How Trinetra fleet management provided a solution to Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) Trucks

GPS Fleet Tracking system for Ready Mix Concrete Trucks

The construction & transportation industries are major contributors to the development and growth of a nation. These industries have their own trials and challenges, but engineering and technology has been able to put the industry into a growth path.

The Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) industry is growing

The ready mix concrete trucks used in the construction industry have now a potential market, supplying to contractors and builders across the whole country. However, the RMC industry has to optimise operations and cut cost to be a viable and profitable business in the long run. Therefore, there is a need to monitor and control the deployment of ready mix concrete trucks and fleets by the owners/operators.

This is where technology comes to play a vital role in managing operations of a fleet of ready mix concrete trucks, for making better margins and timely, efficient delivery. A fleet management system, like the one supplied by Trinetra wireless, is one such tech solution being offered to the RMC business.

The software helps in reducing costs and in optimised route planning of the RMC delivery vehicles. It also helps in addressing supply chain monitoring, job scheduling and order management, with real-time monitoring with alerts generated for vehicles and comes with geofencing features.

Advantages of the RMC Fleet Management Solution

Trinetra concrete truck tracking system helps users to evaluate the performance of the RMC vehicles and also increase visibility, helping to reduce operation cost.

  • Fleet Owners/Operators can store and retrieve Vehicle Maintenance History, such as Vehicle Servicing related Information, and can access the data via the app.
  • Driver behaviour can be monitored and driver related data can be stored in our web application, which can be referred to in future to gain data insight on Driver’s behaviour.
  • Continuously track your Vehicle/Fleet with the in-built GPS tracking device, using the Web Dashboard or and also the Mobile App.
  • Vehicle related Documents can be maintained, such as Insurance, FC, etc. and alerts for expiry can be triggered via the app.
  • Trip details such as Total Distances, Idling Times, Start-Stop Points, etc. can be monitored and stored, along with location, to generate reports. Increase vehicle efficiency by optimizing your operations based on this and past data.

Our solutions for clients come in a customisable, reliable Fleet Management software with telematics technology and Data Analytics. Users can track individual vehicles in a mixed fleet, detecting unnecessary stoppages and idling time, all easily. Prevent diversions or non-compliance too. The telematics in this solution also helps in driver management. Here’s the right FMS software supported by dash-cams or video telematics and vehicle data diagnosis to effectively check inefficiencies and regulatory compliance. Ensure your fleet’s safety, security and reliability.

A ‘Demo can be arranged for those interested to assess the fleet management software solution at convenience.

Tips for saving on fuel cost with Telematics Solution

Tips for saving on fuel cost with Telematics Solution

With the recent fuel prices rise, every fleet manager now wants to cut fuel cost and save money. For this to happen Fleet Owners / Managers need to install Telematics technology solution that provides vehicle and asset tracking solutions that gives their businesses the tools they need to improve fleet management, increase productivity and reduce operating costs.

  • One undeniable fact every fleet manager accept is using Telematics technology solution that helps increase fuel efficiency and saves fuel costs.
  • Besides, ensuring to follow some basic practices can help you save a significant amount of money. For this, all you need to do is make sure you keep monitoring your operation at all times.

As the technology continues to advance, fleet-based businesses need to adopt these new technological enhancements that leaves a large impact on overall business operations. Remote diagnostic capabilities of telematics technology make it easy to remotely monitor and track real-time usage-based data.

Data Points to Manage fuel cost are as follows

  • Knowing the best routes using telematics solution plays a key role in reducing fuel use. Compare fuel spend per route and determine the best routes to save fuel cost.
  • Vehicle driver behavior monitoring with telematics devices unlocks valuable insights on driver’s driving patterns such as frequent stops, idle time, speeding, rapid acceleration, braking etc., that saves fuel and better cares the vehicle.
  • Monitoring Diagnostics trouble codes can help you determine and correct asset issues early to keep your fleet operating efficiently.
  • Identifying & eliminating excessive or unnecessary idling using telematics platform can cut a have a massive impact on your fuel bill.
  • Well-maintained vehicles engines, properly inflated tyres help you identify small problems before they become big ones to keep your engines in top condition.

