WO2020091687A1 - Système d'étiquettes intelligentes de l'ido pour stockage d'articles - Google Patents

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WO2020091687A1
WO2020091687A1 PCT/SG2018/050553 SG2018050553W WO2020091687A1 WO 2020091687 A1 WO2020091687 A1 WO 2020091687A1 SG 2018050553 W SG2018050553 W SG 2018050553W WO 2020091687 A1 WO2020091687 A1 WO 2020091687A1
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Cheryl Liyun ONG
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  • the present invention relates to a IOT Smart Label system tentatively named“WIZT” used with a mobile phone application/program as an interface that records data of articles including their storage location and images of the articles, said data being uploaded and stored in the Cloud or a Server and which allows a user to search, retrieve, view or share data on articles with other users, using mobile phone and other electronic devices.
  • IOT Smart Label system tentatively named“WIZT” used with a mobile phone application/program as an interface that records data of articles including their storage location and images of the articles, said data being uploaded and stored in the Cloud or a Server and which allows a user to search, retrieve, view or share data on articles with other users, using mobile phone and other electronic devices.
  • Smartphones are getting larger in memory and operating speed. Since most smartphones comes with a camera, the Inventor has proposed to utilize the power of the smartphone and camera function to capture data of articles as the articles are being stored so that there are electronic records containing data of these articles being stored including location details of such articles. The electronic records would then be maintained in the Cloud or on a Computer Server and accessed as and when there is a need to locate any article. Some of the data captured in the electronic records would also be stored in the Smart Labels used in this Storage System, bridging details of physical articles stored in a storage area with the electronic records kept and maintained in the Storage System of the stored articles.
  • Smartphones with cameras with the capability to read and recognize electronic data using its scanning function would be able to scan and read electronic data from other devices or Smart Labels containing embedded electronic data.
  • Smartphones with camera and scanning and handwriting conversion/reading function would also be able to scan, convert handwritten notes to electronic data and“read” such handwritten data.
  • smartphones with scanners would be able to scan Smart Labels for data and act as a communication interface between the physical entity and the smartphone.
  • the electronic data would be stored, processed and communicated to other electronic devices and storage mediums such as servers and the Cloud.
  • a IOT Smart Label System making use of a Mobile Phone to capture data and involving a Mobile App to capture data on articles which are being stored would allow such data to be kept in a database and the same database may be accessed later on to enable a user to search for any article and retrieve data on articles to enable the user to locate the stored items.
  • IOT Smart Label System it is further desirable for such a IOT Smart Label System to be used on multiple software platforms and on all electronic devices so that users may be able to access data on location of their articles or personal effects anywhere.
  • a first objective of the Invention for a IOT Smart Label System for storage management of articles is to provide:-
  • the IOT Smart Label System uses a Smart Label to organise and record data of the article and location of the article in a storage facility.
  • the IOT Smart Label System provides for the articles to be stored in a storage space in the storage facility, and the storage space is identified by the Smart Label.
  • the IOT Smart Label System uses a smartphone to scan the Smart Label to read/record the identification details (written or printed) on the Smart Label.
  • the IOT Smart Label System provides a Mobile App to carry out functions for search function, add label function, and view floor plan function.
  • the IOT Smart Label System stores data of stored articles which are searcheable via database containing information of the stored articles.
  • the IOT Smart Label System contains data of stored articles in the database which is searcheable.
  • the IOT Smart Label System has an add label function which allows a user to add a new label which contains new details of stored article, and stored space, content data and a location marker.
  • the IOT Smart Label System uses a location marker to identify the location of the stored article within the storage facility.
  • the IOT Smart Label System has a view, edit and add floor plan function which allows a user to add floor plans of the storage facility for viewing and editing of stored articles in the said floor plan.
  • the IOT Smart Label System allows the floor plans to be uploaded in the form of an image of an actual floor plan.
  • the view floor plan function of the IOT Smart Label System allows a user to create floor plans customized to personal preferences by manually drawing a layout of a floor plan.
  • the IOT Smart Label System further comprises a print label function which allows the user to print the Smart Label.
  • the IOT Smart Label System allows a user to use a smartphone and a Mobile App downloadable from the Google PlaystoreTM or Apple StoreTM and said Mobile App is also registered with Mobile App provider.
