Industrial traceability: what are the real benefits of a solution like SolWaves?

December 4, 2025
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Industrial traceability can no longer be categorized as "secondary" in the order of business priorities. It is becoming a strategic management lever that is essential to the smooth running of operations. In a high-pressure environment, the ability to capture, structure, and exploit data in real time has become a key performance factor.
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Data at the heart of modern industrial traceability

Industrial companies must be able to:

✓ Instantly locate their products or components

✓ Reduce errors and losses in their logistics flows

✓ Become more responsive in decision-making

✓ Improve the reliability of their field operations

SolWaves responds to this challenge

Capture the right information at the right time to automate workflows, make operations more reliable, and make faster and more confident decisions.

SolWaves: agile middleware at the heart of industrial performance

SolWaves is middleware, i.e., an intermediate software layer between hardware (IoT readers, antennas, sensors) and business software (ERP, WMS, MES).

It acts as a technological bridge: it captures field data, filters it, processes it, and automatically transmits it to the right system. SolWaves adapts to the needs of each customer by easily interfacing with their IT systems, via API or WebService, depending on the integration choices.

To learn more about the RFID technologies used, check out our article: Advantages and applications of RFID

RFID, NFC, BLE... Multi-technology traceability

SolWaves is compatible with the following technologies:

UHF RFID: for high-performance reading (several hundred products in a few seconds and at a certain distance).

  • NFC: for contactless reading, ideal for mobile interactions.
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE): for more accurate tracking (geolocation) of connected objects
  • Smart Labels: traceable smart labels
  • QR codes and barcodes: complementary or redundant
  • Optical vision (planned integration): for camera analysis

This omnichannel traceability allows adaptation to all use cases, from components to finished products on pallets. SolWaves captures and records data at every key moment.

scanning a barcode with a smartphone

Reading dozens of products takes only a few seconds.

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Use cases: 3 concrete examples of smart industrial traceability

Motor racing (F1)

wind tunnel with a sports car

In the ultra-competitive world of motorsports, every minute in the wind tunnel is regulated and precious. When a prototype is tested, it is crucial to know exactly which parts have been exposed and for how long. Before SolWaves, this verification was done manually using QR codes, a time-consuming process that was prone to errors and unreliable in such a demanding environment.

Now, thanks to RFID antennas installed at key points, parts are automatically detected as they enter and exit the wind tunnel. The data is captured instantly, without human intervention.

The result: significant time savings, continuous traceability, and better allocation of regulated time in the wind tunnel.

Sports event logistics

Sports hall doors

During major international events, logistics becomes a critical challenge. A major player in sports timing prepares and transports sensitive equipment in extreme conditions: cold, snow, long hours, maximum pressure. Previously, each crate had to be opened and checked manually several times.

With SolWaves, each product is equipped with RFID tags, and warehouses are equipped with fixed antennas at the exit. Capture is automatic: a simple mobile scan is all it takes to know the exact contents, location, and readiness status of each crate, without opening it.

The result: fewer errors, fewer losses, less stress. Clear and smooth tracking, even in difficult environments.

Automated pharmacy

Woman at an automatic checkout scanning a pharmaceutical product

Three technologies are combined here: RFID, NFC, and Bluetooth. Everything is integrated into SolWaves, which manages data capture, synchronization with inventory, and any alerts in the background.

The result: a smooth experience, zero picking errors, real-time inventory updates, and enhanced security without human overload.

Key features and benefits

  • Massive real-time data collection
  • Fixed or mobile antennas, depending on the area
  • Custom settings and interface possible
  • Compatibility with AI and Blockchain
  • User autonomy: management without technical dependency
  • Native integration with ERP, WMS, MES

A concrete lever for logistics performance

SolWaves is not an abstract promise. It is a robust, proven, modular solution that adapts to real-world situations. In a context where responsiveness, reliability, and speed of processing are key, it is a strategic asset for logistics, quality, and industrial departments.

Would you like to try SolWaves or discuss a use case?

FAQ

How does SolWaves differ from other solutions on the market?

SolWaves is one of the only solutions that captures data using so many technologies (RFID, NFC, BLE, optical, etc.). Combined with Solid's field expertise, it offers unique adaptability. AI integration is also planned, allowing users to interact with the system and generate customized reports on demand.

Does SolWaves require any specific infrastructure?

It depends on the level of precision required and the technologies used. In most cases, significant time savings can be achieved without any visible installation. However, if the goal is complete automation of flows, certain technologies such as RFID, BLE, or NFC may require the installation of antennas, sensors, or network cabling. The infrastructure is always tailored to each customer's specific context.

Is there any support provided for installing SolWaves in businesses?

Yes. Solid provides comprehensive support, from installation to team training, to ensure a smooth and autonomous implementation of the solution.

How does SolWaves secure data?

Each tracked product is assigned a unique identifier. The data is encrypted and can only be interpreted by the customer's system (ERP, WMS, MES). The solution complies with current cybersecurity standards.

Contact our experts to see how SolWaves can be adapted to your specific situation.

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