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Increase Operational Efficiencies with ItemAware

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The increased cost of doing business has many companies searching for viable ways to keep their budgets in the black. From layoffs to project cuts, businesses are seeking creative ways to protect their bottoms lines. But what if there was an affordable way to invest in a technology that would automate processes without requiring cuts? And what if said technology could be adopted to not only save you time but also money? Continue reading to learn how our robust asset tracking software, ItemAware, will do just that and more.

To speak frankly, rising inflation coupled with maintaining competitive salaries is expensive. The COVID-19 pandemic further deepened financial woes by putting new levels of stress on the global supply chain, leaving many businesses still feeling the pressure of product shortages.  Reuters reported, “The U.S. supply chain is healing from early pandemic shocks that sent shipping costs skyrocketing and squeezed supplies of everything from toilet paper to pasta, but more than three years later, material shortages and hiring woes linger”.

ItemAware Reduces Operating Costs

If you, like many other businesses, are experiencing the realities of these concepts, than you are likely searching for ways to cut costs while simultaneously increasing your operational efficiencies. ItemAware brings together innovation, technology, and automation to reduce your operating costs while giving you a significant return on your investment.

ItemAware may sound too good to be true, but trust us, it’s not. One client, who requested anonymity, stated, “In the time that we’ve had ItemAware running, we’ve never had to buy another tool… if we reduce our tool loss by 20%, we could save millions.” Could you imagine what this type of cost savings could do for your business? With ItemAware, worthy projects that seemed “out of budget” can now be put back on the table, allowing you to move forward with your most profitable goals.

ItemAware’s Implementation Is Easier Than You Think

The thought of implementing a new technology can be daunting, especially when faced with the time constraints caused by an already overfilled calendar. That’s exactly why our team of professionals at Aware Innovations work around the clock to ensure that you have the software in place when you need it most.

Adopting a new software doesn’t have to be scary – we’re here to help you every step of the way. Click here to watch a short video that highlights one of our customer’s seamless experience both implementing and actively using our innovative asset tracking software.

ItemAware is at the Forefront of Innovation

ItemAware is technology agnostic meaning it can work with whatever tech is best for your requirements. Our team can help you determine which technology is right for your specific use case including Internet of Things (IoT), RFID, GPS, Barcodes, Ultra-Wideband (UWB), Bluetooth (BLE), or Wi-Fi.

“We may very well see the use of RFID expand once folks see how successful we’ve become in achieving our goals.” – Tom King PMP, Office of Administrative Services, US Patent & Trademark Office

ItemAware’s use of Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) tags is a particular area of innovation, ultimately offering a host of significant benefits for our customers. These benefits include, but are not limited to, an increase in supply chain efficiency, reduction in human error found in inventory counts, elimination of asset replacement costs, and an elevated level of security.

At Aware Innovations, we are a team of experts who designs, implements and sustains asset management and tracking solutions for enterprises of all sizes.  We stay at the forefront of innovation because we believe that you deserve an asset tracking solution that is proven to work every time.

ItemAware is Not Only Intuitive, But Also User-Friendly

An asset tracking solution is only beneficial if you and your team not only want to use it, but ultimately rely on it to get your jobs done faster. Antiquated software that’s bogged down with hidden, unnecessary, and generally outdated features aren’t worth spending your time or money on. ItemAware quickly changes this narrative because it’s a platform that you will easily master and quickly depend on.

ItemAware’s intuitive dashboard is just one of many user-friendly features housed within the asset tracking software. At the touch of a button, said dashboard instantly gives users a bird’s eye view of all inventories in progress, assets, as well as alerts. This convenient screen will keep you up to date on your most important responsibilities. Ultimately, when time is not on your side, ItemAware always will be.

You’ve got an important job to do – one that doesn’t always have you stationed at your computer all day. That is exactly why we designed ItemAware to be mobile-friendly, allowing you to access this modern software on your mobile device. ItemAware will always be working for you, wherever you happen to be.

Click here to learn more about ItemAware’s user-friendly features.

ItemAware Eliminates Antiquated Manual Processes

We’ve said it before and we will continue saying it – manual inventory counts lack accuracy. Essentially, when employees are responsible for manually scanning items, human error is inevitable. This reality doesn’t have to be one your company faces. Invest in ItemAware to gain the confidence you need to know that your inventory counts are nothing but accurate.

ItemAware’s asset tracking software has GPS functionality, eliminating the need for manual inventory processes. Our modern technology is always scanning automatically, giving you exact GPS coordinates of the last-seen locations of all of your tagged assets. With ItemAware on your side, you will never again be left worrying about the correctness of your inventory counts.

Operational Efficiencies are Worth Investing In

We get it – your budget for implementing new technologies may be tight, meaning you need to be picky on what upgrades you ultimately spend time and money on. But, after reading this blog, we hope that you now understand exactly why ItemAware is not a luxury – it is an investment in your company’s future.

Are you ready to partner together to increase your company’s operational efficiencies? Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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Storm Recovery Efforts – How ItemAware Lends a Helping Hand

When a catastrophic storm leaves behind a path of destruction, clean up cannot wait. Residents, business owners, and the community at large depend on the lifesaving work of storm recovery crews. But what happens when the tools these teams rely on aren’t readily available during critical clean up phases? With Aware Innovations’ intuitive tool tracking software, ItemAware, this question will never need to be answered again.

