RTLS Features & Capabilities

See Every Asset, Live — RTLS Features That Drive Real ROI

Track equipment, tools and people in real time on a single live map. From automated alerts and emergency management to open-API integration, SmartX HUB’s RTLS features turn location data into faster decisions and lower costs.

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A Complete RTLS Feature Set

Real-time visibility, from tag to dashboard

A real-time location system (RTLS) is only as good as what you can do with the data. SmartX HUB combines wireless asset tags with an enterprise RTLS platform to continuously monitor and proactively manage mobile assets across the enterprise — delivering the full set of RTLS features teams need on top of our asset real-time location module.

After tags are secured to assets, they communicate wirelessly with the platform for automatic logging of location and status. These features complement our asset management features and CMMS features for one connected system of record.

Core Services · Part 1

Locate, alert and respond in real time

Real-Time Location

See your entire fleet on a single screen with a live map view. Log in and situational information from all your devices is available at your fingertips at once.

Real-Time Alert Management

Automate alerts, SLA compliance and reporting for asset usage, maintenance schedules and inventory levels — ensuring accountability and operational consistency.

Emergency Management

Provide all the visuals, data and communication needed to shorten and contain emergency situations.

Core Services · Part 2

Manage, report and integrate

Manage & Plan

Support data-driven decisions with clear visual insights into asset movement patterns, enabling smarter operational planning.

Reporting & Analytics

Detailed reports and analytics on movements, zone activity and compliance help improve safety protocols and operational efficiency.

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Open-API Integration

A rich, REST-based open API supplies real-time data to virtually any other system and receives data from many sources — for easy custom integrations.

One Solution, Many Technologies

The right tracking precision for every asset

SmartX HUB’s RTLS gives you real-time visibility of equipment, tools and critical assets — and lets you choose the technology that fits each use case for the precision and cost-effectiveness you need:

RAIN RFID

Bulk, no-line-of-sight reads for fast, cost-effective asset verification.

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UWB

Precise, centimeter-level positioning where accuracy is critical.

Explore UWB

BLE

Low-cost tags ideal for smaller equipment, using existing infrastructure.

Explore BLE AoA

LoRa & Active RTLS

Wide-area coverage for assets that move across large or outdoor sites.

Explore LoRaWAN

The platform also supports Low Frequency for chokepoint detection and Ultrasound for room-level accuracy — a single solution spanning many technologies. Not sure which fits? Our RTLS technologies comparison weighs range, accuracy and cost side by side.

Location is the foundation, not the finish line

Seeing an asset on a map is the start. SmartX HUB turns live location into action — automating alerts, right-sizing fleets, containing emergencies and feeding maintenance and analytics. Locate, act, predict — all on one unified platform.

Why It Pays Off

RTLS features that deliver real ROI

Real-time visibility changes the economics of managing mobile assets. Five benefits stand out:

Cost Savings

Real-time inventory visibility right-sizes fleets to reduce purchases and rentals, while shrinkage control saves thousands of dollars annually.

Workforce Efficiency

Eliminate the stress of hunting for a device — and the hoarding that follows — slashing search times to as little as two minutes.

Higher Utilization

Total visibility into where each asset is used improves allocation and optimizes utilization with real-time PAR Level management.

Endless Coverage

One solution for many technologies: active RTLS, RAIN RFID, Low Frequency for chokepoints and Ultrasound for room-level accuracy.

RFID & BLE Infrastructure

A lower-cost RFID-BLE tag ideal for smaller equipment, using existing or supplemental low-cost infrastructure.

Unified Platform

Scalability, interoperability, analytics and a lower total cost of ownership — all on one platform.

How It Works

From a tag to total control

1

Secure a tag

Attach a wireless tag to valuable equipment — it communicates automatically with the SmartX HUB platform.

2

Log & monitor

Asset location and status are logged and monitored automatically, viewable on PCs or mobile devices to find assets and plan workflows.

3

Alert in real time

Configurable, real-time alerts notify you of any status or location change — replenishment, shrinkage or maintenance needs.

4

Turn data into insight

Asset data becomes powerful reporting on inventory levels, PAR Level performance and asset utilization.

See every asset in real time

Book a demo and see how SmartX HUB’s RTLS features put your entire fleet on one live map — cutting search time, shrinkage and unnecessary purchases.

FAQ

RTLS Features — Common Questions

Answers to the questions we hear most from teams evaluating a real-time location system for tracking equipment, tools and people with SmartX HUB.

What is an RTLS and what are its core features?
A real-time location system (RTLS) continuously tracks where assets and people are, live. Its core RTLS features include a live map view of your whole fleet, real-time alert management, emergency management, movement analytics, comprehensive reporting, and open-API integration. SmartX HUB delivers all of these on top of our asset real-time location module.
How is RTLS different from RFID inventory management?
They're complementary. RTLS tracks location continuously and live, showing assets moving on a map in real time. Inventory management focuses on periodic counting, auditing and reconciliation. Many teams use both — RTLS for live movement and response, inventory features for accurate counts and audit evidence.
Which tracking technologies does the RTLS support?
SmartX HUB is a multi-technology platform. You can choose RAIN RFID, UWB, BLE, LoRa or hybrid tags, plus Low Frequency for chokepoint detection and Ultrasound for room-level accuracy — matching precision and cost to each asset. See the technology comparison to find the right fit.
How much time can real-time tracking actually save?
A lot. Teams eliminate the stress of hunting for equipment — and the hoarding that often results — and can slash search times to as little as two minutes. Real-time visibility also right-sizes fleets to reduce purchases and rentals, with shrinkage control saving thousands of dollars annually.
How do real-time alerts work?
Configurable, real-time alerts notify you of any status or location change — such as equipment replenishment needs, shrinkage, or maintenance requirements. You can also automate SLA compliance and reporting for asset usage, maintenance schedules and inventory levels to keep operations accountable and consistent.
What is PAR Level management and how does RTLS help?
PAR (Periodic Automatic Replenishment) Level management ensures each area keeps the right quantity of assets on hand. With total visibility into where each asset is used, RTLS optimizes utilization with real-time PAR Level management — improving allocation and preventing both shortages and over-stocking.
Can the RTLS integrate with our existing systems?
Yes. The platform can supply real-time data to virtually any other system and receive data from many sources. A rich, REST-based open API supports easy custom integrations — connecting RTLS data to ERP, EMR, maintenance and business intelligence tools.
Does the RTLS connect to maintenance and asset management?
Yes. RTLS is part of one unified platform, so live location data feeds directly into our CMMS features and asset management features — a status or location change can trigger maintenance, and every asset's history stays in one place for scalability, interoperability and a lower total cost of ownership.

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