Weapon Tracking System with Software. Barcoding. RFID. GPS.
Over 35 years in the tag-track-manage business – real deployments, real results.
Digital Armory Management. Automate Manual Processes.
Software. Tracking. Accountability. Compliance. Security.
IoTWeaponTracker is utilized by miliary, police and security companies for identifying and managing lethal weapons, weapon attachments, non-lethal weapons, magazines, tactical gear, ammo, drones, cases, cartons and any other items held by a customer. Utilized for armories, training facilities, ammo depots, warehouses and detention centers – all from a single, proven platform.
Deploying armory systems since 2007, IoTWeaponTracker has transformed military and police operations for global customers – delivering accurate and rapid operations, real-time visibility and accountability. IoTWeaponTracker is fully developed software that has been proven through prior customer deployments and is rapidly configurable for each new customer’s exacting requirements.
Software Platform
- IoTWeaponTracker is a comprehensive command center software solution that replaces manual processes, forms and paperwork with a computerized database management system.
- The software utilizes leading Microsoft and Open Software tools and is typically deployed to on-premise server(s) behind a customer’s firewall and security mechanisms. Cloud-based deployment is also supported.
- Active Directory (LDAP) login is supported. Synchronization with back-end databases is supported, including available API’s.
- IoTWeaponTracker provides real-time, 360˚ visibility for all items and personnel, across unlimited network or cloud-connected locations and sites. Including locations, statuses, tasks, reporting and history.
Access & Security
Personnel data is stored within the IoTWeaponTracker software, including ID # and fingerprints. Staff receiving weapons, gear and ammo are authenticated by software lookup, ID # entry or scanning the ID card, or, by scanning fingerprints.
All items being Issued to authorized personnel display as rows of data on an electronic signature pad, or, photos and rows of data display to an external monitor. Officers validate acceptance of custody by signing the signature pad or entering PIN # to touch monitor, ensuring proper accountability.
RFID antennas can be placed at exit points and will detect weapons approaching an exit. If a weapon is not properly authorized for removal, alarms, lights and voice commands are triggered.
Maintenance & Certification Oversight
- Personnel credentials and weapon readiness are monitored by IoTWeaponTracker, ensuring compliant and safe armory operations.
- The software monitors whether officers are ‘OK to ARM’ or ‘Do Not ARM’ status, and monitors officer weapon certifications and certification statuses. Only authorized officers marked ‘OK to ARM’ with current weapon certifications receive weapons.
- IoTWeaponTracker also monitors the working status and compliance of weapons, including status and due dates for weapon test firings, inspections, cleaning and maintenance. Weapons ‘out of compliance’ cannot be issued to officers.
- TrackerIoT provides assurance that only authorized weapons are issued and authorized personnel receive weapons.
The IoTWeaponTracker Automation and Tracking Process
Computerized Registry and Database
Authenticate Personnel
Automated Transfers and Turn-ins
Validate Transfer-of-Custody
Inventories, Audits and Find Missing Objects
GPS-GSM Real-Time Weapon Tracking & Alerts
A software and technology platform that has been proven across many military and police solution deployments.
Commercial Off-the-Shelf Armory and Weapon Tracking Software
IoTWeaponTracker is the central repository-of-record for your armory management and weapon tracking events, ensuring that every transaction, item movement, item status change, inventory count, weapon maintenance event and personnel updates are recorded, and the resulting historical records are all saved for audit-trail purposes.
Software Configuration and Customized Design
Being fully developed and fully configurable, client’s have the assurance that the software is ‘battle tested’ through many prior, successful deployments for high level military and police clientele, and, will be optimized to their exacting needs.
Because the software is configured based on customer requests and workflows, the software is easy to learn and easy to use, which increases solution adoption by staff and successful outcomes to meet and exceed solution objectives.
IoTWeaponTracker is the proven armory management – weapon tracking solution
Manages Items with Unique ID’s and Items without Unique IDs
Serialized items can be labeled with QR code (2D barcode) labels or RFID tags that are linked to each items unique ID #. Non-serialized items are typically represented by 1D barcodes with item-type name and barcode for each item-type. Non-serialized barcodes can be placed on shelves and drawers corresponding to where the items are stored, and, can be placed in binders that are utilized at tracking stations.
IoTWeaponTracker enables check-out and check-in by scanning serialized item labels or tags, and non-serialized items by scanning an item-type barcode and then incrementing or decrementing the quantity.
