Accent Systems presents the asset tracking solution for logistics based on NB-IoT technology. It’s designed to track assets in real-time both indoors (inside warehouses) and outdoors (during transport).

It consists of an IoT tracker that geolocates and collects valuable information from any asset where it is placed. Additionally, it gathers data through various sensors (temperature, shock) and sends it to a platform called Inmolecular, providing immediate and real-time results.

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How to Track Assets Inside Warehouses (Indoor Location)

Knowing the exact location of an asset within a warehouse, if it’s not automated, can be challenging. Our solution offers the possibility of integrating IoT into a warehouse without significant infrastructure or cost deployment.

These two devices are key:

• Beacons → Bluetooth devices installed in strategic locations within the store, registered and located in the IoT platform.
• IoT Tracker → Installed on each pallet, the device acts as a gateway, receiving the Bluetooth signal emitted by the beacons and sending it to the platform where the asset’s position is resolved.

How to Track Assets During Transportation (Outdoor Location)

Once the goods leave the warehouse for transport, you can also track them in real-time. The IoT tracker can be placed on the same pallet (as seen in the previous example) or in strategic locations within the truck, providing its position through various geolocation systems:

WPS (Wifi Positioning System)

GNSS (GLONASS + GPS)

The device not only collects this information, but it also includes a shock detector and a temperature sensor, allowing for more detailed goods management. This information is sent in real-time to the cloud via NarrowBand IoT and can be managed on our platform, Inmolecular, or any other compatible platform.

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Why is IoT Important for Logistics?

Implementing IoT in logistics and goods transport operations allows for monitoring the status of assets, packages, and even people throughout the value chain. It enables measuring asset returns and automating processes for the future, aiming for better quality and predictability while reducing costs. Moreover, quality data analysis can identify opportunities for business improvement.

Why Choose NB-IoT?

NB-IoT is a pioneering technology expected to be deployed across the USA in 2018 (and largely in developed countries), revolutionizing the IoT sector and connected products. It is the first technology focused exclusively on connecting everyday objects that need to send a constant stream of information in small quantities.

Compared to other technologies, NB-IoT offers lower subscription costs for companies or users and reduced battery consumption, optimizing information transfer. Additionally, it has greater indoor and outdoor reach and works with existing mobile phone network antennas.

Accent Systems is a global provider of innovative enterprise IoT solutions, offering a variety of standard products and developing tailored IoT solutions for third parties.