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A vehicle tracking system is an electronic device installed in one or more vehicles, usually fitted under the dashboard, that collects useful data and enables the owner to track the vehicles' location and their precise movements in real-time.
Vehicle tracking systems commonly rely on GPS technology to record information transmitted from the installed hardware, such as the location, speed, and the direction of the vehicle without the need for interaction or intervention from the driver. This information can be viewed via the Internet or other specialised software and allows the user to view the vehicle information.
Vehicle tracking systems are useful for companies with a fleet of vehicles as it allows for easy management of the business operation, such as routing, monitoring driving behaviour, dispatch and security. It can also increase company efficiency, reduce fuels costs, improve job allocation, and make your business greener.
Vehicle tracking technology can change your business as it offers a significant return of investment and does so in a number of ways. Vehicle tracking technology utilises existing GPS technology which allows business to track and pinpoint the exact location of a vehicle. The full transparency offered by this technology enables your company to dramatically increase savings on fuel expenditure, overtime claims and increase the productivity and efficiency of the workforce.
Vehicle tracking systems are generally classified into two categories according to their function, typically referred to as either “passive” or “active”. A passive system does not provide real-time information but rather stores the data on the tracking unit until the vehicle returns to the depot or office. This information can then be downloaded to a computer either wirelessly (automatically) or by using a data key (manually).
Passive vehicle tracking is typically used for verifying driver activity such as route verification, billing, and the time spent with customers. However, a passive vehicle tracking system does not transmit the data in real-time. An active vehicle tracking system on the other hand is commonly used for tracking one or more vehicles in real-time via Internet software. Such real-time tracking facilitates simple fleet information management and provides ample customer service as a dispatcher can see the locations of the vehicles immediately and therefore efficiently allocate drivers to jobs. The full transparency offered by active vehicle tracking systems can arguably provide companies with more benefits than passive ones as instant evaluation and analysis is made possible. Nevertheless, companies should assess their needs before deciding on a passive or active vehicle tracking solution.
