Human-as-sensor

HaaS on-demand connectivity for assets and IoT applications

HaaS (Human-as-a-Sensor) uses RFID and NFC technology to make asset data easier to collect and access. It offers a practical entry point for logistics, asset management and other cost-sensitive IoT applications.

Not every asset needs a continuous connection

HaaS combines semi-passive NFC tags for on-demand sensor readings with passive tags for asset identification and data capture. It offers a practical way to collect asset information without a full telematics system.

Entry-level data transfer for logistics, asset management and other IoT applications

HaaS provides a straightforward way to identify assets, access stored data and reduce manual data entry. With tags, sensor data can be stored on the tag and read on site using a compatible mobile device.

Semi-passive NFC tags

  • Read sensor values on demand
  • Work without a continuous external power supply
  • Support tracking and data access for non-powered assets
  • Can be read using compatible NFC-enabled mobile devices

Passive tags

  • Durable design and long service life
  • A cost-effective way to identify and track assets
  • Support simple IoT connectivity for cost-sensitive applications
  • Help automate data capture that might otherwise be entered manually

How it works

Sensing with NFC tags

Semi-passive NFC tags can store sensor readings and make them available when needed. The tag remains inactive between readings, helping reduce power use. A compatible NFC-enabled mobile device can read the stored information on site.

On-demand connectivity

HaaS offers an entry-level option for collecting and accessing data from assets in the field. RFID and NFC tags can help teams identify equipment, retrieve stored information and capture data at the point of use.

For applications where continuous monitoring is unnecessary, on-demand data access can provide a simpler alternative to full telematics. The right tag and data workflow depend on the asset and the information you need to collect.

Read data without continuous external power

Semi-passive NFC tags do not need a continuous external power supply to be read. Their onboard battery supports sensor readings and data storage, while the tag can remain inactive between readings until triggered.

This approach can suit applications where access to power is limited or where data only needs to be collected periodically.

Designed for long service life

Because a semi-passive tag does not continuously transmit radio signals while idle, it can use less power between readings. This can help extend battery life in applications where replacing or recharging a tag is difficult.

Track non-powered assets

HaaS can help teams manage equipment and other assets that do not have their own power source. NFC tags make it possible to access asset information on site with a compatible mobile device, supporting practical data collection and asset tracking.

Sensing with NFC tags

Semi-passive NFC tags can store sensor readings and make them available when needed. The tag remains inactive between readings, helping reduce power use. A compatible NFC-enabled mobile device can read the stored information on site.

On-demand connectivity

HaaS offers an entry-level option for collecting and accessing data from assets in the field. RFID and NFC tags can help teams identify equipment, retrieve stored information and capture data at the point of use.

For applications where continuous monitoring is unnecessary, on-demand data access can provide a simpler alternative to full telematics. The right tag and data workflow depend on the asset and the information you need to collect.

Read data without continuous external power

Semi-passive NFC tags do not need a continuous external power supply to be read. Their onboard battery supports sensor readings and data storage, while the tag can remain inactive between readings until triggered.

This approach can suit applications where access to power is limited or where data only needs to be collected periodically.

Designed for long service life

Because a semi-passive tag does not continuously transmit radio signals while idle, it can use less power between readings. This can help extend battery life in applications where replacing or recharging a tag is difficult.

Track non-powered assets

HaaS can help teams manage equipment and other assets that do not have their own power source. NFC tags make it possible to access asset information on site with a compatible mobile device, supporting practical data collection and asset tracking.

Have a question about HaaS?

Tell us about your assets and what data you need to collect. We can help you explore whether RFID or NFC tags are a suitable fit for your application.

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