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Interface

Figure 3
Figure 3

TRACKER maintains continually updated lists of tag locations that can be viewed, searched and edited using a user friendly interface. The TRACKER database compares tag and beacon data against its records of who, or what, is carrying each tag to build information on its location and movements within the system.

The primary display includes a listing of all tags currently logged into the system (Figure 3). Each record clearly displays a tag number, the name of the tag holder, and the time and location they were last in vicinity of a beacon. This listing can be filtered or sorted on any of the following attributes:

  • Tag ID
  • Staff Number / Vehicle Number / Equipment ID
  • First Name / Last Name
  • Last Beacon Passed
  • Time of Last Read
  • Trade / Responsibilities

Sorting and filtering on multiple fields simultaneously allows users to quickly view only the data they need.

From the primary display screen users can also see the total number of tags and their location in the system, as well as a list of the most recent log outs.

TRACKER software is programmed to handle the event of recovery from shutdown with tags still in the system. Possible incorrect reads are always flagged as such.

Selecting a record from the primary display brings up the individuals, or vehicles, details. Along with staff numbers and contact details, the user can see how long the Tag wearer has been in the system, and which beacons they have passed. This information is all easily edited and maintained.