{"id":6232,"date":"2022-05-24T15:57:11","date_gmt":"2022-05-24T15:57:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/?p=6232"},"modified":"2026-01-06T01:06:57","modified_gmt":"2026-01-06T01:06:57","slug":"do-i-need-fleet-tracking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/do-i-need-fleet-tracking\/","title":{"rendered":"Benefits of Fleet Tracking: Cut Costs &amp; Boost Safety"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><!-- Start Block: core\/image -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/01-Do-I-Need-Fleet-Tracking.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/01-Do-I-Need-Fleet-Tracking.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/01-Do-I-Need-Fleet-Tracking-600x238.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/01-Do-I-Need-Fleet-Tracking-300x119.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/01-Do-I-Need-Fleet-Tracking-768x304.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/image --><\/div>\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p><br>It can be difficult to keep track of your fleet while managing all other aspects of your business. If you\u2019re a small business just starting out, it\u2019s important to have certain resources dedicated to making life easier for you and your employees. Fleet management software offers endless benefits to help you optimize your existing procedures and save on operational costs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>With fleet tracking, you can simplify your manual processes and eliminate many time-consuming tasks that make it difficult for you to get ahead of the competition. GPS tracking enables you to improve safety, stay in communication with your drivers and provide excellent service to your loyal customers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/image -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/02-Why-Do-Companies-Track-Vehicles.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7009\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/02-Why-Do-Companies-Track-Vehicles.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/02-Why-Do-Companies-Track-Vehicles-600x238.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/02-Why-Do-Companies-Track-Vehicles-300x119.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/02-Why-Do-Companies-Track-Vehicles-768x304.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/image -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do Companies Track Vehicles?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>As your business grows, so does your fleet. The larger your fleet, the more challenges arise and the more equipment you are responsible for. While you trust your employees and drivers to work independently, tracking your fleet vehicles give you more visibility and verification on the status and location of your vehicles \u2014 letting you stay ahead of the competition.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Though using GPS tracking to monitor drivers can cause some employees to worry about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/how-to-avoid-driver-privacy-concerns\/\">privacy issues<\/a>, it\u2019s important to let your drivers know that using a vehicle tracking system benefits their safety. Using fleet management software allows you to be proactive and transparent with your employees to avoid compromising their trust while complying with the law, keeping your records accurate and monitoring overtime.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Tracking your business\u2019s vehicles also allows you to increase your operational efficiency and streamline your travel and delivery processes \u2014 all while making sure your employees are engaging in safe driving behaviors and complying with traffic laws. When tracking your fleet, you can find solutions to your questions, such as:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>My driver hasn\u2019t gotten back to me about a delivery \u2014 where are they located?<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Is my employee using my vehicle for purposes that aren\u2019t business-related?<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Which of my drivers is closest?<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>How long are my workers spending with our customers to get the job done?<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>I have a customer claiming my technician was a no-show \u2014 did they show up for their appointment on time?<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Why are my vehicles logging more miles than usual?<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Fleet Management Software?<\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Fleet management software allows managers and business owners to monitor their drivers, vehicles and equipment through a simple platform or application.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>This fleet tracking software provides valuable capabilities, such as:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Driver behavior<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Simplifying compliance<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Vehicle movement<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Performance measurements<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/fleet-management-software\/automate-maintenance-with-gps-tracking\/\">Scheduling maintenance<\/a><\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Operational activities<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Depending on the software you choose, your fleet management tools can also help you optimize your driver routes and create actionable insights to identify areas for improvement and better business opportunities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><!-- Start Block: core\/image -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"745\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/03-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-745x1024-1.webp\" alt=\"03-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-745x1024\" class=\"wp-image-7172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/03-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-745x1024-1.webp 745w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/03-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-745x1024-1-600x825.