Overview
The BLE-based personnel tracking system is ideal for modern office environments, providing real-time tracking of employees and key personnel across open-plan layouts, multi-floor buildings, or corporate campuses. BLE technology offers the advantage of extended ranges, with coverage of up to 900 ft (300 meters) indoors and 5,000 ft (1,500 meters) outdoors. BLE gateways and beacons work together seamlessly to track movement and improve efficiency within professional workspaces, all with minimal maintenance due to the beacons’ battery life of up to 10 years.
Features:
- Adjustable Range: Provides coverage up to 900 ft (300 meters) indoors and 5,000 ft (1,500 meters) outdoors, suitable for both small and large office environments.
- Long Battery Life: BLE beacons have a battery life of up to 10 years, ensuring continuous operation with minimal downtime.
- Rugged Beacons: IP67-rated BLE beacons are designed to withstand daily wear and environmental exposure in various office settings.
- Multiple Power Options for Gateways: BLE gateways can be powered through PoE, battery, solar power, or standard outlets, offering flexibility in installation.
- Beacon Power Options: BLE beacons can be powered by batteries or solar energy, providing versatile and eco-friendly solutions.
- Scalable System: The system can support one or multiple gateways and numerous beacons to accommodate different office sizes and layouts.
Technical Specifications:
- System Range: Adjustable up to 900 ft (300 meters) indoors and up to 5,000 ft (1,500 meters) outdoors.
- Battery Life: BLE beacons last up to 10 years, minimizing the need for frequent replacements.
- Gateway Power Options: Power over Ethernet (PoE), battery, solar power, or standard outlets.
- Beacon Power Options: Battery or solar power.
- Beacon Durability: IP67-rated, suitable for long-term use in office environments.
- Placement Guidelines: BLE gateways should be placed in common areas such as hallways, elevator lobbies, or near open workspaces to ensure optimal coverage. BLE beacons can be worn by personnel or attached to badges or office assets.
Applications:
- Employee Location Tracking: Track personnel throughout the office to improve space utilization and optimize workflow.
- Visitor Management: Monitor guest movements within office spaces, ensuring they are escorted to the appropriate meeting rooms or areas.
- Office Occupancy Monitoring: Collect data on office occupancy rates in real-time to support flexible workplace policies or shared desk arrangements.
- Time and Attendance: Automate timekeeping by tracking employee arrivals and departures within the office.
- Conference Room Management: Track usage of meeting spaces and ensure proper allocation of shared office resources.
Case Studies:
- New York, USA: A large corporate office implemented GAO RFID’s BLE tracking system to monitor personnel flow between departments on multiple floors. The system improved the allocation of shared spaces and increased operational efficiency by reducing wait times for meeting rooms.
- Austin, USA: A tech firm used BLE gateways placed in strategic office locations to track employee attendance and optimize workspace usage. The system’s long-range capabilities allowed the firm to cover an entire multi-building campus.
- Toronto, Canada: A financial institution installed GAO RFID’s BLE system to monitor employee movement across their offices. The system’s scalability allowed integration across different buildings, helping improve workflow while maintaining a discreet tracking system.
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