Revolutionizing Asset Management with People and Technology’s RTLS Solution

On February 1, 2017, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital became the first hospital in Korea to implement a Real-Time Location System (RTLS)-based Mobile Asset Tracking and Management System. This innovative solution, developed by People and Technology Co., Ltd., leverages the IndoorPlus+ RTLS and Smart Sensing platform to enhance hospital efficiency and streamline operations.

Key Features and Innovations

1. RTLS-Based Mobile Asset Tracking

   • The system enables real-time tracking and management of hospital assets using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology integrated with SAMSUNG Electronics IoT Wi-Fi Access Points (Model: WEA403Si).
   • By combining Wi-Fi connectivity and BLE scanning, the solution simultaneously supports wireless network use and IoT monitoring, reducing infrastructure complexity.

2. Integrated IoT Management Model

   • The platform introduces an advanced IoT management model, ideal for large hospitals, enterprises, and public institutions looking to replace their Wi-Fi APs.
   • This integration significantly reduces construction and management costs while maximizing efficiency.

3. Enhancing Hospital Staff Productivity

   • Nurses, doctors, and other hospital staff can focus more on patient care and nursing tasks by minimizing time spent searching for assets.
   • The system eliminates unnecessary time-wasting factors, saving approximately 1 hour per person per day and improving overall productivity.

4. Scalable System for Large Facilities

   • The tracking solution currently supports 500 mobile assets, with plans to expand up to 3,000 assets using 500+ access points.
   • A compact server efficiently handles asset tracking and data processing.

5. Multi-Platform Accessibility

   • To ensure convenience, the system offers access across multiple platforms, including tablets, PCs, and mobile applications tailored for the nursing department.

6. Comprehensive Asset Management and Insights

• The system provides accurate real-time location mapping and advanced asset management tools.
• Data-driven insights reveal critical information, such as:
• Most used and searched assets
• Usage frequency and sharing patterns
• Optimized asset allocation and utilization

Benefits and Future Expansion

The successful deployment of the RTLS system at Kangbuk Samsung Hospital marks a significant step toward smarter hospital operations. Beyond asset tracking, the system lays the groundwork for future applications, including:

• Patient Monitoring: Tracking infectious disease patients to ensure safety and compliance.
• Indoor Navigation: Offering intelligent wayfinding services for outpatients, caregivers, and hospital visitors.
• IoT Expansion: Scaling the RTLS infrastructure to support additional smart hospital solutions.

Leading the Way in Smart Hospital Transformation

With this implementation, Kangbuk Samsung Hospital demonstrates how RTLS and IoT technologies can revolutionize healthcare environments by enhancing operational efficiency, saving costs, and improving patient care quality.

People and Technology’s IndoorPlus+ platform sets a benchmark for the future of smart hospitals, combining real-time location tracking, asset management, and data-driven insights into a single integrated system.