Asset Tracking
We built an intelligent asset tracking system that empowers logistics and asset management professionals to monitor their valuable equipment and inventory across multiple locations in real-time. The system provides end-to-end visibility, from warehouses to field locations, helping organizations prevent asset losses and improve operational efficiency. By automating tracking with advanced IoT and GPS technologies, our solution eliminates manual errors, enhances reporting accuracy, and delivers predictive insights that optimize asset utilization. This comprehensive approach not only reduces operational costs but also helps businesses scale with confidence by maintaining full control over their assets globally.
Challenges
The client struggled with asset losses, delayed reporting, and inefficiencies arising from manual tracking methods like spreadsheets and siloed databases. With assets spread across different cities and sometimes countries, they lacked a unified system that could provide real-time updates. Their teams faced high costs due to misplaced items, theft, and delays in asset recovery, which impacted project timelines and bottom lines. Additionally, they dealt with the challenge of integrating diverse asset types—ranging from vehicles to IT equipment—into a single cohesive tracking system. Resistance to change from staff accustomed to legacy processes and the need for secure data sharing among multiple locations also presented significant hurdles.
Solution
We developed a scalable, cloud-based asset tracking platform integrated with IoT sensors, RFID technology, and GPS tracking. Our solution provided real-time monitoring through a centralized dashboard, complete with automated alerts for unauthorized asset movement and predictive maintenance insights. Field teams were equipped with mobile apps for instant scanning and status updates, while leadership teams gained access to customizable reports and analytics to drive smarter decision-making.
Benefits
With the new system, the client reduced asset loss incidents by 35% in the first six months. Real-time tracking allowed for faster recovery of misplaced items, while predictive analytics helped prevent costly equipment failures. Operational efficiency improved across departments, and the mobile-first approach empowered field staff to update records on the go, reducing manual errors by over 40%. Furthermore, leadership gained real-time dashboards for better decision-making, enabling smarter asset allocation and capital investment planning. The solution also reduced insurance premiums due to improved security controls and provided scalability to track thousands of assets seamlessly as the business expanded.
Tech Stack
- Angular
- Node.js
- AWS IoT
- MongoDB