FOI request detail

Asset tagging

Request ID: FOI-1771-1819
Date published: 01 November 2018

You asked
I would like to know if you hold information, case studies or final work reports when you have been using asset tagging or tracking (Barcode/RFID with a handheld Scanner) for your equipment you use on working sites? Having a lot of assets all over London, I would like to know if TFL can share its experience on this technology please. Share also the make model of the RFID tags and scanners you are currently using. I have highlighted the keywords in red if that helps.

We answered

TfL Ref: 1771-1819

Thank you for your email received by us on 4 October 2018 asking for information about asset tagging or tracking with a handheld Scanner) for use on working sites.

Your request has been considered in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act and our information access policy.  You asked for:

case studies or final work reports when you have been using asset tagging or tracking (Barcode/RFID with a handheld Scanner) for your equipment you use on working sites?

Unfortunately, we have been unable to find any case files or final work reports regarding RFID tags or tracking with handheld scanners. However, if you could provide any further detail regarding this and we will be happy to investigate further.

Please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal.

Yours sincerely

Jasmine Howard
FOI Case Officer
Information Governance
Transport For London

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