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PRODUCTION TRACKING

Boost operational efficiency with real-time location systems (RTLS) and automated order tracking for full transparency and traceability. Enhance assembly automation to increase speed, optimize quality, and maximize output. RTLS tracks assets, improving workflows, and reducing waste and downtime.

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Boost Manufacturing Efficiency with Precise Location Tracking & Status Monitoring

Real-time Location Systems (RTLS) play a crucial role in optimizing production processes in the modern Smart Factory. By integrating material flow, information flow, automation, and process optimization with real-time location tracking, RTLS provides visibility and transparency in manufacturing. RTLS enables real-time tracking of equipment locations and progress, allowing managers to identify resource misallocations and improvement areas. With fast data capture and analysis, managers can deploy resources rapidly and prevent costly errors. Automated asset tracking reduces the need for manual data entry, lowering labor costs and contributing to optimizing production processes. By using RTLS in production tracking, manufacturing companies can increase efficiency, flexibility, and transparency while improving quality standards and OEE. With a high ROI, RTLS is the perfect solution to achieve a highly efficient, digitally connected, flexible, transparent shop floor.

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Benefits of RTLS for Production Tracking

  • Enhanced Operational Efficiency
    • Real-time tracking streamlines work-in-progress, tool, and resource management.
    • Efficient resource utilization and quick identification of maintenance needs contribute to smoother operations.
    • Rapid identification of resource misallocations and areas for improvement.
  • Improved Production Oversight
    • Increased transparency in production status and early bottleneck identification lead to better decision-making.
    • Real-time notifications enable immediate responses, reducing delays and ensuring production continuity.
    • Consistent integration of material and information flow.
    • Automated asset tracking reduces manual data entry, lowering labor costs.
  • Quality Assurance and Cost Reduction
    • Automated data entry and quality assurance prevent errors, reducing rework costs.
    • Overall, the integrated system enhances the manufacturing process's quality, correctness, and efficiency.

Example Uses for
Production Tracking Software

  • Continuous Production Tracking


    Enable continuous real-time tracking of products and assemblies to ensure immediate visibility of production status, early detection of bottlenecks, and quicker response to delays.
  • Automated Plausibility Check for Components and Assemblies

    Automate plausibility checks for components and assemblies to ensure correct configuration, reduce rework, and maintain consistent quality and accuracy.
  • Automated Tool Release


    Improve assembly quality by automating manual processes and enabling intelligent real-time tool release for precise control.
  • Tool and Resource Tracking


    Precisely track tools, machines, and other resources within the production environment to optimize resource utilization and prevent losses or theft.
  • Automated Production Order Bookings


    Track every movement within the production environment in real-time, reduce manual booking processes, and integrate seamlessly with third-party systems.
  • Real-time Notifications and Material Supply


    Keep production managers informed about critical process steps, quality issues, and material requirements in real-time, enabling quick responses and reducing production stoppages.
  • Process Rules and Automatic Process Triggers

    Automate responses to assembly errors with process rules and triggers that ensure quality and correctness throughout the entire production cycle. Set up geofences and triggers to access order-specific information and initiate additional setup processes, improving operational efficiency.

How Production Tracking Works with Inpixon RTLS

Inpixon RTLS enhances production tracking by providing a comprehensive real-time view of the entire manufacturing process through its advanced RTLS platform. This platform leverages nodes and tags placed strategically within the production environment to continuously monitor the position and movement of products, tools, and resources. The tags, attached to key assets, communicate with the nodes to relay precise location data back to the RTLS platform, which processes this information to create an up-to-the-minute map of all ongoing production activities. This system enables the instant detection of workflow disruptions, such as bottlenecks or delays, and facilitates rapid corrective actions. Moreover, the RTLS platform integrates seamlessly with third-party systems, automating data capture and ensuring that production information is always up-to-date and accurate. By minimizing manual interventions and reducing errors, Inpixon RTLS provides manufacturers with full visibility into their production processes, ultimately improving efficiency, quality, and overall operational performance.