  • a second objective of the Invention is a method of recording storage of an article using the IOT Smart Label System of the invention, comprising the steps of:
  • step (v) saving and uploading the recorded details in step (iii) onto a server linked to the IOT Smart Label System.
  • this method of searching an article from database uses the scanning function of the IOT Smart Label System, comprising the steps of:
  • the method of using a locality function of the IOT Smart Label System includes using an icon of a faded box which appears on the smartphone to indicate an available empty stored space which does not contain any article.
  • the method of searching a stored article in a stored location using the IOT Smart Label System comprises the steps of
  • the method of using a multi-user function allows a user to use the functions of the Mobile App including scanning, searching, adding label, viewing floor plan, uploading photo or image file of a floor plan and drawing floor plan manually.
  • the method of using a restricted access multi-user function allows the user permission of restricted function of scanning, searching, adding label, viewing floor plan, uploading photo ot image file of a floor plan and drawing floor plan manually as dictated by the main user.
  • the IOT Smart Label System is web based and uses a Mobile App and a smartphone to record data on storage of stored articles and retrieve data on same data. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DIAGRAMS
  • Storage Space refers to any storage medium, be it a box or a cupboard or any container or even a cabinet to store articles.
  • the storage space is identified in the IOT Smart Label System by a specific Smart Label, the Smart Label containing information of the storage space including its location marker and an unique identifier assigned to the IOT Smart Label system, indicating that the storage space is part of the IOT Smart Label System.
  • the articles may be personal effects or files or personal or business assets.
  • the IOT Smart Label System may be accessed using a smartphone and Mobile App as well as any other electronic device such as tablet or Personal Computer or other hand held electronic device.
  • Fig 1 shows a system architecture of the IOT Smart Label System for storage of articles and to organise, record data and retrieve data of items stored and their locations.
  • Fig 2 is a flowchart of the steps by a user of the IOT Smart Label System using a Mobile App of the IOT Smart Label System for storage of articles, in organising and recording data of items and their location.
  • Fig 3 shows how a user prepares a Smart Label to record the identification of the storage space and articles to be stored in the storage space using the Smart Label of the IOT Smart Label System.
  • Fig 4 shows the steps taken by a user to identity the storage space and stored articles using the Mobile App of the IOT Smart Label System.
  • Fig 5 shows the steps taken by the same user to identify and store another series of stored articles in another storage location/storage space using the Mobile App of the IOT Smart Label System.
  • Fig 6 and 7 shows 2 search methods showing the steps for each search method by the user to search for an item using the Mobile App of the IOT Smart Label System.
  • Fig 8 shows another search method using the Mobile App of the IOT Smart Label System whereby the user physically scans the Smart Label on each storage space using the mobile phone
  • Fig 9 shows an example of an unauthorised computer readable code not registered in the database created in the IOT Smart Label System. The same result would arise if the smartphone used to scan the Smart Label is unauthorised or an unauthorised label is scanned by an authorised smartphone.
  • Fig 10 shows another search method using the Mobile App of the IOT Smart Label System whereby the user browses the list of stored items in the database and see which one or more location/storage space these items are in.
  • Fig 11 shows how a locality function of the IOT Smart Label System using the Mobile App works.
  • a location map of the location/storage space is self drawn.
  • Fig 12 shows how a locality function of IOT Smart Label System using the Mobile App works.
  • a floor plan of the stored location/space is scanned or uploaded into the System using the Mobile App.
  • Fig 13 shows how a search of a stored item in a stored location recorded within the IOT Smart Label System using the Mobile App.
  • a hand drawn location map and in a second example using a floor plan.
  • Fig 14 shows the multi-user function of the IOT Smart Label System using the Mobile App wherein two or more users are allowed secondary and shared access.
  • Fig 15 shows another feature of the multi-user function with limited access to the IOT Smart Label System using the Mobile App.
  • the features of the IOT Smart Label System (26) using the Mobile App (24) to interface with the IOT Smart Label System (26), how the IOT Smart Label System (26) works and its various functions would be explained with reference to the drawings.
  • the Application interface of IOT Smart Label System (26) would work with multiple mobile phone systems (20) as well as in other non-mobile phone software platforms and other types of electronic devices (20) such as tablets and PCs (20).
  • the IOT Smart Label System (26) using the Mobile App (24) to interact with the IOT Smart Label System (26) is suited for either personal use or business use.
  • the articles referred herein could be personal effects (in the case of personal use) or files and business assets (in the case of use of the Mobile App (24) for business).
