Technology has advanced to be a tool for all industries, even the ones we didn’t think it could be used for. One of these unusual areas it has reached is logistics companies, who appreciate and use GPS tracker on a daily basis.
The GPS tracker is a GPS tracking software used in fleet management, giving many advantages and benefits. You may think that a GPS is only for locating and finding the best routes and, although it is true, the functions of the GPS tracker go much further. Find out more below.
What are the advantages?
Application available for all devices
The GPS vehicle tracking software offers an application that can be installed on any phone, tablet or iPad, either with an Android or Apple operating system. With this app, – according to gpswox.com/en/gps-trackers-shop/all/gps-tracking-and-fleet-management-system-1, you can have full control of your fleet, such as knowing where the trucks are, what time they left, what time they delivered the order or if the engine is turned on at inappropriate times (to prevent theft). In some cases, you can even see the temperature of the load, which will be useful if you work transporting delicate goods that need a certain cold chain.
Real-time tracking and defined areas
One of its main functions is security against theft of trucks or cargo. With this small and very easy-to-install device (it can be installed by the user himself, without the need for an expert) you will know where each of the vehicles in your fleet and their respective loads are located.
In addition, you will be able to delimit the areas where you want these vehicles to drive, in order to avoid dangerous or unsuitable areas for trucks. If one of the drivers goes off the road, an alarm will alert you and you will be able to communicate with the driver in real-time to find out what happened.
Alerts for possible violations
GPS tracker is programmed to alert the driver and anyone who has the application installed if at any time a driver commits or is close to committing a traffic offense, such as speeding. According to trackingfox.com/obd2-gps-tracker, this saves you money on fines and ensures that your drivers are driving safely.
Controlling fuel theft
Some of the GPS trackers also offer fuel monitoring to prevent fuel theft, a common problem for cargo trucks. So you’ll get a report on fuel mileage, distance travelled (to make sure drivers are going straight to the right place, without overspending fuel) and a report every time fuel is refuelled, so you can check that the litres have actually been refuelled by the station.
The GPS tracker system is an almost mandatory technology for any logistics company if it is to function properly, optimising it as much as possible.