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/03-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-745x1024-1-218x300.webp 218w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/03-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-745x1024-1-437x600.webp 437w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 745px) 100vw, 745px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/image --><\/div>\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are the Benefits of GPS Tracking?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>While GPS and fleet tracking capabilities can benefit any trucking and transportation business, it can be particularly useful for small businesses trying to grow their customer base. With a system that can streamline your operations and increase your productivity, you\u2019ll have the power to satisfy your customers and gear your business in the right direction.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Here are the top six ways fleet tracking benefits small businesses.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Cutting Fuel and Operational Costs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Optimizing your resources, particularly fuel, can also help you reduce overall costs. Behind driver compensation, fuel costs are the second-highest line item in operational costs for trucking companies. Whether you\u2019re managing a few dozen vehicles or a thousand, fuel costs add up quickly. For example, unauthorized vehicle use also increases fuel costs, and a GPS tracking system allows management to see if drivers are using business vehicles for other purposes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>GPS tracking also allows fleet managers and owners to know when their vehicles are in operation or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/are-my-employees-speeding\/\">when drivers are speeding<\/a>, which decreases fuel efficiency. With dispatching and route planning tools, you can ensure your team uses the most direct, efficient routes to their appointments and job sites to limit fuel use, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/what-engine-idling-means-for-your-fuel-efficiency\/\">eliminate idle vehicle time<\/a> and make a positive impact on profitability.&nbsp;Many carriers report that using telematics solutions for their fleets reduced their overall fuel consumption by 10% to 15%.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Obtaining data from your fleet management system enables you to gain more visibility into your operations and route history, helping you identify other areas for saving money, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/lower-insurance-costs-with-gps-tracking\/\">reducing insurance costs<\/a>. Many insurance companies provide special discounts for vehicles with GPS tracking systems. These systems also allow you to monitor the status of your vehicle and track your engine oil and other indicators.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>With GPS tracking, you can also ensure your calculations for your workers\u2019 time on job sites is accurate for invoicing, billing and payroll by using your location-based data.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Enhancing Safety and Driver Behavior<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Having well-maintained and serviced vehicles is a key step in upholding driver safety, but GPS tracking also provides many safety measures for your fleet and operators. Drivers with patterns of poor driving \u2014 such as speeding, harsh accelerations, running red lights, getting into accidents or ignoring traffic laws \u2014 can put their own lives and the lives of others at risk. Not to mention, they can run up fuel costs and damage your vehicles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Being able to monitor their driving behaviors will make it easier to coach them on safe driving practices to reduce the likelihood of a collision or traffic violation. GPS tracking also allows you to schedule regular maintenance and enable drivers to report vehicle faults or issues that need to be inspected.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>In addition to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/ways-gps-tracking-benefits-employees\/\">monitoring your drivers for their safety<\/a>, GPS tracking can also help you prevent vehicle and cargo theft. When you have a real-time, consistent location of all your fleet vehicles, you can quickly take action if one has been stolen or deviates from its instructed path. As a manager or owner, you can also have control over customizable geofences \u2014 virtual borders set for a designated location or area \u2014 that notify you when your vehicles are not where they&#8217;re supposed to be. &nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Real-time location tracking is particularly beneficial for smaller businesses that may not have many backup or replacement vehicles available in their fleet. You will also be able to locate your business vehicles if your driver should get into an accident and stop responding to your attempts at contact.