Issues, Assignments, Returns and Inventories / Audits
All items in an armory can be inventoried after shift-turnovers, or whenever needed, identifying all items in an armory or at any location. Inventory data is integrated with the data related to items that have been issued or assigned to personnel, for full accountability of all items.
Audits enable the advanced features of scanning all items in an armory to determine expected and found, expected and not found, and unexpected and found.
Barcode and RFID (Radio Wave) Tracking Technologies
Labeling and Tagging of Weapons, Gear, Ammo, Cases, Cartons etc.
Most military and police organizations tag lethal weapons with RFID, label non-lethal weapons -magazines - gear with RFID or 2D barcodes, and items without unique serial #’s are scanned utilizing 1D item-type barcodes and incremented or decremented. Assessment of all item-types and determination of preferences for labeling and tagging items is a critical element for producing and optimized armory management – tracking system.
RFID Tags for Weapons, Gear & Magazines
2D Barcodes for Weapons, Gear & Magazines
1D Barcodes for Item-types without Unique ID #’s for Weapons, Gear and Magazines
Customizable tracking station configurations.
Armory, Depot and Warehouse Tracking Stations
IoTWeaponTracker is the central repository-of-record for your armory management and weapon tracking events, ensuring that every transaction, item movement, item status change, inventory count, weapon maintenance event and personnel updates are recorded, and the resulting historical records are all saved for audit-trail purposes.
Desktop Tracking Stations
Desks, counter tops or any kind of work surface can be utilized to mount the equipment utilized for tracking the Issues and Turn-ins of weapons, gear and ammo.
A tower PC with large, touchscreen monitor is recommended for most efficient operations. Often, a printer is included to print forms and/or reports. If the computer operates as a stand-alone versus networked computer, external hard drive, UPS and router are included.
Barcode or RFID-barcode scanner, fingerprint scanner, electronic signature pad and similar devices are included according to customer preferences and labels/tags.
Wall Mount Tracking Stations
If weapon, gear and ammo are passed through windows during Issue and Turn-in transactions, and if there is available wall space, tracking stations can be mounted on the wall. Optionally, a networked RFID antenna can be placed below or above the window to auto-track item Issues and Returns.
The wall-mount tracking station is configurable as to height, attachments and shelves, to hold all of the hardware devices that are utilized for tracking transactions. Typically including USB barcode or RFID-barcode scanner, electronic signature pad and similar devices according to customer preferences and labels/tags being utilized.
Rolling Cart Tracking Stations
Some armories don’t have space for a wall-mount tracking station, and the preference is to transact Issues and Turn-ins at windows or doorways versus a work-surface within an armory. Rolling cart tracking stations are an ideal option for such scenarios. The cart tracking stations can be rolled where needed, when needed.
The rolling cart tracking station is configurable as to height, attachments and shelves, to hold all of the hardware devices that are utilized for tracking transactions. Typically including USB barcode or RFID-barcode scanner, electronic signature pad and similar devices according to customer preferences and labels/tags being utilized.
Barcode, RFID, BLE, GPS – right tag, right tech,
right asset.
Tracking Technologies: Barcodes, RFID, and Biometrics
Barcode Tracking: The Foundation of Identification
Label Durability: Asset labels must withstand extreme conditions (temperature, solvents, rough handling). Durable poly-laminate or metalized asset tags are required, often with the unique serial number etched or laser-marked.
Scanner Technology: Handheld USB or Bluetooth scanners are used. The key advantage is simplicity and cost.
Limitation: Barcodes require Line-of-Sight Scanning (LoS). The Armorer must physically locate and aim the scanner at each asset, which is a major bottleneck during large inventories.
Radio-Frequency Identification (RFID): The Game Changer
Passive tags contain no battery and are powered by the electromagnetic energy transmitted by the reader. This is the standard for asset tracking. An Armorer can walk into a storage cage with a handheld RFID reader and perform a full inventory count of hundreds of weapons in seconds, without ever touching or seeing the tag. The system logs the location and time of the count. Fixed RFID antennas can be mounted at strategic locations, such as the Issue/Return window or armory doorways.
Active tags contain a small battery, allowing them to broadcast a signal autonomously. They are reserved for high-value or critical assets that require geofencing and real-time location. Active tags, combined with strategically placed readers/locators, can provide the specific location of the asset within the building (e.g., "Rifle S/N X is located in Maintenance Bay A").
Infrastructure Deployment: Optimizing the Armory Layout
The Mobile Rolling Cart, typically positioned inside the armory or at secondary issue/return windows, is equipped with a tablet PC, mobile barcode or RFID scanner, and a compact printer. This setup allows the armorer to move the tracking station directly to the assets, enabling faster inventory checks and transaction processing at the point of storage.