In addition, to implementation of the above utilizing GPS tracking services can assist you map out the shortest, most efficient routes, get notification on speeding alerts and decrease fuel spent by up to 30%.  To get visual reports that get you better visibility of your fleet and pay attention to areas that can control fuel cost spent leverage Trinetra Fleet Management Solutions. Sign up for a free trial or schedule a demo today.

How is GPS enabled FMS better than OEM’s inbuilt tracking device?

Benefits of Fleet Management Software

Most fleet operators and logistics companies who seek ways and means to save money and time for their business, now resort to telematics and software applications, as it does make a big difference to productivity and profitability

In fact, telematics software is now a recommended tool in fleet management, owing to the benefits accruing for vehicle maintenance, security, and fuel efficiency. On the other hand, OEM telematics too is fast becoming a norm. OEMs are adopting telematics technology by embedding telematics devices in the vehicle they manufacture in their plants.

Advantages and challenges for OEMs

Embedded telematics has advantages, such as in vehicle insurance benefits. OEM telematics provide high level of data and monitoring of vehicle health and the sensors and functions are incorporated directly into the vehicle or engine. Smartphone connectivity with in-built communication equipment, on the driver dashboard, with an interface that provides alerts or failure warnings, would thereby improve driver involvement.

However, there are some issues involved in OEM telematics that make it rather appropriate for certain types of vehicles or fleets and not for all. It may not be suitable for a mixed fleet with various makes and models. The ‘one-size-fits-all’ offering cannot match to operators’ individual requirements. Uncertainty exists in the domains of data ownership and privacy as this strategy evolves. An aftermarket telematics installation has terms and conditions clearly defined.

How the Fleet Management Solution is the better option

The telematics provided by the fleet management solution provider is a complete solution and not just value addition by an OEM. Apart from vehicle tracking and monitoring, the solution focuses on the ROI it can offer to the user or fleet operator. OEMs will focus only on the vehicle primarily and not offer extra options and high customisation. The FMS solution on the other hand provides 99% customisation, which will be supported too, depending on the needs. Unlike fleet management solution providers, OEMs cannot provide dedicated personnel available for 24×7 support, specifically for GPS vehicle tracking applications. The fleet management solution also provides good vehicle diagnosis and mobile app integration to customers.

Conclusion

Trinetra Wireless offers a customisable, reliable Fleet Management System software with  telematics technology and Data Analytics. Track each vehicle in a mixed fleet, identifying unnecessary stoppages, idling time easily and prevent diversions or non-compliance. Selecting the right fleet management software supported by dash-cams or video telematics and vehicle data diagnosis, the software ensures safety, security and reliability to effectively address inefficiencies and regulatory compliance.

We shall arrange a ‘Demo for  interested persons to evaluate our FMS software at their convenience. Just contact our BD team to kick-off a useful partnership.

How GPS vehicle tracking helps in the monitoring of your cold chain logistics

GPS Vehicle Tracking Solutions for the Cold Chain Industry

Over the past many years cold chain management has gained importance in logistics and transportation as our lifestyle has undergone a paradigm shift. The cold chain is a supply chain where temperature control is a critical factor for the shipments in roadways involved. This temperature controlled system involves refrigerated production, storage and distribution. It is supported by facilities, equipment and vehicles that can constantly maintain controlled temperature and conditions uninterrupted.

Why monitoring is critical

Usually suppliers of the cold chain may require to track certain specific types of information regarding temperature or humidity, depending on the type of products they manufacture. The info on temperature and other environmental parameters, like humidity level, can affect the quality and condition of the particular roadway shipment type. GPS technology has been used in monitoring, helping to transmit and receive critical data in real-time. Analysing this data, suppliers and transporters can audit their supply chain process to identify incidents and activities that result in inefficiencies. This is where data logging can be used to make the monitoring and management of the cold chain easier.

