June 8, 2020
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Justin Silva
What is Fleet Tracking?
What do Fleet Tracking Systems Include?
Most fleet tracking systems include a combination of:
- connected devices installed into trucks, trailers, and equipment,
- an Internet of Things (IoT) platform or servers which centralize the data collected from the connected devices, and
- an application or dashboard to view the data, often on an embedded Google map. These systems are sometimes interchangeably called “telematics.”
Technologies
Networks
Newer Fleet Tracking devices are using 4G, or 4G LTM, or 4G LTE Cat-M, which are advanced networks specifically designed for small messages in high frequency. Devices on this network use far less power, and typically have stronger connectivity features as compared to older networks.
Features
Fleet Tracking devices often connect to a vehicle’s On-Board Diagnostic (OBD) Port. When connected to this port, a fleet tracking device can collect and communicate advanced diagnostic data, in addition to location and speed. Common features of fleet tracking systems include:
- • Location
- • Trip Tracking
- • History of Trips
- • Mileage/Odometer
- • Breadcrumbs during a trip
- • Speed
- • Direction
- • Fuel Level
- • Battery Voltage
- • Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) notification
Monitors:
Some Fleet Tracking systems enable a manager to receive real-time performance information, via email or text or in-app notification. Here are some examples of monitors:
- • Geofence exit/entry alert
- • Speed threshold alert
- • Battery voltage alert
- • Disconnection alert
- • Excessive Idling alert
Reports:
Some Fleet Tracking Systems offer on-demand and downloadable reports. These can be downloaded into a spreadsheet for easy sorting and analysis. Some important Fleet Tracking system reports are:
- • Idling Reports
- • Mileage Reports
- • Trip Reports
Benefits:
Fleet Tracking systems offer a variety of benefits. In the simplest sense, fleet tracking enables a manager to know where his assets are, where they are going, and how they are performing. The manager can answer questions such as: Are my drivers where they are supposed to be? Which driver or asset is closest to a job site and available for dispatch? What is my fuel consumption today? How can I manage idling time and who are my drivers idling the most?
Advanced Fleet Tracking Systems can help with:
- • Loss Prevention
- • Dispatch and Routing
- • Customer Satisfaction
- • Compliance with IFTA tax filing requirements
- • Tracking for business/personal use
- • Managing maintenance costs with timely reporting of diagnostic issues
Additional capabilities:
- • RESTful API
- • Webhooks
- • Integrations with Workforce Management Applications
Fleet Tracking is an increasingly important technology which has served big fleets for decades. Driven by lower costs, flexible monthly billing, and increased product simplicity, Fleet Tracking is being adopted by more small and mid-sized field service fleets.
Industry Accolades in Fleet Tracking
Momentum IoT has won several industry awards and analyst accolades:
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Momentum IoT Wins 2019 IoT Innovator Silver Medal
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Momentum Takes Home Top Award for Fleet Management Tracking at 2019 CompassIntel Awards
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Momentum IoT Named “Mobile IoT Innovator” by GSMA
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Mind Commerce Asset Tracking 2020-2025 Report singles out Momentum IoT
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