  • the Mobile App (24) may operate on any system for electronic devices including Android and Iphone mobile phone systems (20) as well as software for Personal Computers, Tablets and other forms of electronic communication devices (20).
  • a Smart Label (10) is used to identify each storage container (40).
  • the Smart Label (10) would have a unique computer readable data as well as writable/written headers to describe details of articles stored in the storage spaces, including a location marker.
  • the storage container (40) referred herein could be a box or any container including a cabinet or cupboard.
  • Fig 1 shows a system architecture of the IOT Smart Label System (26) for storage of articles and to organise, record data and retrieve data of items stored and their locations.
  • the IOT Smart Label System (26) uses a Smart Label (10) to organise and record data of items and location.
  • the user would store items in each storage space (40) physically (such as a box or cabinet) and each storage space would be identified by a Smart label (10).
  • the Smart Label (10) would contain details of the container including an unique computer readable code (such as QR code, RFID or NFC).
  • a user would use the Smartphone (20) and Mobile App (24) of the IOT Smart Label System (26) to capture images of the stored articles in a specific location and record the description of the articles using the camera (22) in the mobile phone (20). Once the data of each stored item is captured by the Mobile App (24), the data would be uploaded to the cloud or server and stored for future retrieval and reference.
  • the IOT Smart Label System (26) allows the user to perform the following functions, using either a Smartphone (20) and the Mobile App (24) or any electronic device (20) using software application using the IOT Smart Label System (26) :-
  • View Floor plan including upload of floor plan, view floor plan, edit floorplan and adding other floor plans (36).
  • Multi platform enabling the user and authorised users to access the stored data from a variety of electronic devices (22).
  • the scan function (30) of the IOT Smart Label System (26) allows the user to use the Mobile Phone (20) and Mobile App (24) to read physical labels (10) consisting of computer readable codes for authorisation of use, allow Mobile App (24) to read the data/label (10) and retrieve data from server related to the Smart Label/header (10) as well as data on stored articles recorded as being stored in the storage space (40) and location details.
  • the Search function of the IOT Smart Label Sytem (26) allows the user to search the database of stored items and storage spaces (40) using specific keywords or name of articles as well as viewing the list of stored articles.
  • the Add/edit labelfunction of the IOT Smart Label System (26) allows the user to add a new description or Smart Label (10) and content data stored including new details of description or label of stored items and identity of stored space.
  • This function also allows content data to be organised in the Header of Data.
  • a location marker is also added to identify the location of the storage container (40) within the premises (for home or personal Mobile App use (24) or the location of the storage container (40) like a cabinet within a specific department or floor of an office (for business Mobile App (24) users). This function would also enable the user to edit the contents of the storage space (40) and data header of the Smart Label (10).
  • the View/Add Floor Plan function of the IOT Smart Label System (26) allows the user to add floor plans of the premises (for home or personal Mobile App use) or within a specific department or floor of an office (for business Mobile App users).
  • the Floor plans may be in the form of an image of an actual floor plan by scanning or uploading an actual floor plan, or could be sketched by the user (hand drawn). This would allow specific storage containers (40) to be placed in the floor plans to reflect their actual location. Once a specific storage container (40) is moved to a spot in the Floor Plan, the floor plan (updated with location of the storage space (40) with its associated data on articles stored in the said storage space (40) would be saved and uploaded through the Mobile App (24) onto the Cloud or a Server.
  • the View /Add Floor Plan function also allows users to create floor plans customized according to the user’s preferences or specifics.
  • the view floor plan function allows the user to view previously stored floor plans.
  • the edit floor plan function of the IOT Smart Label System (26) allows the user to edit previous floor plans”
  • the IOT Smart Label System (26) would have an option featuring a Print Label Function whenever the software is linked to a printer device.
  • the Print Label Function would enable the user to print the Smart Label (10) with computer readable code for the Scanning Function to work.
  • the paper to be used for the printing of Smart Label (10) may be of any good quality paper, preferably with an adhesive on the other side, for ready affixing onto the surface of the storage space. Alternatively the details may be written as another option for users.
  • a user In order to use the Mobile App (24), a user must download the Mobile App (24) from either Google PlaystoreTM or Apple StoreTM. After download, the user would have to register with the Mobile App provider, providing basic personal (or business information). The user or each user (in the case of business Mobile App (24)) would have to sign up - via GoogleTM or FacebookTM or email and create a username.