Using GPS tech

Transport companies rely on GPS tech to keep a track of shipments in roadways in real-time. This helps them to keep clients informed about the progress of their consignments in transit. In the case of refrigerated truck, temperature sensitive products actually don’t last forever. Therefore, delays in delivery have an impact on the business leading to losses as in the case of certain pharmaceutical and food products.

To ensure the safety and compliance needed in cold chain assets involved in transport and storage, a reliable cold chain temperature monitoring system is vital. Cold chain monitoring telematics devices, combine GPS tacking technology and sensors to ensure critical assets are always monitored and kept in safe condition during transport. Integration of devises with capabilities to monitor temperature humidity and moisture for both indoor and outdoor asset tracking, with detailed fleet management, driver behaviour monitoring and with theft and retrieval solutions is a boon for transport and logistics companies.

Last mile delivery

Many customers like to conveniently get their orders delivered at the doorstep instead of going to the local depot or store to get the products. Transporters are now responding to this need by offering an added service of last mile delivery, which can be tracked with GPS technology. This is the final step in the product’s journey that starts from the warehouse shelf to the consumer’s doorstep.

GPS supply chain management is a solution that is an effective supply chain tool to help better visibility, punctuality and certainty of delivery of supplies. In cold chain supply management, it’s important to know the role of human resources. Qualified staff must be employed for cold chain logistics to be successful, involving storage, packaging, handling, condition monitoring and transport.

Conclusion

For cold chain logistics we offer a customisable, reliable fleet management software with telematics technology and Data Analytics. The right fleet management software supported by dash-cams or video telematics and vehicle diagnosis data, ensures safety, security and reliability up to the last mile delivery.

We’ll arrange a ‘Demo’ for  interested persons to evaluate our GPS vehicle tracking software solutions at their convenience. Just contact our Business Development team to initiate a useful partnership.

What metrics can measure the success of your fleet ?

fleet management performance metrics

If you have a fleet management software supporting your fleet business, then you will be handling a horde of data and metrics that are generated every day. It could be overwhelming and may not even benefit you sometimes. That’s why you should choose the metrics that really can measure your fleets success. There are a few Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) you should watch out for.

Measure Your Maintenance

Tracking your fleet’s scheduled versus the unscheduled maintenance is critical. This is because it will show how proactive you have been instead of reactive, in maintenance, and which affects your costs over a period of time. The FMS software is a great support here.

If you can have 60 to 70 percent of your maintenance schedule gets done, it means that you are on track with your preventive maintenance plan. This benchmark shows that you are bringing in the vehicles for service in time, as per schedule, for trouble-free extension of life. This will save you money in operations, which you may incur in unexpected breakdowns.

Measure Maintenance Cost per Kilometre

Another way to measure the success of your fleet is by maintenance cost per kilometre. The lesser you spend per kilometre on maintenance, the better performing is your fleet. Your fleet may not hit the best mark, but the closer you come the better for you. So, the metrics here are critical.

By knowing this cost you will know how it will affect your profit & loss statement and help you determine what changes to make and when. As the maintenance cost increases you get to know that the asset is too costly to keep. Thus, it can help you to decide on when to replace fleet vehicles, cost effectively.

Measure you Fuel Costs

Fuel is what keeps your fleet literally running and one of the major ongoing costs incurred for your fleet operation. Monitoring fuel costs helps you to manage expenses with the help of the centralised software application. Fuel efficiency involves, both in monitoring fuel consumption, as well as improving driver performance and route mapping.

Measure Safety & Driver Behaviour

One of the top priorities for a fleet manager is safety, just as costs and maintenance are. Setting the KPIs surrounding safety and driver behaviour helps you ensure safety of vehicles, drivers and public on the road. The number of incidents should be closest to zero as possible, but sometimes accidents are inevitable. Telematics helps fleet managers to monitor driver behaviour and can set the parameters to measure. Retraining drivers on safe driving habits and setting safety procedures can ensure safety to a great extent, besides preventing violations and fines.

