RFID/Barcode Tracking App to Monitor High-value Assets in Real-time

Solutions We Offered

We studied the requirements carefully and initiated the work by pooling four highly skilled developers - two Node.js developers for the web and mobile app backends, one React.js expert for the web frontend, and one React Native expert for the mobile app frontend.

We began by preparing the app backend for RFID data integration. So, when an RFID reader scans an inventory tag or a foreign national at a warehouse or a passenger terminal, the information is automatically transmitted to the app in real time.

Next, we prepared the backend for barcode data integration. Here, we integrated mechanisms for handling unrecognized barcodes, as well. We ensured the mechanism automatically updates the app's barcode data, like asset counts, locations, and descriptions.

We then prepared the backend for GPS data integration. We set up geofences (virtual boundaries) to reflect the movement of assets or foreign nationals when they enter or exit a designated location.

Additionally, we embedded APIs to sync all the above third-party data with the app. It was crucial to configure the system to process large amounts of data. So, we used MongoDB to manage the enormous data flow successfully.

Next, we infused logic to validate incoming data and flag exceptions. Our experts included code to define the exception path so the system flags issues when identifying any illegal or unauthorized asset.

Additionally, we used the JavaScript library lodash to filter, sort, and manipulate data. More than mere extraction of raw data is vital for accurate analysis. So, we added reporting and analytical solutions to turn raw data into insightful information to help with decision-making.

We also broke the entire app backend into microservices to enable every module (RFID, barcode, and GPS) to have separate logic, thus distributing the load. Our frontend experts used tailwind CSS and ant design to design the app interface.

Once we did the critical integrations in the backend and frontend, we hosted the web portal using AWS and deployed the iOS and Android apps on Google Play and Apple Store.