BLE Work in Process (WIP) Systems

Overview

BLE Work in Process (WIP) Systems are transforming industrial workflows through real-time visibility and seamless automation. These systems utilise Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology to accurately track and manage production activities across manufacturing lines, logistics hubs, and assembly environments. With their scalable architecture and minimal energy consumption, BLE WIP solutions help streamline operations, enhance traceability, and reduce manual errors.
GAO RFID Inc., headquartered in New York City and Toronto, Canada, offers a broad portfolio of BLE WIP Systems designed for a variety of sectors in Israel. Known globally as a top 10 supplier of RFID and BLE technologies, we bring advanced engineering, stringent quality controls, and expert technical support to every implementation.

What is BLE Work in Process (WIP)?

BLE Work in Process (WIP) refers to systems that track assets, materials, and components as they move through different stages of production or processing. Using BLE tags and sensors, these systems capture data at key process points, providing a real-time digital overview of manufacturing or operational status.
BLE WIP Systems are widely implemented in factories, logistics centres, aerospace assembly plants, electronics manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and food processing units. They can also be deployed across complex supply chains to maintain end-to-end visibility and compliance.

These systems contribute to lean manufacturing, error reduction, and predictive maintenance. By automating data capture and minimising manual intervention, BLE WIP helps optimise workflows and maximise operational throughput.

International Standards for BLE Work in Process (WIP):

• ISO/IEC 24730-2:2012 – Real-time locating systems (RTLS) using BLE
• ISO/IEC 18000-6C – RFID air interface standard, compatible with BLE-hybrid systems
• IEEE 802.15.1 – Wireless communication standard for Bluetooth

BLE WIP Regulatory Compliance in Israel:

• Israeli Ministry of Communications – Wireless Equipment Licensing
• Israeli Standards Institute (SII) – Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

BLE Work in Process (WIP) Applications:

• Real-time monitoring of production lines
• Workstation-level task tracking
• Parts and sub-assembly identification
• Quality control and status updates
• Workflow automation and bottleneck identification
• Asset movement across facility zones
• Compliance documentation and traceability

GAO Case Studies

Haifa, Haifa District
A major industrial electronics facility in Haifa integrated GAO RFID’s BLE WIP System to monitor sub-assembly movement and component status. The solution enabled real-time bottleneck detection, reducing rework time and improving production efficiency.

Petah Tikva, Central District
A life sciences company in Petah Tikva deployed BLE WIP Systems across cleanrooms to track biomedical samples. The system ensured traceability and compliance with documentation protocols while reducing manual handling.

Ashdod, Southern District
At a logistics and packaging centre in Ashdod, GAO BLE WIP Systems enabled workflow automation, real-time asset tracking, and seamless inventory updates—minimising delays and increasing throughput.

Kiryat Gat, Southern District
A semiconductor plant in Kiryat Gat used BLE WIP to track wafer lots through complex production cycles. The solution improved traceability and supported integration with MES (Manufacturing Execution System).

Netanya, Central District
An automotive component manufacturer in Netanya implemented GAO’s BLE WIP to monitor tool usage and workstation progression. This resulted in optimised machine scheduling and enhanced quality assurance.

GAO RFID Inc. provides these systems with robust R&D, ensuring reliability, scalability, and technical excellence to help industries achieve their IoT goals.

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