To Conclude

Trinetra Wireless offers such a customisable, reliable FMS software with  telematics technology and Data Analytics. The software enabled with GPS tech will help you to track each fleet vehicle, unnecessary stoppages and idling time.  Prevent diversions  and keep to the planed delivery route. Supported by dash-cams or video telematics and vehicle diagnosis data, the app ensures safety, security and reliability. Data generated here helps to review, track, innovate and improve operations. It helps those transporters taking up contracts to ship perishables, medical supplies and sensitive FMCG goods and in meeting given specifications on the controlled environment for shipping some products.

This software system has modules to monitor both a supply chain and a cold chain. It can be integrated with other systems used in your logistics or fleet business. The web-hosted system, accessible online, can analyse the data, to convert it into valuable and insightful information even for reefer truck operators. Choosing the right fleet management software will effectively address inefficiencies, regulatory compliance and insurance costs. Identify non-compliance and other discrepancies quickly, and enable strategic decision-making for corrective action, problem solving and improving your ROI.

We shall arrange a ‘Demo for  interested persons to evaluate our fleet management software at their convenience. Just contact our BD team to kick-off a useful partnership.

Improve Driver Performance & Productivity with Telematics

Improve Driver Performance & Productivity

The transport and logistics industry has been going through upheavals over the last few years and transporters or operators are seeking ways and means to economise and optimise operations to sustain growth and development. This industry has been an early adopter of new tech.

Advanced telematics and analytics adopted by fleet management software has the ability to transform the transportation and logistics industry. In fleet management, driver monitoring helps in controlling strategic risk based on critical parameters and indicators such as harsh braking, unauthorised vehicle usage, over-acceleration or speeding.

Fleet Management software enabled with advanced telematics gives you benefits

With the advent of GPS Technology fleet management has taken the next step into intelligent and remote fleet monitoring systems. Drivers too have been subject to monitoring and evaluation using this telematics technology. The evaluation is put on a driver score card. The performance of drivers is based on measurable driving metrics. Essential information here helps to understand how the driver is performing. Compare one to another to find compliance to safety protocols and schedules.

Helps to identify areas of improvement

Evaluating with the driver scorecard helps identify drivers with problem areas. Fleet operators can post monthly reports and help drivers self-assess to improve driving habits and set goals for progress. Driver training too can be provided based on this.

Generating Performance Reports

The success of analytics with telematics is seen in the generation of reports. They can be based on the KPIs for daily operations. Some of the common metrics on sudden braking, sudden acceleration, sharp turning, unnecessary idling and over speeding.

Monitoring Fuel Usage

Fuel stays a major cost to nearly all fleet businesses, regardless of the industry they serve or the fleet size they maintain. The metrics discussed earlier contribute to measuring fuel usage. Unwanted driving habits can lead to excessive fuel spend. Driver behaviour affects the fuel economy of vehicles and changing the driver habits with retraining can benefit the company with savings in fuel spend.

Monitor Vehicle Health & Maintenance

Bad driving habits and unsafe behaviour has a negative impact on your vehicle’s health besides the excessive fuel consumption. Harsh acceleration or braking, over-speeding and harsh cornering increases repair costs. safe driving helps minimise maintenance costs and benefits the fleet operator.

Better Cost Benefits & Safety

Data collected from the vehicle monitoring system, reflected on the driver’s score card, can be used to help drivers learn safe driving and behaviour which percolates into cost benefits and savings in terms of fuel, repairs and fines.

Safety comes first in transport and logistics and a productive team is important. Fleet managers and operators can proactively monitor and update the KPIs involved. here flexibility and agility is critical to help fleet owners modify their objectives and respond better to reports and metrics from monitoring. It can add to the competitive edge.

A software enabled with GPS tech, like the one Trinetra Wireless provides, will help track the fleet vehicle, unnecessary stoppages, reduce idling time and diversions as per the scheduled delivery route. Data generated by the system helps fleet managers to review, track, innovate and improve operations. Further supported by dash-cams or video telematics and vehicle diagnosis data it enables safety, security and reliability. It helps those transporters taking up contracts to ship perishables, medical supplies and sensitive FMCG goods, meeting given specifications on the controlled environment for shipping.

