Dossier Systems announces new software version
Dossier Systems announced the release of Dossier 6.5, the latest version of its flagship software. New features include active alerts, a feature that alerts personnel such as drivers, operators, fleet managers, and dispatchers about events and/or status changes; expanded standard repair time (SRT) tools and reporting; extensions of the External Work Management workflow and new AP tools; and additional and
The Internet of Things, explained
The “Internet of Things” (IoT), simply explained, is a comprehensive way to manage data for greater productivity. It’s has been called the next mega-trend, and at its core are embedded software sensors placed in vehicles, machine tools, streetlights, and wind turbines—to name just a few devices in an ever-increasing list. The value of IoT is the
Cummins Connected Diagnostics app now available on Geotab devices
Cummins Connected Diagnostics application is now available to customers using Geotab’s fleet management solution, the two companies announced. Connected Diagnostics leverages data from Geotab’s latest GO devices to provide immediate notification of urgent engine system faults, and provides actionable information and Cummins recommendations in a notification report. The GPS-enabled GO7 is a plug-and-play device with internal
Gaining visibility with accurate load status information
“Capacity is not the constraining force for carriers, brokers and shippers,” says Glynn Spangenberg, general manager and executive vice president of MacroPoint, creators of freight tracking software designed to give third party visibility into load status. “The real governor on asset utilization, today, is driver availability, driven by a shortage of accessible drivers and new
Roadnet Technologies debuts Roadnet Anywhere Tracking application
In conjunction with Omnitracs Outlook 2015, Roadnet Technologies launched its Roadnet Anywhere Tracking application. The complimentary web-based workforce tracking application, Roadnet Anywhere Tracking, offers fleet managers an ‘always-on’ level of visibility into their drivers’ work day and real-time location through GPS positioning. Roadnet Anywhere Tracking does not require additional hardware, stated Omnitracs, and can be
Route planning for fuel efficiency
“Behind every brown package delivery vehicle is a strategy to economize fuel use,” reports UPS on its corporate website. “Our fleet strategy is making the best of today’s transportation technology through careful route planning that avoids unnecessary driving and saves fuel.” Careful route planning is fundamental to the way UPS does business, an essential element
VUSION launches MPG analytics dashboard
VUSION, a division of PeopleNet and a Trimble company that optimizes performance and decision-making through data integration and analytics, announced the launch of its MPG Analytics Dashboard. Making the announcement at the Truckload Carriers Association annual convention, VUSION President Tom Fansler said, “Collecting and analyzing data that impacts fuel use is critical for identifying areas
Low-cost proof-of-delivery technology improves efficiency
Cloud-based proof-of-delivery (POD) applications can save as much as $500 each month for each vehicle in your fleet. What’s more, they can actually improve customer service, increase driver efficiency and retention while reducing driver stress and cut administrative costs. According to John Freund, president and chief executive officer of Jump Technologies, “There isn’t a manual
MATS roundup
Missed this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with major announcements from the show floor.
GHG, EPA and U
At the Technology & Maintenance Council annual meeting, a group of industry OEMs and an EPA spokesperson provided insights on how the greenhouse gas initiative would affect trucking fleets.