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Boosting Productivity&nbsp;and Reducing Administrative Burden<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>GPS tracking enables you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/tips-to-improve-fleet-productivity\/\">increase fleet productivity<\/a> by monitoring how long drivers and workers spend on each job site and checking that the nearest vehicle dispatches to a job for optimal workflow. Fleet management software like NetTrack lets you digitize your processes and tasks that help you become more competitive in your industry. You can stay on top of delivery times, assign tasks to idle vehicles and increase your number of trips per day to keep your business flowing. In addition to detailed tracking reports that provide valuable insights into operating hours, idle time, and miles traveled, NetTrack also offers productivity gains. By taking the burden of routine tracking off their shoulders, staff members are free to focus on higher-value operations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Reduce Administrative Labor&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Easily accessing important information through your GPS fleet management software makes it easier to keep track of critical details and eliminate billing discrepancies due to digital timekeeping. GPS tracking will also help you reduce manual paperwork and minimize calls to drivers \u2014 letting you rely on your real-time dashboard and spend more time <a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/optimizing-your-supply-chain-with-fleet-tracking\/\">optimizing your supply chain<\/a> and financial management processes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>When keeping track of your assets with physical paperwork, it\u2019s easy to make mistakes, misplace files or retrieve information when you need to double-check something. By handling your tasks in one central system, you can:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/importance-of-accountability-for-your-fleet-drivers\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Plan your operations more productively.<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Reduce administrative burden.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Speed up your processes. \u00a0<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Reduce human error.<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/list-item -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<li>Get notified every time your vehicles enter or exit scheduled destinations.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list-item --><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/list -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Enhancing Customer Service and Transparency<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>While keeping your business productive benefits you and your drivers, it also benefits your customers and lets you improve your customer service. With GPS tracking, you can inform customers of real-time vehicle location ahead of their appointment to provide them with accurate estimated arrival times.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>Keeping your customers happy will help you sustain a successful transportation business by responding to calls quickly, delivering items on time and remaining predictable and reliable for your loyal customers. Bringing your customers these enhanced processes will also help you stay competitive. This is especially true for smaller and mid-sized fleets, who have to contend with much-larger competitors. Offering transparent service and rapid response enabled by Track Your Truck\u2019s solutions can be a powerful differentiator for these companies. With free devices, a 30-day money-back guarantee, and two-year warranties, Track Your Truck makes it easy to gain the capabilities needed to boost customer satisfaction.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Ensuring Compliance and Managing Risk<\/strong><\/h3>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>GPS tracking helps ease some challenges of your day-to-day operations, regardless of the size of your fleet. One of the most important aspects of your business is maintaining safety and compliance across your entire organization. Tracking your driver\u2019s hours of service (HOS) \u2014 their time on duty and driving time \u2014 is required for many businesses under the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcsa.dot.gov\/regulations\/hours-of-service\">Department of Transportation\u2019s FMCSA<\/a>.&nbsp;In addition, many insurance providers will offer premium reductions when fleets install GPS tracking and dashcams because of the improved safety benefits they provide.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>No matter how big or small your business is, it\u2019s critical to accurately keep track and record information about your drivers, such as how long they\u2019ve been on the road, the length of their rest breaks and how many hours they have left to complete their driving period.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>With GPS tracking and other fleet management software tools, you can notify drivers in real-time when they need to pull into a rest stop to take breaks or when they\u2019re approaching the end of their shift. Making sure your driver\u2019s hours are correctly logged will help you avoid violations and ensure your drivers are well-rested and productive during their shifts. GPS technology helps fleets mitigate their risks and gain greater accountability from their drivers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><!-- Start Block: core\/image -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/04-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6890\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/04-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/04-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-600x238.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/04-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-300x119.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/04-What-Are-the-Benefits-of-GPS-Tracking-768x304.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/image --><\/div>\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><br><strong>Implementation Best Practices and Considerations<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>If you\u2019ve never used GPS tracking before, following some tips to maximize your efficiency and ensure compliance is important. Here are some best practices to keep in mind when using GPS tracking and fleet management software:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p><strong>1. Update Drivers on the Best Traffic Routes: <\/strong>GPS tracking allows you to find the fastest routes for your drivers, so staying in contact with them is key to helping them in the field with live traffic data. However, getting them to their destination quickly and making delivery and appointment times on schedule comes second to their safety on the road. While it\u2019s great to surpass customer expectations and delivery estimates, it\u2019s more important that your drivers practice safe driving and avoid speeding just to make it in record time.