Case study

Asset tracking system for luxury vehicle manufacturers

RTLS solution to track and locate vehicles worldwide like R&D prototypes and cars for exhibitions and museum displays

Supercar manufacturer

High-end Automotive

Customer

Eccellenza dell'automotive di alta gamma

Storica azienda automobilistica italiana specializzata in vetture sportive di lusso.

Requirements

Worldwide asset tracking

Il cliente aveva la necessità di localizzare e tracciare, in tutto il mondo e con dispositivi autonomi, le vetture utilizzate dalle differenti Business Unit aziendali per le proprie attività: prototipi R&D, auto per le fiere e le esposizioni museali o per i dealers.

Solution

Tracciamento geografico di veicoli con tecnologie GNSS, IoT cellulare e localizzazione indoor su base cella

Per rispondere alle esigenze del cliente, UBIQUICOM ha implementato una soluzione di tracciamento geografico delle vetture basata su tag che sfruttano un mix tecnologie satellitari e di prossimità combinato con le tecnologie IoT messe a disposizione dagli operatori di reti mobili per la comunicazione.

La continuità nella localizzazione è assicurata anche in ambito indoor grazie alla localizzazione su base cella (2G/4G) che va a integrare le posizioni calcolate tramite tecnologie GNSS.

Le tag utilizzate offrono importanti vantaggi:

un’autonomia energetica di più anni, grazie a batterie sostituibili di lunga durata
la continuità di localizzazione su strada, nei magazzini, nei laboratori, nei musei e nei trasporti su gomma, ferro, nave e aereo
la capacità di comunicare in tutto il mondo utilizzando differenti tecnologie e operatori in funzione della disponibilità

Le tag, inoltre, rilevano e registrano:

urti subiti
eventuali manomissioni o rimozioni

Le informazioni vengono comunicate immediatamente alla piattaforma.

I dati storicizzati sono conservati per il tempo necessario e determinato sulla base delle esigenze del cliente.

Attraverso l’utilizzo delle applicazioni mobile e del Web client della piattaforma cloud IoT Ubiquicom Locator la soluzione permette al cliente di essere autonomo:

nell’accoppiamento e nel disaccoppiamento dei device (tag) con i veicoli
nel monitoraggio della posizione e dei percorsi
nell’analisi storica e nella produzione di report configurabili
nella configurazione degli allarmi basati su posizioni, tempi di viaggio, eventi o parametri ambientali rilevati anche da sensori esterni

La soluzione, ad esempio, offre al cliente la possibilità di definire delle aree geografiche e gestire gli eventi che riguardano l’ingresso o l’uscita da questi luoghi.

Il cliente, inoltre, può creare utenze e assegnare, a ciascuna, i permessi di visualizzazione e controllo: tipicamente ciascuna BU alla quale sono assegnate le auto ha visibilità esclusiva sulle proprie macchine e sui relativi eventi senza avere accesso alle informazioni su quelle delle altre Business Unit.

Results and conclusions

Visibilità completa della flotta con monitoraggio real‑time, storico movimenti e gestione centralizzata del parco veicoli

Grazie alla soluzione implementata da UBIQUICOM, il cliente ha ottenuto:

completa visibilità dell’esatta posizione di ogni veicolo
visualizzazione dei dati su una dashboard dedicata
possibilità di verificare in ogni momento lo storico dei movimenti e lo stato del parco auto a disposizione di ciascuna Business Unit aziendale (asset lifecycle)

Q&A

FAQ about Worldwide Tracking of Prototype, Test and Exhibition Vehicles

How can I track vehicles moving between countries?

UBIQUICOM combines GNSS positioning with cellular IoT connectivity using different mobile network technologies and operators according to availability. This approach allows automotive manufacturers to maintain visibility of vehicles during international movements and transportation. UBIQUICOM Locator centralizes location information and events associated with each tracked vehicle.

How can I track prototype vehicles used for testing around the world?

UBIQUICOM provides vehicle tracking and Real-Time Location System (RTLS) solutions that combine GNSS positioning, cellular IoT connectivity and cloud-based monitoring. This approach enables automotive manufacturers to track prototype and test vehicles across different countries while maintaining visibility from a single platform. UBIQUICOM Locator provides access to real-time location data, movement history and vehicle-related events.

How do automotive manufacturers track prototype vehicles worldwide?

Automotive manufacturers can track prototype vehicles worldwide using a combination of GNSS positioning, cellular IoT connectivity and cloud-based tracking platforms. UBIQUICOM combines these technologies to provide visibility of prototype, test and other high-value vehicles across different countries and operating environments.

How can I track vehicles used for exhibitions, events and dealer activities?

UBIQUICOM enables automotive manufacturers to monitor high-value vehicles used for exhibitions, trade shows, dealer activities, museums and other events. The solution provides visibility of vehicle location, movements and relevant events throughout their journey, including during international transportation. This helps organizations maintain control over valuable assets regardless of where they are deployed.

How can I track a vehicle when GPS is unavailable indoors?

GNSS positioning can be limited inside buildings such as museums, laboratories, warehouses and exhibition facilities. UBIQUICOM complements GNSS positioning with cellular-based location technologies to maintain vehicle visibility when satellite positioning is unavailable or limited. The available accuracy depends on the operating environment and network coverage conditions.

How can I track high-value vehicles throughout their lifecycle?

UBIQUICOM enables automotive manufacturers to monitor high-value vehicles throughout their lifecycle from a single cloud-based platform. Location, movements, alerts and historical data can be associated with each vehicle, supporting activities ranging from research and development to exhibitions, dealer programs and international transportation. This provides continuous visibility across multiple stages of vehicle utilization.

How can I monitor where a vehicle is during a test, race or automotive event?

UBIQUICOM Locator allows users to monitor vehicle locations and movements through a cloud-based platform. Geographic areas, events and alerts can also be configured to monitor specific locations and movements during tests, races, exhibitions and other automotive activities. This enables real-time monitoring and event-based visibility of tracked vehicles.

How can I receive an alert when a vehicle enters or leaves a specific location?

UBIQUICOM Locator supports geofencing, allowing users to define geographic areas and configure events related to vehicle entry and exit. Alerts can be associated with location, travel time and other events detected by the tracking device or external sensors. This functionality helps organizations monitor vehicle movements and predefined operational areas.

How can I track the movement history of a prototype or demonstration vehicle?

UBIQUICOM Locator stores historical location and event data, allowing users to review vehicle movements and routes over time. Historical information can also be used to generate configurable reports and support traceability throughout the vehicle lifecycle. Data retention policies can be configured according to customer requirements.

How can I detect impacts, tampering or removal of a vehicle tracking device?

UBIQUICOM tracking tags can detect and record impacts, tampering and device removal events. These events are transmitted to the platform, allowing users to monitor relevant incidents and configure appropriate alerts for high-value automotive assets. This helps organizations maintain greater awareness of potential issues affecting tracked vehicles.

Can I manage vehicle tracking across different departments or Business Units?

Yes. UBIQUICOM Locator allows organizations to create users and assign different viewing and control permissions. This enables each Business Unit to access the vehicles and events relevant to its activities while keeping other vehicle data restricted. The approach supports centralized vehicle tracking while maintaining appropriate data visibility across the organization.