Vehicle tracking systems have gone a long way to lessen the impact of commercial vehicle theft by substantially increasing the possibility of recovering a stolen vehicle in the event of it being hijacked or stolen. Read More…
Study Shows GPS Vehicle Tracking Systems for Fleets Reduce Costs
The research report cited that the primary benefit, in the nearly 50 percent of enterprises currently using GPS-enabled technologies, was a substantial decrease in fuel consumption. Considering that there are over a million trucking carriers in the US, the report found that the potential industry-wide annual fuel savings could reach as much as $53 billion. Read More…
When it comes to modern fleet management we aren’t simply talking about vehicle location any longer. The applications are expanding every day and in a recent news report the latest advancement came to light. A company which monitors fatigue states that current GPS technology is capable of monitoring driver fatigue and that the system could be upgraded. Read More…
UN Agency Adopts Electronic Fleet Management
Respected UN organisation ‘World Food Programme’ (WFP) has recently implemented web based fleet management software across 82 countries. The move was approved in order to improve visibility of fleet requirements, streamline efficiencies and reduce cost. This, in turn, has allowed the humanitarian agency to better provide its vital service to those who depend upon it for their survival. Read More…
US Fleets Turn to Trailer Tracking
New research, conducted by market intelligence firm ABI Research, has reflected increasing fleet owner interest in trailer tracking and monitoring solutions via fleet management. This development has telematics suppliers scrambling to introduce new, specialised telematics technology to serve the growing trend.Read More…
The technological levels of fleet management software, or GPS vehicle tracking units, continues to advance at staggering levels and it has long since become a trend for medium to large sized companies who make use of it en mass. Read More…
Fleet Management Systems and Fuel Costs
A Vast amount of money is wasted on fuel, and with the recent hikes in price, it is becoming even more costly to run a fleet of vehicles. Idling is one of the biggest problems. Read More…
Vehicle Tracking is essential for high risk vehicles
Vehicle tracking has become essential nowadays, and for some businesses it may be an even more worthwhile investment. When you take up vehicle insurance on your fleet, you will notice the intense amount of questions regarding the vehicles. Read More…
For Some Companies Vehicle Tracking is Vital
Vehicle tracking can have a drastic impact on your business, no matter what industry you are in. In both efficiency and cost saving, nothing beats having a decent fleet management system in place. Read More…
Why Fleet Management is the Green Choice
Choosing to incorporate a fleet management system into your company will assist in making less impact on the environment. There is a large focus on becoming green in both business and personal choices. Read More…
Tips for buying the right tracking solution
When it comes to vehicle tracking, it is important to consider what would offer you the best possible solution. First off, you need to decide if you just need personal vehicle tracking solutions, or if a fleet management system would also be beneficial. Read More…
Vehicle Tracking – Not A One Size Fits All Solution
When it comes to fleet management, many companies have realised the benefits it can yield in terms of cost and efficiency. Unfortunately, there are a lot of companies out there that have put together what they call a “one size fits all” solution. Read More…
Vehicle Tracking and Driver Efficiency
The days of vehicle tracking systems being used only for recovering stolen vehicles are long past. Of course, this feature is still vital for companies with small, medium and large fleets, as having vehicles stolen can drastically affect your business. Read More…
Fleet Management for Improved Training
Fleet management technology allows you to see anything and everything that your vehicles do once their engines are started. We have covered the fact that this allows managers to ensure that costs are saved in terms of fuel and maintenance. Read More…
How Fleet Management Increases Productivity
Fleet management solutions can and will increase the productivity of your fleet. This has been proven time and time again, with companies both large and small enjoying terrific rewards. Read More….
Reduce Your Fleet Management Costs
If you’re involved in the commercial transport industry you know better than anyone how important fuel management is, and that’s just one of the factors involved in ensuring your vehicles and assets are managed effectively. Read More…
There are many reasons why you should choose a quality fleet management system. When one considers the fact that more than 80% of all freight moved by land in southern Africa is done so by truck, and that more than 1000 truck drivers are involved in fatal road accidents every year, a grim spectre emerges showing a crippled economy and a society living on the breadline. Read More…
For the foreseeable future, fuel price hikes are almost as certain as death and taxes – making a fleet management solution all the more important. The fact that as much as 50% of a commercial road fleet’s operating expenses are fuel purchases makes it imperative for fleet owners to manage fuel consumption across all their vehicles, down to the litre. Read More…
Is My Business Big Enough to Need Trailer and Vehicle Tracking?
During a period of growth, many small to medium enterprises (SMEs) re-evaluate their operational systems and implement new ones. Trailer tracking and vehicle tracking systems are very often regarded as unnecessary or too expensive for burgeoning SMEs and many such companies believe that these systems are only required by big businesses that need to manage large fleets.
Fuel Savings with League Tables
Fleet management professionals are constantly on the lookout for new techniques, technologies and systems that could potentially reduce fuel expenditure. Even with the most advanced fleet management systems in the world, however, at the end of the day, the biggest influence on fuel consumption is the driver. Read more…
We use GPS every day for an ever growing list of applications ranging from trailer tracking to personal navigation. The Global Positioning System has become so integrated into modern life and business that we seldom stop to think about the incredible interplay of sophisticated technology Read more…
Carbon Tax Concerns in South Africa
In February of 2012, the National Treasury will publish its verdict with regards to carbon tax legislation in South Africa. Fleet management professionals and major players in the transport, mining and manufacturing industries are currently engaging heavily with government in order to reach an amicable and mutually beneficial solution aimed, essentially, at moving South Africa’s economy Read more…
