Entries by Ryan Murray

Do you need to track assets or manage inventory?  Asset tracking is a simple process that can be defined as "what assets do i currently have in storage, what assets are checked out, and who is responsible for a particular asset."  So how does one accomplish this task?  Typically, there is some type of log book at the storage location where the responsible parties check out and check in assets.  Visibility is restricted only to the person that is looking at the book.  At Ubiquia we have developed the SQBX Asset Tracking module that will give your organization the power of a world class tracking system deployed to unlimited users via the Internet. 

Being that our asset tracking software is web based your organization will be able to have global visibility anywhere you have access to the Internet, even from your smart phone.  Scan items out, scan items in, have the custodians sign for them, and view entire life history of an asset.  If you intend to depreciate your assets then we have that covered as well. 

Managing inventory is another story entirely.  We do have that capability here at Ubiquia.  To learn more about online inventory management software please visit our website Zenventory.com

Introducing SQBX Visitor Tracking, a fast and easy solution for visitor registration and security.  SQBX Visitor tracking offers a range of optional accessories that make visitor registration a breeze.  Use our drivers license or business card scanner to instantly populate your visitor's information or snap a picture of your visitor with an integrated web camera.  There's also an optional finger print scanner should your tracking needs require an extra level of security.  Quickly check visitors out with a simple barcode scan.

SQBX Visitor Tracking features reports that quickly identify who is on site and who has visited your site.  Our speedy search engine quickly searches visitor history based on a number of parameters.  Powerful tools provide capabilities such as denying certain visitors or creating advanced visitor alerts. 

Since SQBX Visitor Tracking is web based there is virtually no software to install on your desktop PC.  Simply point your web browser to our visitor tracking site and you are ready to go.  Your data is managed on our secure web servers housed in our world class data center and is backed up daily to ensure we maintain the highest level of security and protection available.  That is why some of the largest companies and government entities trust our web based solutions.  Call us today to see the true POWER of SQBX visitor tracking.

Introducing SQBX Asset tracking.  SQBX Asset Tracking is quite simply the fastest and easiest solution for cataloging your assets. It's part of the SQBX suite which includes package traking software and visitor tracking software.

Organize your assets in groups and record asset details such as serial number, supplier cost, and warranty information.  Set up depreciation parameters so that you can track the value of your assets over time.  Schedule inspections and perform scheduled maintenance. 

Easily print asset tags for your assets.  A barcode scanner can be used to quickly sign assets in and out.  There's also an optional signature pad to capture a signature of the person checking the asset out. 

Since SQBX is web based there is virtually no software to install on your desktop PC.  Simply point your web browser to our asset tracking site and your ready to go.  You can grant unlimited users and unlimited workstations access to SQBX.  Your data is managed on our secure web servers housed in our world class data center and is backed up daily to ensure we maintain the highest level of security and protection available.  That's why some of the largest companies and government entities trust our web based solutions. 

 

Packages are not the only items that need to be tracked.  Guests and visitors also need to be accounted for. Security, liability, company image and overall experience of the guest are just some of the reasons why it is critical to track the people that enter the walls of your organization.  Our visitor tracking software enables you to accomplish a variety of tasks.  Capture a photo, an image of their driver's license, a finger print or even a picture of their license plate to specifically account for who has visited your company.  By keeping this information on file you can track the frequency of certain guests and who they've visited.  Also, alerts can be set to flag certain guests as VIP, restricted, or expected. Print a security badge for easy scan in and scan out.  You will have a time and date stamp on all transactions so you know who is in your facility and how long they were on site.  Call today to find out more about this powerful tool.

We are please to announce that the Motorola MC55 is a certified mobile computer for our software solutions!

Sleek yet rugged pocket-sized lightweight form factor
Built for year round use in nearly any environment, with IP54 sealing and the ability to survive 4 ft./1.2 m drop to concrete.

 

Powerful microprocessor designed for mobility: XScale PXA270 @ 520 MHz
Desktop-like performance with lower power requirements.

