Design and analysis of an IoT-enabled asset tracking and management system for logistics

Mohd Nasir, Muhammad Nizam (2025) Design and analysis of an IoT-enabled asset tracking and management system for logistics. Project Report. Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka, Melaka, Malaysia. (Submitted)

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Abstract

Asset management in engineering, especially when combined with modern communication technologies and the Internet of Things (IoT), will greatly improve how to manage and maintain physical assets. The main goal of this combination project is to make improvement in assets management by using real-time monitoring to do predictive maintenance and data-based decisions. With IoT, sensors and modules are placed in assets to gather and send data of their condition, performance, and surroundings. This information is then sent through advanced networks to IoT software, where it can be analysed using smart cloud algorithms and monitoring systems. The results from these analyses will help organisations to predict problems, use resources more wisely, and reduce downtime and costs. The methods used typically include the development of low-cost hardware for tracking devices consisting of sensors, transmitters, and receivers of LoRa attached to a small microcontroller Arduino , setting up secure communication networks and using IoT database or edge computing to store data. Data analytics tools for Arduino serials provide useful insights into how assets are performing. The key finding from integrating asset management with IoT and modern communication is that it will significantly boost operational efficiency and operational quality. This approach will help to detect issues early, extend the life of assets, support better planning in operation, and improve overall productivity. In conclusion, combining asset management with IoT and modern communication is a major advancement in engineering, offering a complete solution for managing complex systems.

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