Real ROI with RFID Asset Tracking: Watch Video
In today’s asset-heavy industries, real-time visibility has become essential for efficiency and resilience. Levata, parent company to Barcodes Inc., recently partnered with RFID specialists from HID Global and ARK Business Systems to host a webinar showcasing how RFID asset tracking reshapes the way organizations manage equipment, inventory, and valuable resources.
The discussion explored deployment strategies, technology choices, and customer success stories, giving attendees a clear picture of how RFID delivers operational control and measurable returns. If you didn’t catch it live, the on-demand recording is available.
The Three Building Blocks of RFID Success
The speakers highlighted that achieving success with RFID requires alignment of three critical elements:
1. Devices and Tags
From rugged tags that endure extreme environments to highly sensitive ones for delicate applications, HID alone offers thousands of RFID tag types. Hardware choice is equally important—mobile readers may be best for field use, while fixed readers are ideal for continuous monitoring.
2. Software Intelligence
Effective RFID systems go beyond capturing tag data. The software layer transforms raw reads into actionable insight—tracking locations, supporting audits, scheduling maintenance, and even managing financial depreciation across the asset lifecycle.
3. Services & Expertise
RFID isn’t a simple plug-and-play solution. Partnering with experts like Levata and Barcodes Inc. ensures smooth integration—covering device selection, configuration, staff training, and long-term support.
Why RFID Outperforms Manual Tracking
Traditional spreadsheets and manual audits are slow, inaccurate, and resource intensive. RFID changes the game by:
- Reducing audits from hours to minutes
- Assigning each asset a unique digital ID
- Automating data collection with real-time updates
- Creating complete usage and history logs
- Supporting pre- and post-event assessments
One customer example involved wildfire response efforts, where RFID enabled instant tracking of hundreds of thousands of assets—something spreadsheets could never achieve.
Greater Accuracy, Speed, and Ease of Use
With advancements in tag design and reader sensitivity, today’s RFID systems achieve read accuracies in the high 90s. But performance is not just about precision; it’s also about speed and usability. Field workers, finance teams, and administrators all benefit from systems that are fast, consistent, and simple to operate.
Customer Success in Action
The webinar spotlighted diverse real-world applications:
- Enterprise Tracking: A company previously dedicating nine months of labor to manual audits cut the time by 50% after adopting RFID, allowing staff to focus on strategic work.
- Scientific Research: Dinosaur fossils were tagged with RFID to capture excavation details, photos, and species data—simplifying cataloging and enabling cross-site comparisons.
- Higher Education: A university reduced classroom audit times from 25 minutes to 5 using RFID handheld readers, with training that took less than 10 minutes per staff member.
Why the Right Partner is Critical
Technology alone doesn’t guarantee success—expert guidance ensures ROI. Barcodes Inc., a Levata company, helps organizations:
- Define objectives and success criteria
- Select the right mix of tags, devices, and software
- Test and fine-tune technology for optimal performance
- Train teams for sustained results
With the right approach, many organizations see payback in as little as six months.
Take the Next Step
Whether you’re seeking better control in day-to-day operations or need rapid visibility during emergencies, RFID asset tracking provides the visibility you need. Barcodes Inc. has the expertise to help you implement a strategy that delivers long-term value.
>> Watch the free webinar recording
>> Contact Levata to start building your business case and to receive an ROI analysis.
