1 Define your goals!
The first step is to be clear about your goals. Only then does the search for the right technology come into play. No two asset tracking projects are the same. Depending on the purpose, location and process, different technologies such as RFID, Bluetooth or Ultra Wideband can be useful, even in combination. Include the legal requirements in your considerations: Employees may not be tracked in the DACH region.

2 How precise should the tracking be?
One of the differences between the technical solutions is the different levels of accuracy. In warehouses, RFID and ultra-wideband can be a sensible mix, while GPS with Bluetooth can enable precise tracking in the open air. If assets are to be tracked very precisely, an ultra-wideband solution is recommended. Bluetooth can be used for precise indoor tracking.

3. pay attention to the surroundings and environmental influences!
In addition to precision, the environment should also be taken into account. If there are a lot of metal materials in your storage areas, Bluetooth signals will quickly reach their limits on such walls and bounce off surfaces. In this case, Ultra Wideband or RFID should be preferred.

4. consider the price!
If a large number of assets are to be tracked, the price should also be taken into consideration. In such cases, RFID tags are likely to be the cheapest option for mass use. Ultra Wideband is ideal for important assets that must not be lost, are of higher quality and more expensive. If the absence of these assets delays certain operations, the most accurate technology possible should always be used and Ultra Wideband should be preferred.

5. track the most important things first!
When introducing asset tracking in your company, you should first identify and classify the most important assets and tackle the tracking of these assets first. It is also a good idea to roll out from branch to branch and make the asset tracking project a success.

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