To Conclude

Trinetra Wireless offers a customisable, reliable fleet management software with  telematics technology and Data Analytics. This software system has modules to monitor a supply chain and also a cold chain. It can be integrated with other systems used in your logistics or fleet business. The web-hosted system can analyse the data, to convert it into valuable and insightful information for fleet managers or reefer truck operators. The right fleet management software will effectively address inefficiencies, regulatory compliance and insurance costs. Identify non-compliance and other discrepancies quickly, and enable strategic decision-making for corrective action, problem solving and improving your ROI.

We shall arrange a ‘Demo for  interested persons to evaluate our FMS software at their convenience. Just contact our BD team to kick-off a useful partnership

Easy Temperature Monitoring in Vehicle Transportation, Storage of Perishable & FMCG Products

Truck Temperature Monitoring System | Fleet Management Solution

Transport companies and fleet managers have a challenging task in transporting FMCG & perishable goods over various geographic areas. The transportation methodology is becoming important as the goods have to reach their destination in proper condition to be further consumed by the end user. It is important to have records of the parameters like temperature, or humidity to which the goods have been subjected to. Perishable pharmaceuticals & foods are transported through a climate controlled condition via a cold-chain that involves trucks, storage warehouses and others. If the product is spoiled on reaching the end-customer, it can lead to lawsuits, or in food poisoning and other results that could be damaging or negative. FMCG and perishable goods may be kept in temperatures varying from 5 to 50 degrees C, over maybe short or long distances. Measuring the freshness is a difficult task as there is lack of visibility across the supply chain.

This is where the role of an asset monitoring system comes handy. This system can be in the form of a Fleet Management System (FMS) enabled with a software that uses GPS tech. In this article we will look into the reasons for capturing and using data like temperature and humidity and to understand the challenges involved.

Why is it important to monitor temperature, humidity, pressure, etc.?

Many products if not stored in certain specified conditions may degenerate. Some food items like fish and meat cannot he shipped without refrigeration for long distances. Some products like eggs, medical supplies and pharmaceuticals need humidity & temperature control. Some chemicals may deteriorate in low temperatures.

Temperature sensors and humidity indicators are very useful devices in the transportation of perishable goods. With the help of fleet management software and IoT devices the parameters can be monitored, recorded and stored for verification later. Some devices work in real-time giving the managers up-to-date information which is used in data analytics and accessible by many users, from various devices. The monitoring system and other modules in the software increase the value of the supply chain and results in better ROI for the stakeholders.

Enhancing the value of the supply chain

Many perishable goods, medical and FMCG products when transported, need to be kept at controlled temperatures from point of origin to destination point. The logistics industry calls this the ‘cold chain’. Here there is a constant risk of failure and the possibility of the goods or products being damaged. This is where a real-time tracking and monitoring system is important to keep everything in control and to quickly react to emergencies. For instance, an asset monitoring system will add immense value to the cold chain as it can include refer trucks, containers and cold storage warehouses. At any point if there is a brief temperature breach it could result in damage to the product. The connected devices used in this monitoring system generates valuable data constantly to be processed eventually by the software application hosted on servers. Clients would prefer to choose this supported system or service provider, for their type of business which is critical to temperature, pressure and humidity parameters.

Optimizing Transport & Delivery Operations

For fleets of vehicles the fuel management helps to reduce costs of operations. The telematics tech used by the Trinetra software will help track the fleet vehicle to help reduce idling time, unnecessary stoppages and diversions on the scheduled delivery route. Data from the system helps fleet managers to review, track, innovate and improve operations. Communication between driver and other stakeholders improves efficiency. It is further supported by dash-cams or video telematics and vehicle diagnosis data for security and reliability. The intelligent fleet management software can be very useful in addressing cost and liability issues. It helps organisations taking up contracts to ship perishable, medical and sensitive FMCG goods with given specifications on the controlled environment for shipping. Here delivery up to the last mile is crucial for the success of the transport operator.

