Technological advances have definitely contributed to higher security and deterred crime in many aspects of our day-to-day lives, from surveillance cameras to fingerprint scanning, in public spaces and on private property. There is a great deal of peace and reassurance that can come from new-age security systems. In hospitals, the use of RTLS technology has a big impact on the safety and security of staff and patients alike, with the added benefit of streamlining everyday workflow and tracking important assets to avoid misplacement and, more seriously, theft.

The demand for Bluetooth technology keeps growing, with the rise in popularity of location-based services. Over the next three years, the technology is expected to be in 400 million RTLS devices. This may even increase with the major update to the technology through a direction-finding…

The advantages of RTLS are plentiful to organisations – the monitoring of assets and people can solve logistical bottlenecks and the data generated can improve overall productivity. But it’s not about the business alone; the technology can be a boon to employee safety on a…

Implementing a Real-Time Location System (RTLS) is a big step for any organisation. It can provide a wealth of benefits and improvements to your company and processes. But how do you know you’re selecting the right system for your requirements? No matter what industry your…

In parts of the world that have embraced Industry 4.0, a real-time location system (RTLS) is a necessary part of day-to-day processes, crucial to conducting analyses and for evolving operational performance and increasing output. While its name does give the impression that all it’s good…

Bluetooth low energy (BLE) beacons are devices you will hear about very frequently, as manufacturers transition to Industry 4.0. Beacons are useful in on-premise indoor navigation, monitoring movement of assets and people and in collecting data to improve security and streamline processes. If you’re still…

Global Positioning System (GPS) is a technology we use on a daily basis. We know its main function can have a wide range of uses, for individuals and in industry. Although associated with location monitoring, which it does well outdoors, GPS isn’t reliable for monitoring…