 

Microsoft’s latest operating system: Windows Mobile 6.1

Increased interoperability with existing enterprise infrastructure;
enhanced security features; more flexible development platform;
improved mobile messaging collaboration.

 

802.11a/b/g WLAN connectivity with flexible VoIP (VoWLAN) support (MC5590 only; MC5574: 802.11b/g)
Cost-effective voice and data connectivity in the office and hot spots

 

WPAN: Bluetooth® v2.0 Enhanced Data Rate (EDR)

Wireless connectivity to modems, printers, headsets and more; v2.0
provides additional throughput, improved security and additional
profiles for expanded connectivity to more device types.

 

High-quality speakerphone, microphone and transducer
Superior voice quality and performance.

 

Multiple voice modes: handset, speakerphone and Bluetooth headset
Flexibility to use the right mode at the right time.

 

Multi-mode
data capture: 1D/2D bar code scanning plus 2-megapixel, auto-focus,
flash-enabled optional color camera with decode capability

Ability to capture high-quality pictures, documents and signatures as
well as 1D and 2D bar codes improves workforce automation, increases
productivity and reduces data errors.

 

3.5 inch color high definition QVGA display (320 x 240)
Easy to view in virtually any lighting.

 

Mobility Platform Architecture (MPA)
Enables easy and cost-effective porting of applications from many other Motorola mobile computers.

 

IEEE
1725 compliance for the entire MC55 system — including all models, all
batteries and all power-related accessories (such as cradles and
charging cables)
Mitigates battery system failure, bringing a new level of reliability, quality and safety to the entire MC55 system

 

Multiple keyboard options

Flexibility
to use numeric, QWERTY, QWERTZ, AZERTY and NAV PIM (5590 only)
keyboards allows MC55 to meet diverse user and application needs.

 

User accessible microSD card slot
Provides additional memory and expandable functionality.

 

128MB RAM/256MB ROM
Provides memory space required to enable robust performance for database applications.

 

2.5G WWAN: GSM/GPRS/EDGE broadband connectivity over the cellular network (MC5574 only)
High performance wireless broadband with the world’s broadest voice and data footprint for workers outside the four walls.

SQBX package tracking is not just for the mail room or the receiving dock.  It is also an excellent application for evidence tracking in the criminal justice sector.  When an investigation is conducted it is imperative that the evidence is received and its where-a-bouts accounted for.  Many times there is a  manual log associated with this process.  Let the powerful search capabilities of SQBX internal tracking system assist your facility in the research of the many items logged in for an investigation.  By setting up storage locations in the system you will be able to tell exactly where the items are kept.  Capturing signatures enables you establish who signed for the item.  Reports are easily printed providing the chains of custody that is so often required.  This system is fast, customizable, and most importantly easy to use.  Utilize SQBX internal tracking system in your precinct evidence room today.

One of the most challenging tasks of the Correctional institutions in America is to track all of the material that is delivered to the inmates on a daily basis.  Prisoners receive everything from gifts of food, reading material, legal and illegal tender, personal items and even contra ban.  It is the job of the prison staff to inspect and log all items that enter the prison for an inmate.  Some items like letters from an attorney or the court system cannot be opened for it will violate attorney/client privileges.  These types of correspondences require extra care when logging and tracking.  In many instances these process take many man hours due to the manual process that are currently in place.

Through the use of an automated inbound package tracking system like SQBX, the scanning and logging in process can be reduced significantly.  Not only will the data entry be quicker through the use of drop down menus, scanners and label printers, the data retrieval will also be faster.  Real time delivery logs will provide up to the minute visibility as to what has come into the facility.  These logs will be accessible to all those who have been granted permission to do so,  being that SQBX resides on  the web.  No more messy hand logs with unledgible writing.  Crisp, clean, documents will now be the norm.  

