Customer Need

To automatically ID, authenticate, locate, time, and track workers on hourly wages for manufacturing and service sectors. Provide incremental and easy-to-use means to facilitate seamless payroll systems, productivity tracking systems and customer service functions.

Sentinel Custom Solution

* 134 kHz/900 MHz hybrid reader modules
* RFID badges, smart labels or wrist bands
* "Picture frame" antennas
* Hallway-width coverage via multiple antennas
* Biometric sensor option(s) - voice, retina, etc.
* Secure payroll systems interfaces
* Crypto key & random number algorithms
* Anti-pass-back feature, multi-user reads
* Multiplexed antennas, video camera i/f
* Full audit trail with time/date/location stamp
* Optional microcontroller/other sensors in tag
* Out-of-range access/intruder alarms
* Tag data-lock for audit trail/access denial
* Remote download of firmware/software upgrades
* XML, web access, PDA/cell phone interfaces
* Bluetooth option for PANs, short range wireless
* Active tags for longer ranges (>50 ft.)

System Performance Benchmarks

* > 99% read accuracy and reliability
* Gate-productivity improvement at rush times
* Supports emergency evacuation drills, systems
* Integrates easily with legacy HR systems
* < 18 month system payback/ROI for owners

Other Potential Applications

* Patient/patron/student tracking system
* Warehouse/yard management systems (trucks, forklifts, containers, pallets)