RTLS applications continue to evolve.

The article looks at advances in real-time locating systems (RTLS) applications in hospitals that help in improving asset management, patient flow, and staff safety. Topics include technological advances that brought changes in RTLS such as the emergence of cloud-based solutions and Bluetooth low energy, data collection from RTLS systems, and RTLS installation planning. Examples of developments in RTLS solutions that are introduced in the market are noted.