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We don't sell GPS positions, we provide productivity

Are you tired of just knowing where your tools and equipment are, and want to know how to make them work for you?

John Hakansson and Craig Allan

Worker in hard hat checking asset inventory on iPad.

Modern businesses demand more than visibility—they need insight. That’s why GPS alone doesn’t cut it. It's about leveraging that data to drive real productivity gains, reduce costs, and minimise risks. We don't just sell GPS positions; we provide solutions that transform how you manage your valuable assets.

The High Cost of “Lost & Misplaced” Assets

Think about it: Has there been a time when you didn't know where your assets are, and who had them? How much time and money does your business waste on trips to locate tools? Have you ever turned up at a job without a vital piece of equipment? Ever left a site and then discovered that a disc cutter has been left behind?

If you answered "YES" to any of these questions, you're not alone. Our partner, The Construction Equipment Association (CEA) in UK highlights the staggering impact of tool theft and misplacement:

92% of construction companies are directly affected by petty crime.
The total cost of theft and vandalism in the UK construction industry totalled £800 million in 2020.
An average builder will experience the loss of £10,000 worth of tools in their lifetime.

These aren't just numbers; they represent real losses in productivity, increased operational costs, and potential project delays.

As Sigbjörn Röd, HR and Resource Manager at Park & Anlegg in Norway, puts it: "Having the right tools in the right place is absolutely crucial to ensuring the company's efficiency and progress ."

Misplaced assets aren’t limited to tools—Thurlow Nunn Distrigo experienced this first-hand. As a major distributor for Stellantis motor parts, they were dealing with frequent losses of roll cages, each worth around £150—leading to unnecessary costs and logistical disruptions. To address the issue, they equipped every cage with ABAX Locator - Bluetooth-enabled tracking tags and fitted beacon devices in their delivery vans, creating a seamless, reliable tracking system.

This smart solution provided full visibility across their operations and virtually eliminated loss. As Carl Smith, Warehouse and Logistics Manager at Thurlow Nunn, puts it: “If we hadn’t been using ABAX, we would have lost half of the cages already.” The outcome? Greater traceability, fewer delays, and a more streamlined, efficient operation.

By implementing better asset tracking and tool management solutions, businesses can minimise losses, improve efficiency, and keep projects running smoothly.

Expensive vs. Valuable: The Productivity Perspective

In business, especially in industries like construction or landscaping, it's easy to equate "expensive" with "valuable." A high-end power tool is expensive, but is it valuable? The answer lies in its impact on productivity.

Expensive: An expensive tool is simply a financial outlay. It's a cost on the balance sheet. If that tool sits idle, gets lost, or is frequently unavailable when needed, its expense outweighs its value. It becomes a drain on productivity because it's not contributing to revenue generation.
Valuable: A truly valuable tool, regardless of its initial price, is one that consistently contributes to productivity. It's readily available, well-maintained, and its location is always known. Even a less expensive tool, if properly managed and always accessible, can be more valuable than a top-of-the-line model that's constantly misplaced or stolen.

Lost productivity is the real cost. An expensive asset that's poorly managed becomes a liability. A valuable asset, tracked and optimised, becomes a driver of efficiency and profitability. Asset tracking solutions like ABAX help transform expensive (and inexpensive) assets into valuable ones by ensuring they're always where they need to be, when they need to be there, maximising their contribution to your bottom line.

Beyond Location: The ABAX Global Network Advantage

ABAX understands that asset tracking is about more than just pinpointing a location on a map. It's about providing actionable insights that empower you to make smarter decisions. That's why we've developed the ABAX Global Network, a comprehensive solution that goes beyond basic GPS tracking – powered by ABAX entire network of 300k+ connected vehicles and machines.

Here’s our secret sauce: Your tools and assets are easier to find when every device works together to tell you where they are.

The ABAX Global Network integrates GPS and Bluetooth technologies to create a cohesive system where all your tools and equipment communicate their locations. This interconnectedness ensures that every asset, from heavy machinery to handheld tools, is accounted for within a unified platform that is easy to integrate with your own software applications. 70% of top economic performers use software applications they developed internally to differentiate themselves from their competition according to IBM.

Here's how ABAX helps you boost productivity:

Cut out wasted trips: No more unnecessary journeys to retrieve lost or forgotten assets. Know exactly where your equipment is at all times.
Complete jobs first time: Ensure you have the necessary assets on-site, eliminating costly return trips and improving customer satisfaction.
Gain a complete overview: Have a clear understanding of where each asset is located, who is using it, and its utilisation rate.
Reduce theft and loss: Receive alerts if assets are left behind or moved outside designated areas.