Tracking terms
Use these terms consistently across languages.
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Asset Tracking | Tracking assets with location and status updates. |
| Asset Management | Managing assets, their metadata, and lifecycle actions. |
| Hybrid Tracking | Combining active and passive tracking in one system. |
| Hierarchical Tracking | Organizing locations and assets in nested levels. |
| Active Tracking | Continuous or beacon-based tracking via sensors or RTLS. |
| Passive Tracking | Scan-based tracking, typically via QR Codes. |
| QR Code Tracking | Tracking events triggered by QR Code scans. |
| QR Code Tag | A physical tag that contains a QR Code. |
Maps and operations
Product UI and operational concepts.
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Map | The spatial view of sites, buildings, and assets. |
| Map Marker | A clickable marker that holds information on the Map. |
| Geofence | A defined area on the Map used for boundaries or zones. |
| Geofencing | The logic that uses Geofences to trigger actions or alerts. |
| Workspace | The shared environment where users, assets, and maps live. |
| Dashboard | A consolidated operational view of metrics and status. |
| Insights | Analytical views derived from tracking data. |
| Situational Awareness | Knowing what is where, now, across your operations. |
Standards and systems
Data, infrastructure, and interfaces.
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Asset Administration Shell (AAS) | A structured model for asset metadata. |
| Digital Product Passport (DPP) | A machine-readable product record for compliance. |
| Digital Twin | A live digital representation of a physical asset. |
| Real-Time Location System | Infrastructure for continuous location tracking. |
| RTLS | Acronym for Real-Time Location System. |
| AR | Augmented reality overlays in the real world. |
| Web AR | AR experiences delivered via a web browser. |