According to an article published in September by CNBC, “[t]he U.S. has been hit by 23 separate disasters this year, each causing more than a billion dollars in damage, the highest number on record.” The extreme magnitude of the storms coupled with the incomprehensible level of destruction left behind necessitates that recovery companies have their trucks ready for immediate deployment at all times. The task of having the right tools, in the right hands, at the exact right time is weighty, but it doesn’t have to be impossible. ItemAware takes the complication out of tool tracking, allowing your team to hit the ground running.

Continue reading to learn how ItemAware is the software you need to increase operational efficiencies on your next storm recovery mission.

Keeping Trucks Ready for Immediate Deployment Is No Longer Optional

When storm recovery crews are called upon, there is no time for supply runs. Communities around the nation depend on recovery trucks to remain fully stocked and ready for immediate deployment. Recovery crews know all too well that seconds matter when lives have been devastated by nature’s fury.

Truck operators are responsible for ensuring that all necessary tools are always accounted for and up-to-date inventories are easily accessible. However, to no one’s surprise, mistakes happen when operators rely solely on manual inventory counts. To further complicate matters, physical inventory counts also lack access to real-time data. When a storm has ravaged a community, the last thing your team needs to worry about is human error standing in the way of them completing their most important jobs.

Our industry-leading asset tracking solution, ItemAware, automates the inventory process by giving you constant, easy-to-interpret access to the exact location of your tools, equipment, and materials. Never again will you be left wondering if you have the equipment your team needs to get the job done right the first time.

Storm Recovery Crews Reach a Storm Ravaged Community – Now What?

Your trucks have made it – and so has your team – and now it’s time to quickly assign jobs and allocate equipment accordingly. Time is of the essence, meaning storm recovery crews don’t have the luxury of manually verifying that the correct tools are onboard their trucks. However, recovery teams rely heavily on their tools and cannot afford to head to a jobsite without the proper equipment on board their trucks. Thankfully, our modern tool tracking solution not only saves time but also ensures that storm recovery crews never head to a jobsite emptyhanded.

Operational efficiencies are key during storm recovery missions. What if we told you that with a click of a button your team could have immediate access to an up-to-date log of the exact inventory on their truck? A quick glance-over would confirm all tools are appropriately assigned, giving your teams the go-ahead to get to work faster.

Check out the graphic below to view an example of what ItemAware’s user-friendly inventory screen looks like.

Does your team prefer paper copies? No problem! ItemAware equips you with the ability to easily print off up-to-date inventories. Our user-friendly software gives you the ultimate flexibility to access your inventory counts whenever, wherever you need it in whatever form, whether digital or physical, you prefer.

Mission Complete

“Any diligent asset management process requires constant involvement from staff but automating the process with RFID requires far less of it.” – Wes Clark, Office of the Chief Information Officer, US Patent & Trademark Office

The work is finally done – and your teams are ready to go home for some much-deserved rest. Before heading out, you must first confirm that all essential tools and equipment have been returned to the proper places. Traditionally, wrap up inventories involved tedious, manual counts, leaving exhausted storm recovery crews waiting for the all-clear. Fortunately, there is a much more efficient solution, ItemAware, that will instantaneously populate inventory counts, getting your teams back on the road home faster.

Storm Recovery Crews Deserve a Better Way to Keep Track of Their Tools

Storm Recovery Crews have a big job to do. A job that shouldn’t be hindered by manual, error-ridden inventory counts. Get your team to their relief efforts faster by partnering with Aware Innovations to implement our intuitive tool tracking software, ItemAware.

Worried that you don’t have the time to spend on implementing a new software? We’ve got you covered. Our team of qualified professionals work around the clock to ensure that you have the software in place when you need it most.

ItemAware Is the Solution You Need to Deploy Your Storm Recovery Trucks with Confidence

Our team would love to talk to you about how ItemAware can be the asset tracking software you’ve been searching for. Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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The Utility Expo 2023: A Can’t Miss Event

Our team at Aware Innovations will be demonstrating our innovative asset tracking software, ItemAware, at The Utility Expo in Louisville, KY on September 26-28, 2023.

The Utility Expo is the industry’s fastest growing tradeshow, covering 1.4 million square feet with 30+ classrooms that attract 19K+ attendees. Expo visitors represent a wide range of professional industries including electric and natural gas transmission and distribution, telecommunications, drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater.

This impressive tradeshow prioritizes four main offerings including hands-on demonstrations, intentional opportunities to expand your community, a laidback structure allowing you to explore at your leisure, and field classrooms staffed by industry experts. In short, if you work in the utility industry, this event is tailored to meet your needs.

Continue reading to learn why you can’t afford not to attend this one-of-a-kind tradeshow.

Conversations Worth Spending Time On

The Utility Expo planners have reorganized the event in a way that is more conducive for conversation amongst peers in addition to allowing for more educational time for hands-on demonstrations. Industry experts will be onsite, ready to answer your most pressing questions.

There is nothing worse than feeling rushed. Not to worry – The Utility Expo allows you to explore at your own pace, ensuring that you can spend time investigating the equipment that best meets your needs.

Because Your Time is Valuable

Shopping around has never been easier. The Utility Expo is where manufacturers go to demonstrate their newest, most advanced tools and equipment. Spend the day getting the information you need to ultimately make your job easier while stay up to date on all of the latest industry news.

Register Today to Join Us at the Utility Industry’s Largest Tradeshow

You can trust us when we say that The Utility Expo is a can’t miss event for all utility professionals including construction contractors.

