As the Internet of Things has begun to explode in popularity, so has the IoT subset of asset tracking. Companies want to know where their assets are in real-time. It does not matter if those assets are giant freight trucks or small crates of wine. There is value in investing in an asset tracking solution. The key is finding the right solution. Let us take a complete look at all the blogs that have covered this subject.

Where’s my Asset? Logistics

The first industry that we will be reviewing is logistics.

Use Cases of Outdoor GPS Asset Tracking

The evolution of asset tracking now includes outdoor GPS asset tracking solutions, which allow companies to track and monitor assets outdoors and on the road. GPS leverages satellite networks to identify asset locations with greater accuracy. Let’s look at some of the key benefits and use cases of outdoor GPS systems. 
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How AirFinder Enhances Logistics Asset Management

The logistics sector has many use cases in which asset tracking is helpful not only indoors, but outdoors as well. Throughout their operations process, logistics companies are often shipping items and receiving items. This is where having an asset management system that works both indoors and outdoors can come in handy. Link Labs AirFinder Everywhere provides that ability for companies so they no longer must invest in two different platforms. AirFinder Everywhere provides seamless integration so resources such as remote and leased equipment can be located and monitored no matter where they are in real-time.
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3 Factors to Consider When Looking for Affordable Asset Tracking Tags

Different tags have different tracking capabilities. Some tags only allow for indoor tracking, some only allow for outdoor tracking, and others provide both indoor and outdoor tracking. For example, if you’re looking for a solution to track crates throughout the inside of a warehouse only, then an indoor tag will be sufficient for your needs. If you’re looking to track shipping crates throughout a warehouse and on the road, then an indoor/outdoor tag will be the best option. Deciding upon the type of tag needed, alongside the following considerations, will help you make a more informed decision before investing in an asset tracking system.
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How AirFinder SuperTag Improves the Commercial Trucking Industry

Imagine being able to not only transfer commercial goods from point a to point b autonomously but also have the added advantage of knowing their exact location and other information, such as temperature?  This advancement is made possible by the integration of asset tracking systems for commercial trucking.  Let’s take a look at some of the key benefits of implementing this type of system.
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How Battery Life Affects Outdoor GPS Asset Tracking

Communication between devices and satellites requires a significant amount of power. In comparison to other technologies, GPS consumption rates are more than double. One thing that can cause a weak signal is using a device inside of a building. For an asset tracking system to provide locations indoors and outdoors, other technology like Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) needs to be incorporated to make up for that weak signal.
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Outdoor Asset Tracking Batteries Dying? Here’s The Solution

The SuperTag is an easy and affordable industrial IoT (IIoT) solution created to help businesses track and monitor remote assets no matter where they are. The Rechargeable SuperTag has the same capabilities as the regular SuperTag, but instead of replacing the batteries when they die, you just must recharge them!  The average battery life of the Rechargeable SuperTag is up to 3 months depending on how often you need location updates.
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3 Industries Improved by Cold Chain Monitoring Technology

Food, pharmaceuticals, and other temperature-sensitive assets must often travel across the country to reach their final destinations. Along the way, fluctuating temperatures and other environmental conditions threaten to contaminate products and cause distress for both distributors and customers. Thankfully, improved asset tracking solutions are changing the game for industries that must transport perishable assets.
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Why Your Company Needs Outdoor Asset Tracking

Outdoor IoT asset tracking systems allow you to know where your assets are at any time. You can also use outdoor tracking solutions to visualize asset location during shipment. With SuperTag (as part of AirFinder Everywhere), installation is quick and easy. Just attach the tag to your item and go online to finalize the setup. Once connected, you can watch the tag move in tandem with the item(s).
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Why are Warehouses Taking over America?

The rise of online shopping has retailers scrambling to find more space to store and distribute their inventory. Consumers spent $791.70 billion online with U.S. merchants in 2020. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, this is up an incredible 32.4% year over year. That is the highest annual U.S. e-commerce growth in at least two decades. It is also more than double the 15.1% jump in 2019.
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Where’s my Asset? Manufacturing

The second industry that we will be reviewing is manufacturing.

Breaking It Down: Industrial IoT (IIoT) Sensors

How has your company integrated Industrial IoT (IIoT) into its processes? Thousands of companies and countless industries have taken steps to incorporate IIoT into their daily operations to stay ahead of the competition as we step into the fourth industrial revolution. With IIoT, companies can begin to leverage benefits such as improved efficiency, decreased downtime, and improved safety. Let’s take a deeper look into Industrial IoT or IIoT.
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The State of Asset Tracking in the Glass Manufacturing Industry

Glass manufacturing companies traditionally have had antiquated systems in place – either barcode scanners or passive RFID to track manufacturing assets. According to research by McKinsey, most glass company managers and directors know very little about IoT technology and the potential benefits it can provide. Nevertheless, IoT technology, particularly asset tracking, can help with a glass company’s day-to-day operations in various ways.
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Four Key Questions About Smart Manufacturing

Smart manufacturing is a broad category of the use of IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things). IIoT refers to interconnected sensors and instruments working with computers for industrial applications. This technology gives manufacturers visibility all in one place. Managers can see areas of inefficiency and potential issues before they occur. By eliminating the need for manual data entry, accuracy increases. Data is used to identify potential areas of improvement that can prevent downtime caused by shortages or breakdowns.
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Making the Switch from Barcodes to RTLS

Keeping track of inventory is essential for every manufacturing facility. This need has led many companies to invest in an asset tracking system that uses barcode scanning. When you’re running a large manufacturing facility, it’s hard to keep up with all the changes in technology. Barcodes were a great option when they first came out, but are you aware of the other technologies that have become available since then?
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How Manufacturing Plants Use RTLS to Improve Work in Process (WIP) Tracking

Companies and employees alike are continuously searching for ways to improve work processes. Process improvements, such as Work in Process (WIP) tracking, have become more necessary – especially within the manufacturing sector. The hunt for higher yields, less downtime, and fewer accidents is a cycle of continuous improvement. Let’s explore three ways manufacturing processes can be improved through the combination of WIP and Real-Time Location Systems (RTLS).
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Where’s my Asset? Healthcare

How Telehealth is Shaping the Healthcare Industry

Telehealth is a way of utilizing communication technology to be medically serviced virtually. Examples of Telehealth include video conferences, computers, cameras, phone calls, and more. Telehealth is often mistaken for telemedicine. Telehealth is an umbrella term that includes Telemedicine as well as other remote healthcare services. 
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How Asset Tracking Enables Greater Security in Healthcare

Although IoT technology is transforming healthcare environments to be safer and more efficient, it brings a growing host of security concerns that healthcare providers need to address.  Healthcare networks are turning to asset tracking solutions that are both secure and help mitigate growing concerns about new technology implementation.
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Do You Need Help with Your Healthcare Equipment Cannot Find List?

IoT technology in the healthcare industry continues to evolve to maximize efficiency and enable better patient care. In an environment where time is of the essence, it is necessary to keep track of capital equipment in hospitals. Equipment tracking solutions in the healthcare industry can be an advantage for hospitals as they strive to provide the best care possible to their patients. 
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Wrapping it Up

Link Labs has done an extensive comparative analysis on how AirFinder can fit into the asset tracking industry framework.  It has been identified that they are a solution for consumers to track assets. If your company needs an asset management platform, look no further than Link Labs. For more information on the AirFinder system, request a demo today.