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What you need to know about the version 2 of the smart tachograph

What you need to know about the version 2 of the smart tachograph

August 2023 marks the first deadline for implementing second generation (or version 2) smart tachographs. As of now, all newly registered vehicles weighing over 3.5t must be equipped with a G2v2 smart tachograph.  In this article, we’ve gathered everything you need to know about the upcoming changes – why are they necessary, what new possibilities will they bring and what does that mean for your business!
Fuel Management Systems: A Cost-Effective Solution to Fuel Savings and Theft Prevention

Fuel Management Systems: A Cost-Effective Solution to Fuel Savings and Theft Prevention

Fuel is by far the most costly part of fleet management, especially in transport and logistics. The average truck travels about 10 000 kilometres per month and consumes about 30 litres of fuel per 100 kilometres. This means that even a small change of 1 litre per 100 kilometres would result in fuel savings of 100 litres or more on the company’s balance sheet.
Everything you need to know about BLE asset tracking

Everything you need to know about BLE asset tracking

Since the creation of low energy Bluetooth (BLE), the tech industry has become increasingly creative in terms of BLE asset tracking applications. From tracking small assets such as keys, luggage, power tools and lawn mowers, to improved retail experiences, home automation systems, tracking pets and quality indoor navigation for businesses. BLE asset tracking is a wireless solution that combines location accuracy, effective battery usage and overall cost-effectiveness. Bluetooth low energy trackers are typically used for short-range data transmission and are ideal for positioning and asset tracking. In this article we’ll head into the most essential considerations, giving you a better idea about BLE location tracking technology and its place in your business!

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4 reasons why your fleet needs video telematics

4 reasons why your fleet needs video telematics

Video telematics are a category of fleet management solutions that allow managers to receive a lot of useful visual information about individual vehicles and the fleet as a whole. The overall market of fleet management is growing – at the end of 2021, the number of active fleet management systems deployed in Europe was 13.2 million, according to a report by Berg Insight.
3 things that reduce mobile workforce productivity

3 things that reduce mobile workforce productivity

While the concept of a mobile workforce may seem relatively new, it can be traced back to 1972 when Jack Nilles, a former rocket scientist, invented telecommuting by running a complex NASA communication project fully remote. Exactly 50 years later, working offsite has grown into the new normal – about 80% of the workers around the world are referred to as deskless employees. The individuals making up the deskless workforce are mostly operating in such industries as construction, transportation, retail, healthcare, and other fields. Over the years, the number of remote workers has grown rapidly, therefore, companies must recognize situations that can negatively impact their mobile workforce productivity, as well as learn how to avoid them.
Reducing food waste during transportation: How can telematics help?

Reducing food waste during transportation: How can telematics help?

Food waste during transportation is a serious issue because, despite the fact that the world produces more than enough food to feed everyone, around 800 million people go to bed on an empty stomach every night. That’s according to research conducted by the Food and Agriculture Organization. While poverty, climate change and international conflicts are among the greatest contributors to hunger in the world, nearly one-third of the food produced globally simply goes to waste due to inadequate storage conditions and supply chain inefficiencies. While it’s hard to tell exactly how much food is wasted during transportation, it certainly is an area wirth improving. Therefore, this article explains how the use of telematics can help freight companies better deliver temperature-sensitive products to their retail destinations and reduce food loss during transportation.
3 ways to manage the surge in fuel prices

3 ways to manage the surge in fuel prices

While fuel prices have always been a sore subject, due to recent events surrounding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, it’s become a pain point for many. Fuel prices have since spiked, leaving everybody with a question if, when and by how much will the prices come back down. And although frustration and denial may be part of the road to acceptance, we believe in focusing on the solution. In this article we discuss how smart and fact-based fuel management can help your team use fuel more effectively and give you more control over your expenses now and in the future.
How to start using digital tachograph download and analysis tools?

How to start using digital tachograph download and analysis tools?

Tachograph download and analysis tools became relevant after 2006, when digital tachographs gained wide recognition in the world, marking a whole new era in the road transportation sector. Since then, fleet managers have realized the importance of having precise and easily accessible data that can lead to smarter business decisions. Predictive analytics and accurate reporting based on digital tachograph data are the main factors that can improve your fleet efficiency and safety on the road. However, there are various kinds of digital tachograph software that can be used for downloading and analyzing the incoming data, depending on the size of your fleet and business necessities. In this article, we’ll go over the main factors that can help you with digital tachograph data download and analysis. gained wide recognitionPredictive analytics and accurate reporting based on digital tachograph data are the main factors that can improve your fleet efficiency and safety on the road. However, there are various tools that can be used for downloading and analysing the incoming data, depending on the size of your fleet and business necessities. In this article, we’ll go over the main factors that can help you with digital tachograph data download and analysis. gained wide recognition
How to make your fleet more eco-friendly?

How to make your fleet more eco-friendly?

With the EU authorities setting ultimatums in terms of climate goals, it’s becoming increasingly important for everyone to pitch in. And while some have already taken their first steps towards sustainability, others are still trying to figure out how. As the transportation sector is one of the largest contributors to harmful gas emissions and at a glance it can be hard to see where we could do better, consider introducing telematics solutions within your fleet. In this article, we’ll look at how they can assist you in making your business a little greener while also making it more effective.