It isn’t too late to join us – register today for the utility industries’ biggest trade show! You can save money off the admission price by using our code “AWA768C” at checkout.

Visit Us at Booth S4151

Don’t forget to stop by our booth S4151 to chat with one of our knowledgeable team members to learn how ItemAware can solve your largest, most complicated asset tracking problems.

We are looking forward to seeing you at The Utility Expo next week!

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ItemAware’s Proven Worth is Evidenced by Partnerships

ItemAware is no longer just a “nice to have”. It’s making a real, measurable financial difference for companies just like yours. This blog illuminates this fact by highlighting our partnership with Ring Power Utility Equipment. Continue reading to learn how the adoption of our robust software has revolutionized our client’s tool tracking processes, saving them both time and money.

As product costs skyrocket, companies are searching for new innovative ways to protect their bottom lines. Rising inflation coupled with supply chain issues have made it more important than ever before to keep projects on time and in budget – and for many companies, these goals can only be met if their team has the tools they need on hand at the right time and in the right place.

At the touch of a button, Aware Innovations’ modern tool tracking software, ItemAware, guarantees that you will always have access to the last known location of your most important assets. This vital piece of information eliminates time wasted on searching for tools that aren’t actually lost, getting your team back to work without unnecessary delays. Additionally, it’s easy-to-use app design further encourages employee accountability by instantaneously providing you with precious data that depicts exactly who used each piece of equipment last.

Before we dig deeper into the benefits of ItemAware, we first want to introduce one of our trusted partners, whose use case will be the focus of this blog, Ring Power Utility Equipment.

Ring Power Utility Group: A Satisfied Customer

If you are in search of utility equipment and tools to get a tough, demanding job done right, Ring Power Utility Equipment is the first place you should look. This experienced company is a proud suppler of utility equipment made by Terex along with other premier manufacturers such as Vac-Con, Spiradrill, Elliott, Brooks Brothers, Manitex, National Crane, Prinoth and Palfinger. In addition to offering a wide range of utility machinery, Ring Power also sells utility line power tools and accessories.

There is much more we could share on this highly reputable company, but the primary focus of this article will be centered on Ring Power Utility Equipment’s pilot program with South Florida utility contractor, Concurrent Group.

A Success Story with Measurable Results

Did you know that tool loss in the utility industry is estimated at 30% annually, a value of approximately $900,000,000? A 30% loss is not a statistic to take lightly, nor is it one that your company has to fall victim to. In fact, Ring Power Utility Equipment has successfully distanced themselves from this startling figure by finding $175,000 of duplicate tools after investing in ItemAware. This major cost savings has allowed them to re-focus their attention on more profitable goals instead of wasting time and money replacing tools that didn’t actually need replacing.

It has been further shown that early adopters of our robust tool tracking software have seen cost savings of 20-30% fleetwide – a savings Ring Power is happy to have capitalized on. This company has taken full advantage of ItemAware’s wide range of asset tracking features, allowing them to not only benefit from significant cost savings but also a multitude of operational efficiencies. Our innovative software has gone to work tracking tools for Ring Power, ensuring that their crews have the right tools required to do their jobs efficiently.

To put it simply, Steve Sarno, VP Power Delivery and Principle at Concurrent Group, stated, “[t]his was the first system that worked”. Furthermore, Mike Beauregard, Senior Vice President and Director of Utilities, Crane and Truck at Ring Power Corporation, describes ItemAware as “technology [that] far surpasses anything major that has come to the industry in a while”.

Due to the high rate of success at Concurrent, Aware Innovations and Ring Power Utility Equipment have proudly begun pilot program discussions with two other major utility contractors in the state of Florida.

ItemAware – An Unmatched Asset Tracking Software

ItemAware far surpasses the capabilities of other tool and asset tracking systems currently available on the market. Its unique, intuitive features include the use of RFID and other technologies. These technologies are all utilized to tag equipment and pair them with a beacon location (truck, shed, jobsite, etc.). The ItemAware app is then used to see each item’s location and last-seen status in real time. By clicking on individual items, a user is given immediate access to a detailed history of the item including locations, manufacturer, status, and more.

ItemAware is automatic, meaning that it is continually scanning without the use of manual labor. Our asset tracking software has revolutionized the way companies keep track of their inventory due in part to its GPS functionality. ItemAware is always scanning to make certain that you know exactly where your tools are – whenever, wherever you need them. With ItemAware on your side, you can rest easier knowing that your inventory will never again be riddled with human error.

Due to its wide range of benefits that are applicable to a variety of markets and industries, the demand for Aware Innovations’ software has been increasing steadily. Chuck Evanhoe, President and CEO of Aware Innovations, stated, “[w]e’re poised for what we hope will be explosive growth because we are solving a unique set of problems. [i]t’s a huge market.” This is an exciting time to invest in ItemAware – and you can do so easily by contacting us today.

Tool Tracking with ItemAware is Just a Phone Call Away

You too can see the cost savings and operational efficiency benefits that Ring Power Equipment has been a part of. Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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Tool Tracking Software Compatible with All Work Trucks

Save the Date for The Utility Expo

September 26-28, 2023 | Louisville, KY

Stop by Booth #S-4151 to meet our team and learn how ItemAware can go to work for you!

The Tool Tracking Solution You Need

“Work truck” is a generic term that describes a wide range of vehicles used for daily business operations including fire trucks, utility vehicles, telecommunication trucks, and gas trucks. Although the capabilities and purposes of each vehicle varies, the cruciality of asset tracking remains the same. Without proper equipment on board, each vehicle operator lacks the essential tools they need to get their job done correctly, without untimely delays.

