Asset management software plays a critical role in helping businesses, schools, nonprofits, and government organizations track and manage assets efficiently. If you’re asking, “what is the best asset management software?” or “what is the best asset tracking software?”, two popular platforms worth comparing are Asset Tiger and Grey Trunk RFID. While both tools aim to…

Grey Trunk RFID and Janam Technologies: An All-In-One Partnership
Grey Trunk RFID and Janam Technologies partner up to bring you the XR2 UHF RFID Reader Mason City, IA (April 1st, 2025) – Grey Trunk RFID, a premium asset tracking software and solutions provider, is excited to announce our partnership with Janam Technologies, part of HID. Janam is the leading provider of mobile computers for…

Asset Tracking Made Easy
DoD STARBASE Implements Grey Trunk RFID for Seamless Asset Tracking Background DoD STARBASE is a premier educational program sponsored by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Manpower and Reserve Affairs. Designed to inspire and educate fifth-grade students, the program engages them in hands-on, minds-on activities across Science, Technology, Engineering, Art/Design, and Mathematics…

Metalcraft and ARK Business Systems Announce Dani McBee as Account Executive
Mason City, IA – Metalcraft and ARK Business Systems are pleased to announce the addition of Dani McBee as the new Account Executive for ARK Business Systems. ARK Business Systems is a subsidiary of Metalcraft, Inc. and serves as the parent company for Grey Trunk RFID Asset Tracking software and QuickTrack RFID Inventory Management software….

RFID vs Barcode – What is Best for Inventory Management?
Choosing between RFID and barcodes for inventory management depends on your business needs. Barcodes are cost-effective but require manual scanning, while RFID enables automated, real-time tracking. Which one is right for you? Let’s compare their strengths and find the best fit for your inventory strategy. Speed & Efficiency: Bulk Scanning vs. Line-of-Sight When it comes…

Cassidy Albertson Promoted to General Manager of ARK Business Systems
(MASON CITY, IA, January 2025) – Metalcraft, Inc., a leader in customized identification solutions, is proud to announce the promotion of Cassidy Albertson to General Manager of ARK Business Systems, the business services sister company of Metalcraft. Albertson will also continue to lead the software engineering team at Metalcraft as Software Engineering Manager. ARK Business…

Top Trends in Fixed Asset Management for 2025
Fixed asset management is evolving rapidly, and 2025 brings exciting innovations to streamline processes and improve efficiency. In this blog, we’ll explore the top trends shaping fixed asset management software. Whether you’re managing inventory for a large organization or a small business, these insights will keep you ahead of the curve. The Rise of RFID-Driven…

How Schools Benefit from Education Asset Tracking Software
From laptops to projectors and furniture, there are a wide variety of assets that educational institutions have to keep an eye on. All of these assets are important parts of a school, so it’s essential that staff has an effective way to manage them. Education asset tracking software like Grey Trunk RFID plays a key…

RFID Bluetooth Reader Guide
When it comes to asset tracking, the use of technology is becoming more wide-spread. A popular method for asset tracking is the use of a RFID Bluetooth reader with an asset tracking software. By using the abilities of Bluetooth with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), organizations can operate more effectively with increased accuracy and efficiency. Businesses…

How to Track Assets: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re looking to save money and time while keeping your financial records up to date, tracking your fixed assets is a great way to start. From the furniture in your office space to equipment, fixed assets are an expensive part of keeping your business running. For this guide you’ll learn how fixed assets are…