How accurate is GPS vehicle tracking?

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GPS vehicle tracking is very precise and accurate. Generally GPS trackers are typically within 10 feet of the shown location.

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Depending on the brand of GPS tracking you choose to have installed on your vehicle or asset will determine how accurate the product is.

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Before choosing which GPS tracking system you would like installed in your vehicle or asset you should discuss this with them to ensure you are buying the right product for what you need.

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How are GPS tracking devices powered up?

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GPS tracking devices are powered up typically in two different ways

 

1. Hardwired to the vehicle or asset

2. Battery powered with a long life battery

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There are positives and negatives for both systems. If you are putting the tracking device in your vehicle the best option is a hardwired option as if you forget to recharge the battery you will loose tracking until you have the unit recharged.

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What vehicle can I have a GPS tracking system fitted to?

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A GPS tracking system can be fitted to any vehicle or asset. There are no limitations as to what can be tracked. As you have the option of a hardwire or simply installing a stand alone unit there are no limitations as to what you wish to use the tracking devices for.

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Is fleet management smarter with GPS tracking?

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Commercial fleets often use GPS tracking to monitor their fleet vehicles. By installing GPS devices on fleet vehicles, fleet managers can track their asset locations and status as well as important information regarding their vehicles or assets. The level of information depends on the type of tracking system you choose to have installed.

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GPS tracking systems can be a crucial part of fleet tracking to monitor their fleet vehicles location and activity to improve efficiency and safety. It can assist organisations when organising dispatch and other organisational requirements more accurately.

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Telematics and GPS tracking work together to provide insights into fleet operations. A telematic system is a tracking system that collects live data about location and status. The data is then processed and turned into information that is accessed through fleet management software.

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What is GPS vehicle fleet tracking?

 

GPS technology, or Global Positioning System, is around us everywhere with modern technology, we use it everyday without thinking in our lives.

 

GPS systems involve a network of satellites orbiting around the Earth and devices that can help determine an object or person’s location.

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Using GPS tracking for vehicle fleets can assist fleet management to keep track of their fleets and assets. The information they can receive from a GPS tracking system can assist in solving day to day issues such as efficiency, safety, compliance and location.

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What does a GPS tracker do?

 

GPS tracking requires a tracking device installed in a vehicle on a piece of equipment or worn in a person. Tracking devices for vehicles provide information about its exact location so that it can report details on where a vehicle or asset is. It also can track movement and when the ignition signal is turned on and off. This can give you great information if you wish to track data for machinery engine hours and service intervals without having to physically be at the asset.

 

What GPS tracking system is right for me?

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When picking a GPS tracking system you need to consider the following questions

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1. Do I need a rechargeable stand alone system or integrated and hardwired into my vehicle?

2. Do I need a telematics’ system or just GPS tracking?

3. What information or data do I want to receive from my GPS tracking system?

4. How much are the monthly or yearly subscriptions?

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If you need assistance in choosing what GPS tracking system you require Sydney Auto Installs can assist and complete the installation for you. Feel free to contact us anytime.

 

What are the advantages of using a GPS tracking system for my fleet?

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The advantages of using GPS tracking systems for your fleet could be

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1. Reporting and insights with logistics and performance

2. Fleet tracking

3. Route planning

4. Route optimisation

5. Delivery notifications

6. Electronic proof of delivery

7. Managing orders

8. Cost calculation’s

9. Fuel optimisation

10. Incident reporting

11. Live data

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What is fleet management?

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Any organisation that requires commercial vehicles to function requires some level of fleet management. The primary purpose is to oversee all fleet performance and fleet maintenance in order to increase productivity and to help a business run as smoothly as possible.

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Fleet managers could be in charge of

 

1. Fleet operations

2. Vehicle maintenance

3. Overseeing fuel consumption and fuel costs

4. Driver fatigue

5. Driver management

6. Asset utilisation

7. Route planning

8. Implementation of any programs to increase productivity and reduce waste

 

Effective fleet management software can assist in giving fleet managers live data to be able to assist them in completing these tasks.