ItemAware, Aware Innovations’ modern asset tracking software, is agile, offering the flexibility you need to seamlessly integrate into your work trucks – no matter how big or small your fleet is. If you have essential equipment that you need to keep track of, we have the solution you need to ensure that your tools never get lost again.

Continue reading to learn how Aware Innovations’ revolutionary technology is compatible with fire trucks, utility vehicles, telecommunication trucks, and gas trucks.

Fires Don’t Wait for Lost Tools to be Found

Firefighters depend on their tools to keep themselves as well as their communities safe during cases of emergency. It is easy to understand how essential, lifesaving equipment such as radios, flashlights, and specialized rescue tools can be mistakenly misplaced while firefighters work to restore order in emergency situations. However, as firemen head back to the fire station, they deserve to have the peace of mind knowing that every tool made it back on their truck and is ready for the next time they need it.

ItemAware goes to work on firetrucks by tracking each asset, providing the last known location of even the smallest, most easily misplaced tools. Our robust technology prioritizes safety by ensuring that firefighters always have the right tools, in the right place, at the right time. Aware Innovations’ intuitive asset tracking software offers the peace of mind firemen need to feel confident that they have the tools required to safely do their job while protecting their communities.

Fighting fires is mentally, emotionally, and physically exhausting. Firemen shouldn’t be expected to spend additional time and energy searching for tools that have been misplaced during and after an accident. ItemAware takes this burden off firefighters by automatically housing a log of tool locations readily available within our intuitive app. This perceptive feature eliminates the possibility of human error, allowing firemen to get the rest they need back at the fire station rather than expending even more energy searching for lost tools at the scene of the accident.

Utility and Telecommunications Equipment Aren’t Easily Replaceable

“After implementing the system [ItemAware], I found $175,000 of duplicate tools.” – Steve Sarno | VP of Power Delivery at Concurrent Group, Customer of RingPower

Utility contractors have better, more profitable ways to spend their money rather than replacing misplaced tools, especially if the equipment in question isn’t actually lost. Replacing missing tools is not only costly, but with recent supply chain disruptions, can be nearly impossible to obtain quickly. Companies can avoid this headache all together by implementing a modern asset tracking solution that takes the guesswork out of inventory management.

When the lights go out, citizens depend on linemen to restore the power quickly, without unnecessary delays. Time is essential, especially in cases where severe weather such as extreme cold fronts threaten the safety of community members. But how can these professionals effectively do this, if they tools required to get the job done efficiently, are lost on some long-forgotten jobsite?

In today’s world, people are connected 24/7. Telecommunication technicians make this possible by developing and maintaining communication systems. Out in the field, their work trucks become mobile workshops, housing their most important tools. But what happens when time is wasted, and profits are forfeited because industry experts are spending time searching for lost equipment?

ItemAware can solve this problem by effortlessly integrating into all work vehicles including fleets of bucket trucks and diggers. Our intuitive software allows industry professionals to effortlessly tag their assets, making each item conveniently trackable while listing appropriate status’ such as active, broken, in storage, etc. ItemAware also keeps every employee on the same page while enhancing personal accountability. Our easy-to-use asset log details who used what equipment last, answering questions that commonly slow down searches.

When Fuel Delivery Can’t Wait

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Gas truck drivers have a critical job to do. Without on time, uncomplicated delivery of fuel, gas stations wouldn’t be able to sell gasoline to patrons while construction worksites would come to a screeching halt. However, arriving on time is only half the battle. Gas truck operators not only need to get fuel transported safely, but they also need to have the required tools to get the gasoline off the truck and into its destination.

Drivers need convenient, dependable access to their essential equipment to get their job done both effectively and efficiently. A quick tool search in our intuitive app will answer any questions a gas truck operator may have surrounding the exact location of their equipment. ItemAware’s ability to pinpoint items on board gives drivers the confidence they need to head to their next delivery location, knowing that they have the equipment required to safely unload the fuel they are responsible for transporting.

ItemAware Seamlessly Integrates into All Work Trucks

Whether you work as a fireman or are employed in the utility, telecommunications, or gas industries, ItemAware is the asset tracking solution you need to keep track of your most important tools and equipment. From durable, easy-to-use tags to intuitive map views, our robust software has exactly what you need to ensure that you never misplace a tool again.

What are you waiting for? Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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Supply Chain Issues: Lost Tools are Costing You More Than Just Money

Misplaced tools are costing you more than you might think. Aside from lost revenue, misplaced equipment significantly reduces productivity as employees allocate valuable time searching for missing tools. Supply chain issues only further exasperate this issue as essential equipment is becoming harder to replace quickly. The annoyance of losing a tool is no longer just a frustration – it’s becoming an out-of-control expense as inflation soars and productivity suffers.

Our intuitive tool tracking software, ItemAware, is the solution you need to avoid these issues altogether. Its robust capabilities give you 24/7 access to the last-known location of your equipment, ensuring that you’re never left wondering where your tools are again.

Continue reading to learn how ItemAware can protect your budget and maximum operational efficiencies by keeping your tools and equipment fully visible at all times.

You Can’t Afford for Your Team to Be Unproductive.

Professional expertise is hard to come by – and shouldn’t be wasted searching for a needle in a haystack.

