The need for sharing data in real time is essential for effective decision-making. However, the challenge lies in balancing data sharing with privacy concerns. The various fields we have on the AirQo devices schema, help in the management of the visibility and status of devices.

Visibility

Visibility is an important aspect of air quality monitoring because it helps to determine which devices are publicly visible on a map. The field (attribute) on the devices schema, "visibility," allows devices to be marked as public or private. Public devices are visible to all users, while private devices are only visible to the owner of the device. This ensures that data from private devices is not shared publicly without authorization.

Status and Tags

Additionally, the "status" fields on devices schema are also important for managing the quality assurance process. With this field, the status of each device can be easily tracked and monitored. This includes statuses such as "recalled," "ready," "deployed," "undeployed," "decommissioned," "assembly," "testing," "not deployed,"

Sub Statuses (Tags)

"in collocation," "passed collocation," and "failed collocation" are some examples of sub-statuses. These sub-statuses can be a useful way to provide more detailed information about the state of a device, location or any other entity.

For instance, in the AirQo devices, a device that is "not deployed" could have a sub-status of "in collocation" if it is currently undergoing testing or other preparation before deployment. Similarly, a device that is "deployed" could have a sub-status of "passed collocation" or "failed collocation" to indicate whether it is currently operating successfully in the field.

Sub-statuses are powerful tools for managing assets and monitoring their status over time. They can help to provide a more nuanced understanding of the condition of a device or a location and can be useful for troubleshooting problems or identifying issues before they become major concerns.

In terms of implementation, sub-statuses are added to the schema for a given asset or device and can be included in any relevant data feeds or reporting tools. They are used in conjunction with other tags or metadata to provide a more complete picture of the device's status and history.

Overall, the use of sub-statuses is an effective way to provide more detailed information about the status of assets, including air quality monitoring devices, and can help to improve monitoring and management capabilities in a variety of settings.

Access Control

When it comes to data sharing, access control is an important consideration. Users should be able to see data from all public devices, as well as data from any private devices they own. This is achieved by implementing appropriate access controls that allow users to view only the data that they are authorized to see.

In conclusion, incorporating visibility and access control into air quality monitoring systems is essential for balancing data sharing with privacy concerns. The fields such as "visibility" and "status," make it easier to manage and track devices. Access control is also implemented to ensure that users only see data that they are authorized to view. By striking a balance between data sharing and privacy, we ensure that air quality monitoring is both effective and ethical.