Straight answers about GPS tracking

The questions business owners ask us most, answered by Eddy Stevens, one of our founders, from installing GPS tracking since 2007.

How to roll out GPS tracking without upsetting your driversEmployees rarely object to GPS tracking itself. What upsets them is the way it is introduced. Here is how to do it honestly, with a written policy.
Sample GPS tracking policy for your companyA plain-language GPS tracking policy you can adapt: what it is used for, what it is not used for, company vehicle use, timesheets and who can see the information.
Do I have to watch the GPS map all day?No, and please don't. Use the map when you need an answer, and let alerts tell you when something is genuinely wrong.
How GPS tracking helps settle a billing disputeWhen a customer questions an invoice, geofence reports show when your trucks arrived, when they left and how many hours you spent on site, even months later.
How GPS tracking helps check time and payrollGeofences and ignition on and off records give accounting an accurate, easy record of start and finish times, so nobody has to be chased for timesheets.
How fleet maintenance tracking worksMaintenance tracking follows each vehicle's kilometres, engine hours or calendar, and sends an alert or report at whatever interval you set.
OBD-II or hardwired GPS tracker: which should you get?A plug-in OBD-II tracker is quick and works well with strong management. A hardwired tracker is hidden, tamper-resistant and supports extra sensors.
Why an AirTag isn't a GPS fleet trackerAn AirTag depends on someone's phone being nearby and tells you nothing about how a vehicle is used. It is the wrong tool for managing a fleet.
What does live GPS tracking actually show?Live tracking shows where each vehicle is right now, updating as often as every 15 seconds, moving on the map as it drives.
How quickly does GPS tracking pay for itself?It starts right away, through small amounts of payroll, overtime and extra billable work each month. It only works with a clear company policy.
Biggest mistakes companies make when starting GPS trackingThe worst mistake is installing it secretly to catch people. Be transparent, write a policy, and use the data to catch people doing something right.

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