Zonar announces driver-to-dispatch, forms-based messaging app
Zonar Systems has announced ZForms, a forms-based messaging application that enables fleets to replace paper forms, share route dispatch assignments, gain efficiency and improve communication between dispatchers and drivers. ZForms is available for Zonar Ground Traffic Control and 2020 mobile communications tablet users. ZForms comes equipped with access to a library of commonly used message templates and
Zonar launches ZFuel, Ground Traffic Control performance package
Zonar Systems has announced the general availability of the Ground Traffic Control (GTC) Performance package, including its ZFuel application. GTC Performance is Zonar’s cloud-based fleet management web-application, a driver and truck analysis tool for uncovering areas for improved truck operation and performance. Fleet managers can use ZFuel to identify non-diagnostic issues with trucks as well as areas to coach, motivate
Dossier Systems integrates with GPS Insight
Dossier Systems has announced the availability of GPS Insight as a new data provider for Dossier On-Board. GPS Insight is a fleet tracking provider, and the integration will provide meter and diagnostic information transfer from GPS Insight to Dossier, a provider of fleet maintenance management software and solutions. According to Bob Hausler, Dossier Systems’ vice
Zonar recommends three steps to ELD mandate compliance
Zonar Systems has announced a roadway to compliance with the final rules of Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This new mandate, drafted with the help of Zonar executives and requires the adoption and use of ELDs by all drivers to complete paper records of duty status within
Detroit Connect realigns product offerings, integrates with Zonar
Detroit Connect has announced that it is realigning its product offerings to reflect its integration with Zonar Systems Inc. Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), owners of Detroit Connect, recently invested in Zonar, and now that investment is manifesting itself in the company’s product line. Detroit Connect will transition the branding of its Visibility Fleet Software and On-Board Tablet
Dossier, Zonar announce integration partnership
Dossier Systems and Zonar Systems announced the integration of Dossier maintenance management software with Zonar’s Electronic Vehicle Inspection Report (EVIR) system and telematics data. The integration will provide bi-directional information transfer and seamless workflows, eliminating paper forms and associated errors and delays, the companies said. The EVIR integration truly leverages the strengths of both products,
Zonar to support the reversion of 34-hour Restart
In response to a Congressional suspension of a rule added to HOS regulations and in place since July 1, 2013, Zonar, provider of electronic fleet inspection, tracking and operations solutions for public and private fleets, will begin updating ZLogs, its hours-of-service application on the Zonar 2020 Mobile Communications Tablet. The rule required a qualifying restart
ATA unveils 2023 Law Enforcement Advisory Board
The ATA 2023 Law Enforcement Advisory Board has 38 members whose collective law enforcement experience totals over 900 years.
Navistar adds new partnerships with telematics, fleet management providers
Navistar International Corp. has announced Gateway Integrations, a collection of software integrations with telematics and fleet management providers. Navistar says Gateway Integrations are designed to reduce fleet costs, simplify data transmission and streamline access to fleet management and compliance solutions by using Navistar’s factory-installed telematics device as a gateway to streamline software solutions without the
Easing ELD concerns
While the implementation of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s electronic logging device (ELD) rules will usher in significant changes for our industry, there are many potential benefits. Despite the startup costs and learning curves, fleets may be poised to see significant improvements. “As fleets adopt various solutions, one of the biggest areas of concern