The Exit Gate Antennas, installed at all personnel and vehicle exits, provide mandatory passive monitoring of every tagged asset leaving the secure zone. These antennas are fully integrated with the alarm and alert system to detect and report unauthorized movement. The Biometric Scanner, positioned at each authentication point, is used in high-security environments to verify the identity of both the armorer and the recipient before any transaction or access is approved.
IoTWeaponTracker armory management video
Certify personnel. Schedule cleanings. Monitor test-firings. Ready at all times.
Beyond Weapons: Comprehensive Asset and Tool Tracking
Critical Non-Lethal Gear Tracking
Radios and Communication Devices: Radios and other field communication equipment are essential for maintaining operational readiness. Tracker IoT monitors each device’s maintenance schedule, firmware updates, and battery replacement cycles, ensuring teams stay connected with reliable, fully functional communication tools.
Forensics and Evidence Kits: Forensic and evidence kits require strict control to maintain integrity and expiry compliance. Each kit’s contents are tracked by lot number, and the system automatically prevents issuance of any kit whose chemical or testing components have expired, ensuring every investigation or response team operates within evidentiary standards.
Vehicular Tools (e.g., Jaws of Life, Ram): Heavy-duty vehicular tools are tracked for liability and inventory control. Each tool is assigned to a specific vehicle, and the system logs usage hours and maintenance intervals. Automated reminders help ensure critical rescue or mechanical equipment is always serviced, safe, and ready for deployment.
Tool Crib and Maintenance Inventory
Check-Out/Check-In: Tools are issued to technicians for specific work orders.
Calipers and Gauges: The system tracks the required Calibration Date and locks the item from use if the date has passed, preventing technical errors.
Warehouse and Depot Management (The Supply Chain View)
Procurement Verification: The system allows depot staff to scan new shipments (e.g., a pallet of 50 new rifles). The system instantly compares the scan to the original Purchase Order (PO) created by the procurement department, ensuring that What was ordered = What was received = What was tracked. This prevents vendor discrepancies and reduces financial loss.
Bulk Transfer Tracking: Transfers between depots and armories are recorded as internal transactions with the same CoC log, ensuring accountability from the moment an item leaves the central warehouse until it is issued to the end-user.
Prevent Unauthorized Weapon Removals.
RFID Detection and Alarm Security at Armory Exits
Armory, warehouse, depot and training facility exits can be equipped with RFID antennas, alarm and video camera to detect RFID-tagged weapons and items as they approach an exit. When a RFID-tagged weapon or item approaches an exit, the tags are detected by RFID and antennas, which automatically transmit any unauthorized weapons or items to the IoTWeaponTracker command center software.
Alarm sounds, lights flash and there is a voice command ‘unauthorized exit…return to tracking station’. The tracking station can be linked to video cameras and utilize time-dates stamps to identify and person that exits and armory with weapons or other items in an unauthorized manner.
Rapid and Accurate Armory Inventories and Audits.
Mobile Scanners and Tables for Inventories and Audits
For customers utilizing barcode labels and not RFID tags, the mobile scanner only scans barcodes, from close proximity, one at a time. For customers utilizing RFID and/or barcodes, RFID tagged items can be scanned from distances up to 20’, and barcodes can be scanned one at a time from close proximity.
After shift turnovers, or at any time, armories can be inventoried to identify all items in storage, which is aggregated with all items Issued to personnel, to produce complete inventory reports.
Armory audits identify items expected within the armory, and produces a report of expected items that were detected, expected items that were not detected, and items not expected to be in the armory, but were detected.
IoTWeaponTracker is your 360˚ Weapons, Gear and Ammo Command Center
IoTWeaponTracker is a weapon management system that is available out-of-the-box with all of the capabilities developed for prior clients. It can be rapidly configured for each new client’s exacting data, tracking, workflow, security, and reporting requirements.
GPS-GSM Technology for Real-Time Weapon Tracking and Officer Safety
Tracker IoT LLC introduced to the global market the first GPS-GSM weapon tag and real-time tracking solution in 2018, and has continually enhanced the tag and software to the present date. Our current IoTWeaponTracker weapon tag is the most advanced in the worldwide market today, including tracking and security alerts.
The weapon tags are placed under the front of the barrels of handguns, and are placed in a forward grip for long guns. The tags are secured to weapons and require special tools to attempt to remove the tags.
