A major component of successful fleet management is the ability to be flexible. Emergencies happen, plans change, and drivers don’t always behave in the way you expect them to. Although you can’t control every aspect of your business, you can use your GPS tracking system to help you handle the unexpected events that life inevitably […]
Even with the best planning and dispatching efficiency, your drivers may not be able to follow the routes assigned to them. However, when drivers make unauthorized stops, it affects your business. Depending on where the driver stopped, your reputation could be damaged, and no matter what the reason for the stop, it will cost you […]
GPS Trackit is devoted to bringing you industry related news and information. On a weekly basis, we will post highlights from news found across the net that relates to GPS tracking, hardware, software, vehicle tracking and location, or asset monitoring and protection.
Most fleet tracking systems are primarily designed to track only vehicles and their activities. Of course, drivers and their behavior are also monitored, but only while they are actually in the vehicle, and only if you know for certain which employee is driving. If you want to track both your vehicles and your drivers while they’re on the job, look for a provider that offers key fobs for drivers.
A compact communication device enables drivers to signal for help even if they’re not with the vehicle. Dispatchers are alerted that a driver is in trouble, and can provide vehicle location information to first responders for expedited assistance.
A key component in cost-effective fleet management is encouraging your drivers to actively participate in helping you keep costs down. Because the fuel budget does not come out of their pockets, drivers may not be inclined to take the shortest route, use fuel cards, or turn off the engine when they will be stopped for long periods of time. Taking steps to improve driver accountability can help you boost profits and reduce expenses.
Vehicle tracking systems with route optimization are great for fleet managers and dispatchers because they help improve efficiency and save money. However, these are not the only people that benefit from this powerful feature. Drivers also love the advantages that vehicle tracking systems with route optimization provide.
GPSTrackIt.com/ is devoted to bringing you industry related news and information. On a weekly basis, we will post highlights from news found across the net that relates to GPS tracking, hardware, software, vehicle tracking and location, or asset monitoring and protection. To receive this weekly update by email: [button link=”http://eepurl.com/h7-Ss” window=”yes” color=”orange”]Update Me[/button] Truckers gear up to assist […]
One of the main reasons business owners and fleet managers adopt GPS vehicle tracking systems is to save money and boost profits, but another valuable benefit is keeping employees safe in the field. Driver safety features like acceleration, braking, and seat belt alerts can help monitor driver behavior and lower the incidence of accidents on the road. But what about the accidents that happen when the driver is not in the vehicle? Now there is a solution: the instant alert button.
Accidents are an unfortunate part of managing a fleet, and they always cost money. However, by using your GPS vehicle tracking system to help prevent accidents, you can minimize these costs. When an accident does occur, the safety protocols you have implemented will continue to save you money. The first step is creating enforceable policies that will […]
