How to Successfully Implement a GPS Tracking System in Your Company

26 Dec 2014

While you may be concerned that there will be initial resistance within the ranks over your desire to implement GPS fleet tracking for your company vehicles, explaining the plan the right way can make a world of difference about how the new change is received by your staff. Keep these tips in mind to help you have the successful implementation of GPS tracking in your business vehicles.

Offer Full Disclosure

If you don’t act like you need to hide anything, people will accept it for what it is. In other words, don’t act like you’re doing something underhanded or wrong or your staff will begin to wonder what it is you’re not telling them.

Instead, explain the many benefits GPS tracking offers your business. Then spring the next tip on them and watch how quickly you overcome objections.

Practice Trickle Down Benefits with Your Employees

Make it worth their while. Most people will find little to complain about it if you show them what’s in it for them.

There’s no denying that GPS tracking systems save businesses money. A significant amount of money when you consider the many benefits like:

Cutting Labor Costs
Fewer Traffic Tickets
Fuel Savings
Lower Insurance Rates
And more!

Show them the money in a way that matters to them, and acceptance is all but guaranteed.

If you really want to turn your company on its ears, only offer bonuses to drivers who meet certain standards (no tickets, tardy shifts, or absences for the month, for instance) in order to receive a special cash bonus.

Keep it from being Personal

The last thing you want is a group of employees who take your decision to implement GPS tracking devices personal. You could go the humorous route with your best Godfather impression, or you could focus on the professional and budgetary reasons it’s a better plan for the business, like the following, instead.

Big savings on fuel.
Fewer dissatisfied customers.
Greater opportunities for raises and/or advances.
Happier customers.
Huge insurance savings.
Less time steaming in traffic for drivers.
More cost effective routing.
More repeat business.
Timely arrivals and estimated arrivals.

The list could go on and on, but you get the picture. When you show them all the professional reasons this is a good business decision, everything else sort of melts away.

Create a Written Policy about GPS Usage and Expectations

Put the expectations and rewards in writing. Let your employees know you’re taking your part of the new agreement seriously and they’ll take their part seriously too. This also makes sure that everyone is on the same page and knows how to respond in certain situations.

GPS tracking devices, such as the ones LiveView GPS offers, can mean so much for cash-strapped businesses, and the people they employ. Successful implementation of a GPS tracking system for your business is the first step towards a brighter future for everyone.

Call us today at 1.888.502.3636 to discuss incorporating a GPS tracking system at your company.

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About George Karonis

George Karonis is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of LiveViewGPS Inc., a company he established in 2008 with the vision of making real-time GPS tracking more reliable, affordable, and accessible for businesses of all sizes. Over the past two decades, he has built a reputation as an innovator in GPS tracking, fleet management, asset monitoring, and Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PTToC) communications. Under George's leadership, LiveViewGPS has grown into a nationally recognized provider of GPS tracking solutions, serving businesses, government agencies, educational institutions, law enforcement organizations, and public works departments throughout the United States. The company's technology helps organizations improve operational efficiency, protect valuable assets, increase driver safety, and reduce operating costs through real-time location intelligence. Before founding LiveViewGPS, George developed a background in security, surveillance, and emerging location technologies. His passion for innovation and practical problem solving has driven the development of products that combine dependable hardware with easy-to-use cloud software, giving customers actionable information when it matters most. In 2018, George expanded into nationwide Push-to-Talk over Cellular communications by launching PeakPTT, providing businesses with rugged, instant communication solutions that operate over LTE and Wi-Fi networks. His focus has remained the same throughout his career: delivering dependable technology backed by exceptional customer service and long-term customer relationships. George regularly writes about GPS tracking, fleet management, asset protection, business technology, and communication systems. Through this blog, he shares industry insights, practical advice, and emerging trends to help organizations make informed decisions about tracking technology and connected operations.