  • Fig 2 is a flowchart of the steps by a user of IOT Smart Label System (26) using a Mobile App (24) of the IOT Smart Label System (26) for storage of articles, in organising and recording data of articles and their location. The following would be the sequence of actions by a user when placing an article into a specific container for the purpose of recording storage (40) of the article in the IOT Smart Label System (26) :-
  • the user would begin by affixing a Smart Label (10) to a specific storage space (40) e.g. cabinet or cardboard box or wardrobe.
  • the Smart Label (10) consists of unique computer readable codes (which may be embedded) ⁇ ]. If a new container is used for the first time, a Smart Label (10) would be affixed to the new container. Details of identity of stored container (40) includes an unique computer readable code. Without the authorised computer readable code, the data written on the Smart Label (10) cannot be scanned and read. This function of adding a new Smart Label (10) ensures that content data are recorded and organised in the Header of Data. A location marker is also added to identify the location of the storage space (40).
  • the user would then pack selected articles and items into the storage space (40) and record data of these selected items as these are being packed into the storage space (40), including using the camera (22) of the mobile phone (20) to take a photo of the item being placed into the storage space (40).
  • the picture of each item would also be tagged e.g. #shoes, #heels.
  • the user would then record the location of the storage space (40) using either a hand drawn location map or a floor plan (downloaded into the mobile phone (20)).
  • the stored data of the article - description of the item, identity of storage container (40) may be shared with other users authorised by the user.
  • the user may also invite other authorised users to collaborate in organising the stored items (in the case of a Smart Label (10) Mobile App (24) for business/office use) or just to view on a selective limited access basis.
  • the authorised users may be allowed to make changes or be authorised to view selected storage spaces [40] on a selective limited access basis.
  • Fig 3 shows how a user prepares a Smart Label (10) to record the identification of the storage (40) space and articles to be stored in the storage (40) space using the Smart Label (10) of the IOT Smart Label System (26).
  • the user writes on the target area of a label (10) and affixes it on the desired storage container (40).
  • the Smart Label (10) is embedded with a unique computer readable code (such as QR code, RFID or NFC).
  • the computer readable code (which may be embedded) would contain an authorised encryption! M Without the computer readable code, the Smart Label (10) cannot be scanned.
  • Each Smart Label (10) is unique and may optionally be used on holographic background in order to prevent counterfeiting such as photocopying or other misuse.
  • the Smart Label (10) would also have space for the user to write some details or identification or description of the storage container (40).
  • the Smartphone (20) and Mobile App (24) would be able to convert hand written or printed details into electronic data.
  • Fig 4 shows the steps taken by a user to identity the storage container (40)] and stored articles using the Mobile App (24) of the IOT Smart Label System (26).
  • the user wishes to store these items - a pair of shoes, a pair of heels, a phone and a CD in Storage container[40] identified in the Smart Label as“ Box 1“.
  • the user would scan the QR code, RFID or NFC on the Smart Label of Box 1 to have authorised access to use the Smart Label (10).
  • the user would take a photo of each item using the camera (22) in his mobile phone (20).
  • the user would identify each item placed into the storage container (40)“Box 1” by tagging the photo of each item e.g.
  • Fig 5 shows the steps taken by the same user to identify and store another series of stored articles in another storage location/storage (40) space using the Mobile App (24) of the IOT Smart Label System (26).
  • the user wishes to store these items in another container identified in the Smart Label as“Box 2“ - a pot, a pair of shoes and a mug in Storage (40) space.
  • the user would scan the QR code, RFID or NFC on the Smart Label (10) of Box 2 to have authorised access to use the Smart Label, including the location marker.
  • the user would take a photo of each item using the camera (22) in his mobile phone (20).
  • Fig 6 and 7 shows steps of two different search methods taken by the user to search the database for an item stored in the premises using the Mobile App (24) of the IOT Smart Label System (26).
  • Fig 6 shows the steps taken by the user to search for an item using the Mobile App (24) of the IOT Smart Label System (26) a first search method - using tags.
  • the user would open the Mobile App (24) and use the “Search” Function.
  • the user then types in the item he is searching for. In this example, the user types in“# shoe”.
  • the screen of the Mobile App (24) would display the icons of the Storage containers (in this case, Box 1 and Box 2).
  • the user interacts with the icon Box 1 by placing the cursor on Box 1.