When employees feel their skills are being wasted on menial tasks, their productivity suffers as they become disengaged and frustrated. Disengagement ultimately breeds a culture of unsatisfaction which quickly leads to inefficient, yet skilled workers who may choose to take their talent elsewhere. To further complicate matters, high turnover rates during a labor shortage is likely a recipe for disaster – especially when those quitting are highly talented employees.

According to SHRM, many factors will continue to reinforce the labor shortage for the foreseeable future including inflation, high rates of unemployment, a potential economic recession, and an aging population. Simply put, you cannot afford to lose your most talented employees because dedicated, skilled workers are becoming increasingly more difficult to hire. 

Get your talented employees back to the job they were hired to do by implementing our modern tool tracking software, ItemAware. ItemAware makes accountability easy by giving you a full picture of who is using what equipment at any given time. This detailed inventory log nearly guarantees high levels of productivity as employees aren’t wasting time aimlessly searching for misplaced tools.

No Matter The Location, ItemAware Will Track Your Tools With Ease.

Did you know that the electrical utility industry estimates a 30% annual loss rate of tools; i.e., upwards of $900,000,000 “lost” items annually? We know we have shared this before, but the number is so staggering that it deserves repeating. Thankfully, there is a solution that can separate your business from this shocking statistic – and that solution starts with a tool tracking software that functions beyond warehouses.

Tools and equipment were never meant to be stored indefinitely. Your team transports these essential items in a variety of work trucks from jobsite to jobsite. The busier, more active your employees are, the more likely they are to unintentionally misplace tools; however, a fast-paced season shouldn’t deplete your inventory.

ItemAware was designed with the utility industry in mind. Because your employees rarely work at the same site two days in a row, ItemAware is fully capable of tracking tools in work trucks, sheds, warehouses, and at any jobsite. A quick glance at our secure mobile app will show you the exact location and status of your tools, eliminating the worry of misplaced equipment.

Supply Chain Issues Are Not a Thing of the Past.

Supply chain disruptions weren’t just a problem faced during the height of COVID-19 infections. Given the ongoing unstable environment surrounding supply chains, it is becoming increasingly more important to keep the equipment you have to avoid lost revenue due to fulfillment delays.

Your customers are loyal but they also have jobs to get done. Habitually delaying projects due to a lack of sufficient tools – coupled with an inability to restock them quickly – is going to significantly cut your revenue streams as companies begin taking their business elsewhere. Put an end to this financial bleed by partnering with Aware Innovations to ensure that your team always has the tools they need whenever, wherever they need them.

Tool Duplication Impacts More Than Just Your Storage Space.

What’s worse than wasting time? Wasting money. Tool duplication is not only expensive but is also causing you the unnecessary stress of fighting supply chain issues to replace equipment that you already have on hand.

One of our current customers (anonymity requested) stated, “[i]n the time that we’ve had ItemAware running, we’ve never had to buy another tool…if we reduce our tool loss by 20%, we could save millions”.

There is a big, costly difference between items that are misplaced vs. lost. Stop spending money duplicating your misplaced equipment by investing in our innovative asset tracking software. ItemAware will efficiently track your tools, equipment, materials and more so that you don’t have to. With our cutting-edge software on your side, you will never again spend money replacing tools that were never truly lost.

ItemAware Is Your Partner in Avoiding Supply Chain Issues.

Supply chain issues are here to stay – and so is ItemAware. Partner with Aware Innovations to avoid unnecessary tool loss that destroys your budget and obstructs employee productivity.

Your tools must be tracked to keep your inventory current, but you don’t have to be manually responsible. Our team would love to talk to you about how ItemAware can track your assets for you, saving you both time and money.

Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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ItemAware: The Multifaceted Asset Tracking Solution

Set up and ready for Work Truck Week to begin.

Aware Innovations would like to express our sincere appreciation to everyone who joined us at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis, Indiana. This one-of-a-kind event was a great opportunity to see our robust asset tracking software in action while learning firsthand the breadth of its application across many industries. It was our pleasure to meet so many interested patrons and show them exactly how our intuitive software can go to work for them.

ItemAware is the one-size-fits-all asset tracking solution that can be applied to a wide range of market sectors. Our robust, modern software has demonstrated measurable benefits for companies operating in the utility, IT, and medical industries. Cross-industry benefits gained by maximizing the utilization of ItemAware include significantly increasing productivity while simultaneously reducing costs.

Continue reading to learn how ItemAware’s features can be maximized to promote operational efficiencies while cutting unnecessary expenditures.

Maps: Making Your Inventory Fully Visible at All Times

Having the right equipment, in the right place, at the right time is easier said than done. Manual inventory tracking is prone to human error and lacks the capacity to keep counts current in real-time. Our industry-leading asset tracking solution, ItemAware, automates the inventory process by giving you constant, easy-to-interpret access to the exact location of your tools, equipment, and materials.

With ItemAware’s support, you can feel confident that your team will always have the tools and equipment they need to get the job done right the first time.

Automating Inventory Processes: Talent Shouldn’t be Wasted on Menial Tasks

“Any diligent asset management process requires constant involvement from staff but automating the process with RFID requires far less of it.” – Wes Clark, Office of the Chief Information Officer, US Patent & Trademark Office

You hired your employees for a reason. Each team member has the expertise your company needs to be profitable as well as maintain your status as an industry leader. When an employee isn’t being fully utilized, they begin to become disengaged, and their productivity suffers. A study by Gallup found that disengaged employees cost their companies the equivalent of 18% of their yearly salary. This is a shocking statistic that is easily preventable with the implementation of our asset tracking solution, ItemAware. 

