While telematics and fleet management software serve different purposes, they can be used synergistically to provide a comprehensive view of your fleet. By integrating both solutions into one platform, businesses can access real-time data on vehicle performance while being able to track maintenance schedules and improve operational efficiency.
Telematics: What is it and how does it work?
Telematics is a means of monitoring high-value assets such as cars, trucks and equipment from a remote monitoring platform. It uses GPS, cellular and other networking technologies to transmit data about items in real-time, including factors such as location, speed, fuel levels and more.
In this article, we’ll explain in depth what telematics is, how it works, how it can benefit fleets of all sizes, and finally, how to get started with the right telematics solution for you.
Video Telematics Systems to Exceed 8 Million Units by 2026
Anyone with even a rudimentary knowledge of video telematics systems has probably heard professional counterparts and industry analysts tout its benefits. The industry is growing at an unprecedented pace, prompting everyone to take notice of its potential. A recent report released by Berg Insight highlights this growth; according to their findings, the number of video […]
How to Drive Down Fleet Insurance with Telematics
Fleet insurance premiums are among the biggest expenditures trucking companies have to account for in their operations, sometimes totaling as much as $10,000.
The good news is that data-rich telematics can help your fleet find insurance rates that are transparent, equitable, and might even save your organization money in the short and long-term.
The Growing Role of Artificial Intelligence in Telematics
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a game-changer across nearly every industry. In particular, AI has allowed commercial fleets to overcome hurdles pertaining to workflow, operational efficiency and effective fleet management. When paired with telematics, AI plays a critical role in enhancing software to operate more intuitively and take fleet management to the next level. In […]
How to Boost Fleet Operations with Telematics
It’s astounding what automation and technology have produced in such a short time. From riding a driverless car to having your packages delivered by a drone, it seems as though creative innovation is near limitless. Fleet operations are another great example of automation and optimization using the right technology – telematics. For commercial fleets, telematics […]
7 Tips to Reduce Your Fleet Insurance Costs
Fleet insurance is essential for any commercial vehicle on the road. With so many risks and unknowns, it’s critical to make sure that your assets and drivers are protected. Despite its importance, fleet insurance can be expensive, so much so that some businesses feel they must forego coverage altogether, putting themselves and their employees at […]
Automation is the Future of Fleet Management
Our world is constantly intersecting with digital technology. Fleet managers can use automation to manage their operations, vehicles and drivers, while improving both the safety and efficiency of their fleet.
How AI and IoT are Transforming Fleet Management
Over the past few decades, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the Internet of Things (IoT) have rapidly expanded into a number of industries, rapidly revolutionizing them in the process. From healthcare to commercial fleets, there aren’t many businesses that haven’t been positively impacted by these innovations.