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Finding Assets at a Specific Point in Time in Perspio

This article covers the methods to retrieve historical asset data using Perspio's features.

Overview

Perspio offers robust tools to track and analyse asset locations and statuses at any given moment. Whether for auditing, compliance, or operational analysis, understanding where assets were at a specific time is crucial. This guide outlines the methods to retrieve historical asset data using Perspio's features.

Method 1: Proximity Search (Historical)

The Proximity Search (Historical) feature allows users to identify assets that were within a defined radius of a location during a specific time frame.

Steps:

  1. Access the Search Module:

    • Log in to your Perspio account.

    • Navigate to the Search module from the main dashboard.

  2. Initiate a Historical Proximity Search:

    • Select Proximity Search.

    • Choose the Historical option.

  3. Define the Location and Time Frame:

    • Enter the specific address or coordinates of the point of interest.

    • Set the desired radius for the search area.

    • Specify the date and time range for the historical search.

  4. Execute the Search:

    • Click the Run button to execute the search.

    • The system will display a list of assets that were within the defined area during the specified time frame.

  5. Analyse Results:

    • Review the list of assets returned.

    • Click on individual assets to view detailed information, such as asset ID, status, and last known location during the specified time.

Method 2: Asset History Replay

The History Replay feature provides a visual representation of an asset's movements over time, allowing users to pinpoint its location at a specific moment.

Steps:

  1. Access the Assets Module:

    • Navigate to the Assets module.

    • Select the asset of interest from the list.

  2. Open History Replay:

    • Within the asset's profile, click on the History tab.

    • Use the History Replay feature to visualize the asset's movements.

  3. Set the Time Frame:

    • Specify the date and time range for the replay.

    • Use the playback controls to navigate to the exact moment of interest.

  4. Analyze Movements:

    • Observe the asset's location and movements during the specified time.

    • Use this information for auditing, compliance checks, or operational analysis.

Method 3: Data Explorer

The Data Explorer module allows users to delve into detailed telemetry data of assets, providing insights into their performance and location over time.

Steps:

  1. Access the Data Explorer Module:

    • Click on the Data Explorer icon from the main dashboard.

  2. Select the Asset and Time Frame:

    • Choose the asset you wish to analyze.

    • Specify the date and time range for the data exploration.

  3. Choose the Visualization Mode:

    • Select Map View to visualize the asset's geographical movements.

    • Alternatively, use Chart View for graphical representations of telemetry data.

  4. Analyse Data:

    • Interpret the visualizations to understand the asset's behaviour and location during the specified time.

Method 4: API Access

For advanced users and developers, Perspio provides API endpoints to programmatically retrieve historical asset data.

Steps:

  1. Access the Perspio Developer Hub:

  2. Use the Get Asset History Endpoint:

    • Utilize the GET /assets/v3/{id}/history endpoint to retrieve detailed data history for a specific asset over a defined period.

  3. Use the Get Asset Metrics Endpoint:

    • Utilize the GET /assets/v3/{id}/metrics endpoint to fetch telemetry data for a specific asset within a time range.

  4. Authenticate and Execute:

    • Ensure proper authentication using access tokens.

    • Execute the API calls to retrieve the desired data.

Conclusion

Perspio offers multiple avenues to retrieve and analyse asset data at specific points in time. Whether through the user-friendly interface or programmatic access via APIs, users can gain valuable insights into asset movements and statuses for informed decision-making.

For further assistance or advanced use cases, please refer to the Perspio Help Centre or contact our Support Team.