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Everything You Should Know About White Label GPS Tracking Software

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  The Telematics world has a lot of innovations happening every day. From exceptional internet speeds to state-of-the-art tracking devices, advancements are taking place in every aspect. White label GPS tracking software is one thing creating a lot of buzz in the market right now. It allows a company to use all the desired features of the monitoring system with their personalized branding.    In the beginning, white labeling was rare to find in the market. However, its growing popularity compelled more companies to offer it and now it is easily available. There are many aspects to discuss about the white label system, and this blog will discuss them in detail.    What does a white label GPS tracking software offer?                         Personalized Domain: A company can use a domain name or subdomain of their liking in the URL of marketing and client dashboards. Usually, the service provider's domain is used, whereas the reseller does URL masking for branding purpo

Buying Fleet Vehicles-Everything you need to know

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  Many businesses deal with a commercial fleet ranging from car rental companies to industries. In addition to fleet management systems, vehicles (units) play a huge role in overall profitability. An efficient group of automobiles can perform more tasks in less time, enhancing productivity. Therefore it is integral to select the fleet carefully. Although the requirements vary from business to business, the basic things to look for remain the same. For example, the fleet creation has some SOPs and they are followed everywhere. We will let you know about the important aspects to consider before buying fleet vehicles in this blog.   Things to consider before buying a vehicle: Keep the purpose in mind: Every unit selected in a commercial fleet has an intended use. It is essential to keep that in mind before buying or leasing. For example, if the intended use is transportation, you require trailer trucks or something of that sort. As a manager, you should do extensive research on al

Everything You Need To Know About Flotilla Iot Mobile Apps

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  Flotilla IoT is an innovative end-to-end fleet management system designed to facilitate businesses inconvenient transportation. It encompasses all the aspects of fleet operations, including vehicle tracking, maintenance, fuel management, driver monitoring, etc. Flotilla IoT offers a simple and easy-to-use design and all the required features to meet the new-age telematics needs.  One of the most popular features of Flotilla IoT software is mobile monitoring. It is done with the help of two mobile apps, FX tracker and Flotilla IoT. In this blog, we will discuss them in detail.  FX Tracker: FX Tracker is a real-time vehicle tracking app available for both Android and IOS. It is integrated with the Flotilla IoT software to monitor the location and movement status of the units. You can download the app from Google Play Store and IOS App Store. Although the main functionality of the app is live tracking, it offers some other features that are given as follows: Addition of Unique

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

How to Improve Fleet Management with Reporting?

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  As a fleet manager, you may have to deal with a lot of data daily. Some of it is tracking data from the devices, while other is routine operational information. Planning and organizing this data can be difficult and time-consuming. In this hassle, you might not find time for analyzing. Reporting is a vital aspect of fleet management systems that can assist you in the analysis.  An efficient reporting process can provide accurate business insights. It helps managers to follow the performance trends and improve the weak areas. This blog discusses the role of reporting in improving management.  Types of Reporting: Before we go into any detail, let us have a look at some prominent types of reports: • Trip Reports • Fuel Reports • Engine Hour Reports • Vehicle Travelling Reports • Driver’s Behavior Reports • Financial Reports • Maintenance Reports • Compliance Reports Ways through which Reporting helps in Fleet Management: Financial Management: A lot of expenses are involved in daily flee