Development of an IoT-Enabled Construction Equipment Management Mobile Application

The client faces difficulties in real-time tracking and management of construction equipment on-site, leading to inefficiencies, increased costs, and difficulty in compensating for skilled worker shortages. There is a need for a connected system that allows operators to monitor and control machines remotely and accurately.

A large construction machinery manufacturer seeking to enhance machine monitoring and management through IoT integration and mobile solutions.

• Create a mobile application enabling real-time monitoring and control of construction machinery via IoT devices.
• Allow operators to view, connect, and manage machine parameters through Bluetooth Low Energy devices.
• Implement resource management features, including adding, editing, and deleting resources such as excavator buckets with photo documentation.
• Develop a permissions system within the app for role-based access control.
• Achieve a functional prototype suitable for presentation at major industry trade shows within a set timeframe.

• Device discovery and display based on proximity and database entries.
• Connecting to Bluetooth Low Energy devices to view and edit device information.
• Managing resources such as equipment parts, with capabilities to add, edit, delete, and attach photos.
• Linking/unlinking Bluetooth devices with resources through photo-capturing actions.
• Implementing role-based permission management within the app for security and access control.

• Bluetooth device connectivity modules
• Backend API for resource and device management
• Authentication systems for permissions control

• Real-time responsiveness to device data with low latency
• High level of security for authentication, data transfer, and permissions
• Scalability to support connection and management of thousands of equipment devices globally
• Compatibility with both iOS and Android platforms

The implementation of this IoT-enabled mobile application aims to significantly improve equipment tracking accuracy, operational efficiency, and resource management, reducing overall project costs. It is expected to facilitate better site oversight, minimize downtime, and demonstrate technological leadership at major industry events, potentially increasing market competitiveness and customer satisfaction.