In Conclusion

Trinetra Wireless offers a customisable, reliable fleet management software that uses  telematics technology and Data Analytics. This software has modules useful to monitor the supply chain and also the cold chain. It can be integrated with other systems used in your logistics or fleet business. The web-hosted system can generate, process and analyse the data, to convert it into valuable and insightful information for fleet managers or truck operators. The right fleet management software will effectively address inefficiencies, regulatory compliance, insurance and identify non-compliance and other discrepancies quickly, which will enable strategic decision-making and corrective action for problem solving and improving the ROI.

We shall arrange a ‘Demo for  interested persons to evaluate our Fleet Management Software at their convenience. Just contact our BD team to kick-off a useful partnership.

Streamline FMCG transportation up to the last mile with fleet management software

Fleet Management Software Solutions for FMCG Industry

The Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry is the most widespread industry involved in the production, packaging and distribution of consumer goods. Generally, FMCG goods have a short shelf-life and may need refrigeration, but the transportation of these products on time is a critical factor that spells success in the industry. FMCG companies therefore need speed, safety and accuracy in delivering the product up to the last mile. Tight schedules are given for delivering perishable goods over long distances but within a short time. To alleviate the challenges faced in this transportation and delivery process, companies and distributors are resorting to technology like a GPS enable tracking software.

Implementing a GPS fleet tracking software for success of FMCG

By implementing a vehicle tracking software which is GPS enabled, fleet managers, distributors, delivery managers or whoever has the responsibility will get an advantage as they can monitor vehicle in their fleet in real-time basis using the fleet tracking software. the can detect wrong delivery assignment, delay in transit, fuel wastage, unnecessary idling or stoppages, choosing longer routes to destinations. All these factors affect the potential for loss besides the disruption of delivery schedules crucial to the business. The GPS tracker of the fleet management solution will keep updating on movement and other parameters constantly in real time and keep records for later analysis and insightful report generation.

The software is customisable to the transporter or fleet managers’ needs or requirements and integrates many aspects to streamline the workflow. Standardisation of process will result in no dependence on manual intervention. The live tracking data will help also customers be aware of ETA and other parameters. Route map optimisation, Geo-fencing and delivery route history can be integrated with the software to optimise operations, trigger notifications/alerts and cut costs. The software is scalable and can accommodate anything from delivery vans to heavy-duty trucks.

Advent of E-Commerce & On Time Door Delivery adds opportunity.

With the marketplace practices changing to consumer needs, the advent of digital shopping or e-commerce has also brought about a new surge, supporting the online business entity with door-step delivery services. The FMCG companies have also boarded this bandwagon. Even retailers now have an online presence and are conducting business successfully on a digital platform (eg. Amazon). FMCG products have adopted to this digital retailing methodology and the trend is growing worldwide. The last mile delivery of FMCG is critical in this type of business and this is where FMS tracking technology with GPS, greatly helps the stakeholders involved from end to end. This trend is generally being called the “Amazon Effect”, as the Amazon company has maintained its lead since debut in online selling globally, to foreshadow brick-and-mortar store sales. To support e-commerce portals, distribution and delivery services must be put into use. This is also where GPS fleet management software is playing a crucial role.

The economics of Last Mile Delivery

There has been a growing need for the on-demand delivery model and with the advent of online businesses, like Flipkart, Amazon, Swiggy and others. These modern online businesses require a reliable system to meet delivery requirements such as same-day shipping, on-demand delivery, next-day deliveries and digital payments.

A fleet management software like the Trinetra FMS, addresses the challenges of last-mile delivery by offering pick-up and delivery management, hassle-free GPS tracking of assets, besides easy assignment of tasks for complete management of the system. The software will help to deliver faster and cheaper.

A delivery management module makes the last mile delivery operations easy, smart and automated. It offers end-to-end visibility and real-time control that can include features like delivery order allocation & dispatch, tracking & route optimisation besides electronic POD and payment options. Supported by mobile app integration the delivery scheduling and tracking software puts the client/user in full control of delivery operations.

