technologies Industry Group will meet on Wednesday, June 25th at 10 AM ET. The team is working on an exciting new project: the development of an interactive landing page on the AIM website that will illustrate how a variety of technologies\u2014including barcode, RFID, and IoT\u2014converge to create total supply chain visibility. This page will provide an educational resource for newcomers and experienced professionals alike, showing the value of interoperability and real-time insights from production to the point of sale and beyond. To join the working session and contribute to this initiative, contact Michael Allen<\/a> for an invite.<\/p>\n

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That\u2019s just the beginning of a busy summer. We\u2019re also preparing for our next Technical Symbology Committee (TSC) meeting. This group brings together the world\u2019s top experts in barcode and symbology standards, focusing on technical guidance, best practices, and harmonization with global regulatory frameworks. TSC plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and consistency of data that fuels automation and traceability systems worldwide.<\/p>\n

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Also on the horizon is our continued partnership with PACK EXPO Las Vegas, where AIM will host a special breakfast and educational session to highlight AIDC innovations in packaging, logistics, and manufacturing. We are also planning an expanded rollout of our AIDC 101 and a new 102 Workshop this fall, following great feedback from our recent sessions.<\/p>\n

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If you are already a member, keep an eye on your inbox for Membership Monday emails, where we share the latest opportunities, deadlines, and member-only content. Upcoming editions of our newsletter will also feature insights from our AIM Chapter Meetings held across the globe, spotlighting AIDC developments in key regions and industries.<\/p>\n

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Not yet a member? There has never been a better time to join AIM and become part of this active, global community. Whether you want to lend your voice to shaping standards, network with thought leaders, or help educate the next generation of AIDC professionals, AIM offers the platform to make an impact.<\/p>\n

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To learn more or get involved, contact us at info@aimglobal.org<\/a><\/strong> or visit https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/<\/a><\/strong>. Let\u2019s make this summer a season of progress, connection, and innovation.<\/p>\n

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Summer is shaping up to be an exciting season of momentum and collaboration across the AIM community. From educational initiatives to global working group efforts, there\u2019s never been a better time to get involved and take advantage of the connections, knowledge, and leadership opportunities that AIM provides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Next week, our Young Professionals group will meet on Thursday, June 19th to chart out the initiatives that will guide this community forward. This is a vibrant and growing group of emerging leaders in AIDC who are passionate about building their networks, elevating their voices, and helping shape the future of our industry. If you or someone on your team is interested in participating, reach out to staff liaison Michael Allen to get connected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re also thrilled to announce that the Women of AIDC Town Hall will be held on Wednesday, August 20th at 11 AM ET. This open and engaging session provides an opportunity for women across the AIDC industry to share experiences, recognize key leaders in the space, and contribute to a more inclusive future. This meeting will also feature a TBA speaker who will be revealed in the next few weeks.  RSVP by contacting staff liaison Bethany Deane<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the technical side, the RFID Experts Group (REG) continues its important work in partnership with the Retail Value Chain Federation (RVCF). The group met earlier this week to move forward on a follow-up to the widely used RFID FAQ,<\/a> incorporating a new set of technical questions submitted by RVCF. A call for member comments on this new FAQ is now open and will run through June 20th. If you're an AIM member and would like to review or contribute, contact Michael Allen<\/a> for access to the documents and comment portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking ahead, the Visibility Technologies Industry Group will meet on Wednesday, June 25th at 10 AM ET. The team is working on an exciting new project: the development of an interactive landing page on the AIM website that will illustrate how a variety of technologies\u2014including barcode, RFID, and IoT\u2014converge to create total supply chain visibility. This page will provide an educational resource for newcomers and experienced professionals alike, showing the value of interoperability and real-time insights from production to the point of sale and beyond. To join the working session and contribute to this initiative, contact Michael Allen<\/a> for an invite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s just the beginning of a busy summer. We\u2019re also preparing for our next Technical Symbology Committee (TSC) meeting. This group brings together the world\u2019s top experts in barcode and symbology standards, focusing on technical guidance, best practices, and harmonization with global regulatory frameworks. TSC plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and consistency of data that fuels automation and traceability systems worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also on the horizon is our continued partnership with PACK EXPO Las Vegas, where AIM will host a special breakfast and educational session to highlight AIDC innovations in packaging, logistics, and manufacturing. We are also planning an expanded rollout of our AIDC 101 and a new 102 Workshop this fall, following great feedback from our recent sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you are already a member, keep an eye on your inbox for Membership Monday emails, where we share the latest opportunities, deadlines, and member-only content. Upcoming editions of our newsletter will also feature insights from our AIM Chapter Meetings held across the globe, spotlighting AIDC developments in key regions and industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Not yet a member? There is never been a better time to join AIM and become part of this active, global community. Whether you want to lend your voice to shaping standards, network with thought leaders, or help educate the next generation of AIDC professionals, AIM offers the platform to make an impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more or get involved, contact us at info@aimglobal.org<\/a><\/strong> or visit https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/<\/a><\/strong>. Let\u2019s make this summer a season of progress, connection, and innovation.<\/p>\n","_et_gb_content_width":"","om_disable_all_campaigns":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"_price":"","_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_header":"","_tribe_default_ticket_provider":"","_ticket_start_date":"","_ticket_end_date":"","_tribe_ticket_show_description":"","_tribe_ticket_show_not_going":false,"_tribe_ticket_use_global_stock":"","_tribe_ticket_global_stock_level":"","_global_stock_mode":"","_global_stock_cap":"","_tribe_rsvp_for_event":"","_tribe_ticket_going_count":"","_tribe_ticket_not_going_count":"","_tribe_tickets_list":"[]","_tribe_ticket_has_attendee_info_fields":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[56],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-987500821","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/987500821","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=987500821"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/987500821\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":987500826,"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/987500821\/revisions\/987500826"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=987500821"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=987500821"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aimglobal.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=987500821"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}