  • the screen of the Mobile Phone (20) would now display the contents in Box 1 which are a pair of shoes, a CD, a phone and a pair of heels with each item identified as # shoe, #cd, # phone, # heels.
  • Fig 7 shows the steps taken by the user to search for an item using the Mobile App (24) of the IOT Smart Label System (26) employing the second search method using Smart Label name.
  • the user would open the Mobile App (24) and use the“Search” Function.
  • the user then types in the Smart Label name to begin the search.
  • the user types in “Box 1”.
  • the screen of the Mobile App would display the icons of the Storage containers (in this case, Box 1 and Box 2).
  • the user interacts with the icon Box 1 by placing the cursor on Box 1.
  • the screen of the Mobile Phone would now display the contents in Box 1 which are a pair of shoes, a CD, a phone and a pair of heels with each item identified as # shoe, #cd, # phone, # heels.
  • Fig 8 shows another search method using the computer readable code scanning function of the Mobile App of the IOT Smart Label System (26) which the user may find the need to verify or see the contents of a container.
  • the user physically scans the Smart Label (10) on each stored container (40) using the mobile Mobile App (24) in order to see the contents of each storage container (40).
  • the mobile phone (20) scans the Smart Label affixed on the stored container (Box 1 )
  • the computer readable code scanner would identify and recognises the M unique computer readable code and proceeds to retrieve the data of the Smart Label (10).
  • the Mobile App (24) would then identify the container as Box 1 , and downloads the details of Box 1.
  • the screen of the Mobile App would then display the contents in Box 1 - a pair of shoes, a CD, a phone and a pair of heels with each item identified as # shoe, #cd, # phone, # heels.
  • Fig 9 shows an example of an unauthorised computer readable code not registered in the database of the IOT Smart Label System[10].
  • someone not the user uses another smartphone to physically scan an unauthorised label on the storage space in an attempt to see the contents of Storage space (Box 1 ).
  • the person’s mobile phone (20) using the computer readable code scanner would not be able to recognise the computer readable code of Box 1.
  • this person would not be able to see the contents of Box 1.
  • This function would be useful for Business applications where items are stored by different users and only the authorised users are given access to the contents of each storage container (40) by means of the company unique QR, RFID or NFC code.
  • the same results would arise if the user uses the smartphone (20) to scan the Smart Label (10) (containing authorised computer readable code) but the user is not authorised in the IOT Smart Label System (26).
  • Fig 10 shows another search method using the Mobile App (24) of the IOT Smart Label System (26) whereby the user browses the list of all recorded labels (10) and tags in the database. The user would then pinpoint the tags they are looking for and select the Smart Label (10) it is linked to. The screen of the Mobile App would then display the full data of the Smart Label (10) such as location and other items stored in it. In this example, the user scrolls through all the recorded labels (10) and tags and pinpoints the tag #shoes in label ⁇ Box 1 > and ⁇ Box 2>. The user then interacts with ⁇ Box 1 > label and the Mobile App displays the data of the contents in it as well as the location marker. Similarly with ⁇ Box 2>, the data of the contents and location marker of
  • ⁇ Box 2> would be displayed on the screen.
  • Fig 11 shows how a locality function of IOT Smart Label System (26) using the Mobile App works.
  • a location map of the stored location/storage space (40) is self drawn.
  • the location map may be drawn using another drawing Mobile App (24) or using the drawing function of the Mobile App (24).
  • the screen would show a Grid layout and the user may insert squares and rectangles and other geometric shapes to prepare the layout of a locality such as a room or a section of a building (if the Mobile App is for business use).
  • each stored container (40) may be carried out by moving the icon identified as the particular stored container (40), e.g. Box 1 to the desired location in the Floor Plan.
  • the Mobile App (24) would be saved and the location of the stored container (40) updated in the database/server.
  • a faded box is shown. This shows the user that there is an empty and available stored space which does not contain any item yet.
  • Fig 12 shows another type of use of the locality function of IOT Smart Label System (26) using the Mobile App[24] works.
  • a floor plan of the stored location/container is scanned/uploaded into the Mobile App (24).
  • a file containing the floor plan may also be downloaded from the Cloud/Server.
  • the screen would show the layout as downloaded.
  • the user download details of all stored location/containers and assign each stored container (40) to each location in the Floor Plan.
  • the placement of each stored container (40) to a specific location in the Floor Plan may be by moving the icon identified as the particular stored container (40) to the location in the layout.