In Conclusion.

Trinetra offers a customisable, reliable fleet management solution that leverages  telematics technology and Data Analytics. It can be integrated with other systems present in the fleet operations or transport service. This software application is a web-hosted system that can generate, process and analyse data and convert it into valuable and insightful information for delivery service agents, fleet managers or truck operators. The right fleet management software will effectively address inefficiencies and identify any non-compliance or other discrepancies quickly. It’ll enable your management with strategic decision-making and support corrective action for problem solving and also improve your ROI.

We shall arrange a ‘Demo for  interested persons to evaluate our FMS software, at their convenience. Just contact our BD executive to kick-off a useful partnership.

How many businesses now benefit from GPS truck tracking software system

gps truck tracking software system

The world is changing fast and consumer expectations too are also changing, which has impacted operations of the supply chain. Businesses and organisations that use fleet operators and fleet vehicle services, from heavy-duty trucks to local delivery vans, are all increasingly accepting GPS enabled truck tracking software applications. This fleet management system uses a telematics device connected to and installed in the truck or vehicle, to gather necessary information or data. The fleet management software application unlocks benefits from the data streaming in real-time from the on-board devices and sensors. The data is processed to bring out insightful reports to better manage the business. Mobile app integration has helped users to use a dashboard that is connected via Bluetooth, USB or Cellular connectivity, offering a better User Experience (UX).

The Many Benefits from a Truck Tracking Application

A wide range of businesses use truck tracking software as a key part of their operations. The trucking industry has a very high adoption rate of fleet management software. This is because of the benefits and high customer expectation being seen. There’s a rise in demand by fast shipping and delivery expectation and also from companies following on-demand manufacturing model, making order tracking and ETA accuracy critical.

Local delivery companies are some of the earliest adopters of vehicle tracking software to use ETAs and plan more efficient delivery routes to cut costs. Construction companies have also adopted a version of the fleet management software to track their vehicles, equipment and assets. Truck tracking software are being used by a number of other industries. Fleet operators, trucking companies and local delivery companies are early adopters of vehicle tracking software system.

Better Customer Experience

For any business, retaining customers is possible only by giving a good customer experience. Using the fleet management software helps a 5% increase in customer retention, reflecting in more profits. Usually better reviews help in choosing a vendor. Customers are happy with realistic ETAs, faster response times and detailed reports offered by a Truck Fleet Management Software application.

Automates & Streamlines processes.

Truck tracking software can turn manual processes into automated tasks and processes, saving a lot of time and effort for the company and customers. Centralising paperwork such as fuel receipts, forms and proof of delivery are examples. Employee’s hours of service reports can be instantly recorded.

Controlling Operating Costs

Costs eat away profit margins and fleet truck tracking applications help to control and reduce operating costs. This is by reducing unproductive miles on road with route planning. It helps with proper driver assignment, reducing misuse of vehicles, locating trucks, proactive maintenance, maximising utilisation and right-sizing the fleet.

Better Compliance

With the help of the fleet management software, Vehicle Inspection Reports can be generated and stored. Driver monitoring and engagement also helps in compliance besides keeping documents up-to-date, it helps to identify and prevent dangerous driving behaviour.

Reduce Maintenance Costs

The GPS enable tracking software helps in reducing unnecessary miles by route map planning, supports preventive maintenance, enabling better uptime and resource utilisation. Addressing driver behaviour improves safety and longevity of vehicle. Scaling up the fleet is easier with fleet management software.

Optimising Operations

Fuel management help to reduce costs of operations. The telematics tech used will help track the fleet vehicle to help reduce idling time, unnecessary stoppages and detours on the scheduled delivery route. Data transmission and generation by the system helps fleet managers to review, track and improve operations. Communication between driver and all other stakeholders improves efficiency. It is further supported by dash-cams or video telematics and vehicle diagnosis data.

In Conclusion.

