Physical item security: tracking device activation

摘要

Embodiments of the present invention relate to systems and methods for tracking an item by concealing a tracking device in the item and activating the tracking device when the item is relocated or accessed without authorization. In particular, according to some embodiments, a system is provided for tracking the geographic location of a physical item that is stored in a controlled area and then later removed from the controlled area. An exemplary system comprises: an inner sensor located proximate to a perimeter of the controlled area; an outer sensor located between the perimeter and the inner sensor; and a tracking device associated with the physical item, wherein the tracking device is triggered when the physical item passes by the inner sensor and then the outer sensor.