One of our customers, the Defense Logistics Agency’s Red River Army Depot, reduced wasted personnel hours by 87% by partnering with Aware Innovations to track 23,000 military vehicles using cellular GPS. This use case proves that you can stop wasting manpower on tasks that can easily be handled by our intuitive asset tracking software. ItemAware automates the inventory process, taking the menial tasks off your employees’ plates and allowing them to refocus their expertise on more profitable goals.

Choke Points: Prevent Misplaced Equipment and Theft

Replacing equipment that isn’t actually lost can quickly cut into your bottom line while also being a barrier to productivity. This financial bleed is only further aggravated when theft inevitably enters the picture. ItemAware’s constant scanning capabilities gives companies the ability to prevent item misplacement while also putting a permanent end to theft. When your employees have the equipment they need readily available, operational efficiencies increase as does revenue streams.

Companies are protecting their budgets by staying lean with the number of tools and assets they have on hand. Our intuitive asset tracking software allows companies to keep quantities right-sized by tracking real-time inventories, eliminating the cost of excess equipment.

Alerts: Never Wonder Where Your Equipment Is at Again

ItemAware gives you the freedom to set your own alerts, ensuring that you are always in the know whenever an item leaves or arrives at a specified location. Critical alerts promote employee accountability by forcing users to check items in and out, giving you a reliable record of who had what equipment last.

History: Because Record Keeping Matters

A log of an item’s location, maintenance, and repair history is an invaluable resource. ItemAware conveniently tracks all of this data and more in a convenient, user-friendly format that can be accessed 24/7, saving you time on tedious record keeping.

User Access: Assign Permissions Exactly as You See Fit

Because no two jobs are ever the same, not every user needs to have the same software permissions. ItemAware allows you to decide who needs what access by giving you the ability to determine the capabilities of each user in the software.

Employees have enough data to sift through – they don’t need to further fall into the trap of information overload. Setting the exact permissions for every users helps your employees increase their productivity by limiting their access to need-to-know information only.

Status: Notetaking Has Never Been So Easy

Even people with the best memories cannot be expected to recall all details at all times – especially when hundreds of pieces of tools and equipment are involved. Our intuitive asset tracking software allows users to view, edit, and take note of an item’s current status. With ItemAware, you will never again waste time trying to remember which tools are broken, active, in storage, etc.

ItemAware: Your Answer to Increase Productivity While Decreasing Costs

Whether you are tracking tools, IT assets, medical equipment, or patients, ItemAware is your solution to productivity and cost issues. Our modern asset tracking software has multifaceted capabilities that can be tailored to meet your unique needs, no matter your work environment, while automating your inventory processes.

What are you waiting for? A better, more reliable solution to all of your asset tracking needs is just a phone call away.

Let’s Get Started Today

We are here to help you. Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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Taking Work Truck Week by Storm

Aware Innovations is an exhibitor at the upcoming Work Truck Week being held in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 7–10, 2023. This event features the newest technology and products in the industry, giving attendees a glimpse at the bright future of innovation that lies ahead for the work truck sector. Join us at this one-of-a-kind event to see our modern tool-tracking software, ItemAware, in action.

ItemAware is an industry-leading product that has revolutionized the tool tracking market with its robust features and nearly instantaneous ROI. Our intuitive software virtually eliminates the occurrence of misplaced or lost tools, stores compliance data while reminding you of critical deadlines, and increases overall efficiency. ItemAware is the technology of choice for companies seeking to modernize their tool tracking processes while reducing their manual workload.

Continue reading to learn more about how ItemAware can help automate your tool tracking processes, saving you both time and money.

Tool Loss Mitigation

Did you know that the utility industry estimates a 30% annual loss rate of tools, i.e., upwards of $900,000,000 “lost” items annually? This startling statistic is proof that the utility sector is in desperate need of a new, intuitive way to track tools and equipment. At Aware Innovations, we didn’t just listen to the complex issues you are facing – we invented a much-needed solution to this expensive, time-consuming, and often frustrating problem.

Important equipment can easily be misplaced on a busy job site – especially when thieves see an opportunity to steal high-dollar assets. Tool tracking can protect your company’s budget and prevent theft by locating and monitoring the last known location of every item being used. Put an end to wasting resources on replacing lost and stolen equipment by investing in ItemAware to ensure that you always have the right tools on hand whenever, and wherever you need them.

Review the graphic below to learn more about how ItemAware works.

What if we told you that you can reduce your tool loss rate to nearly zero and likely see a return on your investment within 12 months by utilizing our cutting-edge technology? This is just one of the many benefits you could see by adopting our innovative tool tracking software.

ItemAware’s true value is found in our customer’s successes.

Tool duplication is a real problem that carries costly consequences. When you don’t know what you have, you end up replacing tools that aren’t actually lost. Avoid accidental duplication of tools and stop wasting money on excess by investing in ItemAware.

Compliance Tracking

OSHA compliance is innately complicated, but it doesn’t have to feel impossible. Our innovative technology has the intelligence to preserve your workers’ safety by keeping you up to date on your calibration, maintenance, and inspection due dates.  ItemAware is the quick, easy-to-use solution to ensure that you never pay the price of falling out of OSHA compliance.

