Imagine your operations team facing a familiar morning. A critical piece of machinery is marked “available” on the dashboard, but itโs nowhere to be found on the job site. Crews are standing idle, project costs are ticking up, and your team is stuck making frantic calls to figure out who had the keys last. Every day, you are navigating a maze of signal blind spots, disconnected spreadsheets, and “ghost inventory” that disrupts your schedule before it even begins.
This is the reality for many equipment managers today. But it doesnโt have to be this way.
In the State of Asset Tracking Report 2026: From Simple Visibility to Operational Control, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of equipment management. From the persistent “blind spots” in connectivity to the critical gap between locating an asset and knowing who is using it, this report highlights the friction points that prevent organizations from achieving true ROI. More importantly, it uncovers the data-backed strategies top industry leaders are using to bridge the gap between the physical field and digital operations.
Why download this report?
Bridge the “Accountability Gap” While 97% of managers know where an asset is, only 50% track who is using it. This lack of “Operator Matching” is the primary driver of project delays and negligence. Get the full breakdown of why “custody tracking” is the new standard for reducing missing-but-on-site equipment.
Unlock the Hidden ROI of Operations Security is no longer enough. While theft reduction is down a massive 90%, savings in fuel and maintenance are lagging behind. Discover why “tracking-only” solutions have hit a ceiling, and see how high-performing teams are trying to unlock the next tier of efficiency.
Navigate the “Blind Spots” of Connectivity If your team is struggling with signal loss in warehouses, tunnels, or basements, youโre not alone. With 44% of respondents relying on manual scans to counter data silence, connectivity remains the #1 physical barrier. This report explores which technologies are finally solving the “Indoor Gap.”
Prepare for the AI-Driven Command Center The future isn’t just about more data, it’s about better actions. Learn why 30% of managers are prioritizing “Autonomous Alerting” for 2026, and how to balance AI to control workflows without losing human oversight.
Whether youโre a Fleet Manager looking to reduce downtime or an Operations Director seeking to enforce governance across scattered sites, the State of Asset Tracking Report 2026 is packed with benchmarks and playbooks to help you master your inventory. Donโt settle for just seeing your assets, start controlling them.
Download the full report now and transform your operations today!
