Guide to Vehicle Tracking
Since the introduction of GPS the uses have become widely spread and, with the cost of accessing GPS, both hardware and software having reduced substantially in recent years, its use is now accessible to both domestic and business users alike.
One of the more prominent uses of GPS is vehicle tracking systems; this allows a business to know exactly where their vehicles are located via a GPS antenna which locates the vehicles then transmitting the information via GPRS to a server which can be accessed via any PC or laptop.
The Chameleon Group has launched a vehicle tracking system which allows you to track your vehicles in real time, however before you make the final decision to install an asset tracking system, because your vehicles and your drivers are probably your greatest assets, we encourage you to examine our particular vehicle tracking in detail.
What is Vehicle Tracking?
The vehicle tracking system will not only allow you to view where your vehicle at anytime in ‘real time’ but also see the actual route the vehicle took and what kind of journey the driver had. The Chameleon Asset Tracking system regularly polls the unit and can therefore generate a ‘Snail Trail’ which illustrates the route the vehicle has taken so that you can ensure the most economical routes are used.
This information can be viewed on a detailed mapping system which will allow you to not only view your vehicle in real time on a map but also gives you the option of an aerial view, so you can identify any unauthorised stops.
The vehicle tracking system will allow you to extract reports as often as required, detailing journeys to show mileages, start times and stop times. An asset tracking system will verify with customers and/or drivers actual times spent on site and actual mileages. This helps with numerous time consuming calculations such as business mileages and overtime working hours. Chameleon Asset Track will not only contribute towards a more efficient business operation but having a vehicle tracking system in place will elevate your levels of customer service.
A vehicle tracking system can not only benefit your profitability but also your Personnel policies, such as: are your drivers taking regular breaks, are they driving your vehicles in ‘out of work’ hours when they are not authorised to do so, leaving your company liable to hefty tax implications.
It is not until you install a vehicle tracking system will you realise how much you missed it.
Please feel free to look on the other pages in this guide which cover what the benefits of vehicle tracking are for your business, how to choose the right supplier and frequently asked questions.