Battery life is dictated by how often the tag pings its location via GSM messaging, with an expected battery life of 1 to 2 weeks. Handgun grips can be equipped with electro-magnetic charging device to automatically keep the handgun GPS tag powered, for much longer usage between recharging. Officers can include in their gear a batter pack that connects to the long gun tag to keep the tag charged for a longer period of time.
There are automatic alerts to the command center if tags are at low power levels. If the weapon/tag is not in an area that has electricity or charging capability, such as in a jungle or other remote area, officers can carry extra batteries and tags, to ensure that weapon tags have power for required, extended periods of time.
Weapon Separated from Officer Alert – Left behind, Lost or Stolen
IoTWeaponTracker Weapon Tracker tags include a BLE (Low Energy Bluetooth) computer chip. Officers can be equipped with a BLE personnel ID card or key fob. The BLE chip in the weapon tag is paired to the officer BLE card or key fob. The software enables a configurable weapon-distance-from-officer setting, such as 1 meter or 2 meters. If weapon is separated from officer beyond this threshold, there is an automatic alert.
If an officer or solider is separated from their weapon, an alert automatically transmits to the command center software so that a response to the incident can be executed to operational policies.
Weapon Unholstered Alert
IoTWeaponTracker Weapon Tracker tags are electro-magnetically linked to the hand gun’s holster. As a handgun is removed from a holster, the connection between the handgun and the holster is ‘broken’, based on the separation of the weapon/tag and the holster.
Once the weapon is pulled from a holster, it signifies an event of interest, and an alert displays in the IoTWeaponTracker command center software. Response to the unholstering of a weapon can be dispatched, or response can be triggered only if shot(s) fired.
Shot(s) Fired Alert
IoTWeaponTracker Weapon Tracker tags include a motion sensor that detects if a shot or shots are fired by a weapon being tracking by the GPS / GSM tracking system command center. The weapon tag includes an accelerometer chip that detects if shot(s) are fired, and also counts the number of shots that are fired.
Detecting shot(s) fired enables command center staff to dispatch security response, while also providing historical data that saves to the software corresponding to the officer’s actions and the weapon’s usage. Weapon separation from officer, unholstering and shot(s) fired alerts provide real-time visibility.
Geofencing Alert
Geo-fence boundaries can be established around any room, building, grounds or areas that are desired. Geofencing can be set for a armories and storerooms, to know if a weapon is removed from the storage system. Geofencing can be established for a building, to produce alert if a weapon leaves the building.
IoTWeaponTracker automatically diagnoses geofencing events and determines of the weapon was authorized for removal, and if not authorized for removal, triggers alert to the command center software.
Geofencing can also be applied to officer work areas, cities or any other perimeter.
Tag Tamper Alert
IoTWeaponTracker GPS Weapon Tracker tags include a motion sensor that detects if a tag is being tampered with or is being removed from a weapon. If a tag is tampered with or removed from a weapon, the event produces an alert via the software command center.
The alert indicates the specific weapon tag that is being tampered or removed, and indicates the specific GPS coordinates of the weapon’s location. Security response can be dispatched to assess operational details and to attempt recovery of the weapon.
Duress ‘Need Help’ Alert
Whereas the IoTWeaponTracker GPS Weapon Tracker tag includes automated alerts if a weapon is separated from an officer of custody, if a weapon is unholstered or shot(s) are fired, there are unknown circumstances that can put an officer at risk, that cannot be auto-detected by the tag itself.
The IoTWeaponTracker GPS Weapon Tracker tag duress button, enables police officers, security officers or soldiers to press the duress button to produce an immediate alert to the WeaponTracking command center so that officers and vehicles in proximity can be dispatched to assist the officer that alerted duress.
Route PlayBack and Reporting
The IoTWeaponTracker GPS-GSM software platform not only keeps track of the locations of weapons, and security events related to weapons, it is also a software database management system that tracks all of the data related to weapons, and, to events related to weapons.
Authorized Users of the software can not only see weapon locations and alerts, they can also query the software to determine activities related to officers and weapons. This includes location movements over time, that ensures that officers were performing duties and ‘making rounds’ as expected.
GPS Tracking Integration with Armory Management System
IoTWeaponTracker is a complete weapon, gear, ammo and personnel management system that provides all necessary features and functionality for managing weapons, gear and ammo in armories, warehouses, depots, training facilities, or wherever items are stored, issued and returned.