\u00a0With GPS tracking on hand, you can make your communication with drivers more efficient and guide them to the routes that will help them arrive quickly without compromising their safety and that of others on the road.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p><strong>2. Keep Your Tracking Transparent: <\/strong>If possible, try to let others on your team see your vehicle tracking map along with you. Depending on the number of business devices you have and how often your workers can check the dashboard, they can see a real-time view of where your fleet vehicles are and help your dispatchers and customer service representatives quickly locate your drivers.\u00a0Letting your team have access to the tracking capabilities will also help determine which drivers are free or in the middle of another job, which allows them to find the next available team member to quickly make the next appointment.\u00a0<br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/blog\/how-gps-fleet-tracking-improves-your-bottom-line\/\"><\/a><br><strong>3. Give Employees Your GPS Tracking Policy: <\/strong>To keep up with this organizational transparency, it\u2019s also a good idea to have a written policy regarding your GPS tracking and fleet management software so your employees know exactly what you\u2019re tracking and how it impacts their day-to-day tasks. Your policy should cover the reasons you use GPS tracking, how it improves driver safety and how you use the data you collect.\u00a0You can also outline the same topics for GPS tracking on any company devices such as cell phones or tablets. Communicating this policy to your employees will help them understand why they\u2019re driving and other tasks may be monitored and how it helps your business stay compliant and productive.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p><strong>4. Reward Your Responsible Drivers:\u00a0<\/strong>While your GPS tracking software can monitor your drivers\u2019 braking, acceleration and speed to ensure safety, you can also use this information to reward drivers who practice safe driving. Your drivers represent your business and its\u2019 reputation, so if they\u2019re regularly getting into accidents or pulled over for speeding, it can have detrimental consequences as potential customers pass them by with your name on the vehicle.\u00a0Using GPS tracking for your fleet allows you to offer incentives to your drivers who treat your company vehicles with respect. These rewards could include company recognition, bonuses, gift cards or other creative prizes to show your drivers you appreciate their safe practices.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p><strong>5. Be Responsible and Considerate: <\/strong>It\u2019s not always easy for employees to feel comfortable being monitored on the job, even if they know it\u2019s important for their safety. However, you can still monitor your employees on the road while being considerate of their privacy. For instance, you should only ever engage in monitoring when it\u2019s justified for a business need, such as during work hours. You should also let your employees know that you keep all GPS-related data secure for compliance and security reasons.\u00a0For example, if a customer calls and says your technician never showed up for their appointment, you can pull up your tracking information and show what time your driver arrived at the destination and how long they were with the customer. This type of information can help you avoid such issues by allowing you to quickly retrieve exactly where your drivers are at all times.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p><strong>6. Only Track Business-Owned Vehicles and Devices: <\/strong>One of the most important practices to implement when using GPS and fleet tracking services is to ensure you\u2019re only using it on employer-owned vehicles and devices. While you should include this in your GPS tracking policy, it\u2019s a good idea to remind your employees that their personal vehicles and devices, such as phones, tablets and laptops, will never be tracked.<br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/paragraph -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/image -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"380\" src=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/05-See-How-Track-Your-Truck-Can-Help-Your-Business.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/05-See-How-Track-Your-Truck-Can-Help-Your-Business.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/05-See-How-Track-Your-Truck-Can-Help-Your-Business-600x238.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/05-See-How-Track-Your-Truck-Can-Help-Your-Business-300x119.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.trackyourtruck.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/05-See-How-Track-Your-Truck-Can-Help-Your-Business-768x304.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 960px) 100vw, 960px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/image -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/heading -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>See How Track Your Truck Can Help Your Business<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<!-- End Block: core\/heading -->\n\n<!-- Start Block: core\/paragraph -->\n<div class=\"container\"><div class=\"row\"><div class=\"col-xxs-12\">\n<p>With Track Your Truck, we value exceptional reliability and service. Our software and devices allow you to customize and configure solutions to meet your specific business needs. Whether you want to improve your distribution of company resources, gauge employee efficiency, refine your fleet operations procedures or enhance driver safety, we have the technology to help get you started. 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