OnAsset Intelligence, a provider of machine-to-machine (M2M) wireless asset tracking, sensing, and control solutions, released the latest version of its asset tracking platform at the M2M Evolution Conference in Austin, Texas.

The Vision Software platform is a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS (News - Alert)) solution that provides shippers with 24x7 visibility regarding the whereabouts and condition of their high-value assets in the supply chain. Featuring intuitive mapping capabilities with custom data overlays, the solution helps asset owners visualize the real-time state and location - as well as the status history - of any high value asset being tracked by OnAsset's SENTRY devices.

The software is used to monitor and analyze the data sent from SENTRY devices in the field. Vision helps shippers manage response plans in the event of a theft or temperature alert during transit. The latest version of the software enables customers to establish threshold limits regarding the temperature, pressure, humidity, light, motion, shock and vibration of transported assets.

Customers can now create virtual perimeter "geo-fences" that track the location of cargo from origin to destination. The software can also save route groups for frequent transit, or repeat shipments. In the event of an alert, owners get custom notifications via e-mail, SMS, or EDI exchange.

Vision also incorporates third-party data feeds that include weather reports, traffic reports, surveillance cameras at points of interests, such as rest stops or gas stations, airline arrivals, sea port arrivals, crime feeds and other data feeds. Businesses can also integrate Vision data directly into the ERP systems of shippers, manufacturers, distribution centers and retail outlets - providing complete visibility for in-transit and delivery status.

"Our SENTRY asset tracking devices provide a wealth of data, and the Vision platform enables customers to interpret the data, and turn it into actionable intelligence in the event of an alert during transit," said Chris Robison, vice president of Development and Professional Services for OnAsset Intelligence, in a statement.

 "The latest version of Vision incorporates functionality that's specifically designed to work the way that shippers and logistics providers work,” Robison added. “Much more than just 'dots-on-a-map', Vision is a business-centric tool that helps companies secure their supply chain, and reduce their transportation costs."

Recently, OnAsset Intelligence announced a partnership with Flemming Cargo Securement (FCS). With more than 20 years of experience in the trucking industry, and a robust database of law enforcement contacts, FCS’ services provide a perfect complement to OnAsset’s asset tracking technology, company officials said.