  • Fig 13 shows how a search of a stored item in a stored location recorded within the IOT Smart Label System (26) using the Mobile App (24) is made in the example of a hand drawn location map and in a second example using a floor plan.
  • the user would open the Mobile App (24) and use the“Search” Function of the IOT Smart Label System (26).
  • the user then types in the item he is searching for. In this example, the user types in“# shoe”.
  • the Mobile App (24) would display the icons of the Storage containers (in this case, Box 1 and Box 2). Since the layout has been updated into the database, the screen would now show the hand drawn location map or a layout of the Floor Plan (as the case may be).
  • the user Since the layout is shown, the user would be able to proceed straight to the location of the stored container or Box. The user would then be able to walk to the specific container and scan the Smart Label (10) on the stored space and be able to identify the contents just as shown in the screen of the Mobile Phone.
  • Fig 14 shows the multi-user function of the IOT Smart Label System (26) using the Mobile App (24) works in a situation where two or more users are allowed secondary and shared access. The main user would have to authorised other users to view as well as update contents of the stored space as well as stored items. Each user may be given specific or all access to all functions and tasks allowed in the Mobile App.
  • User A main user
  • User B may authorise User B to have full access to the all storage containers (40) in the entire Floor Plan and the entire premise. If User B is authorised full access, User B would be able to perform all tasks and access all Functions -
  • View Floor plan including upload of floor plan, view floor plan, edit floorplan and adding other floor plans(36).
  • Mobile App (24) is used for business
  • User A and User B may decide that colleagues from other departments may search and view the stored items in some locations but not all locations.
  • User A and User B may allow some designated colleagues in the same department to change and update stored items within all stored locations in their department only.
  • the multi-user feature would be beneficial to an office environment.
  • the multi-user feature could also be accessed by authorised users using other electronic devices (20).
  • Fig 15 shows another features of the multi-user function of the IOT Smart Label System (26) using the Mobile App.
  • User A may decide which labels (10) would be listed as Public (For authorised users to view) or Private (for only Main user to view, change and update).
  • User A would then choose specific labels to send invitation by e mail to friends to view by clicking on a link.
  • the link may last for 24 hours or longer as specified according to the settings.
  • invitation to view will open up a web browser to locate and view contents of a specific label. After 24 hours, the link and data will not be valid and not viewable.
  • the Mobile App may have additional functions like the feature of printing reports of all sorts extracting data from the database. Such reports may also be produced electronically and email to others (users as well as non-users).
  • the Smart Label is not limited to computer readable code.
  • the various methods of search, data transfer using QR code, RFID or NFC, scanning technology are not to be limited to the methods and technology decribed herein.
  • the invention is not limited to use in conjunction with Android or Iphone phone systems.
  • the invention is similarly not limited to smartphones and other electronic devices.
  • the IOT Smart Label System which is web based and which enables users with a Mobile App and a smartphone to interface with the said Smart Label System to record data of storage of articles while in the act of storing articles in storage containers and to search data of storage of articles during the process of locating and retrieving articles from storage spaces easily would empower users to keep track of their articles seamlessly and save time for such users.
  • the IOT Smart Label System with the Mobile App interfrace using a Smartphone using the same Mobile App or other electronic devices using similar software applications would provide users with real time information on whereabouts of their articles, , be it for personal use or for work in managing their businesses.

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L'invention concerne un système d'étiquettes intelligentes de l'IDO (26) destiné à la gestion de stockage d'articles comprenant une étiquette intelligente (10) contenant un code lisible par ordinateur ; un téléphone intelligent (20) comportant un dispositif de prise de vues (22) permettant de balayer les articles et de lire l'étiquette intelligente (10) ; et une application mobile (24) permettant de capturer des données qui sont stockées sur l'étiquette intelligente (10) des articles. L'invention couvre également des procédés permettant d'effectuer ces étapes, à savoir préparer et apposer une étiquette intelligente (10), l'étiquette intelligente (10) étant balayée par un téléphone intelligent (20) ; enregistrer les détails d'identification de l'étiquette intelligente (10) ; introduire un article à ranger dans son étui ; enregistrer des détails de l'article à l'aide du téléphone intelligent (20) ; et sauvegarder et télécharger les détails enregistrés sur un serveur relié au système d'étiquettes intelligentes de l'IDO (26).
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