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Tags + Encoding

Trusted tags. Simple encoding. Fast deployment.

TRU works with industry-proven NFC/RFID tags and supports bulk, on-site, or managed encoding. The goal is simple: turn physical units into verifiable assets—without operational drag.

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Core promise
Pick a tag → encode once → enforce outcomes everywhere the unit appears.

Tag options

We recommend tag configurations based on your threat model (counterfeit/returns/diversion), packaging constraints, and where you need enforcement (desk, dock, resale, consumer).

Secure NFC (cryptographic NFC)
High-trust verification for brand protection + returns integrity.
  • • Best for high-risk categories (counterfeit, resale, returns abuse)
  • • Supports strong unit binding + controlled verification outcomes
  • • Works app-free for end users (tap-to-verify)
Note
Exact chip selection depends on threat model, packaging constraints, and experience requirements.
Standard NFC
Cost-effective tap-based identity for lower-risk categories and engagement.
  • • Fast deployment and broad phone compatibility
  • • Good for 'unit awareness' + post-verify experiences
  • • Works well for packaging, inserts, cards, labels
Dual-frequency (NFC + UHF RFID)
Combine phone tap UX with supply-chain scanning.
  • • NFC for consumer + returns desk enforcement
  • • UHF for warehouse and inventory operations
  • • Useful where existing RFID programs already exist
Note
Dual-frequency is ideal when you want enforcement + operations without choosing one or the other.
On-metal / ruggedized options
For difficult environments: metal adjacency, abrasion, heat, outdoor conditions.
  • • Available for tools, equipment, and harsh handling
  • • Designed for reliable reads near metal and during impact/abrasion
  • • Supports the same TRU outcome enforcement model

Supported chips & inlays

TRU works with industry-proven NFC and RFID chips and inlays. Final selection depends on your threat model, form factor, and required enforcement surface.

CategoryCommon examplesTypical use
Secure NFCCryptographic NFC chipsAnti-counterfeit, returns integrity, resale verification
Standard NFCGeneral NFC inlaysUnit awareness, engagement, lower-risk categories
UHF RFIDRAIN-compatible inlaysWarehouse, logistics, inventory scanning
Dual-frequencyNFC + UHF combinationsConsumer + operations in a single tag
Note

Exact chip models and antenna designs are selected during deployment planning to match read range, durability, and packaging constraints.

Common form factors

TRU deployments typically start with the easiest packaging integration and expand as coverage grows.

Labels

Pressure-sensitive labels for packaging and cartons.

Inserts

Cards or inserts for premium packaging.

Hangtags

Retail-friendly attachment for apparel and accessories.

On-product

Durable placements for tools, electronics, equipment.

Encoding options

You choose the operating model. TRU is designed to make encoding operationally simple while keeping unit identity consistent and enforceable.

Bulk encoding (factory / staging)
Who runs it
We encode at scale before shipment to you.
Best for
Fast launch with minimal internal overhead.
  • • High-throughput encoding + QA checks
  • • Serialized unit preparation aligned to your packaging workflow
  • • Ship-ready rolls/sheets/units delivered to your facility
On-site encoding (your facility)
Who runs it
We deploy an encoding station and train your team.
Best for
Teams that want encoding inside their own chain of custody.
  • • Install + configure encoding workflow
  • • Operator training and process controls
  • • Designed to fit existing packaging or kitting lines
Remote / managed encoding
Who runs it
We run encoding operations for you as a managed service.
Best for
Brands that want a hands-off path to scale.
  • • Secure operational process + repeatable QA
  • • Scales up/down with volume
  • • Keeps your internal ops light while expanding coverage

What "encoding" means in TRU

Encoding is the step where a tag becomes a unit identity instrument. TRU is designed so that once the unit is encoded, verification and outcomes are enforced on the rail.

1
Select tag + form factor
Based on packaging constraints and threat model.
2
Encode and bind
Assign unit identity and apply the correct verification policy.
3
Quality checks
Read reliability + policy checks to ensure consistent outcomes.
4
Deploy
Units are ready to verify at returns, service, resale, and consumer touchpoints.
Outcome-first design

The tag is not the product.

The tag is the substrate. TRU is the rail that resolves truth and enforces outcomes. That's why you can deploy quickly and scale without rewriting your entire stack.

Most common buyer question
"Do we need to rebuild our packaging line?"

No. We start with the easiest integration point (label/insert/hangtag) and expand coverage as you prove impact.

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Typical deployment timeline

Most deployments move faster than expected because TRU does not require replatforming or consumer app installs.

Week 1
Scope & tag selection

Confirm threat model, form factor, and enforcement surfaces.

Week 2
Encoding setup

Bulk, on-site, or managed encoding configuration.

Weeks 3-4
Pilot deployment

Limited SKU or region rollout with real enforcement signals.

Weeks 5+
Scale

Expand coverage across products, channels, and regions.

Reality check

Many customers see measurable signal (blocked returns, flagged units, dispute clarity) during the pilot phase.

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