Asset tracking
Guides and insights on asset tracking methods, tools and best practices for field teams. Covers GPS, QR codes, barcode scanning and mobile workflows.
26 articles
Equipment Theft Prevention for Construction
How to prevent construction equipment theft. Covers GPS tracking, site security, identification systems, insurance and a practical prevention checklist.
Lachlan McRitchie · 4 May 2026
Total Cost of Equipment Ownership Explained
How to calculate the total cost of owning equipment. Covers purchase, operating, maintenance, depreciation and hidden costs with real-world benchmarks.
Lachlan McRitchie · 4 May 2026
How to Build a Construction Asset Register
Step-by-step guide to building a construction asset register. Covers what to include, categorisation, valuation, tracking methods and common mistakes.
Lachlan McRitchie · 3 May 2026
Tracking Hired Equipment on Construction Sites
How to track hired equipment on construction sites. Covers hire registers, cost control, compliance verification, off-hire and invoice reconciliation.
Lachlan McRitchie · 3 May 2026
What Is Asset Tracking? A Complete Introduction
Learn what asset tracking is, how it works and why businesses use it. Covers GPS, QR codes, RFID, key benefits and how to get started.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 May 2026
Asset Tracking Technologies: GPS, RFID, QR and BLE
Compare GPS, RFID, QR codes and BLE for asset tracking. Covers how each works, costs, pros, cons and which suits your operation.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 May 2026
Asset Tagging Best Practices: Labels and QR Codes
Best practices for tagging assets with barcodes, QR codes and RFID tags. Covers label types, placement, durability, naming conventions and scanning.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 May 2026
How to Calculate ROI on Asset Tracking Software
Learn how to calculate the return on investment for asset tracking software. Covers cost inputs, benefit categories, payback period and a worked example.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 May 2026
Asset Lifecycle Management: Acquisition to Disposal
End-to-end guide to asset lifecycle management. Covers acquisition, deployment, maintenance, depreciation and disposal for physical assets.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 May 2026
How to Choose Asset Tracking Software
A practical framework for evaluating and choosing asset tracking software. Covers feature checklists, pricing models, demos, pilots and red flags.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 May 2026
Asset Tracking Implementation: A Rollout Plan
Step-by-step rollout plan for implementing asset tracking software. Covers planning, pilot, tagging, training, go-live and optimisation.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 May 2026
How to Build an Asset Register (With Free Template)
Step-by-step guide to building an asset register. Covers what to include, how to structure it, common mistakes and a free downloadable template.
Lachlan McRitchie · 28 April 2026
Construction Equipment Tracking: The Complete Guide
Complete guide to construction equipment tracking. Covers GPS, QR codes, RFID, ROI, implementation steps and choosing the right approach.
Lachlan McRitchie · 28 April 2026
QR Code Asset Tracking: Setup Guide for 2026
Practical setup guide for QR code asset tracking. Covers how it works, label selection, scanning apps, platform setup and implementation steps.
Lachlan McRitchie · 28 April 2026
Asset Tracking vs Asset Management: What Is the Difference?
Understand the difference between asset tracking and asset management. Learn when you need tracking, management, or both, and how they work together in practice.
Lachlan McRitchie · 28 April 2026
How to Conduct an Asset Audit: Step-by-Step Guide
Step-by-step guide to conducting an asset audit. Covers preparation, counting methods, reconciliation, common mistakes and tools to speed it up.
Lachlan McRitchie · 28 April 2026
GPS Asset Tracking ROI for Construction
Data-driven analysis of GPS asset tracking ROI for construction. Covers cost components, theft prevention, utilisation gains and payback timelines.
Lachlan McRitchie · 28 April 2026
Spreadsheet vs Software for Asset Tracking: When to Upgrade
Compare spreadsheets and dedicated software for asset tracking. Learn when Excel stops working, what to look for and how to migrate your data.
Lachlan McRitchie · 28 April 2026
Tool Theft on Construction Sites: Prevention Guide
Practical strategies to prevent tool theft on construction sites. Covers theft patterns, security measures, tracking technology and insurance.
Lachlan McRitchie · 28 April 2026
MapTrack Wins Capterra Best Value and Best Ease of Use 2026
MapTrack wins Capterra Best Value and Best Ease of Use 2026 in Fixed Asset Management. See what the awards mean for customers.
Jarrod Milford · 26 March 2026
Asset Tracking in 2026: Tool Loss, Costs and Digital
Data-driven industry report on asset tracking in 2026. Covers tool theft stats, downtime costs, software adoption rates and ROI benchmarks.
Lachlan McRitchie · 3 March 2026
Asset tracking: GPS, QR codes and spreadsheets converge
GPS, QR codes and spreadsheets used to be separate worlds. Now they're merging into unified asset tracking platforms. Here's what that means for your operations.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 February 2026
How to stop tool loss and damage on job sites
Tool loss costs contractors thousands each year. Learn the accountability, labelling and audit strategies that reduce loss and extend tool life.
Lachlan McRitchie · 25 January 2026
Construction tool tracking: a practical guide for site teams
How construction teams track tools across multiple sites using QR codes, GPS and mobile check-in/out. Covers labelling, audits and theft prevention.
Lachlan McRitchie · 1 February 2026
How barcode and QR code tracking boosts your business
Barcode and QR code tracking eliminates manual data entry, speeds up audits and reduces errors. Learn how to roll it out for your assets.
Lachlan McRitchie · 15 January 2026
Equipment management software: the complete buyer's overview
Everything you need to know about equipment management software. Features, pricing models, integrations and how to build a business case.
Lachlan McRitchie · 20 January 2026
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