Why use RFID for asset management?
RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) uses radio waves to identify tagged objects without needing direct contact or line of sight. In SafetyCulture, you can scan RFID tags to automatically fill the unique ID when creating assets or to instantly find them in the field. This speeds up registration, reduces manual entry errors, and ensures accurate tracking of tagged equipment across your organization. RFID is especially valuable in high-volume environments like warehouses, worksites, or depots where quick and accurate identification matters. Teams can save time, avoid duplicates, and keep asset records up to date with minimal effort.
Interacting with assets using RFID requires mobile app versions 25.24 or higher and devices running Android 8 or iOS 15 and above.
What you'll need
Make sure your Zebra scanner is connected via Bluetooth and your mobile device is online before scanning RFID tags.
Create an asset using RFID
Open the mobile app.
Tap More at the lower-right corner of your screen.
Select Assets from the list of options.
Tap at the lower-right of your screen.
Tap to upload the asset's profile picture from your device's gallery or take a new one.
Tap ,then scan an RFID tag to automatically use its ID as the asset’s unique identifier.
Select the asset type from the predefined list and additional custom fields will appear below. This field is required.
Select a site if applicable.
Enter the additional asset details.
Tap Save at the upper-right of your screen.