The SQBX in bound package tracking solution is the answer to the cumbersome process of logging in and delivering packages to the inmates of American Correctional Facilities.  Increase performance in your department by deploying the technology that has been proven in the field.  SQBX is your answer.

It's easy to find out if a package has been delivered to your organization. Simply go to the corresponding carrier's site (UPS/FedEx/DHL et al) and enter the tracking number. You're in a bit of a quandary though if you don't know the tracking number. If you're in a large geographically dispersed, multi-campus, or multi-floor organization it may be difficult to know what happened to the package once it's received by the receiving department.

In some instances your organmization may receive other peoples property. In other words property not owned by the organization. This could be employee property or in the case of hotels and resorts, guest property. In these cases it is vital that you can show some type of accountability quickly and accurately.  Certain organizations require that all packages are tracked internally for security purposes.  The process in the past has been a tedious and inaccurate set of hand logs, spread sheets, and notifications via phone and email.  Hand logging is inefficient, time consuming and often inaccurate. Hand logs and spreadsheets are difficult to share with staff so that they can conduct their own research on the whereabouts of a package.

The SQBX inbound tracking solution makes receiving, logging, delivering, and research a breeze.  First, the system is web based and not loaded onto a desktop or an internal network. This minimizes the workload on your internal computer support staff and virtually eliminates the need for on-site service agents. Customer support is nearly instantaneous.

Secondly, you have real-time visibility  of the receiving/delivery process no matter where you are as long as long as you have Internet access and the credentials to use the system.  Researching a package becomes quick and easy for anyone with access to the system.  This reduces calls to the mail room and empowers your staff to track the packages internally as they currently would track a UPS or FedEx package on-line.

Thirdly, the system is mobile.  Through the use of our wireless hand held devices you can take the system on the road with you. The devices can be connected to a cell phone network which will enable the user to take the system to make an important delivery off site and still provide that real time visibility that is required inside the walls of your organization.

Finally, with unlimited users and unlimited transactions you can be sure that every one that needs to be on the system can be without price prohibiting the deal.  You can download and archive the receipts for your records or we can simply keep them on the system for as long as you choose.

Now lets discuss some of the different types of industries that currently use one form or another of Inbound Package Tracking.

HOTELS, CASINOS, AND RESORTS

Customer Service: The name of the game when it comes with these types of organizations.  One lost package can be the difference of thousands of dollars in repeat business.

Speed: Speed is vital when answering the guest question "Did YOU receive MY package yet?"  Through the global visibility that SQBX provides, virtually any hotel staff member can assist the guest with their inquiry. This question does not necessarily have to actually get to the mail room if the system is used properly.

Profit Center: In many hospitality organizations a fee is charged to the guest for the handling of the package.  Through the use of SQBX these surcharges can be quickly and accurately applied to the guest bill just like a drink would be at the pool.

Accountability: Capturing the signature of the recipient or recording where the package was left lessens the chances for a misplaced package.  This provides the accountability necessary when handling the valuable property of your guests.

SPORTS TEAMS

Valuable Merchandise: When dealing with professional athletes the value of a piece of equipment is not just how much it costs, but how well it will help the athlete perform.  If an organization lost a catchers mitt that was to be used in tonight's game, what do you think the ramifications would be? By tracking all inbound items for the players this will give the organization the ability to reduce unnecessary stress. 

On the Road.  As you all know,  your favorite team is not always at home.  Since the team is away that does not mean that they have to fore go their tracking requirements. Mobile solutions such as SQBX can be taken to the visiting stadium,s hotels and meeting rooms that teams use on their road trips.  Track packages home or away, inside and out through our connection to the Broad Band network.

Security.  By quickly scanning package information you can verify which one of your players received a package and who it came from.  In the event of a security problem you will quickly be able to do the research as to the sender and recipient of the package in question.  This will provide a safer environment for all of your staff.

These are just two of the many industries that currently use our SQBX inbound package tracking and receiving system.  Please stay tuned for my next blog on the application as it applies to the CONFERENCE/CONVENTION CENTERS and COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.