{"id":30464,"date":"2020-11-12T08:28:46","date_gmt":"2020-11-12T08:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stagingms.gofleet.com\/?p=30464"},"modified":"2021-07-15T12:17:01","modified_gmt":"2021-07-15T16:17:01","slug":"smart-warehousing-depends-ble-technology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stagingms.gofleet.com\/smart-warehousing-depends-ble-technology\/","title":{"rendered":"How Smart Warehousing Depends on BLE Technology"},"content":{"rendered":"

The growth of globalization and e-commerce has prompted the rising need for more efficient and cost-effective inventory management solutions to improve warehouses’ operational efficiency. Asset managers across industries have concluded that the warehouse information management system is an essential pillar to effectively facilitate large-scale warehousing tasks. In fact, it\u2019s been noted that smart warehousing<\/a> is an ongoing trend that needs to be monitored.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, the COVID-19 pandemic has posed greater challenges to warehouse operations worldwide. This is because staffing issues and physical distancing rules make today’s warehouses hard to operate without adequate technologies and automation. The pandemic also has a trickle-down effect on the supply chains, which forces businesses to adopt innovative solutions to keep a close eye on inventory and stock.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

In adapting and shifting to the “New Normal”, finding and implementing a smart warehousing solution is a primary task for asset managers. Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology is the perfect solution to achieve the most efficient logistics operation possible and keep track of the asset movements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We will show you why BLE has the leading edge over other solutions and how it can transform your businesses’ warehousing operations in the real-world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What’s BLE?<\/b><\/h2>\n

BLE<\/span><\/a> is a simple highly-automated wireless local data network that enables informational communications between assets. There is no barcode, no paperwork and no wire needed to operate the network. It\u2019s as easy as attaching BLE beacons to the assets, plugging in readers to the power outlet and powering on a cloud database to see all the information.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The initial investment costs of a BLE system is very low, and the installation process is fast and simple. Best of all, because most smartphones have Bluetooth connectivity already, they can be used as a reader and mobile end device to receive and display information with compatible asset management applications installed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This is extremely important for smart warehousing since the workforce is constantly moving between warehouse aisles and shelves. Having all the information they need in the palm of their hands is a huge productivity booster for all employees as they can clearly see, track and monitor all assets on the go.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Why Use BLE?<\/b><\/h2>\n

As the name suggests, low energy consumption is what makes BLE technology special. <\/span>BLE beacons<\/span><\/a> use low amounts of power on a battery that can last anywhere from one to five years. Because they are so reliable, it requires very little maintenance work to keep those beacons running.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Beacons will automatically alert the asset managers in advance before the battery runs out so managers can order a replacement battery or a new unit in time. The high versatility of BLE technologies means that asset managers can use them in a wide range of settings. As BLE beacons run on its own power and can function without a SIM card or mobile signal, they can be placed anywhere.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Some common placements of beacons are:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n