Asset IQ combines Active IoT-enabled tracking with Passive RFID and barcode technologies for tracking, tracing and monitoring reusable containers and pallets
Tosca, the reusable packaging and pooling solutions specialist, has announced that it is offering its Asset IQ traceability service as a standalone service for customers’ own reusable packaging for the first time in response to customer demand.
Developed and refined over several years, Asset IQ combines Active IoT-enabled tracking for high-value assets with Passive RFID and barcode technologies for high-volume operations, giving customers a flexible, scalable approach to traceability across the supply chain.
“Tosca Asset IQ is the result of years of experience helping customers improve visibility and control across complex supply chains,” said Eric Frank, CEO, Tosca. “Our dual active and passive architecture enables businesses to select the right level of traceability for their operations while maintaining a single view of their assets. The result is greater efficiency, improved decision-making and stronger supply chain performance.”
Asset IQ provides businesses with a comprehensive solution for tracking, tracing and monitoring reusable containers and pallets throughout their lifecycle.
At the heart of the service is a dual traceability approach that has been developed to meet the different requirements of modern supply chains. Asset IQ Active delivers real-time visibility for high-value assets where precise location and condition monitoring are critical, while Asset IQ Passive enables cost-effective tracking of large asset populations in high-volume environments.
“This flexibility allows businesses to deploy traceability solutions tailored to their operational needs while benefiting from a proven platform that supports inventory management, process optimisation and regulatory compliance,” Tosca said.
“Asset IQ goes beyond asset tracking to help businesses improve supply chain performance. By providing greater visibility into asset movements and utilisation, the service enables organisations to identify inefficiencies, reduce operational bottlenecks, optimise inventory levels and improve route planning.”
The insights generated through Asset IQ can also support sustainability objectives by helping organisations reduce unnecessary transport movements, minimise product and asset losses, improve asset utilisation and support circular supply chain models.
While Asset IQ is built on an established foundation, Tosca said it continues to invest in new technologies and applications to meet evolving supply chain requirements. As technologies such as sensors, chips, connectivity solutions and battery systems become more accessible, Tosca is exploring new ways to combine active and passive tracking capabilities.
“We see significant potential in hybrid active and passive solutions, particularly in highly automated supply chains,” Frank said. “For example, an active-enabled pallet may transport multiple passive-tagged crates, allowing businesses to gain visibility at different levels of the supply chain while managing costs effectively. Bringing these technologies together through a unified dashboard can help customers make faster decisions and optimise operations on a larger scale.”
This hybrid approach represents the next stage in the evolution of supply chain traceability, enabling businesses to achieve greater visibility while maintaining operational efficiency.
According to Tosca, Asset IQ supports a wide range of supply chain applications across retail, food, beverage and consumer goods sectors. It provides the visibility needed to maximise the value of reusable assets throughout their lifecycle, supporting more efficient resource use and reducing unnecessary waste across the supply chain.
“By creating a digital record for reusable containers and pallets, Asset IQ helps businesses maintain greater control of their assets while supporting evolving sustainability and regulatory requirements. The service is particularly valuable in increasingly complex supply chains where visibility, accountability and efficiency are becoming ever more important,” Tosca said.