Trinetra Wireless offers a customisable, reliable FMS software that uses  telematics technology and Data Analytics and can be integrated with other systems used in your fleet business. The web-hosted system can generate, process and analyse the data, to convert it into valuable and insightful information for fleet managers or truck operators. The right fleet management software will effectively address inefficiencies and identify non-compliance and other discrepancies quickly, which will enable strategic decision-making and corrective action for problem solving and improving your ROI.

We shall arrange a ‘Demo for  interested persons to evaluate our fleet management software at their convenience. Just contact our BD team to kick-off a useful partnership.

Delivery Route Optimization tips to help your fleet business

Delivery Route Optimization Fleet Management Software

The problems that fleet managers face these days may sometimes seem overwhelming, but you can identify them to make it easier to resolve them better. Every part of the fleet management is important but delivery route optimization is critical to cut budgets and streamline operations. Adopting Route Optimization strategies can help across the board, with everything from cutting costs to improving operations, to driver safety. You may be surprised to know that route optimization can address the many issues that fleet operators face today.

Let us discuss what they are.

Rising price of fuel

Fuel usually make up nearly 60% of most fleet’s budgets, which is a substantial chunk compared to other fleet expenses. Route optimization can help to cut back fuel costs or spend by optimizing the time and distance taken.

Increasing Labor costs

Labor costs keep increasing, particularly of drivers. Since the job is tough and there is shortage of manpower in the industry, driver compensation is getting higher as drivers demand more wages and benefits. Because of the need to hire good drivers, their cost amounts to nearly a third of the carrier’s expenses. Driver shortage continues and the pandemic has made matters worse as more drivers reach retirement age and there are fewer young drivers to replace them. If the fleet business isn’t efficient and safe as the competitors, it will be hard to retain good drivers.

High Customer Expectation

Customers and large corporations have higher expectations towards timelines and communication, compelling fleet operators to be efficient, responsive and cost-effective.

How Use of Route Optimization will help fleet management

Route optimization can help address many pain points of the fleet manager in different ways as explained below.

Cutting down costs

In our challenging times and tough market scenario, cutting costs is top priority without sacrificing quality of labor and productivity. GPS enabled route optimization software can significantly help to reduce your fleet’s fuel usage and thus cut operating cost. Delivery route optimization uses the least amount of fuel possible to get to a destination, saving on fuel usage. The less distance travelled reduces the mileage of the vehicle which in turn reduces maintenance cost.

Help Streamline Operations for Efficiency

Route optimization strategy improves and streamlines your fleet operations by taking up all of the jobs of your fleet for the day to draw a route on the digital map to help get to the destinations on time in the most efficient way. With the fleet management software and the route optimization module, you can optimize your vehicle usage to ensure that your fleet has the right number of drivers to finish the jobs allocated. You can also use any extra vehicle to finish more jobs. All this helps your day-to-day operations and fleet business grow effectively while rightsizing your fleet.

Attract & Retain Your Drivers

Owing to the driver shortage, a fleet company needs to be as appealing to drivers as possible, as they aren’t going to stay if the fleet operator is disorganized or unsafe. Route optimization module helps to run operations smoothly, helping drivers to not worry, or be stressed or frustrated. They are most likely to stick to a company that offers competitive pay, is organized in operations and procedures.

Enhance Customer Service

Customers are focused on communication and timeliness and the FMS software can ensure you meet both these expectations. The software helps to draw ETAs and communicate with customers besides keeping to the optimum route to the destination. Customer service is key to customer satisfaction.

In Conclusion

Trinetra Wireless offers a most comprehensive fleet management solution with customizable modules, using telematics technology and Data Analytics. Integrate it with other systems used in your fleet business and generate, process and analyze the data, to convert it into valuable and insightful information to empower fleet managers. The right FMS software is one that effectively addresses inefficiencies and helps identify non-compliance or other discrepancies quickly. It enables strategic decision making and corrective action for problem solving and ultimately improves the ROI of your business.

We can arrange a ‘Demo for any interested persons at their convenience to help evaluate our FMS software. Just contact our Business Development team to kick-off a useful partnership.

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