5 GPS Tracking Features and Benefits Your Company May Be Underutilizing

Anyone operating a fleet of vehicles — whether its cars, vans, buses, or trucks — needs to be making use of GPS fleet tracking tools. These tools are not simply handy to have when you need to change routes on the fly. They can be instrumental tools for your entire business. Whether you’re in the office or on the road, the right GPS tools and features can also help you track productivity and improve safety standards for your drivers.

Here are just a few of the ways you can use GPS tracking features for fleet management to save your company money.

1)  Reduced fuel costs. With diesel fuel selling for more than $4 per gallon in many areas of the country, it’s no shock that companies are checking out ways to bring those expenses down. GPS data can help drivers and companies work together to come up with the most efficient routes. Doing this will save time on the road and cut back thousands of dollars each year in wasted fuel.

2)  Historical route data. Examining this data can not only help you pinpoint which routes tend to be most efficient, but also which ones are most efficient at what times of the day. Some routes may be a moot point during morning rush hour, but a breeze after 8:00 in the evening. Using historical route data, it’s easier than ever to identify which route will be the best one to take at almost any hour of the day or night. It can be a huge money saver for the entire business.

3)  Analytics. Want to learn more about your drivers driving behaviors? Analytics is your answer. You can compare the performance and behavior, including amount of idle time, of each of your drivers to compare them with other drivers. Find out which drivers are focusing on safety and following protocols — and which are taking unnecessary risks that could prove costly for your business over time, not to mention the safety of your drivers.

4)  Real-time alerts. This is especially beneficial to help guard against break-ins — or at least recognize them as they occur. This can help you protect your drivers, your cargo, your customers, and your vehicles from damage and loss. The ability to protect your trucks, drivers, products, equipment, and supplies will also help you keep your insurance rates more favorable as well—for even greater money saving magic.

5)  Improved customer service. The bottom line is that you’ll be better able to accurately predict arrival times for your customers, while also passing along some of the fuel savings along to them. It’s a win-win situation for you and your customers. And your customers are sure to have a much more favorable overall experience when doing business with your company.

The real beauty of these GPS features is that you don’t have to have a “geek speak” degree in order to make them work for you. They are easy to operate and simple to use on the go. That makes them the perfect choice for a busy company juggling a fleet of vehicles.

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