What are some of the most common products that have asset tracking devices installed?
And why? Stringham: The most common product we see using this method of security are laptop computers. The main reason is due to the mobility of the device and the cost of the unit. Ross: It really depends on the application. Generally, high-value assets are the first products to be protected. In your typical business this may be items including PCs, projection equipment or office chairs. In addition, any piece of equipment that stores intellectual property, such as a laptop, is a candidate to be tagged and tracked. Warne: A variety of asset tracking systems exist, with various systems designed to fit specific market niches. A common element of these systems is the use of radio frequency identification or RFID technology as the core enabler for asset tracking. In corporate environments, asset tracking solutions generally employ some type of portal identification system along with special asset tags affixed to items to be tracked. In retail stores, readers may take the form of portable
