Types of GPS Tracking Alerts

2 Jun 2024

GPS tracking devices can transform any business, plus they’re even helpful for personal use. They provide a whole host of benefits to both companies and individuals.

For companies, a few standout benefits are:

Route optimization
Fuel savings
Monitor employee behavior
Increase customer satisfaction

For people, they can be used to monitor other drivers (like teens), and reduce insurance costs.

However, one of the best advantages of GPS tracking devices comes with their ability to alert users due to a number of different conditions. They send a notification to your phone or computer so you can monitor your vehicle(s) wherever they are and know exactly what’s happening, any time of day or night.

The most common types of GPS tracking alerts include:

Ignition Alerts

Ignition alerts, also called alert on ignition events, send you a notification when any of your vehicle’s ignitions are turned on or off. You can control which alerts you receive (either, both, or none) to monitor the activity of any vehicles in your fleet or personal possession.

This can help you detect vehicle theft, but it’s also great for logging employee wages and vehicle mileage.

Panic Alerts

Panic alerts require GPS tracking devices that include a panic button on the device. When the panic button is pressed, you’ll receive an alert, signifying an emergency situation.

Panic buttons allow users to quickly and easily send out an alert whenever they’re in a dangerous, emergency situation. They are especially beneficial when emergency situations prevent users from dialing 911.

Geofence Alert

A geofence is an extremely useful feature of many GPS tracking devices. They allow you to set up a virtual boundary for each of your tracking devices. When a device passes through the boundary, you’ll receive a geofence alert.

Your fence can be used to surround a route for a deliver, to help you monitor vehicle or equipment theft, and to monitor employee behavior and know if they are going off the designated route or job site.

Similarly, route alerts can be set up by drawing a designated route, allowing you to receive a notification when someone deviates from it.

Power Alert

Power alerts tell you when a device is reaching a low battery and needs to be recharged.

Speed Alert

When you set up a speed alert, you’ll receive an alert anytime a vehicle passes through the speed threshold. Some devices allow you to receive alerts whenever a vehicle exceeds the posted speed limit.

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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.