Glossary: Segmental numbering schemes

Barcode numbering schemes are segmented for better accuracy and data handling. Schemes for large and ultra large numbers of RFID tags use segmented numbering, to some extent mimicking barcodes. For example a barcode numbering scheme may involve four tranches of numbers respectively representing manufacturer, type of product etc and the EPC RFID numbering system mimics this with a far larger choice of identities.