Worker safety is your responsibility – and it should be your top priority. You can safeguard yourself against worker compensation claims while protecting your employees by completing all necessary safety checks on time. ItemAware conveniently tracks all impending maintenance deadlines and reminds you of upcoming calibration and inspection due dates, making certain that you never miss an important deadline again.

Regain your focus and get back to your most profitable goals by letting our modern software keep your company compliant while maintaining worker safety.

Increase Productivity

Getting the job done right the first time is an integral part of excellent customer service. Efficient processes not only lead to happy customers but also increases revenue while decreasing wasted resources.

Our cutting-edge software is automatic – meaning no user involvement is needed. Manual tracking and updating item information is both time-consuming and prone to human error, resulting in lost time, effort, and money. ItemAware changes that story by fully automating the inventory process.

You deserve a system that you can count on as well as inventory counts that are accurate and reliable. Our modern software is always on, reading tools continually – giving you real-time data on your most valuable assets. Say goodbye to long lag times by allowing ItemAware to automatically track your tools all day, every day.

Work Truck Week 2023 – Come See ItemAware in Action

Don’t just take our word on how ItemAware can revolutionize your tool tracking processes – come see it in action. As an exhibitor at Work Truck Week in Indianapolis, Indiana on March 7-10, 2023, we will be demonstrating the key features of our robust software. Join us at this industry-leading event to see how ItemAware can be tailored to meet your specific needs.

Can’t make it to Work Truck Week? No problem! We are always here to help you. Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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OSHA – ItemAware’s Role in Preserving Worker Safety While Keeping Your Business Compliant

Remaining OSHA compliant has never been so easy. ItemAware does more than just track your stuff. Our innovative technology has the intelligence to preserve your workers’ safety by keeping you up to date on your calibration, maintenance, and inspection due dates. Simplify your to-do list by letting ItemAware take the mental gymnastics out of these critical deadlines.

We get it – you’re busy enough just juggling your day-to-day responsibilities that overlooking important safety checks can feel inevitable. Required, precautionary inspections can quickly become a burden when added to your already overfilled calendar. The solution to these woes is more readily available than you may think.

ItemAware can help you get back to your most profitable goals by keeping track of your calibration, maintenance, and inspection due dates. You can more confidently meet OSHA guidelines when you have a robust, modern software keeping you on track and compliant with all required safety measures.

Continue reading to learn more about how ItemAware can help protect your workers from avoidable accidents while keeping your business OSHA compliant.

Your Time Isn’t Free.

We’ve all been there… sitting at our desk at the end of a grueling workday with the nagging “what am I forgetting” feeling. You know the one. The feeling that wakes you up at 2 AM because you know you are forgetting something important, but you just can’t remember what it is. This feeling is only made worse when the “I can’t remember but I know it’s time sensitive” turns into “I missed a critical deadline that has put my workers’ safety at risk”. Not to mention the financial cost of becoming noncompliant with OSHA standards.

Time well spent can not only save business leaders money and help them regain focus but can also eliminate the unnecessary stresses of the “what am I forgetting” feeling. What would it mean to you if you could offload the mental weight of remembering all your calibration, maintenance, and inspection due dates? What goals could you turn your attention to if you didn’t need to carve out space to keep track of these essential deadlines?

Your time matters. It is an invaluable resource that comes at a high cost when wasted. ItemAware preserves your time while giving you the freedom to more quickly return to the job at hand. Let our intuitive software do the remembering for you so that you can get back to work with confidence.

You cannot put a price on peace of mind. Wouldn’t you rather be proactive in meeting safety due dates vs. reactive once you realize you have missed critical deadlines? By investing in ItemAware, you can rest easier knowing that you will never miss a required safety inspection again.

Accidents Are Costly.

No one should feel afraid to go to work. Because of this unnecessary mental stress, a nervous employee can reasonably be a less productive one. Help your employees work more efficiently by allowing them to know that their safety is your top priority. You can do this by ensuring all reasonable, preventative actions are being taken to make certain that accidents aren’t a regular occurrence.

Inspections aren’t to be overlooked or sacrificed for the benefit of other responsibilities. Preventing workplace accidents before they happen can save you both time and money that would alternatively be spent on a lawsuit.

According to the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, “The best workers’ compensation claim, of course, is the one that never happens.” Understandably, a costly settlement is the last thing you have time for. Keep your workers safe and protect your bottom line by using our software to stay up to date on all important maintenance needs.

You can simultaneously preserve worker safety and remain OSHA compliant by investing in our intelligent, easy-to-use software. ItemAware conveniently tracks all your calibration, maintenance, and inspection due dates and reminds you of impending deadlines.

Alerting You of What’s Next.

Additional layers of oversight are never a bad thing. Alerts serve as the extra hand you need to get the job done right while promoting a safe work environment for your employees.

You know all too well that keeping track of maintenance records along with inspection dates is a weighty job. When ignored, the consequences can be significant. Avoid these potential repercussions by setting up alert reminders in ItemAware to ensure that you never miss a safety related deadline again.

Our intuitive software also offers customizable reports in addition to compliance reporting. ItemAware allows you to preserve your workers’ wellbeing while remaining in good standing with OSHA by conveniently housing all calibration, maintenance, and inspection due dates within our software.

Failure to remain OSHA compliant can result in significant financial penalties as well as unwanted legal issues for your company. Prevent these repercussions by investing in ItemAware to keep detailed inspection records for you.

We Are Here to Help.

