Author: Omprakash Bitla

Effective indoor asset management is a critical yet challenging aspect for organizations operating in complex environments such as hospitals and manufacturing units. Inefficiencies, lack of real-time visibility, and security risks often hinder seamless operations. To address these challenges, Sweya and Wisenet developed MIRA, an advanced Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)-powered Indoor Asset Tracking and Management Solution. Designed to streamline operations, enhance security, and reduce costs, MIRA was successfully deployed at SSKM Hospital, Kolkata, achieving:

• 70% reduction in asset tracking time
• 99% reconciliation accuracy
• 50% improvement in asset security

This blog highlights how MIRA’s innovative technology and scalable design offer organizations a transformative solution for real-time asset control and operational excellence.

Organizations operating in large indoor spaces face several pain points that disrupt daily workflows and increase operational costs:

• Lack of Real-Time Asset Visibility: Difficulty in locating and tracking assets within vast indoor spaces.
• Asset Security Risks: Increased vulnerability to unauthorized movement, tampering, or theft.
• Manual Reconciliation Challenges: Inefficient and error-prone asset tracking processes lead to inaccurate records and operational delays.

Industries such as healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics particularly struggle with these issues, where precise asset tracking is crucial for operational success.

MIRA (Managed Indoor Resource Administration) is a cutting-edge Indoor Asset Tracking and Management Solution designed to address these challenges using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology. It provides real-time, accurate, and secure tracking of assets within indoor environments.

• Real-Time Asset Tracking:
  • Monitors and provides live updates on asset locations.
  • Reduces time spent searching for misplaced equipment.
• Automated Alerts:
  • Sends instant notifications for asset tampering or movement beyond predefined boundaries (geo-fencing).
  • Enhances security by preventing unauthorized activities.
• Real-Time Reconciliation:
  • Automates inventory reconciliation processes, reducing manual intervention and errors.
• Customizable Solution:
  • Fully adaptable to meet specific organizational requirements.

MIRA leverages state-of-the-art technology to deliver seamless functionality:

• Bluetooth Mesh Network:
  • Provides extended coverage across large indoor areas.
  • A network of BLE routers and a single 4G gateway ensures reliable connectivity.
• Self-Powered Asset Tags:
  • Replaceable batteries last several years, reducing maintenance costs.
• Indigenous and Fully Customizable Design:
  • Tailored to meet local organizational needs.

NASSCOM CoE played a crucial role as a bridge between SSKM Hospital, Sodexo, and startups Sweya and Wisenet Technologies. Acting as a catalyst for transformation, NASSCOM CoE facilitated the transition from traditional manual asset tracking methods to a smart, automated system.

By leveraging its industry expertise and extensive network, NASSCOM CoE ensured smooth collaboration between stakeholders, provided strategic guidance during deployment, and enabled the creation of a robust, scalable solution that significantly enhanced Sodexo’s asset tracking capabilities.

MIRA was deployed in a live hospital environment at SSKM Hospital, Kolkata, for Sodexo. The solution was tailored to meet the hospital’s requirements for efficient asset management and security

Deployment Process:

• Installation of BLE routers to cover the hospital’s large indoor spaces.
• Integration of self-powered asset tags on critical equipment.
• Configuration of automated alerts and geo-fencing boundaries.

• 70% Reduction in Asset Tracking Time:
  • Staff could locate assets faster, saving time and improving productivity.
• 99% Accuracy in Reconciliation Processes:
  • Automated reconciliation eliminated manual errors, ensuring reliable asset records.
• 50% Improvement in Asset Security:
  • Real-time tamper and geo-fence alerts enhanced asset protection.

MIRA’s Bluetooth Mesh Network provided seamless coverage across SSKM Hospital’s vast indoor areas, requiring minimal infrastructure. As organizations scale, MIRA offers several advantages:

• Cost-Effectiveness:
  • BLE technology ensures low power consumption and long-lasting asset tags.
• Enhanced Security:
  • Automated alerts prevent asset misuse or unauthorized movements.
• Operational Efficiency:
  • Simplifies asset tracking and management, freeing up resources for other critical tasks.
• Data-Driven Insights:
  • Provides real-time data for informed decision-making and optimized resource allocation.

MIRA is more than just a tracking solution; it is a transformative tool that enhances operational excellence. Its success at SSKM Hospital demonstrates its capability to deliver measurable outcomes, making it an essential solution for organizations aiming to improve their asset management strategies.

