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What are Fleet Inspections-Why Are They So Important

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  Maintenance is one of the critical components of fleet operations. It keeps the fleet in good condition so that they can contribute to the profitability of the business. The managers carry out preventive maintenance to prevent any long-lasting and costly repairs. Modern vehicle tracking system helps them a lot in doing so.  The importance of inspections in maintenance is undeniable. They are necessary to examine the working of every vehicle to ensure safe trips. In this blog, we will discuss the fleet inspections and their importance in detail. What are Fleet Inspections? Fleet inspections are the examination of all the vehicles included in the fleet to check their fitness. There are various types of inspections ranging from pre-trip brief ones to detailed ones. They are an integral part of a fleet manager’s job and cannot be underestimated.  Why are they important? The inspections are the mandatory practice for the managers and an essential element of preventive maintenance. They pl

History of GPS and its role in fleet management

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  Out of all the inventions of the last century, GPS is amongst the most innovative ones. The first satellite, Sputnik I, was launched by the Soviet Union in 1957 to study earth from space. It was the era of the Cold War between the USA and Russia, and the former took it as a security threat. Therefore, the USA also started to work on satellite technology to compete with its rival. GPS technology has evolved a lot over the years and has found many applications. It has become an integral part of the telematics industry. Modern fleet management systems use it to track and monitor vehicles. In this blog, we will look into GPS history and its role in fleet management. The Timeline of GPS Evolution: • The Soviet Union launched the first satellite, Sputnik I, in 1957.  • The U.S. Navy built Transit Satellite System to track submarines in 1959. • The Aerospace Corporation completed a military study in 1969 that proved to be the groundwork for modern GPS technology. • U.S. launched the first N

Benefits of Using Mobile Apps in Fleet Management

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  The job of a manager is to monitor every operational aspect of the fleet. It demands a lot of efficiencies to ensure that everything runs smoothly. The managers cannot sit in front of the fleet management systems all day. They want a mechanism that gives them real-time updates about operations while they are on the move. A   mobile monitoring app   provides them the luxury to keep a check on affairs from a remote location.  The modern mobile apps are becoming better in terms of functionality and responsiveness. Although they do not have a lot of modules, they offer all the essential features. In this blog, we will discuss the benefits of mobile apps in fleet management.  Time-efficient: Time is a critical factor for achieving efficient fleet operations. A mobile app connected to the main software can save a lot of time by providing everything in one place. From checking vehicles’ status to schedule maintenance needs, apps offer several features. With the modern apps providing functio