Librarians versus folksonomies:
"The old way creates a tree. The new rakes leaves together."
The wireless location appliance, $15,000 takes it away:
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6398/index.html
http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps6386/products_qanda_item0900aecd8029371a.shtml
http://www.theregister.co.uk/2005/05/05/cisco_wi-fi_tracking_kit/
"The Cisco 2700 Series Wireless Location Appliance enables a variety of business applications that take specific advantage of the benefits of wireless mobility. These include:
- Asset Tracking - Prevent loss or theft of valuable mobile assets, such as high-end medical equipment. Rapidly locate key people and resources anywhere in a wireless enterprise.
- Inventory Management and Workflow Automation - Optimize inventory utilization and streamline workflow and dispatch processes.
- Security - Locate the source of wireless LAN security threats, such as rogue access points and devices for rapid problem resolution.
- Voice over Wireless LAN - Accurate location capabilities help enterprises comply with device tracking requirements for solutions like enhanced 911 (e911) services.
http://findability.org/