With MIRA, organizations can:

• Improve Efficiency: Streamline asset management processes.
• Reduce Costs: Minimize operational and maintenance expenses.
• Enhance Security: Protect assets from unauthorized access and tampering.

As industries continue to seek innovative solutions, MIRA stands out as a game-changer in indoor asset tracking and management.

Imagine boarding a helicopter to an offshore site, confident that your safety training wasn’t just a routine presentation but an immersive, hands-on experience. Instead of flipping through a safety manual or watching a standard briefing video, you’ve already interacted with every emergency scenario in a virtual environment. You’ve felt the intensity of real-life situations, understood every protocol, and gained the confidence to handle emergencies. This isn’t a vision for the future, it’s happening now.

In this initiative, Imaginate XR , a leading aviation technology company, has introduced a Virtual Safety Briefing that transforms helicopter safety training. By leveraging cutting-edge virtual reality (VR) technology, this initiative enhances learning, making it more interactive and effective for offshore passengers. A crucial enabler in this journey was the MeitY nasscom Centre of Excellence (CoE) , which played an instrumental role in connecting the startup and the client, fostering collaboration, and driving technological advancement.

This blog highlights how Imaginate XR, a leading innovator in virtual reality (VR) technology with CoE playing a pivotal role in fostering collaboration and driving technological advancement.

Helicopter operations, particularly in offshore environments, come with inherent risks. Traditional safety briefings often rely on verbal instructions and printed materials, which may not fully engage passengers or ensure complete comprehension. Recognizing these challenges, the aviation company sought an interactive, engaging, and industry-compliant safety training module.

The solution needed to cover:

Attire regulations and restricted items
Baggage limitations
Supervised boarding procedures
Life jacket usage and emergency protocols
The goal was clear: enhance retention, improve preparedness, and elevate overall safety standards.

With strategic inputs and mentorship from MeitY nasscom CoE, Imaginate XR designed and developed a state-of-the-art VR-based safety training experience. Built on a comprehensive storyboard, high-quality 3D and 2D content, and expert voiceovers, the module ensures maximum engagement and understanding.

At the core of this innovation lies Imaginate’s proprietary VR collaboration platform, Atom, which facilitates a seamless and impactful training experience. Through this platform, passengers undergo a simulated safety briefing that provides an interactive, life-like experience—bridging the gap between traditional training and real-world preparedness.

Innovative Collaboration – A reputed aviation organization and Imaginate XR joined forces to create an engaging and effective safety training experience.
Virtual Reality Integration – The VR module immerses passengers in safety protocols, improving retention and comprehension.
Comprehensive Safety Guidelines – Covers attire, prohibited items, boarding/disembarking procedures, and emergency response measures.
Industry-Leading Expertise – With over 86,000 hours of accident-free flying, this initiative reinforces a steadfast commitment to safety.
Operational Efficiency – Ensures smooth execution of training while adhering to global safety standards.
Immersive Learning Benefits – Passengers familiarize themselves with safety measures before boarding, boosting their preparedness and confidence.

This pioneering initiative showcases how digital transformation is reshaping aviation safety training. By integrating VR into safety briefings, the aviation industry is setting a new benchmark for immersive learning in high-risk sectors like Oil & Gas.

A key takeaway from this collaboration is the vital role played by MeitY nasscom CoE, which helped accelerate startup innovation and bridge the gap between emerging technology and industry needs.

As VR-based training solutions become more prevalent, the future of aviation safety training is poised to be more interactive, engaging, and effective than ever before.

Enhanced Safety Training – Passengers are better prepared for real-life helicopter operations, reducing the risk of accidents.
Increased Retention & Engagement – The immersive nature of VR helps trainees retain safety protocols more effectively than traditional methods.
Operational Efficiency – Digitizing the training process saves time and resources while maintaining consistent safety standards.
Industry Innovation – This initiative sets a precedent for the aviation and Oil & Gas sectors to integrate cutting-edge technology into safety training.
Scalability & Future Applications – The success of this VR training solution paves the way for its adoption in other high-risk industries, elevating global safety training standards.

With safety at the core of aviation, leveraging advanced technology like VR is a game-changer. By embracing immersive learning, the aviation industry is not only enhancing training efficiency but also ensuring that passengers are better equipped for real-life scenarios.

As digital transformation continues to redefine training methodologies, this initiative stands as a testament to the power of collaboration and technological ingenuity – ensuring a safer, smarter, and more prepared future for all.