More and more industrial companies are digitizing their processes and operating largely paperless. These digitization initiatives are typically based on a vast network of systems: ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems), maintenance management, security systems, CRM (Customer Relationship Management), HR platforms, and many more. Ideally, all these systems are seamlessly interconnected to map ..read more

In early July, Kévin Pinsard took over as CEO of Favendo GmbH. After his first three months in the role, the former Product Manager and CTO reflects on his experience and shares what his focus will be moving forward. You took on the role of CEO at Favendo in July. How did that come about ..read more

Assets and people can be tracked in numerous ways. Two popular communication technologies for this purpose are Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE). Our Favendo technology is primarily based on BLE. However, we frequently receive customer inquiries asking about the advantages and disadvantages of BLE and RFID and which technology is best ..read more

Skilled staff is the backbone of any company. Hence, a shortage of skilled workers presents a significant challenge for any organization. Luckily, there are a variety of strategies to address this issue. A key component of which is digitalization. Digitalization assists with the streamlining of routine processes in order to optimize the workflows and the critical tasks of employees. One facet of digitalization is indoor navigation. Indoor navigation is particularly effective in complex or large environments wherein the daily operations involve the movement of many people such as hospitals, cru ..read more

Beacons, or (Asset) Tags, are available in a variety of form–factors, colors, sizes, and they come with many additional features. These range from event-based LED and vibration indicators to integrated buttons for event management to temperature, humidity and acceleration sensors and measurement. Particularly in nursing, asset tags can ease the daily workflow and support quality management. Five examples demonstrate how tags can be utilized in the healthcare sector.    1. Saved Search Time With Precise Person Tracking  In medical departments with high patient volumes, in de ..read more

According to CGI’s annual global study, companies are focusing their digital transformation efforts on activities that deliver the highest return on investment (ROI). It’s no longer about blindly digitizing as many processes as possible, but about profiting from digitization and using it as a competitive advantage. To meet this need, we have created the Favendo Essential Asset Tracking package. A cost effective tracking system that helps increase your company’s ROI without a large investment. Get your RTLS project ready to go The Essential package includes the Favendo Commander to manage your ..read more

Protecting personal information is a top priority not only in healthcare, but also in real-time location systems across multiple industries. As with any software solution that processes personal data, including people´s whereabouts, there are data protection risks associated with tracking or navigating people. The processing of personal data in the European Union is based on the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), in force since 2018, more specifically on Art. 6 of the GDPR. In general, however, it should be noted that – as long as none of the authorization standards of Art. 6 of the GD ..read more

The Favendo Modular RTLS Suite enables organizations to transform their operations, enhance security protocols, streamline processes and improve customer experiences like never before. Favendo, a provider of innovative location-based solutions, is excited to announce the launch of their Modular RTLS Suite. This Software Suite incorporates state-of-the-art technology that revolutionizes industries by providing unparalleled scalability and flexibility in location-based services. The Suite’s modular design and interoperable software components allow companies of every size and industry to use ..read more

BLE or UWB – which technology is better for indoor positioning? We try to clarify. Because when it comes to indoor positioning, there are various technologies and a number of combinations available. But especially in the context of Industry 4.0, the question often pops up as to which technology is better for asset tracking or localization in general – BLE or UWB. Bluetooth Low Energy and Ultra Wideband are both so-called short-range technologies that can be used to determine the positions of assets and people. So what are the differences?   How UWB works UWB is a low-power radio technolog ..read more

Whether in the construction industry, in furniture making, for machine tools or food packaging – steel or iron are indispensable in our everyday lives and demand is growing. And as things stand at present, fossil fuels are still required for their production. This is because coal is an essential material in the steel and iron production process. A special form of coal known as “coking coal” or “metallurgical coal” is used here. Coking coal is mainly found in Canada, Australia and the US, where it is mined in large pits. As demand for coal increases, so does the workload in mines. One way to in ..read more