Daring to do something big and different takes a combination of courage, faith and self-confidence. A sense of humor and a willingness to experiment and learn from mistakes are other key skills that Preston McElheney and his team at Halifax Linen Service have in abundance.
 
McElheney, president of Halifax Linen in Roanoke Rapids, NC, saw the potential of radio frequency identification (RFID) technology nearly a decade ago after he read about it in a trade magazine article. He decided to move forward with a pilot effort despite skepticism from managers at this family-owned company, including his father ...