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Production Tracking Building Blocks

Every business has unique production tracking needs. That’s why we designed our RTLS platform to be highly flexible and adaptable, enabling you to utilize a variety of technologies for a wide range of production tracking applications. Our platform integrates effortlessly with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), asset management systems, IoT platforms, and other external solutions, offering customized, location-aware hardware and software to address your specific production challenges.
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    RTLS Platform

    Meet the award-winning Inpixon RTLS platform, providing real-time positioning of whatever it is you need to track in order to achieve improved operational efficiencies, reduced costs, and enhanced worker safety. Automate and streamline processes to gain actionable insights for strategic business decisions while enhancing overall equipment effectiveness in manufacturing and intralogistics. The technology-agnostic platform seamlessly integrates positioning and identification data from various RTLS technologies and other sources (IoT, etc.) with ERP, MES, WMS, and other systems.

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    RTLS Node UWB

    The RTLS NODE UWB is a fixed antenna system for real-time indoor positioning. This powerful UWB positioning antenna offers precise ±40 cm location accuracy and features an internal accelerometer and temperature sensor.  

    The RTLS NODE UWB is a low maintenance and cost-efficient RTLS anchor that offers exceptional scalability for indoor deployments like warehouses, factories or even for yard management by complementing GPS or chirp. Its rugged and waterproof housing makes it a durable option for industrial deployments.

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    RTLS Tags

    Inpixon offers a variety of industrial-grade asset tracking tags, including high precision ultra-wideband (UWB) and long-range chirp spread spectrum (CSS) tags. Our asset tracking tags come in a variety of sizes and form-factors to meet your specific use cases, asset tracking requirements, and environment. Inpixon's asset tracking tags are highly durable and energy efficient making them ideal for a vast array of industrial asset tracking applications. Explore our catalog below or get in touch with our specialists to find out which asset tracking tag is right for you.

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    VehicleTag+

    The VehicleTAG+ is a cost-effective industrial tag for tracking forklifts, autonomous industrial trucks, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs). This multi-sensor tag supports UWB and GPS with optional LiDAR for real-time tracking of carriers, AGVs, and vehicles. This digital supply chain tag offers seamless indoor and outdoor tracking and features built in sensors to measure temperature, humidity, movements, and shock.

    Its extended connectivity via CAN-Bus, Wi-Fi, BLE, and integrated sensors, such as inertial measurement unit (IMU) with compass as well as via various optional sensors like fork RFID readers and fork height and load sensors, enables easy integration into a wide range of industrial applications.

    Designed to optimize overall equipment effectiveness (OOE) and increase quality and flexibility in production and warehouse intralogistics, the VehicleTAG+ is easily mounted onto material transport vehicles and is hardwired to a fixed power source.

Production Tracking FAQs

  • What is production tracking, and why is it important?

    Production tracking is the process of monitoring and managing the flow of materials, products, and resources throughout the manufacturing process in real-time. It's important because it helps identify bottlenecks, improves efficiency, ensures quality control, and enables quick responses to production issues.

  • How does real-time tracking help in preventing production delays?

    Real-time tracking allows for continuous monitoring of production progress. By detecting bottlenecks or disruptions as they occur, the system enables quick intervention, helping to prevent delays and maintain a smooth production flow.

  • Can the system provide real-time notifications for critical production issues?

    Yes, Inpixon RTLS can send real-time notifications to production managers and staff about critical issues, such as quality problems or material shortages. This allows for immediate action, reducing the impact of potential disruptions.

  • Which technologies are commonly used in production tracking?

    Common technologies encompass Ultra-Wideband (UWB), Wirepas, and E-ink displays. These technologies facilitate accurate real-time data tracking of items in production.

  • Can Inpixon RTLS integrate with our existing ERP and MES systems?
    Yes, Inpixon RTLS integrates seamlessly with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and other third-party solutions, ensuring that your production data is synchronized and up-to-date across all platforms.
  • How can I get started with implementing production tracking in my facility?

    Getting started involves assessing your specific needs, choosing a suitable technology, and selecting a reliable vendor. Consultation with Inpixon experts in production tracking implementation can guide you through the process tailored to your requirements.

  • Can production tracking reduce production costs?

    Yes, production tracking can contribute to cost reduction by optimizing workflows, preventing losses, minimizing delays, and avoiding rework. The enhanced efficiency and resource utilization often lead to overall cost savings.

  • What kind of ROI can I expect from implementing Inpixon RTLS in my production facility?
    Implementing Inpixon RTLS can lead to significant improvements in production efficiency, quality control, and resource management. These improvements often result in reduced operational costs, less downtime, and higher overall productivity, offering a strong return on investment.

Production Tracking Resources
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