IoTWeaponTracker software has been successfully deployed for leading military and police organizations worldwide, and in synchronized seamlessly with data and details captured by our GPS-GSM weapon tags. IoTWeaponTracker is your turn-key solution for local and GPS tracking of weapons, gear and ammo.
Smart Storage Systems for Lethal Weapons, Non-Lethal Weapons, Ammo and Gear
Smart, electronic storage systems can be utilized for armories staffed by armorers and/or armories that are self-service whereby staff retrieve and return weapons and items themselves. Staff must be authenticated by PIN #, ID card scan or fingerprint identification.
These systems are highly secure, including anchoring units, heavy-duty locks and anti-tamper alerts, making it difficult for the unauthorized movement or removal of cabinets or the items in the cabinets.
Electronic storage systems are fully configurable based on the specific items to be stored and the features desired. These systems include the ability to store any kinds of items required, including lethal weapons, non-lethal weapons, magazines, ammo and gear.
Rugged, secure locker configurations enable storage of hand guns and magazines. Lockers can include RFID auto-tracking technology to monitor removals and returns. Lockers can also include weighing scales to ensure that magazines are removed and to confirm that there are no missing rounds.
Secure, Rugged butt holder / clamping configurations enable storage of long guns, with optional lockers for magazines. Long guns are secured within butt holder and by barrel clamp, preventing unauthorized removal of weapons. Butt holders including optional RFID scanner to track removals and return, and, weighing scale to ensure that magazines have been removed before being placed into storage.
Smart, electronic storage systems include the ability to power GPS weapon tags, radios or any items that have battery and require charging.
Traditional, Modern Storage Systems for Weapons, Gear and Ammo
Traditional, modern weapon storage systems provide easy and fast access to weapons and any other items stored in an armory. Each storage system and its components are configurable and designed for each customer’s specific item-types and quantities.
Open racks including attachments specifically configured for each type of weapon or items to be stored. These racks minimize the amount of floor space depth required for the racks, enabling more weapons and items to be stored within available floor space. Weapons and items can be rapidly pulled and put-back.
Open racks can be configured within lockable cabinets, providing similar storage capacities, with the added benefit of securing weapons and items by cabinet door locks. Cabinet door locks can be utilized by key, PIN # or fingerprint, and attempts to access the lock and actual opening of the locks saves as data within IoTWeaponTracker.
Storage racks and cabinets can be mounted on metal carriages with ‘wheels’ that fit over rails that are placed in or on the floor. These systems are referred to as ‘High Density Storage Systems’. The side panel of the cabinets includes either a hand wheel and chain that connects the hand wheel to the carriage axle, or, electronic buttons that link to the carriage axle. Configuration can include singled-sided or double-sided storage units. Use of hand crank or button moves the cabinets left or right, eliminating the need for multiple aisles, thusly enabling storage of the most weapons and items in the least floor space.
Smart Holster — When the Holster Connects, Everything Changes
The Smart Holster is the definitive solution for body-worn weapon detection: when a sidearm, taser, baton or pepper-spray is unholstered, this system triggers real-time alerts, activates the officer’s body-worn camera and synchronises with the IoTWeaponTracker command centre for live monitoring, analysis and response.
Beyond simple detection, the Smart Holster automates critical operational rules. When the weapon is drawn or separated from the officer, or used outside a defined zone, an alert is instantly triggered via the connected system. This ensures real-time response capabilities and supports proactive safety and accountability workflows.
Holster-aware sensor attaches to weapon-bearing holsters and detects removal or un-holstering events.
Automatic activation of body-worn camera when sensor detects a draw.
Live alerts to dispatch or command centre when weapon usage or separation occurs — enabling immediate backup or investigation.
Seamless synchronization with WeaponTracker IoT software — conflicts, events and logs are captured instantly in your tracking platform.
Solution Scalability acros divisions
IoTWeaponTracker Solution Scalability
Tracker IoT solutions can be expanded over time if and as customers desire to broaden the applications utilizing the software and technology.
Heavy Weaponry
Office and Industrial Assets
Documents, Files and Archives
Police Evidence and Seized Property
Warehouse Management
Personnel
Representatives Projects and Customers
One Tracking Ecosystem. Infinite Possibilities.
Whether you’re tracking weapons in an armory, files in an archive, assets in production, personnel in the field, or inventory in a warehouse, Tracker IoT unifies them all.
By combining precision tracking with real-time analytics, compliance assurance, and seamless integration, Tracker IoT becomes the central nervous system of your operations — helping you achieve greater visibility, efficiency, and control than ever before.