Groups

Feature Summary

The Groups feature allows users to categorize assets, users, or devices into logical groups, enabling efficient organization and management. These groups can be based on various criteria, such as asset type, location, department, or operational function. The feature provides a unified platform for managing and monitoring multiple assets and users simultaneously, making it an essential component of GSatTrack's functionality.

How to Use

How-To: Group Assets

1. Go to the navigation menu and click on ‘Add Item’

2. Click on ‘Add Asset Group’

3. Fill out the following information:

   1. Required

      1. Name

   2. Optional

      1. Color
      2. Parent
      3. Message Destination ID

4. Select the desired ‘Users’

5. Choose the desired ‘Assets’

6. Click on ‘Create group’

How-To: Edit Asset Groups

1. Go to the navigation menu and click on ‘Assets’
2. Click on the ‘Group Options’ icon next to the desired asset group
3. Click on ‘Edit Group’ and make the desired changes
4. Click on ‘Save Changes’

How-To: Delete Asset Groups

1. Go to the navigation menu and click on ‘Assets’
2. Click on the ‘Group Options’ icon next to the desired asset group
3. Click on ‘Delete Group’
4. Click the ‘Delete’ button on the popup window

Additional Information

Key Features

• Asset and User Categorization: Users can create custom groups to categorize assets, users, or devices based on specific criteria or attributes. This categorization simplifies the process of locating and managing assets and users.
• Efficient Asset Monitoring: By grouping assets together, users can monitor the status and location of multiple assets simultaneously, which enhances situational awareness and operational efficiency.
• Access Control: The Groups feature allows administrators to define access controls and permissions for different user groups. This ensures that users can only view and manage assets and data that are relevant to their roles.
• Real-time Data Visualization: Users can visualize the real-time location and status of assets within specific groups through maps, charts, and data tables. This facilitates quick decision-making and response to changes.
• Alerts and Notifications: Groups can be associated with specific alerting and notification rules, ensuring that users are informed promptly when events or conditions of interest occur.
• Reporting and Analytics: GSatTrack offers reporting and analytics tools to provide insights into the performance and behavior of assets and users within specific groups.

Use Cases

The Groups feature is highly versatile and finds application in numerous industries and scenarios:

• Fleet Management: Fleet managers can use 'Groups' to categorize vehicles based on location, type, or operational status, enabling efficient monitoring and decision-making.

• Security and Compliance: Organizations can create security and compliance groups to ensure that assets and personnel adhere to safety and regulatory standards within specific zones.

• Field Service Operations: Service organizations can utilize 'Groups' to categorize field personnel, ensuring efficient assignment of tasks and optimizing service operations.

• Asset Monitoring: Asset owners can group assets together for collective monitoring, providing insights into asset health, performance, and maintenance needs.