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Fleet Management Tools–Why Using Telematics Can Seriously Benefit Your Fleet
Fleet Management Tools–Why Using Telematics Can Seriously Benefit Your Fleet
Fleet industry analysts predict that by 2014, telematics sales growth will reach about 6.5 million units. Find out more about telematics benefits and predictions from the UK fleet insurance experts, Cover 4 Fleet Insurance.
Victoria,
London,
United Kingdom
(sardnews.org)
01/03/2012
Fleet industry analysts predict that by 2014, telematics sales growth will reach about 6.5 million units. Find out more about telematics benefits and predictions from the UK fleet insurance experts, Cover 4 Fleet Insurance.
Public sectors or the private industry that operate fleet vehicles of different sizes believe that the real-time vehicle tracking system is a key factor in the development of this industry. It not only increases productivity but also helps achieve cost efficiencies.
When it comes to global fleet industry, technology now plays a big role. Whether it is a local SME business that uses only simple vehicle tracking devices, or a global and national haulage operator, it is important to use GPS-based fleet tracking system.
The investment in telematics is considered an important capital investment. Usually a basic vehicle tracker system is used by smaller fleet operators. Such basic systems use a simple 'satnav' application. The control room team and fleet managers realize very soon that they need to have a real-time fleet tracking system to ensure effective and comprehensive tracking of any fleet during its entire journey. The data can be streamed live and comprehensive records can be maintained by upgrading to a real-time vehicle tracking system.
For the optimum telematics performance and future planning of business projects, consultation and cost analysis are very important. A fleet company has to prepare an effective future plan that takes into account the future fleet demands and the need for additional functionalities. Better productivity can be achieved when the practical benefits of any system is checked thoroughly. It is necessary to select a software solution that offers the required capability, can be scaled up or down when needed, and can be customized according to intended uses and fleet vehicle specifications. Reducing fuel costs is an important issue with any fleet operating company. In this endeavour, various systems including the GPS tracking device help achieve the target.
Even when fleet tracking system is in place, the benefits may quickly fade away after initial gains. This makes it important to utilize the data collected through such systems and act upon the information at the right time. Only then long-term benefits can be realized. With effective driver behaviour management, the goal of higher productivity and efficient cost reduction can be achieved easily.
Driving behaviours can be monitored through in-vehicle diagnostics. Details like cornering, acceleration, braking as well as engine revs, gear selection and idling can be recorded and analyzed. Routing software make it possible to make comparisons and analyze the data properly. This helps set geo-fencing limits, plan the schedules and set the vehicle movement rules for any out of time journey areas. Data related to any unauthorized vehicle uses can be recorded.
It is important that at every stage, the telematics provider is consulted, especially when any integration system involving present network infrastructures are planned. Having accurate and complete information is the main success factor behind any telematics purchase. For fleet operators, it is one of the best ways to reduce operational costs. The responsibility of smooth fleet management process can be ensured only with effective strategic policy implementation.
About Cover 4 Fleet Insurance
As a family business which has expanded and grown successfully over the years, Cover 4 Fleet Insurance is very competitive when it comes to commercial fleet insurance. They have a dedicated team who will work on your behalf to find the best balance between the right cover and a low cost commercial fleet insurance policy.
Contact:
Press Contact:
Jackie Bourke
Address:
95 Wilton Road, Suite 718,
Victoria
London SW1V 1BZ
United Kingdom
Phone:
0207 099 6158
Website:
www.cover4fleetinsurance.co.uk
E-mail:
cover4fleet@cwa-europe.com
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About Cover4Fleet Insurance
Cover4Fleet Insurance is part of Alan Blunden Insurance Brokers who has been serving insurance customers for over 60 years. It was set up as a family business and retains old school values in terms of level of customer service yet is very much a 21st century company when it comes to technology.
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