Simply forgetting is never an excuse to miss any safety related inspections – your employees depend on you to protect them from avoidable harm. Your plate is already full enough with your day-to-day responsibilities that tasks that aren’t immediate tend to get pushed aside. Don’t let safety measures be the jobs that get overlooked – you will quickly regret this decision when, not if, a workplace accident occurs. Protect your employees and your budget from a costly settlement by allowing ItemAware keep you up to date on inspections while remaining OSHA compliant.  

We are here to help you. Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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ItemAware: A Cradle to Grave Item Management Solution

ItemAware is the asset tracking and item management solution that will last for the entirety of your assets’ lifecycle. Continue reading to learn how ItemAware can be the solution you need to track your assets from cradle to grave.

You’ve heard us say it before – time is money. No one should be expected to spend valuable resources on implementing an asset tracking and item management solution that is only applicable during its infancy. Wouldn’t you rather invest in a software that will grow with your business as opposed to regularly overhauling your technology as your needs evolve?

We’ve spent years developing our software to track items and all the associated lifecycle events, from induction to disposal, cradle to grave. This includes location changes, inspections, maintenance, calibration, and who’s touched the assets over its life.

Big or small, our technology will grow alongside your business’s ever evolving needs. Don’t pick a solution that only works for today’s minimum requirements. We encourage you to have the forethought to consider where you want your business to go and choose a software that is compatible with your goals.

Continue reading to learn how ItemAware’s adaptable software grows with your progressing needs while extending the longevity of the tools you have on hand. 

Needs Change. Your Asset Tracking and Item Management Solution Doesn’t Have To.

You should never feel restricted by your asset tracking and item management software. Your goal is to grow your business and that’s exactly what ItemAware will help you do. 

Our team of experts has designed our modern technology to be scalable. This means that your company’s size has no impact on the benefits you will see by using ItemAware. 

We get it – you have a lot of “stuff”. Wondering if your company may be too large for ItemAware to handle? Don’t think twice about it. You can rest easier knowing that our software is currently serving the US Patent and Trademark Office by tracking 130K items and saving $1.2M annually. 

Inspection, Maintenance, and Calibration Matters.

For many companies, their assets are the backbone of their entire business. Extend the longevity of your assets by allowing our robust software to remind you of critical inspection, maintenance, and calibration requirements while helping to ensure misplaced items are easily found. Without these critical items, normal operations could not move forward. 

For the utility and construction industries, not only are tools a requirement for most businesses, but they are generally not easily or affordably replaceable, especially considering current supply chain disruptions. 

Tools and equipment, like almost every other product in life, require regular maintenance to extend usability. It is no secret that assets can quickly lose their functionality if not properly cared for. But keeping track of inspection, maintenance, and calibration deadlines for every piece of equipment can be a full-time job all on its own. Most businesses don’t have the time or staffing available to dedicate to keeping fully updated maintenance records – but who can afford not to? Partner with us so that we can help take the headache out of this tedious task. 

ItemAware can track your inspection, calibration, and maintenance due dates conveniently within our app. You should not have to search through piles of paperwork in hopes of reminding yourself of when your equipment was last serviced. ItemAware allows you to setup service alerts that will automatically remind you of critical due dates. How much time and stress would you save by eliminating the need to recall maintenance records?

Inspection, maintenance, and calibration are critical, and compliance is non-negotiable. Worker compensation settlements are both costly and time consuming. Your cost of doing business should not include an expensive settlement. Keep your workers safe and protect your bottom line by using our software to stay up to date on all your important maintenance and compliance needs. 

Investing in ItemAware allows you to extend the durability and lifespan of your tools while making certain that your team always has the equipment they need to get the job done right the first time. We are confident that you will see the benefits of using our robust software for years to come. Don’t let a mediocre product limit the amount of business you can take on. Instead, invest in ItemAware so that you can confidently take on new business without the worry of broken or misplaced tools

Don’t Let Human Error Be What You Are Counting On.

Whether or not you realize it, you are relying on something. If you aren’t proactive about your asset tracking and item management solution, then what you are likely counting on is human error. 

Manual tracking and updating item information is both time-consuming and prone to mistakes, resulting in lost time, effort, and money. ItemAware changes that story by automating the process. 

One of our clients reiterates this concept by saying, “[w]ith automated asset tracking and management, we can spend less time thinking about where things are and more time planning for future requirements.” – Tom King PMP, Office of Administrative Services, US Patent & Trademark Office.

Did you know the utility industry estimates a 30% annual loss rate of tools: i.e., upwards of $900,000,000 “lost” items annually? If you know what inventory you have then you can better keep track of items when they are misplaced. ItemAware allows your assets to be fully traceable – meaning that our technology will keep a history of the item’s current and last known locations. Don’t replace items that aren’t truly lost simply because you don’t have a platform to track your assets’ location. 

We Are Here to Help.

The lifecycle of an asset can be extended if you have the appropriate technology in place. ItemAware is the exact software you have been looking for to save wasted effort, time, and money spent on unnecessarily replacing equipment prematurely. Our team of experts can help tailor our cutting-edge product to meet your needs while giving you the flexibility to grow with future business. 

We are here to help you. Get started today by requesting a free 30-minute demo with one of our knowledgeable representatives.

About the Author

Jessica Frye is an expert content writer with 7+ years of professional writing experience. She earned her B.A. in Communication Studies from Wright State University and has worked alongside companies in both the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Jessica is passionate about community and enjoys using the power of words to not only cause people to react but to take initiative.

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